Modeling Busbars and Cables in COMSOL Multiphysics^®

Name: Modeling Busbars and Cables in COMSOL Multiphysics®
Uploaded: 2020-10-27 18:59:02
Duration: 41 min 51 s
Description: Get started modeling cables with COMSOL Multiphysics®. Watch this video to learn step by step how to model a busbar, 2D cable, and 3D twisted cable.

Duration: 41:51

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Cable modeling is important for a wide range of applications in the power & energy industry, but it can also be a challenging and computationally demanding area of study. In this video, you will learn how to perform cable analyses using the intuitive features in COMSOL Multiphysics^® and the AC/DC Module.

We begin with a simplified model of a busbar for any new users of COMSOL Multiphysics^® who may be watching, as it is a good example for getting acquainted with the software. Then, we demonstrate how to include capacitive, inductive, and thermal effects in a 2D cable model. Lastly, we go over how to model cables with twisted periodicity in 3D.

Next step: Check out the 8-part cable tutorial series.

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Introduction (0:00) Agenda (1:47) Busbars (2:56) Joule Heating (3:59) Modeling Workflow (5:41) Magnetic Fields and Forces (14:52) Parameter Optimization (15:33) Cable Design (17:17) 2D Cable Tutorial Series (19:55) Specific Challenges (20:48) Bonding Types (28:49) The Coil Feature (31:05) The Cable Tutorial Series (35:52) Cables in 3D (36:29) Geometry and Meshing in 3D (37:37) Twisted Periodicity Coming to the Rescue (38:47) Conclusion (41:34)