Status and future of the 3D MAFIA group of codes

Author

Dehler, M. ; Dohlus, M. ; Fischerauer, A. ; Fischerauer, G. ; Hahne, P. ; Klatt, R. ; Krawczyk, F. ; PrÖpper, T. ; SchÜtt, P. ; Weiland, T. ; Ebeling, F. ; Marx, M. ; Wipf, S.G. ; Steffen, B. ; Barts, T. ; Browman, J. ; Cooper, R.K. ; Rodenz, G. ; Rusthoi

Author_Institution

Tech. Hochschule Darmastadt, West Germany

Volume

26

Issue

2

fYear

1990

fDate

3/1/1990 12:00:00 AM

Firstpage

751

Lastpage

754

Abstract

An overview is presented of the MAFIA group of fully three-dimensional computer codes for solving Maxwell´s equations by the finite integration algorithm. The codes are well established. Extensive comparisons with measurements have demonstrated the accuracy of the computations. The latest additions include a static solver that calculates 3-D magnetostatic and electrostatic field and a self-consistent version of TBCI that solves the field equations and the equations of motion in parallel. Work on new eddy-current modules has started, which will allow treatment of laminated and/or solid iron cores by low-frequency current. Based on experience with the present releases 1 and 2, a complete revision of the whole user interface and data structure has begun that will be included in release 3

Keywords

electrical engineering computing; electromagnetic field theory; electrostatics; integration; magnetostatics; 3D MAFIA codes; 3D magnetostatic field; Maxwell´s equations; TBCI; data structure; eddy-current modules; electrostatic field; equations of motion; field equations; finite integration algorithm; laminated Fe core; low-frequency current; static solver; three-dimensional computer codes; Current density; Integral equations; Laboratories; Magnetic flux; Magnetic materials; Magnetic separation; Magnetostatic waves; Maxwell equations; Solids; Surface fitting;

fLanguage

English

Journal_Title

Magnetics, IEEE Transactions on

Publisher

ieee

ISSN

0018-9464

Type

jour

DOI

10.1109/20.106427

Filename

106427