Low-Frequency Electromagnetics Simulation with COMSOL Multiphysics®
Organizations around the world are using the COMSOL Multiphysics® simulation software to drive the transition to electric vehicles, renewable energy systems, and mass electrification. Learn why these organizations choose to incorporate COMSOL Multiphysics® into their R&D workflow, browse example models and guides, and see suggested add-on modules for modeling low-frequency EM in this resource collection.
COMSOL Multiphysics® Modeling Examples from Industry
The COMSOL Multiphysics® software features a consistent user experience, regardless of engineering application and physics phenomena. By adding the AC/DC Module, engineers can predict, test, and optimize motors, drives, cables, transformers, power electronics, and more.
Electric Drivetrains
Bosch boosted inverter power density by 200% using a simulation-driven design process.
Instrument Transformers
Engineers at ABB increase power grid accessibility by optimizing instrument transformers.
High-Voltage Cables
NKT reduces high-voltage cable costs by accurately predicting armor losses with EM modeling.
Electric Motors
The Volkswagen R&D team uses multiphysics simulation to optimize their electric motor designs.
Inductor Design
A magnetic component engineer at Bombardier Transportation streamlined the inductor component development process by building a simulation app.
Neuromodulation
Abbott models electrical and magnetic stimulation of neural tissue when developing a method for treating neurological disorders.
COMSOL Examples and Guides
To demonstrate how the COMSOL Multiphysics® software can be used for modeling low-frequency electromagnetics, we create example models and other guides on a regular basis. Here are just a few.
Electric Currents Example
Electrostatics Example
Magnetostatics Example
Electromagnetic Fields Example
Rotating Machinery Example
Electric Motor Modeling Guide
Cable Modeling Guide
Electro-Thermal-Mechanical Modeling Course
Product Spotlight
It all starts with COMSOL Multiphysics®, the platform product for creating physics-based models and simulation applications. From there, you can add as many specialized modules and interfacing products as needed — they all connect seamlessly via the platform for a consistent modeling workflow regardless of what you are modeling.
Electromagnetic components generally affect and are affected by multiple physics phenomena. Here are some suggested products to add to COMSOL Multiphysics® for modeling low-frequency electromagnetics and multiphysics:
Flexible License Options
COMSOL offers a variety of license types to meet the needs of different types of organizations and teams.