Practical Magnetic and Electromechanical Design Course

Inspired By: Mark A. Juds's Practical Magnetic and Electromechanical Design Solenoids, Actuators, Transformers, Inductors

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The Practical Magnetic and Electromechanical Design course

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Duration: 5 days
Format: Classroom and online
Cities: Nairobi, New York, Nice, Abu Dhabi, Lisbon, Dubai and more
Next session: 4 – 8 October 2026, Nairobi
Price: From 3,000 €

Course Overview

The course is a dynamic corporate training program designed to provide participants with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in magnetic and electromechanical systems. This course explores topics such as magnetic design training, electromechanical design, and magnetic flux principles, offering insights into advanced areas like magnetic system circuit theory, magnetic material properties, and electromagnetic force applications. Participants will engage with subjects including magnetic actuator technologies, coil design optimization, soft and hard magnetic materials, and permanent magnet design, ensuring they gain a well-rounded understanding of the field.

Target Audience

Electrical and mechanical engineers focusing on magnetic and electromechanical systems
Research and development professionals seeking expertise in magnetic flux principles and actuator technologies
Design engineers working on solenoid design, transformer optimization, or coil efficiency
Product managers involved in energy conversion or electromagnetic systems
Technicians and specialists addressing challenges in magnetic circuit design, eddy currents, or transformer leakage flux

Targeted Organizational Departments

Research and development teams focused on electromechanical energy conversion and actuator technologies
Electrical engineering departments designing solenoids, transformers, or magnetic field sensors
Manufacturing divisions optimizing coil design and managing electromagnetic losses
Quality assurance teams conducting BH curve analysis, measuring magnetic field properties, or reducing eddy current losses

Targeted Industries

Renewable energy focusing on transformer and inductor design for solar and wind systems
Automotive industries implementing high-speed actuators and slot motor applications
Aerospace sectors using electromagnetic force applications and magnetic field measurement
Consumer electronics developing compact solenoid and coil designs
Industrial automation creating magnetic actuators and optimizing electromechanical systems

Course Offerings

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Visualize and calculate magnetic flux principles
Design and optimize magnetic circuits, solenoids, transformers, and inductors
Apply magnetic actuator technologies in practical scenarios
Understand and implement electromagnetic force applications and coil optimization techniques
Address challenges related to magnetic material properties, eddy currents, and skin effects
Measure and simulate magnetic fields using advanced sensors and electromagnetic simulation techniques
Utilize Biot-Savart law and Lorentz force principles in design projects

Training Methodology

The course employs a blend of interactive and experiential learning methods to provide an engaging and effective training experience.

Course Toolbox

Participants will receive:

A detailed course workbook covering magnetic flux principles, coil design optimization, and electromagnetic simulation techniques
Simulation software for practicing solenoid and inductor design
Access to online resources for advanced topics like magnetic circuit theory and actuator technologies
Pre-configured templates and checklists for designing and analyzing electromechanical systems
Tutorials and guides for magnetic field sensors and Biot-Savart law applications

Course Agenda

Day 1: Magnetic Fundamentals and Core Principles

Topic 1: Visualizing magnetic flux lines and flux paths
Topic 2: Magnetic system circuit theory and analogies with electric circuits
Topic 3: Properties of magnetic materials and magnetization curves (B-H curves)
Topic 4: Air flux paths and leakage flux visualization techniques
Topic 5: Parasitic inductance and capacitance in magnetic systems
Topic 6: Key differences between DC and AC magnetic systems
Reflection & Review: Discussing foundational concepts and their practical implications

Day 2: Magnetic Forces and Actuators

Topic 1: Energy and force relationships in magnetic systems
Topic 2: Lorentz force and its applications in electromechanical systems
Topic 3: Configurations of magnetic actuators and pole shaping
Topic 4: Design and optimization of solenoid actuators
Topic 5: Solenoid pull-in dynamics and motion analysis
Topic 6: Practical examples of gapped core and permeability effects
Reflection & Review: Analyzing case studies of actuator performance

Day 3: Magnetic Materials and Coil Design

Topic 1: Characteristics and performance of soft and hard magnetic materials
Topic 2: Curie temperature and alloying effects on magnetic properties
Topic 3: Eddy currents, skin effects, and energy losses in magnetic materials
Topic 4: DC and AC coil design principles and trade-offs
Topic 5: Techniques for optimizing wire resistivity and coil geometry
Topic 6: Temperature rise and thermal management in coil systems
Reflection & Review: Evaluating coil designs and identifying areas for improvement

Day 4: Advanced Electromechanical Components

Topic 1: Transformer and inductor design methodologies
Topic 2: Core-type and shell-type transformers with leakage flux considerations
Topic 3: BH curve measurement techniques for core materials
Topic 4: Air-core inductors: Design principles and simulation insights
Topic 5: Biot-Savart law applications in magnetic force and field calculations
Topic 6: Torque and force calculations for permanent magnets and coils
Reflection & Review: Integration of advanced magnetic components into systems

Day 5: Integration, Sensors, and Emerging Technologies

Topic 1: Rectification, shading, and performance enhancement in AC electromagnets
Topic 2: Slot motors and Thomson coil applications in industrial systems
Topic 3: Advanced magnetic field sensors: Hall, SQUID, and magnetoresistance technologies
Topic 4: Electromagnetic simulation techniques for system optimization
Topic 5: Case studies in electromechanical energy conversion systems
Topic 6: Capstone project: Design and analysis of a complete magnetic system
Reflection & Review: Presentation of projects and course wrap-up discussions

How This Course is Different

The course offers a unique combination of foundational knowledge and advanced practical skills. Unlike other courses, this program emphasizes real-world applications of magnetic flux principles, electromagnetic simulations, and magnetic circuit design. With a strong focus on hands-on learning, participants will work on case studies and design exercises covering solenoid design, transformer optimization, and high-speed actuator implementation.

credits: 5 credit per day

Course Mode: full-time

Provider: Agile Leaders Training Center

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