Eddy Current Separation (ECS) stands as a highly efficient recycling technology crucial for separating nonferrous particles from waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). This process relies on repulsive forces induced by eddy currents as particles traverse the variable magnetic field of a rotating magnetic drum. Achieving optimal separation in this multifaceted process demands a careful selection of magnetic drum parameters. This study focuses on modeling the repulsive forces acting on diverse nonferrous particle shapes, with a particular emphasis on horizontally oriented cylindrical particles, and exploring their trajectories under various adjustable parameters. The effectiveness of the separator is intimately governed by these repellent magnetic forces. Our numerical model comprehensively accounts for the key magnetic and mechanical forces shaping particle movement. Through a dedicated Matlab program, simulations of trajectories are conducted, dissecting the influence of parameters such as separation angle, number of poles, electromagnetic drum velocity, and particle sizes. The findings, elucidated in detailed diagrams, offer a profound understanding of each parameter's impact, crucial for optimizing ECS processes.
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