Interactive Motor Design System Using 2-D Finite Element Analysis With Fast Mesh Modification Method

Abstract

In this article, we propose an interactive visualization method for motor design. We have proposed a visualization system for education using augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR). As a further development of this, we are working on motor design as an industrial application. There are two issues in achieving high-speed interactivity. One is a fast mesh modification method in finite element analysis, and the other is a fast solving method. We propose a high-speed mesh modification method that utilizes regularly arranged grid points and coordinate transformation. In the proposed design system, the user can immediately observe the analysis result of the design change. Furthermore, if the proposed system is executed in cooperation with the projector, designers can change the design of the motor with their fingers and discuss it on the board. Furthermore, since this system can be executed on a Web browser, it can also be executed on a smartphone or tablet PC.