Course Contents
Introduction to Finite Element Method (FEM), Basic examples of electromagnetic devices designed in 2D with FEM, 2D electromagnetic Design of transformers, AC machines, permanent magnet devices; eddy current applications such as squirrel-cage machines (Example: Wind generator); Cooling systems and thermal design: Calculation of temperature distribution within power devices

Literature
Detailed textbook; User manual FEMAG and ANSYS. Müller, C. Groth: FEM für Praktiker – Band 1: Grundlagen, expert-Verlag, 5. Aufl., 2000

Preconditions
Strongly recommended is the attendance of lecture and active co-operation in the tutorial "Energy Converters - CAD and System Dynamics"

Further Grading Information
[url]http://www.ew.tu-darmstadt.de/seminare[/url]

Semester: ST 2023