Induction Heating Archives - Page 2 of 5

January 9th, 2012

Computer Modeling of Induction Forging Applications

The majority of commercial codes used for computer modeling of induction heating processes are all-purpose programs originally developed for modeling processes occurring in electrical machines, motors, circuit breakers, transformers, and […]

December 19th, 2011

Induction Contour Hardening of Bevel, Hypoid and Pinion Gears

Article discusses unique technology that allows the replacement of carburizing with induction contour hardening for a wide range of complex-shaped components, including parts previously thought to be impossible to induction […]

September 26th, 2011

Tips for Computer Modeling of Induction Heating Process

Certain numerical computational methods or software are preferred for each family of induction heating applications. There is not a single universal computational method that optimally fits all types of applications. […]

August 29th, 2011

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August 15th, 2011

Computer Modeling Techniques for Induction: FDM, FEM, BEM

Certain numerical methods or software are preferred for each type of induction heating application. There is not a single universal computational method that optimally fits all types of applications. In […]

August 8th, 2011

Induction Computer Modeling at Heat Treat Show 2011

ASM Heat Treat Conference; Cincinnati, OH Monday, October 31 – Room: 238 – 11:30 a.m. Unique Computer Modeling Approaches for Simulation of Induction Heat Treating Applications. Dr. Valery Rudnev, Inductoheat Inc., Madison […]

July 25th, 2011

Systematic analysis of induction coil failures. Pt 1: Introduction

Induction coil failure is a very complex subject because typically there is no single factor responsible for the failure but rather a combination of interrelated factors. At minimum, a coil […]

July 11th, 2011

Computer Modeling – Numerical Computation Techniques

Even a cursory look at a comparison of network meshes used by different numerical methods reveals that depending upon specifics of a particular induction application; a particular type of mesh […]

June 27th, 2011

Physics of flux concentration

Without a concentrator, the magnetic flux would spread around the coil or current-carrying conductor and link with the electrically conductive surroundings (auxiliary equipment, metal supports, tools, and fixtures, for example). […]

June 20th, 2011

Coil Failure pt. 2: Current Flow & Crack Propagation

The skin and proximity effects — as well as the “ring,” “slot,” and edge effects — lead to a nonuniform current distribution within a copper coil. Areas of high current […]

May 23rd, 2011

Metallurgical Insights: TT & CTT Diagrams pt. 3

Rapid induction heating appreciably affects the kinetics of austenite formation and carbon distribution within it. Results of computer modeling of induction scan hardening of a shaft using numerical computer modeling […]

April 18th, 2011

Coil Failure: pt. 3 – Coil Copper Selection

In induction heating applications longevity of inductor depends upon several factors, including coil copper selection. This article discusses how different copper grades used for fabrication of induction heating coils affect […]