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Training and support
Long term experience in both software development and consulting work
make CEDRAT and its distribution network a valuable partner to support
and train you when using Flux. Training and support competencies:
Use of the programs Specih c developments
Numerical methods Limits of the models validity
Adapted methodology Customer's models resolution
Engineering services
CEDRATs extensive R&D activity is conducted by a multidisciplinary
team of experts. We apply our experience and technical know-how to the
innovation of your products. CEDRAT supplies customised software and
hardware solutions adapted to your application: from power systems to
electromechanical devices, to drives and controls, from active materials
based structures to electromagnetic and thermal design of electrical
machines.
Quality assurance
Flux is controlled and developed under Quality Assurance
procedures. It ensures a constant validation of the
capabilities and the results of the software.
Documentation
Complete documentation is provided with the software.
Over 3500 pages are availabe in 30 manuals and a variety
of tutorials for key applications. Each printed manual is
supplied depending on the Flux modules you purchase.
A full HTML on-line help will support you in your daily
job to go straight to the necessary information.
Technical papers are also available to assist you to
explore creative ideas for innovation.
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Motoren, Gauss Magneti, Globe Motors, Goodrich, Grundfos, Hager Electric, Ikerlan, Isliker Magnete, ISL, ITT FLYGT, Kollmorgen, Legrand,
Leroy Somer, LG electronics, Lokheed Martin, Magneti Marelli, PSA, Renault, Robert Bosch, Schneider Electric, SEW Eurodrive, Siemens
Automotive, Snecma, Sulzer, Thales, TRW, Valeo, Visteon, Walker Magnetics, Wolf, Zodiac as well as many university labs and teaching
institutes...
Trial version on: www.cedrat.com/en/Software_solution/Download.html
For more information, please contact:
CEDRAT Group
15 Chemin de Malacher - Inovalle
38246 Meylan Cedex - France
software@cedrat.com
Phone: +33 (0)4 76 90 50 45 - Fax: +33 (0)4 56 38 08 30
In a global context of design process optimisation and time-to-market reduction, Flux brings an innovative solution
capitalising on 30 years of electromagnetic simulation in an open and user-friendly interface.
Flux is a h nite element software application used for electromagnetic and thermal simulations, both in 2D and 3D.
Suitable for design and optimisation, teaching and R&D, our software solutions provide the most accurate analysis of
your devices and systems.
CAE Software for the anaIysis
of eIectromagnetic devices
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A wide eld of use
Featuring a large number of functionalities, including extended
multiparametric analysis, advanced electrical circuit coupling and
kinematic coupling, Flux is suitable for :
Magnetic, electric and thermal h elds
Static, harmonic and transient analysis
Parametrized analysis
Magnetic / dieletric / thermal coupling
External circuit connections
Mechanical coupling
Multiphysics coupling
Numerous applications
Flux is the right tool for the analysis, design and
optimisation for the following applications:
Rotating machines
Linear actuators
Transformers & inductances
Induction heating devices
Sensors
High voltage devices
Cables
Electromagnetic compatibility
Non destructive testing
... And many other ones
Reduce design cost. Reduce time to market.
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Flux key applications
DC Machines
Induction Machines
Synchronous Machines
Switched Reluctance
Machines
Axial Flux Machines
Transverse Flux
Machines
Synchronous
Reluctance Machines
Actuators
Circuit Breakers/
Contactors
Electromagnets/
Valves
Linear Motors
Magnetic Launchers
Magnetic Couplers
Protection Relays
Voice Coils
Power Cables
Distribution Busbars
Shielding
Radiated Magnetic
Fields
Power Transformers
Current Transformers
Reactors
Ignition Coils
Coils & Solenoids
Sensors
Proximity Sensors
Speed/Position
Sensors
Current Sensors
Flux Gates
MEMS
Induction Heating
Conduction Heating
Dielectric Heating
Surface Hardening
Electric Field
HV Insulators
Cable Bushings
Arc Chambers
Cathodic Protection
Ship Magnetisation
Eddy Current Testing
Magnetic Testing
Transformers - Inductances
Rotating Machines Cables - Electrical Connections
Heat Treatment
Ship Applications Non Desttructive Testing
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Software synergy
Perfect integration into the CAE chain
Flux communicates easily with numerous tools:
To import geometry or mesh
To co-simulate with Portunus system simulation (also giving
access to Pspice)
To co-simulate with MATLAB / Simulink for drive and control devices
To import motor templates from SPEED
Co-simulation with other physics disciplines
All the CEDRAT Software Solutions
Flux is the most open electromagnetic simulation tool on the market, therefore Flux naturally ts
within your existing toolchain.
Flux ease of use and software operability suit both large corporations and smaller engineering
teams.
With its command language derived from the well known Java and Python object oriented languages,
Flux allows the user to deh ne its own macros and interfaces to simplify its work, from generating
geometry through to post-processing solution results.
Flux to Portunus Co-simulation
Flux features co-simulation capabilities with Portunus & MATLAB Simulink enabling the design of the
device and its drive and control part taking into account saturation, Eddy Currents, control loops.
Multiphysics interoperability
CEDRAT has developed an API which enables Flux to communicate with any kind of software. It can be
coupled to other simulation software to model the interaction with CFD, system simulators, mechanical.
This connection can be direct or driven by the MpCCI technology.
Supported systems
Flux has historically pioneered the CAE industry with its advanced solvers, incorporating techniques to
minimise computation times. Flux beneh ts from Red Hat Enterprise Linux Edition 5 technology (while also
remaining optimised for 32 and 64 bit processors) allowing you to simulate increasingly complex cases.
High performance geometric description
Embedded 2D & 3D parameterized modelling constructs
Advanced CAD import & export capabilities
Motor Overlays provide the ability to completely and intuitively deh ne a model of an electric
machine (geometry, mesh, windings) using extensive libraries of rotor shapes, stator slots,
winding types, etc ...
Advanced physical propertiesfor high performance calculations Solving process: A fast and robust solver
A fully multiparametric postprocessor enabling one to
analyse the results from multiparametric solving
An extensive range of results
Flux gives access to various quantities such as:
Potential, f ux density, temperature, electric and
magnetic h elds
Iron losses (Bertotti, LS Model), Joule losses in
conductors
Electrical quantities on the components: current,
voltage, power, inductance
Mechanical quantities: position, velocity, force,
torque, speed
Skin effect visualisation
User deh ned quantities
Results post-processing:Show your results and convince
A simple prototyping process in 5 steps

Powerfulmesh generator:An easy but

f exible mesh generator
The Flux mesh generator provides different mesh types and meshing
technologies that can be mixed in both 2D and 3D situations:
Triangular / tetrahedral elements obtained by Delaunay type or
advancing front method algorithms
Quadrilateral / hexahedral elements generated through either
mapped or extrusive meshing
It offers powerful features that help the user to quickly get a precise
mesh:
Smart automatic mesh generation based on geometry
Fine manual control of mesh size and distribution
Linked mesh between identical geometric entities
Import of already meshed and parameterized objects
A full range of physical models to simulate the low frequency
behaviour of electromagnetic devices:
Magnetostatics
AC Magnetics
Transient Magnetics
Electrostatics
Electric Conduction
Dielectric
Electrical circuit equations coupling
Steady State Thermal
Transient Thermal
Electro-Thermal
Magneto-Thermal
Dielectric-Thermal
Mechanical coupling
Advanced modelling techniques for accurate and
fast results:
Non meshed coils
Thin regions represented by surface models
(no need to mesh the thickness)
Skewed geometries
Complex electrical circuits:
Voltage, current sources,
Resistors, capacitors, inductances,
Diodes, interruptors, thyristors
Squirrel cage
Rigid body motion:
Translational
Rotational and pivotal
Free movement
Fully parametric solver allowing geometrical or physical
parameter sweeps
Multiple linear and non-linear solvers and possibility to plug
user-deh ned linear solvers
Embedded electromechanical solving for both 2D and 3D:
- Strong coupling with circuit equations
- Rigid body motion equations solved at each time-step with
automatic remeshing around the moving parts

Presented in different ways

Colour shaded maps and isovalues plots
Vector plots
2D and 3D curves as a function of varying parameters
on a path, a grid, probe .
Spectral analysis
Cutting planes
Look up tables
Extensi ve export capabi l i ti es (Excel , text,
AMESim.)
AVI animations, png drawings
User deh ned postprocessing box