I simulated a copper coil in comsol, applied a pulse excitation current to the coil, and set a probe around the coil to measure the potential. I used the mef module and transient research, but it reported an error in the end. I am going to try I tried the frequency domain to time domain FFT research, but I don't know how to connect the time domain pulse signal with the frequency domain. I hope to get your help, thank you!
There are detailed model diagrams and pulse diagrams below.
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Dear Cai Jiale and Bernard Schaffler
Setting up COMSOL to run simulations involves several steps. Here's a general guide to help you set up your simulation in COMSOL:
1. Start a New Project: Open COMSOL and create a new project by selecting the appropriate physics module for your simulation. In your case, it seems like you are using the AC/DC Module for simulating electromagnetic fields.
2. Build the Geometry: Use the geometry tools in COMSOL to create or import the geometry of your copper coil. Specify the dimensions, material properties, and any other necessary geometric details.
3. Define Physics and Material Properties: In the Physics section, specify the electromagnetic physics settings for your simulation. Define the material properties for the copper coil and any other relevant materials in your model.
4. Set Up Excitation: Define the excitation method for your simulation. Since you mentioned applying a pulse excitation current, select the appropriate excitation type, such as a current source or a time-dependent function.
5. Specify Boundary Conditions: Set up the boundary conditions for your simulation. Define the appropriate conditions for the edges or surfaces of your model, such as electrical insulation or prescribed voltage.
6. Meshing: Generate a suitable mesh for your model using the meshing tools in COMSOL. Ensure that the mesh is sufficiently refined to capture the details and variations of the electromagnetic field accurately.
7. Select Study Type: Choose the study type based on your simulation requirements. In your case, for transient analysis, select the Transient study type. For frequency-domain analysis, select the Frequency Domain study type.
8. Set Up Time/Frequency Domain Settings: For transient analysis, specify the time duration, time steps, and solver settings in the Transient study settings. For frequency-domain analysis, define the frequency range, number of frequencies, and other relevant settings in the Frequency Domain study settings.
9. Add Probes: Place the probe(s) at the desired location(s) to measure the potential or other quantities of interest. Configure the probe settings, such as data storage and visualization options.
10. Solve the Model: Once all the necessary settings are configured, solve the model by clicking the "Compute" button. COMSOL will process the simulation based on the defined parameters and generate results.
11. Analyze Results: After the simulation completes, analyze and visualize the results using the post-processing tools in COMSOL. This includes examining the electromagnetic field distribution, potential measurements, and any other quantities of interest.
Regarding your specific requirement to connect the time-domain pulse signal with the frequency domain, you can use the Fourier Transform feature in COMSOL. It allows you to convert the time-domain signal to the frequency domain and analyze the frequency components. You can find this feature in the post-processing tools of COMSOL.
If you encounter specific errors or face difficulties during the simulation setup or analysis, it's recommended to refer to the COMSOL documentation, tutorials, and support resources. They provide detailed information on various aspects of using COMSOL for simulations and can assist in troubleshooting specific issues you may encounter.