Heat simulation in electrical/mechanical engineering

In summary, the conversation revolves around the use of simulation software to address heat-related issues in electrical and mechanical engineering. The initial question asked if anyone uses such software, and the response was yes, but a more specific question is needed for a more specific answer. The conversation then shifts to a specific issue with thermal cracks on alumina substrates and the possibility of using software such as ANSYS Fluent or OpenFOAM for simulation.
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Ash.K
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Hi all,

I was wondering if anyone uses simulation software's to tackle the heat related issues in electrical/mechanical engineering?

Regards
 
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Welcome to PF!

This question is very vague, so I would have to just answer yes. If you ask a more specific question, I may be able to provide a more specific answer.
 
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russ_watters said:
Welcome to PF!

This question is very vague, so I would have to just answer yes. If you ask a more specific question, I may be able to provide a more specific answer.
Hi Russ,
Thanks for your reply. I am having a lot of thermal cracks on alumina substrates during furnace firing/cooling of conductor/dielectric pastes. So, I wanted to know if there were any software's that could be used to simulate the issue. I have used ANSYS Fluent for simulation of wire annealing but since my company don't have a license for it, I was trying to learn if there are any other software's that can be used. i.e OpenFOAM?
 

Related to Heat simulation in electrical/mechanical engineering

1. What is heat simulation in electrical/mechanical engineering?

Heat simulation in electrical/mechanical engineering is a computerized process used to model and predict the thermal behavior of electrical and mechanical systems. It involves using mathematical equations and algorithms to simulate heat transfer, temperature distribution, and thermal stress within a system.

2. Why is heat simulation important in electrical/mechanical engineering?

Heat simulation is important in electrical/mechanical engineering because it helps engineers understand and optimize the performance and reliability of systems. It allows for the identification of potential thermal issues and the evaluation of different design options to improve efficiency and prevent failures. This can save time and resources in the design and testing phases of a project.

3. What types of systems can be simulated using heat simulation?

Heat simulation can be applied to a wide range of systems, including electronic devices, power systems, motors, engines, and other mechanical and electrical components. It can also be used to simulate heat transfer in complex structures, such as buildings and bridges.

4. How is heat simulation performed?

Heat simulation is typically performed using specialized software, such as finite element analysis (FEA) or computational fluid dynamics (CFD) tools. These programs use mathematical models and numerical methods to solve the equations that govern heat transfer and produce visual representations of temperature distribution and other thermal properties.

5. What are the benefits of heat simulation in electrical/mechanical engineering?

Heat simulation offers several benefits in electrical/mechanical engineering, including improved design accuracy, reduced costs and time, increased system reliability, and the ability to evaluate multiple design options quickly and efficiently. It also allows for the identification of potential thermal issues before they occur, reducing the risk of system failures and ensuring optimal performance.

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