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9xx - Magnetics & Mechanical

Magnetic component modeling and mechanical system simulation.

Tutorial Title Difficulty Status
901 Magnetic Domain Introduction 3/3 Placeholder
902 Transformer Design 3/3 Placeholder
903 Inductor Saturation 3/3 Placeholder
904 Mechanical Systems 3/3 Placeholder

Learning Objectives

  • Model magnetic circuits using permeance-capacitance analogy
  • Simulate transformer saturation and core losses
  • Design inductors with air gaps and saturation effects
  • Couple electrical and mechanical domains

Overview

Magnetic Domain

The magnetic domain in circuit simulators allows modeling of: - Transformer saturation effects - Core losses (hysteresis, eddy current) - Coupled inductors with leakage - Non-linear B-H characteristics

Mechanical Domain

Mechanical modeling enables: - Motor load dynamics - Gearbox and friction modeling - Vibration analysis - Electromechanical coupling

Prerequisites

  • Complete 2xx DC-DC Converters
  • Understanding of magnetic circuit fundamentals
  • Basic mechanics (for mechanical tutorials)