An automated finite element method for the simulation-based evaluation of the performance of magnetic components

General information about the project

Project title: Automated finite element method for the simulation-based evaluation of the performance of magnetic components

Supervisors: Prof. Dr Marco Jung, Luis Sievers               

Email: marco.jung@h-brs.de, luis.sievers@h-brs.de    

Number of places:   1

Start: Summer semester 2024

Degree programmes:

• Electrical Engineering  Specialisation in Electrical Systems Development
• Sustainability in Engineering

Brief description

The LEITNING project is developing a novel battery inverter with high power densitypower density, which enables the provision of a highly available and modular AC grid as well as grid-supporting functions using advanced circuit topologies based on innovative SiC MOSFET power modules, magnetic components and control strategies. As part of this Master’s project, the electrical and thermal simulations of the magnetic components are to be further developed. To this end, automated methods for coupling control and FEM simulations are to be expanded and validated.

Link for further information:

https://www.h-brs.de/de/letning-leistungswandler-fuer-die-robuste-und-zuverlaessige">energy-supply-through-integration

Project phases

Master’s project 1: Familiarisation with the finite element method and evaluation of the performance of a power inductor across the entire operating range.    

Master’s project 2: Extension of the approach for universal application in the development process and verification of the method using comparative measurements.

Master’s thesis: Devolution and verification of an automated finite element method procedure for the simulation-based evaluation of the performance of magnetic components.