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Axial Flux PM Generator Design using ANSYS MAXWELL (FEM/FEA)
Rating: 4.3 out of 5(42 ratings)
189 students
Created byVakilian Zand
Last updated 5/2025
English

What you'll learn

  • Drawing the geometry of an axial flux generator(using import and draw options)
  • Setting the excitation and boundaries, material properties and motion setup
  • Meshing and analyze(defining the mesh size and time step for accurate results)
  • Plotting the results, diagrams and and field distributions
  • Redesigning the geometry to achieve needed results and improve the back EMF
  • A good overview on FEM Simulation of electrical machines using ANSYS MAXWELL

Course content

2 sections • 8 lectures • 1h 46m total length

  • introduction1:40

    Welcome to our course on Simulating Axial Flux Generators with ANSYS Maxwell! This specialized program offers a deep dive into the dynamic world of electrical machine design, focusing on axial flux generators, renowned for their compact and efficient energy conversion. Through the powerful finite element software ANSYS Maxwell, you'll learn to model, simulate, and optimize these innovative machines. Whether you're an engineer, researcher, or enthusiast, this course equips you with cutting-edge skills to tackle real-world challenges and advance in the field of electrical engineering. Join us to unleash your potential and revolutionize energy solutions!

  • How to draw the geometry and set the axial flux generator in ANSYS MAXWELL22:44

    The attached file will help you to compare your own simulation with a reference.

  • How to set the materials, magnet properties and excitation17:24

    Setting the simulation parameter is the key point to the correct results. here we will do it together

  • Post processing : Getting results and plotting the wave forms13:42

    finally the goal of simulation is results! lets extract the numbers

  • Revising the design: Scaling and parametric optimization8:24

    If we want to change the dimensions or get higher results do we we need to redraw all parts?! in this lecture we will use scaling to change the whole size parameters

  • Double Stator Axial flux Generator, producing more EMF4:56

    Finally, to get better results and more sustainable machine, making the stator to a double stator is the best option

  • Importing a geometry from SOLIDWORKS and troubleshooting8:56

    In this video, a model of axial flux geometry will be imported to Maxwell and we will solve problems that is occurring. The SOLIDWORKS model and Maxwell file are available in resources.

Requirements

  • Basic understanding the electrical engineering
  • Basic understanding of Finite Element Method(FEM)

Description

Welcome to the course on the Design of Permanent Magnet Axial Flux Generators! This program offers an overview at designing axial flux generators using advanced simulation tools and techniques. ANSYS Maxwell software will be used for simulations, as it is one of the best tools for finite element method simulation. Participants will gain practical experience in drawing and modeling generator geometries, setting material properties, excitation parameters, bands, and boundary conditions to simulate real-world conditions accurately. The course focuses on practical applications, teaching participants how to extract and analyze key performance metrics like flux density distributions, current and voltage waveforms, torque-speed characteristics, mechanical power output, and electrical power generation. Through a blend of theoretical instruction and practical exercises, participants will develop the skills needed to design efficient and reliable axial flux generators. Whether you're an experienced engineer or new to electromagnetic design, this course provides a solid foundation for designing advanced axial flux generators. Join us to enhance your skills and contribute to the future of renewable energy systems.


*The ANSYS MAXWELL simulation file is attached.

*You can ask questions about your simulation, and prompt answers will be provided.

*You can share your project topic in the comments and suggest subjects for future courses.

Who this course is for:

  • Electrical Engineers
  • Electrical Motor designers
  • Anyone who is interested in Electromagnetism
  • Mechanical engineers

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