Boundary integral equation solution of the single sided linear induction pump problem

This paper utilizes the Boundary Integral Equation Method to analyse the single sided linear induction pump. The advantage offered by the method is that transverse edge effects are not neglected. The equations necessary for the electromagnetic field and force analysis of the pump are developed and the numerical solution of the equations is described. Particular attention is given to means of calculating the electromagnetic fields within the molten metal secondary. Typical field and force distributions are presented.