Finite element simulation of an electromechanical actuator system for turbulence research

The Central Institute of Engineering, Electronics and Instrumentation (ZEA-2: Systems of Electronics) is a scientific and technical institute of the Forschungszentrum Jülich GmbH, which performs research and development projects in cooperation with the institutes of the Forschungszentrum and external partners. The focus of the work is the development of electronic and information technology system solutions in sensor technology and detector technology, signal and data processing, measurement technology as well as imaging and processing.

Background:
As a partner in the DFG funded research group FOR 1779 "Active Drag Reduction via Wavy Surface Oscillations" the Central Institute of Engineering, Electronics and Analytics (Electronic Systems, ZEA-2) builds and optimizes a Lorentz force based actuator system for use in wind tunnel experiments. For some parts of this system simple, well known models exist. However these partial models do not capture all properties which are required and we are interested in. The dynamical behavior of the oscillating aluminum surface which is indeed coupling all 20 actuators is the most important issue. For system optimizing the actuator system has to be modeled more detailed and precisely. Therefore we intend a finite elements multiphysics simulation using the COMSOL software

Your task:
Starting off you will examine the mechanical setup of the actuator system and later also the electromagnetic part as base of your model. Based on these findings you will use COMSOL to build a model of the actuator system and simulate its dynamics. You will closely work together with the project team of engineers and physicists for this challenging task of properly capturing the system behavior. The team will be able to quickly take over and evaluate any insights gained from your simulation. You will also get in touch with collaborating partners from university. The final target of your work will primarily to improve control, but also to better plan heat management and various other potential improvements.

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Unternehmen

Helmholtz Gemeinschaft

Bereich/Abteilung

Central Institute for Engineering, Electronics and Analytics ZEA-2 – Electronic Systems Forschungszentrum Jülich GmbH

Abschlussart

Masterarbeit

Ansprechpartner/in

Mrs. Britta Hallmann
Central Institute for Engineering, Electronics and Analytics
ZEA-2 – Electronic Systems
Forschungszentrum Jülich GmbH
52425 Jülich

E-Mail: verwaltung.zea2@fz-juelich.de
Phone: +49 2461 61 3181

Branche

Elektrotechnik

Anforderungen

Master student in physics, engineering, informatics or applied mathematics
Background in physical simulations
Preferably experience with COMSOL and/or Matlab
Self-reliant
Our offer:

Help getting familiar with the subject
Work on a model with existing physical counterpart for quick feedback
Collaborate with an experienced team of scientists, engineers and technicians
State of the art equipment and tools
We will be glad to assist you in your initial training.

Zusatzinformationen

Forschungszentrum Jülich aims to employ more women in this area and therefore particularly welcomes applications from women. We also welcome applications from disabled persons.