• ECTS

    6 credits

  • Component

    Faculty of Science

Description

In the design of energy conversion systems, within the framework of a feasibility study for example, it is essential to use scientific calculation software and/or simulation software which will allow a substantial saving of time.

 

This unit of instruction will:

  • To provide knowledge of numerical calculation methods used in commercial software used to solve problems applied to electrical engineering.
  • Introduce optimization concepts for the search of an optimal solution under constraints in a problem related to electrical engineering.
  • Enable the implementation and application of numerical techniques for the processing of data from, for example, the study of the reliability of an electrical system or power electronics.
  • Present the finite element methods and software used to solve physical or multiphysical problems.
  • To deal with thermal problems related to energy conversion and to provide theoretical knowledge necessary for the understanding and modeling of thermal phenomena in electrical engineering components and systems (power electronics, HF transformers, distribution cables...).

 

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Objectives

The final objective for the student, at the end of the course and the practical work, is to master the basic techniques encountered in computer-aided design (CAD) and in the use of CAD software for electrical engineering. This course will allow the student to integrate research and development offices or research laboratories where he will work on the study and design of components and systems requiring the use of CAD software.

Upon completion of the course and practical work, the student:

  • Will be able to use scientific software and implement numerical techniques for calculations, optimizations and data processing.
  • Will be able to interpret the results given by the software and judge their relevance to the study.
  • Assimilate the principles of operation and calculation underlying a finite element software which will allow him to face all situations or to adapt to a new software.
  • Will be able to independently define, model and solve a thermal problem applied to electrical engineering.
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Necessary pre-requisites

First year Master's degree or scientific baccalaureate +5 with a solid foundation in general mathematics and elementary physics.

Knowledge of at least one scientific programming software or language

Have notions of electrical and thermal engineering.

 

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Knowledge control

Continuous assessment teaching unit.

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Syllabus

 

  1. Basic numerical methods of calculation
  2. Differences and finite elements
  3. Introduction to optimization (genetic methods, Pareto front...)
  4. Numerical methods of data processing, filtering and static? or statistical
  5. Basics of the use of software for solving finite element problems: Matlab, FEMM, Comsol.
  6. Modeling of static and dynamic heat transfer phenomena.
  7. Application to the dimensioning of power electronics systems, power transmission cables. Cooling systems for power electronics.
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Additional information

CM : 27h

TP : 14h

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