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This is a software for coupled analysis of magnetic fields/magnetic fields and heat conduction using the finite element method, capable of performing static analysis and transient response analysis. It can handle three-dimensional, two-dimensional, and axisymmetric problems. ■□■Features■□■ ■Since it is an integrated pre- and post-processor dedicated to the PHOTO series, data creation, analysis, and result processing can be performed as a series of operations. ■A revolutionary speedup has been achieved by combining edge element methods and ICCG methods (dozens of times faster than conventional finite element methods). ■The use of the finite element method ensures stable solutions, making it safe for beginners to use. ■Since EDDY (magnetic field analysis module) and THERMO (heat conduction module) are integrated, the transfer of heat generation density is automatically executed without the need for files. ■It is also possible to use EDDY and THERMO separately.

This is a software for coupled analysis of magnetic fields/magnetic fields and heat conduction using the finite element method, capable of performing static analysis and frequency response analysis. It can handle three-dimensional, two-dimensional, and axisymmetric problems. ■□■Features■□■ ■Since it is integrated with the PHOTO series dedicated pre- and post-processing, data creation, analysis, and result processing can be performed as a series of operations. ■A revolutionary acceleration has been achieved through the combined use of edge element method and ICCG method (dozens of times faster than conventional finite element methods). ■Since it uses the finite element method, the solutions are stable, making it user-friendly even for beginners. ■The EDDYjω (magnetic field/magnetic field analysis module) and THERMO (heat conduction analysis module) are integrated, allowing for automatic transfer of heat generation density without the need for files. ■It is also possible to use EDDYjω and THERMO independently.

The software for electric field analysis using the finite element method (electric field simulator) performs static analysis and transient response analysis. It can handle 3D, 2D, and axisymmetric problems. - Since it is integrated with the PHOTO series dedicated pre- and post-processing tools, data creation, analysis, and result processing can be performed as a series of operations. - Because it is integrated with other PHOTO series modules, coupled analysis, such as calculating temperature distribution from heat generation obtained through electric field analysis, can be easily performed. - A revolutionary speedup has been achieved through the combined use of edge element method and ICCG method (tens of times faster than conventional finite element methods). - The use of the finite element method ensures stable solutions, making it safe for beginners to use. - It can be coupled with the thermal conduction analysis module PHOTO-THERMO to calculate temperature distribution from Joule heating within conductors. - Since VOLT and THERMO are integrated, the transfer of heat generation density is automatically executed without the need for files. - It is also possible to use VOLT and THERMO independently.

The software for electric field analysis using the finite element method (electric field simulator) performs frequency response analysis. It can handle 3D, 2D, and axisymmetric problems. 【Features】 - It is integrated with the PHOTO series dedicated pre- and post-processing tools, allowing for a seamless operation from data creation to analysis and result processing. - Since it is integrated with other PHOTO series modules, coupled analyses, such as deriving temperature distribution from heat generation obtained through electric field analysis, can be easily performed. - A revolutionary speedup has been achieved through the combined use of edge element method and ICCG method (tens of times faster than conventional finite element methods). - The use of finite element method ensures stable solutions, making it user-friendly even for beginners. - It can be coupled with the thermal conduction analysis module PHOTO-THERMO to calculate temperature distribution from Joule heating within conductors. - Since VOLTjω and THERMO are integrated, the transfer of heat generation density is automatically conducted without the need for files. - It is also possible to use VOLTjω and THERMO independently.

The software for 3D high-frequency electromagnetic field analysis using the finite element method (high-frequency electromagnetic field simulator) performs frequency response analysis. It can handle three-dimensional problems. 【Features】 - Since it is an integrated pre- and post-processor dedicated to the PHOTO series, data creation, analysis, and result processing can be performed as a continuous operation. - A revolutionary speedup has been achieved through the combined use of edge element method and ICCG method (dozens of times faster than conventional finite element methods). - The use of the finite element method ensures stable solutions, making it safe for beginners to use. - It can be coupled with the thermal conduction analysis module PHOTO-THERMO to calculate the temperature distribution of heat generation due to dielectric loss. - Since WAVEjω and THERMO are integrated, the transfer of heat generation density is automatically conducted without the need for files. - It is also possible to use WAVEjω and THERMO separately.

The software for magnetic field analysis using the finite element method (magnetic field simulator) performs static analysis and transient response analysis. It can handle three-dimensional problems. 【Features】 - Since it is integrated with the PHOTO series dedicated pre- and post-processing tools, data creation, analysis, and result processing can be performed as a single operation. - Because it is integrated with other PHOTO series modules, coupled analysis, such as calculating displacements from nodal forces obtained through electromagnetic field analysis, can be easily performed. - A revolutionary speedup has been achieved through the combined use of edge element method and ICCG method (tens of times faster than conventional finite element methods). - The use of the finite element method ensures stable solutions, making it safe for beginners to use. - Since EDDY and ELAS are integrated, the transfer of nodal forces is automatically conducted without the need for files. - It is also possible to use EDDY and ELAS separately.

The software for electric field analysis using the finite element method (electric field simulator) performs static analysis and transient response analysis. It can handle three-dimensional problems. 【Features】 - Since it is integrated with the PHOTO series dedicated pre- and post-processing tools, data creation, analysis, and result processing can be performed as a continuous operation. - It is integrated with other PHOTO series modules, allowing for easy coupled analysis, such as calculating displacements from the electric field strength obtained through electric field analysis using the piezoelectric strain tensor. - A revolutionary speedup has been achieved through the combined use of edge element method and ICCG method (tens of times faster than conventional finite element methods). - The use of finite element method ensures stable solutions, making it user-friendly even for beginners. - Since VOLT and ELAS are integrated, the transfer of electric field strength is automatically executed without the need for file transfers. - It is also possible to use VOLT and ELAS separately.

The magnetic field and thermal coupled analysis system "PHOTO-Series" is a dedicated module for magnetic field-thermal coupled analysis that combines dynamic magnetic field analysis and thermal conduction analysis. Since the transfer of heat generation density is automatically performed without the need for files, even beginners can confidently conduct strong coupled analysis (bidirectional). 【Examples of Applications】 ◆ Quenching of gears by induction heating ◆ Induction heating analysis of steel plates (coupled analysis of magnetic field and heat) ◆ Analysis of induction heating, etc. 【For more details, please download the catalog or feel free to contact us】 　　　　　↓　↓　↓　　　　　　　　　　　　↓　↓　↓

A piezoelectric material is a dielectric that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy, or vice versa. In this case, force is applied to the upper surface of a cylindrical piezoelectric material, and the resulting voltage is analyzed. Since the equations related to "force" and "electricity" are different, these equations are coupled to analyze the piezoelectric element. Therefore, a coupled analysis of stress and electric field was conducted. The software used for stress analysis and electric field analysis is PHOTO-ELAS and PHOTO-VOLT, respectively. 【Case Overview】 ■ Software Used: PHOTO-ELAS and PHOTO-VOLT ■ Analysis Conditions - Relative Permittivity: 2000 - Young's Modulus: 5×10^10 - Poisson's Ratio: 0.35 - Analysis Modules: VOLT & ELAS *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

Copiers and printers utilize electrophotographic technology. In the electrophotographic process, the steps of "charging," "exposure," "development," "transfer," and "fixing" are followed, leading to paper output. Fixing is the process of solidifying the toner on the paper using heat and pressure. In fixing, energy efficiency and reduced warm-up time are required, and IH technology is used as a heating method. In this case, the heat generation density distribution obtained through magnetic field analysis is used in thermal conduction analysis to analyze the temperature distribution of the roller. The positions of the magnetic core and coil are fixed, and the analysis takes into account the rotation of the roller. For more details, please refer to the related links below. 【Case Overview】 ■ Analysis Type: 3D Analysis ■ Analysis Module: PHOTO - EDDYjω & THERMO *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

Using the heat generation density obtained from magnetic field analysis, thermal conduction analysis will be conducted, resulting in a temperature distribution. This is an example of magnetic field-thermal coupled analysis using temperature-dependent electrical conductivity. The heated object is a metal filled in a crucible. An alternating current flows through the coil, and the metal is heated by the eddy currents flowing through it. In induction heating analysis, the temperature distribution varies depending on the elapsed time and the location of the analysis target. When the electrical conductivity has temperature-dependent characteristics, the distribution of electrical conductivity changes by location, necessitating a close coupled analysis of the magnetic field and heat. [Case Overview] ■ Analysis Type: Axisymmetric Analysis ■ Analysis Module: PHOTO - EDDYjω & THERMO ■ Coil: Current Density Vector ■ Frequency: 3 [kHz] ■ Conductor: Temperature Dependence of Electrical Conductivity *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

This is an example of heating the entire cylindrical conductor by moving it and using induction heating. By passing through the center of a coil connected to an AC power source, eddy currents flow on the surface of the conductor, generating heat. The temperature rises from the surface, and heat is conducted internally. Due to the axisymmetric shape of this model, it can be analyzed using 2D axisymmetric analysis. Therefore, plate elements are used. To understand the heat generation distribution and temperature distribution inside the cylindrical conductor, a magnetic-thermal coupled analysis using the finite element method is effective. [Case Overview] ■ Analysis Module: PHOTO - EDDYjω & THERMO *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

The induction heating of gears for hardening was analyzed for cases where the relative permeability depends on temperature (strong coupling) and where it does not depend on temperature (weak coupling). For more details, please download the catalog.

The analysis of induction heating of a steel plate (coupled analysis of magnetic field and heat) determines the distribution of heat generation due to eddy currents flowing in the steel plate created by a three-phase current magnetic field. Next, thermal conduction is analyzed based on the calculated heat generation. For more details, please download the catalog.

The analysis of induction heating shows an example of the eddy current and temperature field analysis (induction heating analysis) of a metal tube with a notch when a coil carrying an alternating current of 500 kW at a frequency of 800 kHz surrounds the metal tube. The analysis model is created to include the object of analysis and the surrounding air portion. For more details, please download the catalog.

PTC resin has the property of increasing electrical resistance as the temperature rises (temperature dependence). We conducted an analysis of a heater that utilizes this property. This heater has the characteristic that as the temperature rises, the inherent resistance of the PTC resin increases, limiting the current, so it does not exceed a certain temperature. We will perform a current distribution analysis when a voltage of 100[V] is applied to the electrode terminals of the heater. For more details, please download the catalog.

The "PHOTO series" offers analysis solvers that utilize the most suitable simulation methods for a wide range of target fields, from high-frequency electromagnetic waves to low-frequency electric and magnetic fields, based on the analysis theme. Unlike other commercial software packages that handle all phenomena with a single analysis solver, we use the most appropriate analysis solver for the purpose, ensuring high analysis accuracy and detailed responsiveness to needs. Additionally, you can select only the necessary modules suited to the problem, which helps keep the implementation costs economical. It is also easy to expand functionality by adding modules, and by combining them, it is possible to handle coupled analyses such as heat generation due to eddy currents and stresses or deformations caused by electromagnetic forces. All products are compatible with three-dimensional problems, and the transient response analysis module can handle nonlinear materials.

In the PHOTO series, you can set the current density for models such as coils and perform coupled analysis with finite element models (such as magnetic materials) that are influenced by it, using it as an external field model.