See How Multiphysics Simulation Is Used in Research and Development

Engineers, researchers, and scientists across industries use multiphysics simulation to research and develop innovative product designs and processes. Find inspiration in technical papers and presentations they have presented at the COMSOL Conference. Browse the selection below or use the Quick Search tool to find a specific presentation or filter by application area.


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Topology Optimization of a Gaseous Photoacoustic Spectroscopy Cell Using COMSOL Multiphysics®

R. Haouari [1], V. Rochus [2], L. Lagae [1], X. Rottenberg [2],
[1] Imec & KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
[2] Imec, Leuven, Belgium

It is known that photoacoustic spectroscopy shows the highest signal-to-noise ratio compared to other spectroscopy techniques. This is due to an orthogonal detection scheme: while exciting with light we monitor soundwaves. In gaseous phase, the use of an acoustic chamber called cell ... Read More

Considerations Regarding the Design of a Power Ultrasonic Transducer with Flat Rectangular Plate

R. R. Andrés [1], E. Riera [1],
[1] Grupo de Sistemas y Tecnologías Ultrasónicas, ITEFI, CSIC, Madrid, España

There are several industrial applications, like food dehydration, atomization and textile washing among others, that are enhanced by the use of power ultrasonic transducers with flat rectangular plate radiator. These transducers are composed by three main parts, the piezoelectric ... Read More

A Multi-Physics Study of the Wave Propagation Problem in Open Cell Polyurethane Foams

M. Dossi [1], M. Brennan [1], M. Moesen [1],
[1] Huntsman Polyurethanes, Everberg, Belgium

Flexible and semi-rigid polyurethane foams are widely used as noise and vibration damping materials. Their porous random microstructure is composed of a visco-elastic frame structure with an interstitial fluid, normally air, filling the voids. The viscoelasticity of the foams is due to ... Read More

Time-Dependent Study of Pressure Waves Generated by Square Array MEMS Ultrasound Transducers

M. A. G. Suijlen [1], R. J. Woltjer [1],
[1] Novioscan, Nijmegen, Netherlands

For non-imaging wearable ultrasound applications Novioscan is developing piezoelectric MEMS transducers. These transducers consist of a large array of micromechanical silicon membranes with piezoelectrically actuated regions to generate an out-of-plane displacement causing a pressure ... Read More

Damping in Dense Gas Acoustic Structure Interaction

J. P. M. Smeulers [1], H. P. Pereboom [1], N. González Díez [1],
[1] TNO, Delft, The Netherlands

Large centrifugal compressors, which are commonly applied in the oil and gas and in the process industry, may fail due to vibrations of the impeller. These vibrations are induced by pressure pulsations in a compressor stage. These vibrations can be especially strong in so-called dense ... Read More

3D Acoustic-Structure Interaction of Ultrasound in Fluids for the Manufacture of Graded Materials

J. Holt [1], C. Torres-Sanchez [1], P. Conway [1], M. G. Garcia-Romero [1],
[1] The Wolfson School of Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering, Loughborough University, Leicestershire, UK

Functionally graded materials (FGM) are those that contain chemical, phase or structural gradients. Whilst the design of functionally graded structures is well researched in areas such as shape optimisation and topology optimization, their manufacture is still in development. One ... Read More

Topology Optimization of Thermoviscous Acoustics in Tubes and Slits with Hearing Aid Applications

R. Christensen [1],
[1] GN ReSound A/S, Ballerup, Copenhagen, Denmark

When acoustic applications include small geometries, i.e. mm/submillimeter range, so-called thermoviscous effects can greatly affect the pressure response. This paper deals with acoustic topology optimization of such miniature structures with thermoviscous effects taken into account. ... Read More

Frequency Response of Soil-Structure Interaction for Concrete Gravity Dams

A. De Falco [1], M. Mori [1], G. Sevieri [2],
[1] University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy
[2] University of Florence, Florence, Italy

Seismic evaluation of existing dams is a major issue that has been even more highlighted by the recent events in Italy. In this regard, researchers and engineers need a reliable and quick tool to assess the complex behaviour of the structure – fluid – soil system. In this paper the soil ... Read More

COMSOL® Analysis for Duct Acoustic

M. M. Ghulam [1], E. J. Gutmark [1],
[1] Aerospace Department, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH, USA

COMSOL analysis of the acoustic modes of two different Combustion Wind Tunnel Facility’s test sections was conducted in this project. The test sections are rectangular ducts, therefore the mathematical expressions to predict the longitudinal and transverse modes inside a tube were used ... Read More

Loudspeaker Response Optimization with the Aid of Impulse Response

R. Balistreri [1],
[1] Klipsch Group, Inc., Indianapolis, IN, USA

COMSOL Multiphysics® simulation software is receiving a lot of attention in the loudspeaker industry thanks to the quality of the results it provides making it an essential tool to optimize geometries so that the best reproduction capabilities of the loudspeaker system are achieved. ... Read More