Assigning a Symmetry Boundary for the 2D Eddy Current Solver
This boundary condition defines a plane of geometric or magnetic symmetry in a structure. Assign it only to the outer surfaces of the problem region.
To set a symmetry boundary:
- Select the section of the geometry on which you want to apply the boundary condition (typically an edge).
- Click Maxwell 2D > Boundaries > Assign > Symmetry.
The Symmetry Boundary dialog box appears. - Enter a name for the boundary in the Name box, or accept the default.
- Select one of the following as the type
of symmetry:
Odd
(Flux Tangential)Magnetic field is tangential to the boundary; its normal components are zero.
Even
(Flux Normal)Magnetic field is normal to the boundary; its tangential components are zero.
- Optionally, click Use Defaults to revert to the default values in the dialog box.
- Click OK to assign the boundary to the selected object.