Finite element analysis in electromagnetic systems-accounting for electric circuits

Two approaches for the numerical simulation of electromagnetic systems, accounting for electric circuit equations, are presented. First, the indirect coupled model, which permits the simulation of synchronous machines fed by controlled inverters with moderate calculation time is considered. Second, a direct coupled model where the magnetic and electric circuit equations (2-D or 3-D) are solved simultaneously is developed. This approach takes more calculation time but gives more precision. Applications concerning several electromagnetic systems are treated, and numerical results are compared with experimental ones to verify the validity of the models.<>