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

A three-phase inverter for automotive drivetrains designed by Bosch.

Bosch boosted inverter power density by 200% using a simulation-driven design process.

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Instrument Transformers

A 3D model of an instrument transformer design showing the electric fields with arrows and lines.

Engineers at ABB increase power grid accessibility by optimizing instrument transformers.

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High-Voltage Cables

Two side-by-side plots from an armored cable model showing the geometry of the 3D magnetic flux in the air gap between the conductors.

NKT reduces high-voltage cable costs by accurately predicting armor losses with EM modeling.

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Electric Motors

A section of a 2D model of a multimaterial topology optimization of an electric drive prototype with the elongated shape of the magnets highlighted in red.

The Volkswagen R&D team uses multiphysics simulation to optimize their electric motor designs.

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Inductor Design

A red double-decker coach train driving through the verdant German countryside, passing a church and other rustic buildings.

A magnetic component engineer at Bombardier Transportation streamlined the inductor component development process by building a simulation app.

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Neuromodulation

EM model of a spinal cord section.

Abbott models electrical and magnetic stimulation of neural tissue when developing a method for treating neurological disorders.

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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

A computer running the COMSOL Multiphysics software with a low-frequency electromagnetics model in the Graphics window.

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:

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Flexible License Options

COMSOL offers a variety of license types to meet the needs of different types of organizations and teams.

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