3 credits
Fall 2025 Lecture Distance Learning
This course focuses on the design of electromagnetic and electromechanical systems, with power applications. The course includes optimization methods, modeling techniques for design (as opposed to for simulation), and the formulation of design problems as optimization problems. Prerequisite by Topic: Knowledge of the use of field and co-energy techniques to calculate force/torque, Understanding of theory of operation of permanent magnet ac machines (brushless dc machines), basic knowledge of electromagnetic fields.
Learning Outcomes1Understand multi-objective design techniques as they relate to the design of power magnetic devices.
2Understand the use of computationally efficient methods of solving field problem including analytical methods and magnetic equivalent circuits.
3Understand loss mechanisms in power magnet devices including hysteresis, eddy current, and resistive losses.
4Understand design of distributed conductors systems such as rotating electric machinery.
5Understand working practices on homework, exams, and projects.
6Understand how to compete component architectures in a rigorous and meaningful way.
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