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The growing list of accepted abstracts for Oral Presentation Sessions and
Poster Sessions can be viewed below.

Some important dates:

Abstract submission deadline - August 14th, 2009.

Paper submission deadline - September 18th, 2009.

Oral Presentation Sessions

Wednesday, October 14
Heat Transfer and Thermo-Mechanics I
Wednesday, October 14, 16:15 - 17:45
Finite Elements Analysis of Thermal Fatigue in Thermal Barrier Coatings (TBC)
U. Bardi1, C. Borri1, A. Fossati1, A. Lavacchi1, and I. Perissi1
1Dipartimento di Chimica, Università degli Studi di Firenze, Sesto Fiorentino, FI, Italy
Optimization of Dynamic Embedded, Water Based Surface Heat (and Cold) Emitting System for Buildings
S. Thomas1, P.Y. Franck1, and P. André1
1Department of Sciences and Environmental Management, University of Liège, Arlon, Belgium
Simulation of the Convective Heat Transfer and Working Temperature Field of a Photovoltaic Module Using COMSOL Multiphysics
E. Ruiz-Reina1 and M. Sidrach-de-Cardona1
1Departamento de Física Aplicada II, Universidad de Málaga, Málaga, Spain
Thermal Design of Power Electronic Devices and Modules
N. Delmonte1, M. Bernardoni1, P. Cova1, and R. Menozzi1
1Dipartimento di Ingegneria dell’Informazione, University of Parma, Parma, Italy
Fuel Cells and Electrochemistry
Wednesday, October 14, 16:15 - 17:45
An Agglomerate Model for the Rationalization of MCFC Cathode Degradation
B. Bozzini1, S. Maci1, I. Sgura2, R. Lo Presti3, and E. Simonetti3
1Dipartimento di Ingegneria dell’Innovazione, Università del Salento, Lecce, Italy
2Dipartimento di Matematica, Università del Salento, Lecce, Italy
3ENEA Casaccia, Dipartimento TER, Centro Ricerche Casaccia, S. Maria di Galeria, Roma, Italy
Classical Models of the Interface between an Electrode and an Electrolyte
E. Gongadze1, S. Petersen1, U. Beck2, and U. van Rienen1
1Institute of General Electrical Engineering, University of Rostock, Rostock, Germany
2Institute of Electronic Appliances and Circuits, University of Rostock, Rostock, Germany
COMSOL Multiphysics as a General Platform for the Simulation of Complex Electrochemical Systems
A. Lavacchi1
1Department of Chemistry, University of Firenze, Sesto Fiorentino, FI, Italy
Current Density Simulations in the Electrodeposition from Ionic Liquids: Effects of the Conductivity
I. Perissi1, C. Borri1, S. Caporali1, and A. Lavacchi1
1Department of Chemistry, University of Firenze, Sesto Fiorentino, FI, Italy
Large Scale 3D Flow Distribution Analysis in HTPEM Fuel Cells
C. Siegel12, G. Bandlamudi12, N. van der Schoot1, and A. Heinzel12
1Zentrum für BrennstoffzellenTechnik GmbH, Duisburg, Germany
2Institut für Energie- und Umweltverfahrenstechnik, University of Duisburg-Essen, Duisburg, Germany
Modelling of the Hydrogen Diffusion in Martensitic Steel in Contact with H2SO4 Media
J. Bouhattate1, X. Feaugas1, and S. Frappart12
1Laboratoire d’Etudes des Matériaux en Milieux Agressifs, Université de La Rochelle, La Rochelle, France
2V&M France, CEV, Aulnoye-Aymeries, France
MEMS and Microfluidics I
Wednesday, October 14, 16:15 - 17:45
Analog to Digital Microfluidic Converter
R. Dufour 1, C. Wu1, F. Bendriaa1, V. Thomy1, and V. Senez1
1BioMEMS Group, IEMN, University of Lille Nord de France, Villeneuve d’Ascq, France
Contactless Excitation of MEMS Resonant Sensors by Electromagnetic Driving
M. Baù1, V. Ferrari1, and D. Marioli1
1Department of Electronics for Automation, University of Brescia, Brescia, Italy
Control of Rolling Direction for Released Strained Wrinkled Nanomembrane
P. Cendula1, S. Kiravittaya1, J. Gabel1, and O.G. Schmidt1
1Institute for Integrative Nanosciences, Dresden, Germany
Droplet Generation by means of a Two-Fluid Probe
B.P. Cahill1, M. Quade1, G. Gastrock1, K. Lemke1, J. Metze1, and D. Beckmann1
1Institut für Bioprozess und Analysenmesstechnik e.V., Rosenhof, Heilbad Heiligenstadt, Germany
Multiphysics Modeling of a Micro Valve
F. Bircher1 and P. Marmet1
1Institute of Print Technology, Bern University of Applied Sciences, Burgdorf, Switzerland
Thickness Optimization of a Piezoelectric Converter for Energy Harvesting
M. Guizzetti1, V. Ferrari1, D. Marioli1, and T. Zawada2
1Dept. of Electronics for Automation, University of Brescia, Brescia, Italy
2Meggitt, Ferroperm Piezoceramics A/S, Kvistgaard, Denmark
Fluid Dynamics
Wednesday, October 14, 16:15 - 17:45
3-D COMSOL Analysis of Extruder Dies
E. Solomon1
1Arcada University of Applied Sciences, Espoo, Finland
Helical Coil Flow: a Case Study
M. Cozzini1
1Renewable Energies and Environmental Technologies Research Unit, Fondazione Bruno Kessler, Povo, TN, Italy
Helium Two-Phase Flow in a Thermosiphon Open Loop
B. Baudouy1 and F. Visentin1
1CEA, Irfu, SACM, Gif-sur-Yvette, France
Laminar Thermal Mixing in Coating Flows
A. Haas1, M. Scholle1, A. Aksel1, H.M. Thompson2, R.W. Hewson2, and P.H. Gaskell2
1Department of Applied Mechanics and Fluid Dynamics, University of Bayreuth, Bayreuth, Germany
2School of Mechanical Engineering, University of Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom
Modelling of Viscous Fingering
E. Holzbecher1
1Georg-August University, Göttingen, Germany
On The COMSOL Software Ability on Studying Transition Flows for Low Prandtl Number Fluids
H. Jamai1, A. Elamari1, M. El Ganaoui2, F.S. Oueslati1, B.Pateyron 2, and H. Sammouda3
1LETTM, Département of physics, F.S.T, Tunisie
2SPCTS UMR CNRS, Faculte of Sciences, Limoges, France
3ESST-H., Sousse, Tunisie
Transient Simulation of a Naturally Ventilated Façade in Mediterranean Climate
C. Balocco1
1Dipartimento di Energetica “Sergio Stecco”, Università degli Studi di Firenze, Firenze, Italy
Thursday, October 15
Bioscience and Bioengineering I
Thursday, October 15, 11:00 - 12:30
3-D Finite Element Modeling of Brain Edema Initial Studies on Intracranial Pressure Using COMSOL Multiphysics
X.G. Li1, H. von Holst12, J. Ho1, and S. Kleiven1
1Division of Neuronic Engineering, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden
2Department of Clinical Neuroscience, Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden
Growth and Remodelling of Intracranial Saccular Aneurysms
A. Di Carlo1, V. Sansalone2, A. Tatone3, and V. Varano1
1Modelling and Simulation Lab, Università Roma Tre, Roma, Italy
2Laboratoire de Mécanique Physique, Université Paris Est, Paris, France
3DISAT, Università degli Studi dell’Aquila, L'Aquila, Italy
Image-Based Simulation of Electrical Impedance Techniques Applied on the Human Thorax for Cardio-Pulmonary Applications
F.K. Hermans1, R.M. Heethaar1, R.T. Cotton2, and A. Harkara2
1VU University Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
2Simpleware Ltd., Exeter, United Kingdom
Numerical Simulation of the Functional Electromagnetic Stimulation of the Human Femoral Bone Using COMSOL
Y. Haba1, W. Kröger2, H. Ewald2, R. Souffrant1, W. Mittelmeier1, and R. Bader1
1Biomechanics and Implant Technology Research Laboratory, Department of Orthopaedics, University of Rostock, Rostock, Germany
2Institute of General Electrical Engineering, University of Rostock, Rostock, Germany
Numerical Simulations Demonstrate Safe Vitrification and Warmming of Embryos Using the Rapid-I™ Device
B.O.J. Johansson12, Y.A. Tarakanov1, H.J. Lehmann2, and S.P. Apell1
1Department of Applied Physics, Chalmers University of Technology, Gothenburg, Sweden
2Vitrolife Sweden AB, Västra Frölunda, Sweden
Passive and Active Deformation Processes of 3D Fibre-Reinforced Caricatures of Cardiovascular Tissues
A. Di Carlo1, P. Nardinocchi2, T. Svaton3, and L. Teresi1
1Modelling and Simulation Lab, Università Roma Tre, Roma, Italy
2Dept. of Structural & Geotechnical Engineering, Università di Roma "La Sapienza", Roma, Italy
3Dept. of Mathematics, University of West Bohemia, Pilsen, Czech Republic
Using COMSOL Multiphysics for Biomechanical Analysis of Stent Technology in Cerebral Aneurysms
J. Rasmussen1, M.S. Enevoldsen1, J. Thyregod2, and K-A. Henneberg1
1Department of Electrical Engineering, Technical University of Denmark, Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark
2COOK Medical Europe, Bjaeverskov, Denmark
Earth Science and Porous Media Flow I
Thursday, October 15, 11:00 - 12:30
Benchmark Calculations with COMSOL of the Transport of Radionuclides through Clay and Bentonite Barriers in a Geological Repository
M.L. Sentís1, F. Altorfer1, M. Herfort1, A. Jakob2, G. Kosakowski2, and S. Friedel3
1Swiss Federal Nuclear Safety Inspectorate, Villigen, Switzerland
2Paul Scherrer Institute, Villigen, Switzerland
3COMSOL Multiphysics GmbH, Zürich, Switzerland
Modeling Soil Water Dynamics with Time-Variable Soil Hydraulic Properties
A. Schwen1, G. Bodner2, A. Schnepf3, D. Leitner3, G. Kammerer1, and W. Loiskandl1
1Institute of Hydraulics and Rural Water Management, Univ. Natural Resour. Appl. Life Sci., BOKU, Wien, Austria
2Institute of Agronomy and Plant Breeding, Univ. Natural Resour. Appl. Life Sci., BOKU, Wien, Austria
3Institute of Soil Science, Univ. Natural Resour. Appl. Life Sci., BOKU, Wien, Austria
Modelling of Usage of Air Injection Well in Geothermal Systems
X. Ma1 and J. Grabe1
1Institude for Geotechnics and Construction Management, Hamburg University of Technology, Hamburg, Germany
Simulation of Incompressible Navier-Stokes Flow through Rhombohedric Pores
R. Viola13, F. Zama2, M.Tuller3, and E. Mesini1
1DICMA, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
2Dep. of Mathematics, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
3Dep. of Soil, Water, and Environmental Science, University of Arizona, Arizona, USA
Using COMSOL for the Transport Modelling of Some Special Cases in Bentonite Buffer in a Final Repository for Spent Nuclear Fuel
M. Olin1, V-M. Pulkkanen1, A. Seppälä1, T. Saario1, A. Itälä1, M. Tanhua-Tyrkkö1, and M. Liukkonen1
1VTT, Technical Research Centre of Finland, Espoo, Finland
MEMS and Microfluidics II
Thursday, October 15, 11:00 - 12:30
A Modular Platform for Cell Characterization, Handling and Sorting by Dielectrophoresis
S. Burgarella1, B. Dell’Anna2, V. Perna1, G. Zarola2, and S. Merlo2
1STMicroelectronics, Agrate Brianza, MI, Italy
2Dipartimento di Elettronica, Università degli Studi di Pavia, Pavia, Italy
Finite Element Modeling for Mechanical Behavior of Silicon Diaphragms Using COMSOL Multiphysics
J. Ren1, M. Ward1, Peter Kinnell2, and Russell Cradock2
1School of Mechanical Engineering, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom
2GE Druck Limited, Fir Tree Lane, Leicester, United Kingdom
FSI Analysis of Microcantilevers Vibrating in a Fluid Environment
A. Ricci1 and E. Giuri1
1Materials and Microsystems Laboratory (CHI-Lab), Politecnico di Torino, Torino, Italy
Mathematical Modeling of Zig-Zag Traveling-Wave Electro-Osmotic Micropumps
J. Hrdlicka1, P. Cervenka1, M. Pribyl1, and D. Snita1
1Department of Chemical Engineering, Institute of Chemical Technology Prague, Prague, Czech Republic
Particle Flow Control by Magnetically Induced Dynamics of Particle Interactions
F. Wittbracht1, A. Weddemann1, A. Auge1, and A. Hütten1
1Department of Physics, Thin Films and Physics of Nanostructures, Bielefeld University, Bielefeld, Germany
Simulation Bubble Nucleation and Bubble Growth of a Thermal-Bubble Microejector
Z. Hongwei1 and A.M. Gué1
1Laboratoire d’Analyse et d’Architecture de Systèmes, Université de Toulouse, Toulouse, France
Reaction Engineering and Reactor Design
Thursday, October 15, 11:00 - 12:30
Acid-Base Reactions Enhancing Membrane Separation: Model Development and Implementation
C. Bayer1, S. Stiefel1, M. Follmann1, and T. Melin1
1AVT Chemical Process Engineering, RWTH Aachen University, Aachen, Germany
Coupling Miscible Flow and Geochemistry for Carbon Dioxide Flooding into North Sea Chalk Reservoir
B. Niu1, W. Yan1, A.A. Shapiro1, and E.H. Stenby1
1Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering, Technical University of Denmark, Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark
Fundamental Three Dimensional Modeling and Parameter Estimation of a Diesel Oxidation Catalyst for Heavy Duty Trucks
A. Holmqvist1 and C.U.I. Odenbrand1
1Department of Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, LTH, Lund University, Lund, Sweden
Model Development and Implementation of a Membrane Shift Reactor
J. Völler1, M. Follmann1, C. Bayer1, and T. Melin
1AVT Chemical Process Engineering, RWTH Aachen University, Aachen, Germany
Providing an Entry Length in Heterogeneous Catalytic Reactors with Fast Diffusion
D. Dalle Nogare1 and P. Canu1
1Department of Chemical Engineering Principles and Practice, University of Padova, Padova, Italy
Bioscience and Bioengineering II
Thursday, October 15, 14:00 - 15:30
A Finite Element Model for The Axon of Nervous Cells
S. Elia1, P. Lamberti1, and V. Tucci1
1Dept. of Electrical and Information Engineering, University of Salerno, Salerno, Italy
Biosimulation of Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus Using COMSOL Multiphysics
K. Shahim1, J-M. Drezet1, J-F. Molinari2, S. Momjian3, and R. Sinkus4
1LSMX, Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, Lausanne, Switzerland
2LSMS, Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, Lausanne, Switzerland
3University Hospitals of Geneva and University of Geneva, Switzerland
4Waves and Acoustics Laboratory, ESPCI, Paris, France
COMSOL Multiphysics as a Tool for Reducing Animals in Biomedical Research: an Application in Dermatology
F. Rossi1 and R. Pini1
1Istituto di Fisica Applicata “Nello Carrara”, Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche, Firenze, Italy
Inlay Fixed Partial Denture Framework 3-D Structural Integrity Validation Using COMSOL Multiphysics 3.5a
T.M.R. Alho1
1Department of Electrical Engineering and Automation, University of Vaasa, Vaasa, Finland
Modelling of Thermally Induced Electrical Instabilities in Intestine Using COMSOL Multiphysics
A. Gizzi13, C. Cherubini12, S. Migliori13, and S. Filippi12
1Nonlinear Physics and Mathematical Modeling Lab, Engineering Faculty, University Campus Bio-Medico, Roma, Italy
2International Center for Relativistic Astrophysics, University of Rome "La Sapienza", Roma, Italy
3Alberto Sordi Foundation, Research Institute on Aging, Roma, Italy
Numerical Validation of the Efficiency of Dual-Frequency Radiofrequency Ablation
A. Candeo1 and F. Dughiero1
1Department Electrical Engineering, University of Padova, Padova, Italy
Simulation of Transport of Lipophilic Compounds in Complex Cell Geometry
Q.A. Chaudhry1, M. Hanke1, and R. Morgenstern2
1School of Computer Science and Communication, Royal Institute of Technology, Stockholm, Sweden
2Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
Earth Science and Porous Media Flow II
Thursday, October 15, 14:00 - 15:30
A Finite Element Test of the 2002-2003 Etna Eruption
F. Pulvirenti12, M. Aloisi1, G. De Guidi2, M. Mattia1, and C. Monaco2
1Istituto Nazionale di Geofisica e Vulcanologia, Sezione di Catania, Catania, Italy
2Dipartimento di Scienze Geologiche, Università di Catania, Catania, Italy
A New Approach to Simulation and Upscaling of Single-Phase Flow through Vuggy Carbonates
M. Pal1
1Shell International Exploration and Production B.V., Rijswijk, The Netherlands
Computation of the Longitudinal Dispersion Coefficient in an Adsorbing Porous Medium Using Homogenization
A. Rijnks1, M. Darwish2, and H. Bruining3
1StatoilHydro ASA, Bergen, Norway
2Shell Exploration & Production International Centre, Rijswijk, The Netherlands
3Section of Geoengineering, Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geosciences, TU Delft, Delft, The Netherlands
Elastoplastic Models of the Interaction between Active Fronts of the Southern Alps and Dinarides (NE Italy and NW Slovenia).
M. Coccia1, E. Carminati1, F. Rolandone2, M. Battaglia1, D. Zuliani3, and P. Fabris3
1Università "La Sapienza", Roma, Italy
2Université "Pierre et Marie Curie", Paris, France
3Centro Ricerche Sismologiche, Udine, Italy
Simulated Annealing and Genetic Algorithm Optimization Using COMSOL Multiphysics: Applications to the Analysis of Ground Deformation in Active Volcanic Areas
A. Manconi1, P. Tizzani12, G. Zeni1, S. Pepe1, and G. Solaro12
1IREA, CNR, Napoli, Italy
2INGV, Osservatorio Vesuviano, Napoli, Italy
Acoustics I
Thursday, October 15, 14:00 - 15:30
Accuracy of Fully Coupled Loudspeaker Simulation Using COMSOL
M. Hedges12 and Y.W. Lam1
1Acoustics Research Centre, School of Computing, Science & Engineering, University of Salford, Salford, United Kingdom
2Monitor Audio Ltd., Rayleigh, Essex, United Kingdom
Optimization of an Acoustic Waveguide for Professional Audio Applications
M. Cobianchi1 and R. Magalotti1
1 B&C Speakers S.p.a., Bagno a Ripoli, FI, Italia
Simulation and Evaluation of Small High-Frequency Side-Scan Sonars Using COMSOL
J. Jonsson1, E. Edqvist1, H. Kratz1, M. Almqvist2, and G. Thornell1
1Ångström Space Technology Centre, Uppsala University, Uppsala, Sweden
2Department of Measurement Technology and Industrial Electrical Engineering, Lund University, Lund, Sweden
Study of an Electroacoustic Absorber
A-S. Moreau1, H. Lissek1, and R. Boulandet1
1EPFL-STI-IEL-LEMA, Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, Lausanne, Switzerland
The Acoustoelastic Effect: EMAT Excitation and Reception of Lamb Waves in Pre-Stressed Metal Sheets
R.M.G. Ferrari1
1Danieli Automation S.p.A., Buttrio, UD, Italy
Process and Chemical Engineering
Thursday, October 15, 14:00 - 15:30
Finite Element Model of a Complex Glass Forming Process as a Tool for Control Optimization
F. Sawo1 and T. Bernard1
1Fraunhofer Institute for Information and Data Processing IITB, Karlsruhe, Germany
Model of Heat and Mass Transfer with Moving Boundary during Roasting of Meat in Convection-Oven
A.H. Feyissa1, J. Adler-Nissen1, and K.V. Gernaey2
1Food Production Engineering, National Food Institute, Technical University of Denmark, Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark
2Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering, Technical University of Denmark, Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark
Modelling Waste Water Flow in Hollow Fibre Filters
I. Borsi1 and A. Fasano1
1Dipartimento di Matematica “U. Dini”, Università di Firenze, Firenze, Italy
Transport Phenomena and Shrinkage Modeling during Convective Drying of Vegetables
S. Curcio1 and M. Aversa1
1Department of Engineering Modeling, University of Calabria, Arcavacata di Rende, CS, Italy
Materials Science, Nanotechnology & Semiconductor Devices
Thursday, October 15, 14:00 - 15:30
3D Electro-Thermal Study for Reliability of Automative Power Vertical MOSFET Using COMSOL Multiphysics
T. Azoui1, S. Verde12, J.B. Sauveplane1, and P. Tounsi1
1LAAS-CNRS, Toulouse, France
2Department of Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering, University of Naples “Federico II”, Naples, Italy
A Consistent Environment for the Numerical Prediction of the Properties of Composite Materials
J. Schumacher1, P. Fideu2, G. Ziegmann1, and A. Herrmann3
1TU Clausthal-Institute of Polymere Materials and Plastic Engineering, Clausthal-Zellerfeld, Germany
2CTC GmbH Stade, Stade, Germany
3Faserinstitut Bremen e.V., Bremen, Germany
Chip Drop after Silver Sintering Process
M.H. Poech1, M. Weiß1, and K. Gruber1
1Fraunhofer Institute for Silicon Technology, Itzehoe, Germany
Simulating the Influence of the Nozzle Diameter on the Shape of Micro Geometries Generated with Jet Electrochemical Machining
A. Schubert12, M. Hackert1, and G. Meichsner2
1Chair Micromanufacturing Technology, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Chemnitz University of Technology, Chemnitz, Germany
2Fraunhofer Institute for Machine Tools and Forming Technology, Chemnitz, Germany
Study of Artificial Molecular Engines Action through COMSOL Multiphysics Program
L. Moro1, F. Lugli1, and F. Zerbetto1
1Department of Chemistry “G. Ciamician”, Università di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
Electromagnetics and Optics I
Thursday, October 15, 15:45 - 17:15
Detection of Magnetic Particles by Magnetoresistive Sensors
A. Weddemann1, A. Auge1, F. Wittbracht1, C. Albon1, and A. Hütten1
1Department of Physics, Thin Films and Physics of Nanostructures, Bielefeld University, Bielefeld, Germany
Failure Modes of Underground MV Cables: Electrical and Thermal Modelling
P.A. Wallace1, M. Alsharif1, D.M. Hepburn1, and C. Zhou1
1Department of Energy Systems Engineering, Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow, United Kingdom
Fast 2D Simulation of Superconductors: a Multiscale Approach
V.M. Rodriguez-Zermeno1, M.P. Sørensen1, N.F. Pedersen2, N. Mijatovic2, and A.B. Abrahamsen3
1DTU Mathematics, Lyngby, Denmark
2DTU Electrical Engineering, Lyngby, Denmark
3Materials Research Division, Risø, DTU, Roskilde, Denmark
Guided Wave in Engineering Structures Using Non-Contact Electromagnetic Acoustic Transducers – A Numerical Approach for the Technique Optimization
S. Soua1, A. Raude1, and T-H. Gan1
1NDT Technology Group, TWI Ltd, Cambridge, United Kingdom
High Magnetic Fields for Science and Technology, Assisted by Advanced Finite-Element Simulations
A. Sytcheva1 and T. Herrmannsdörfer1
1Hochfeld-Magnetlabor Dresden, Forschungszentrum Dresden-Rossendorf, Dresden, Germany
Permanent Magnet Arrangement for Low-Field NMR
C. Horch1, S. Schlayer1, and F. Stallmach1
1Faculty of Physics and Earth Sciences, University of Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany
Earth Science and Porous Media Flow III
Thursday, October 15, 15:45 - 17:15
Numerical Simulation of Granular Solids' Behaviour: Interaction with Gas
A. Zugliano1, R. Artoni2, A. Santomaso2, and A. Primavera1
1Danieli & C. Officine Meccaniche S.p.a., Buttrio, UD, Italy
2DIPIC, Università di Padova, Padova, Italy
Safe Storage Parameters during CO2 Injection Using Coupled Reservoir-Geomechanical Analysis
T.I. Bjørnarå1, E. Aker1, and E. Skurtveit1
1NGI, Oslo, Norway
State of Stress of Subducting Slabs from Viscoelastic Plane Strain Numerical Modelling
E. Carminati1 and P. Petricca1
1Dipartimento di Scienze della Terra, Università di Roma “La Sapienza”, Roma, Italy
Variation of the Frost Boundary below Road and Railway Embankments in Permafrost Regions in Response to Solar Irradiation and Winds
N.I. Kömle1 and W. Feng2
1Space Research Institute, Austrian Academy of Sciences, Graz, Austria
2State Key Laboratory of Frozen Soil Engineering, Cold and Arid Regions Environmental and Engineering Research Institute, Lanzhou, China
Acoustics II
Thursday, October 15, 15:45 - 17:15
A Novel FEM Method for Predicting Thermoacoustic Combustion Instability
G. Campa1 and S.M. Camporeale1
1DIMEG, Politecnico di Bari, Bari, Italy
An Acoustical Finite Element Model of Perforated Elements
P. Bonfiglio12 and F. Pompoli12
1Materiacustica S.r.l., Ferrara, Italy
2Engineering Department, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy
Analysis of Sound Propagation in Lined Ducts by means of a Finite Element Model.
D. Borelli1 and C. Schenone1
1DIPTEM, University of Genova, Genova, Italy
On the Numerical Modeling of Elastic Resonant Acoustic Scatterers
V. Romero-García1, A. Krynkin2, J.V. Sánchez-Pérez1, S. Castiñeira-Ibáñez3, and L.M. Garcia-Raffi4
1Centro de Tecnologías Físicas Acústica, Universidad Politécnica de Valencia, Valencia, Spain
2School of Computing, Science & Engineering, University of Salford, Salford, United Kingdom
3Depto. Física Aplicada, Universidad Politécnica de Valencia, Valencia, Spain
4Instituto Universitario de Matemática Pura y Aplicada, Universidad Politécnica de Valencia, Valencia, Spain
Sound Field Modeling in Architectural Acoustics Using a Diffusion Equation Based Model
N. Fortin1, J. Picaut2, A. Billon3, V. Valeau4, and A. Sakout1
1University of La Rochelle, La Rochelle, France
2Laboratoire Central des Ponts et Chaussées, Route de Bouaye, France
3University of Liège, Liège, France
4University of Poitiers, Poitiers, France
Towards a Finite Element Calculation of Acoustical Amplitudes in HID Lamps
B. Baumann1, M. Wolff1, J. Hirsch2, P. Antonis2, S. Bhosle3, and R. Valdivia Barrientos4
1Hamburg University of Applied Sciences, Hamburg, Germany
2Philips Lighting, Eindhoven, The Netherlands
3LAPLACE, Université de Toulouse and CNRS, Toulouse, France
4National Institute of Nuclear Research, Salazar, Ocoyoacac, Mexico
Transport Phenomena
Thursday, October 15, 15:45 - 17:15
A Preliminary Approach to the Neutronics of the Molten Salt Reactor by means of COMSOL Multiphysics
V. Memoli1, A. Cammi1, V. Di Marcello1, and L. Luzzi1
1Nuclear Engineering Division, Department of Energy, Politecnico di Milano, Milano, Italy
Bio-Effluents Tracing in Ventilated Aircraft Cabins
G. Petrone1, L. Cammarata1, and G. Cammarata1
1Department of Industrial and Mechanical Engineering, University of Catania, Catania, Italy
Hydrogen Vehicle Leak Modelling in Indoor Ventilated Environments
A. Hallgarth1, A. Zayer1, A. Gatward2, and J. Davies2
1Hazard Research & Risk Consultants Ltd, Aberystwyth, Wales, United Kingdom
2Independent Consultants, United Kingdom
Measuring and Calculation of Corona Currents Using COMSOL Multiphysics
M. Quast1 and N.R. Lalic1
1Gunytronic GmbH, St Valentin, Germany
Plasma Physics, EHD and MHD
Thursday, October 15, 15:45 - 17:15
3D Modelling of Microwave Plasma Using Funer Model
O. Geoffroy1 and H. Rouch1
1INOPRO, Villard de Lans, France
A Magnetohydrodynamic Study of a Inductive MHD Generator
A. Montisci1 and R. Pintus1
1Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy
Cascades of Secondary Particles in High Voltage Accelerators
M. Cavenago1, P. Antonini13, P. Veltri2, N. Pilan2, V. Antoni2, and G. Serianni2
1INFN-LNL, Legnaro, Padova, Italy
2Consorzio RFX, Padova, Italy: 3Centro Ric. E. Fermi, Roma, Italy
Modeling of an Dielectric Barrier Discharge for the Treatment of VOC
L. Braci1, S. Ognier1, and S. Cavadias1
1Laboratoire de Génie des Procédés Plasmas et Traitements de Surfaces, Ecole Nationale Supérieure de Chimie de Paris, University Pierre et Marie Curie, Paris, France
Negative Ion Beams and Secondary Beams
M. Cavenago1, P. Veltri2, E. Gazza2, G. Serianni2, and P. Agostinetti2
1INFN-LNL, Legnaro, Padova, Italy
2Consorzio RFX, Padova, Italy
Numerical Modelling of a Free-Burning Arc in Argon. A Tool for Understanding the Optical Mirage Effect in a TIG Welding Device
J-M. Bauchire1, E. Langlois-Bertrand1, and C. de Izarra1
1GREMI, CNRS, Université d’Orléans, Orléans, France
Friday, October 16
Heat Transfer and Thermo-Mechanics II
Friday, October 16, 08:30 - 10:00
3D Simulation of the Thermal Response Test in a U-tube Borehole Heat Exchanger
L. Schiavi1
1Dipartimento di Ingegneria Industriale, Università di Parma, Parma, Italy
Hyperbolic Heat Transfer Equation for Radiofrequency Heating: Comparison between Analytical and COMSOL Solutions
V. Romero-García1, M. Trujillo2, M.J. Rivera2, J.A. López Molina2, and E.J. Berjano3
1Centro de Tecnologías Físicas Acústica, Universidad Politécnica de Valencia, Valencia, Spain
2Dpto. Matemática Aplicada, Instituto Universitario de Matemática Pura y Aplicada, Universidad Politécnica de Valencia, Valencia, Spain
3Institute for Research and Innovation on Bioengineering, Universidad Politécnica de Valencia, Valencia, Spain
Local Conduction Heat Transfer in U-pipe Borehole Heat Exchangers
J. Acuna1 and B. Palm1
1Department of Energy Technology, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden
Multiphase, Dual Polymer Injection Molding and Cooling of an Open Cavity to Form both Distinct and Graduated Material Properties within a Complex Three-Dimensional Body
M.S. Yeoman1
1Continuum Blue Ltd, Forest Row, United Kingdom
Thermal Simulation and Package Investigation of Wireless Gas Sensors Microsystems
A. Paoli1, L. Seminara2, D.D. Caviglia1, A. Garibbo2, and M. Valle1
1Department of Biophysical and Electronic Engineering, University of Genova, Genova, Italy
2SELEX Communications S.p.A., Genova, Italy
Fundamental Studies, Optimization & Numerical Methods I
Friday, October 16, 08:30 - 10:00
An Investigation of Mesh Moving Methods for Simulating the Deformation of Incompressible Fluid Bodies
M. Edstorp1
1Production Technology Centre, University West, Trollhättan, Sweden
Including Expert Knowledge in Finite Element Models by means of Fuzzy Based Parameter Estimation
O. Krol1, N. Weiss1, F. Sawo1, and T. Bernard1
1Fraunhofer Institute for Information and Data Processing, Karlsruhe, Germany
Multi-Objective Optimization of a Ball Grid Array Using modeFRONTIER and COMSOL Multiphysics
H. Strandberg1, T. Makkonen2, and J. Leinvuo2
1ESTECO Nordic AB, Lund, Sweden
2VTI Technologies Oy, Vantaa, Finland
Electromagnetics and Optics II
Friday, October 16, 08:30 - 10:00
A Model for High Temperature Inductive Heating
S.A. Halvorsen1
1Teknova AS, Kristiansand, Norway
An All-Purpose Full-Vectorial Finite Element Model for Arbitrarily Shaped Crossed-Gratings
G. Demésy1, F. Zolla1, A. Nicolet1, and M. Commandré1
1Institut Fresnel, Université Aix-Marseille III, École Centrale de Marseille, France
Analysis of Electromagnetic Propagation for Evaluating the Dimensions of a Large Lossy Medium
A. Pellegrini1 and F. Costa1
1ALTRAN Italia, Pisa, Italy
Definition of Optimization Problem for Electromagnetic Linear Actuator
P. Piskur1, W. Tarnowski1, and K. Just1
1Koszalin Technical University, Koszalin, Poland
Inductance of Magnetic Plated Wires as a Function of Frequency and Plating Thickness
T. Graf1, O. Schälli1, A. Furrer1, and P. Marty1
1Technik und Architektur, Hochschule Luzern, Horw, Switzerland
Structural Mechanics & Fluid-Structure Interaction I
Friday, October 16, 08:30 - 10:00
A Numerical Study for Rubber Particles Collection Involved in New Thermoforming Composite Process Using COMSOL Multiphysics
R. Carbone1, V. Antonelli23, A. Langella1, and R. Marissen3
1Material and Production Engineering Department, Università degli Studi di Napoli “Federico II”, Napoli, Italy
2Institute of Lightweight Structures, Technische Universität München, München, Germany
3Design and Production of Composite Structure, Delft University of Technology, Delft, The Netherlands
Calculus of the Elastic Properties of a Beam Cross-Section
A. Genoese1, A. Genoese1, and G. Garcea1
1Dipartimento di Modellistica per l'Ingegneria, Università della Calabria, Arcavacata di Rende, CS, Italy
Dynamic Crack Propagation in Fiber Reinforced Composites
C. Caruso1, P. Lonetti1, and A. Manna1
1Department of Structural Engineering, University of Calabria, Arcavacata di Rende, CS, Italy
Energy Transformation Damping
G.S. Mulder1
1Leiden, The Netherlands
Handling Tessellated Free Shape Objects with a Morphing Mesh Procedure in COMSOL Multiphysics
P. Franciosa1 and S. Gerbino2
1Faculty of Engineering, University of Naples "Federico II", Napoli, Italy
2Faculty of Engineering, University of Molise, Campobasso, Italy
Modeling the Internal Pressure Distribution of a Fuel Cell
P.A. Koski1 and M.S. Mikkola1
1Department of Applied Physics, Helsinki University of Technology, Espoo, Finland
Simulation of a Modular Die Stamp for Micro Impact Extrusion
A. Schubert12, R. Pohl1, and M. Hackert1
1Chair Micromanufacturing Technology, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Chemnitz University of Technology, Chemnitz, Germany
2Fraunhofer Institute for Machine Tools and Forming Technology, Chemnitz, Germany
Education
Friday, October 16, 08:30 - 10:00
The Use of COMSOL in Teaching Heat and Moisture Transport Modeling in Building Constructions
A.W.M. van Schijndel1 and H.L. Schellen1
1Eindhoven University of Technology, Eindhoven, The Netherlands
Understanding “Mutual Inductance” Using COMSOL Multiphysics
H.A. Ghali1 and H.A. Rahman1
1Electrical Engineering Department British University in Egypt “BUE”, El Sherouk City, Egypt
Use of COMSOL as an Educational Tool through its Application to Ground Water Pollution
A. Modaressi-Farahmand-Razavi1
1MSS-Mat Laboratory, CNRS, Ecole Centrale Paris, Châtenay Malabry, France
Virtual Experiments: Numerical Computations as a Powerful Tool for Engineers
P. Schmitz1, A. Cockx2, S. Geoffroy3, and J. Gunther1
1Biochemical Engineering Dpt., Institut National des Sciences Appliquées de Toulouse, Toulouse, France
2Chemical Engineering Dpt., Institut National des Sciences Appliquées de Toulouse, Toulouse, France
3Mechanical Engineering Dpt., Institut National des Sciences Appliquées de Toulouse, Toulouse, France
Heat Transfer and Thermo-Mechanics III
Friday, October 16, 10:30 - 12:00
COMSOL Multiphysics as a Tool to Increase Safety in the Handling of Acetylene Cylinders Involved in Fires
F. Ferrero1, M. Beckmann-Kluge1, and K. Holtappels1
1BAM Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing Division II.1 “Gases, Gas Plants”, Berlin, Germany
Effects of Film Thickness on the Transient Conjugate Optical-Thermal Fields in Thin Films Irradiated by Moving Sources in Back and Front Treatment
N. Bianco1, O. Manca2, S.Nardini2, and D. Ricci2
1DETEC, Università degli Studi di Napoli "Federico II", Napoli, Italy
2DIAM, Seconda Università degli Studi di Napoli, Aversa, CE, Italy
Numerical Evaluation of Long-Term Performance of Borehole Heat Exchanger Fields
A. Priarone1, S. Lazzari1, and E. Zanchini1
1Dipartimento di Ingegneria Energetica, Nucleare e del Controllo Ambientale, Alma Mater Studiorum - Università di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
Numerical Modeling of Resistance Welding Process in Joining of Thermoplastic Composite Materials Using COMSOL Multiphysics
R. Carbone1 and A. Langella1
1Material and Production Engineering Department, Università degli Studi di Napoli “Federico II”, Napoli, Italy
Fundamental Studies, Optimization & Numerical Methods II
Friday, October 16, 10:30 - 12:00
Chaotic Behavior of the Airflow in a Ventilated Room
A.W.M. van Schijndel1
1Eindhoven University of Technology, Eindhoven, The Netherlands
Linear LS Parameter Estimation of Nonlinear Distribute Finite Element Models
E. Sparacino1, D. Madeo1, and C. Mocenni1
1Dipartimento di Ingegneria dell’Informazione, Università di Siena, Siena, Italy
Second Order Drift Forces on "Offshore" Wave Energy Converters
L. Martinelli1, A. Lamberti1, and P. Ruol2
1DISTART Idraulica, Università di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
2IMAGE, Università di Padova, Padova, Italy
Electromagnetics and Optics III
Friday, October 16, 10:30 - 12:00
A Study of Laser Doppler Anemometer Using COMSOL Multiphysics
I. Lancranjan1 and C. Gavrila2
1Advanced Study Centre, National Institute for Aerospace Research “Elie Carafoli”, Bucharest, Romania
2Technical University of Civil Engineering Bucharest, Bucharest, Romania
Screening Effects in Probing the Electric Double Layer by Scanning Electrochemical Potential Microscopy (SECPM)
R.F. Hamou1, P.U. Biedermann1, A. Erbe1, and M. Rohwerder1
1Max-Planck-Institut für Eisenforschung GmbH, Düsseldorf, Germany
Simulating Superconductors in AC Environment: Two Complementary COMSOL Models
R. Brambilla1 and F. Grilli2
1ENEA - Ricerca sul Sistema Elettrico S.p.A., Milano, Italy
2Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, Karlsruhe, Germany
Temperature Distribution in High Voltage Dummy Cable
G.Y. Sun1, O. Sekula1, and C. Albanbauer1
1Brugg Kabel AG, Brugg, Switzerland
The Optical Properties of a Truncated Spherical Cavity Embedded in Gold
A. Pors1, O. Albrektsen2, S.I. Bozhevolnyi2, and M. Willatzen1
1Mads Clausen Institute, University of Southern Denmark, Sønderborg, Denmark
2Institute of Sensors, Signals and Electrotechnics, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
Structural Mechanics & Fluid-Structure Interaction II
Friday, October 16, 10:30 - 12:00
Dynamical Properties of Semi-Discrete Structural Interfaces
M. Brun1, S. Guenneau 2, and A.B. Movchan2
1Sardinian Laboratory of Computational Materials Science, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy
2University of Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom
Fatigue Damage Evaluation on Mechanical Components under Multiaxial Loadings
R. Tovo1 and S. Capetta1
1Dipartimento di Ingegneria, Università degli Studi di Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy
Mathematical Model of Blood Flow in the Carotid Bifurcation
E. Muraca1, V. Gramigna1, and G. Fragomeni1
1Department of Experimental Medicine and Clinic, Magna Graecia University of Catanzaro, Catanzaro, Italy
Multibody Contact Analysis of an Rzeppa CV-Joint
L. Armellin1, F. Gatelli1, and G. Tanghetti1
1R&D Department, Metelli S.p.A., Cologne, BS, Italy
Numerical and Experimental Study of a Concentrated Indentation Force on Polymer Matrix Composites
V. Antonucci12, M. Esposito1, R. Marzella2, and M. Giordano12
1Institute for Composite and Biomedical Materials, CNR, Portici, NA, Italy
2Imast, Portici, NA, Italy
Numerical Implementation of the Deformation of Drying Shrinkage of the Cement-Based Materials: Effect of Micro Structure - Cauchy's Approach or Second Gradient Approach?
J. Jeong1, H. Ramézani2 and Farid Benboudjema3
1Ecole Spéciale des Travaux Publics, du Bâtiment et de l'industrie, Cachan, France
2CNRS-CRMD, Ecole Polytechnique de l'Université d'Orléans, Orléans, France
3Laboratoire de Mécanique de Technologie (LMT)-ENS de Cachan-France, France
The Full-System Approach for Elastohydrodynamic Lubrication
N. Fillot1, T. Doki-Thonon1, and W. Habchi2
1CNRS, INSA, Université de Lyon, Lyon, France
2Department of Industrial and Mechanical Engineering, Lebanese American University, Byblos, Lebanon
Multiphysics
Friday, October 16, 10:30 - 12:00
A Multi-Physics Framework for the Geometric Optimization of a Diaphragm Electrostatic Micropump
E. Bertarelli1, R. Ardito1, E. Bianchi1, K. Laganà1, A. Corigliano1, G. Dubini1, and R. Contro1
1Department of Structural Engineering, Politecnico di Milano, Milano, Italy
Inductive FEA - Benchmark Optimization
J. Feigenblum1, D. Perrier1, Y. Mocellin1, and E. Roland2
1ROCTOOL, Savoie Technolac, Le Bourget du Lac, France
2Laboratoire SIMAP, Bâtiment EPM, St Martin d’Hères, France
Level Set Method for Fully Thermal-Mechanical Coupled Simulations of Filling in Micro-Injection Molding Process
M. Moguedet1, R. Le Goff1, P. Namy2, and Y. Béreaux3
1Pôle Européen de Plasturgie, Bellignat, France
2SIMTEC, Grenoble, France
3INSA de Lyon, Site de Plasturgie, Bellignat, France
Multiphysics Modelling of Food Dehydration during RF Exposure
R. Renshaw1
1e2v Ltd., Essex, United Kingdom
Quench Propagation in 1-D and 2-D Models of Stabilized High Current Superconductors
G. Volpini1
1LASA Lab., Milan Dept., Istituto Nazionale di Fisica Nucleare, Milano, Italy

Poster Sessions

Acoustics
Finite Element Modeling of Ultrasonic Transducers for Polymer Characterization
S. De Paolis1, F. Lionetto1, and A. Maffezzoli1
1Department of Innovation Engineering, University of Salento, Lecce, Italy
Bioscience and Bioengineering
Design and Simulation of a Microscale Magnetophoretic Device for the Separation of Nucleated Fetal Red Blood Cells from Maternal Blood
G. Schiavone1, D.M. Kavanagh2, and M.P.Y Desmulliez2
1Politecnico di Torino, Torino, Italy
2MIcroSystems Engineering Centre, School of Engineering & Physical Sciences, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Impedance Spectroscopy and Cell Constant of the Electrodes for Deep Brain Stimulation
E. Vinter1, S. Petersen1, J. Gimsa2, and U. van Rienen1
1Institute of General Electrical Engineering, University of Rostock, Rostock, Germany
2Institute of Biology, University of Rostock, Rostock, Germany
Microstimulation in the Brain-Does Microdialysis Influence the Activated Volume of Tissue?
D. Krapohl13, S. Loeffler2, A. Moser2, and U.G.Hofmann1
1Institute for Signalprocessing, University of Luebeck, Lübeck, Germany
2Institute for Neurology, University of Luebeck, Lübeck, Germany
3Department of Information Technology and Media, Mid Sweden University, Sundsvall, Sweden
Modeling Interface Response in Cellular Adhesion
G. Megali1, D. Pellicanò1, M. Cacciola1, F. Calarco1, D. De Carlo1, F. Laganà1, and F.C. Morabito1
1DIMET Department, Faculty of Engineering, University “Mediterranea” of Reggio Calabria, Reggio Calabria, Italy
Modeling the Behavior of Phased Arrays in Brain Tissue: Application to Deep Brain Stimulation
V. Valente1, A. Demosthenous1, and R. Bayford2
1Department of Electronic & Electrical Engineering, University College London, London, United Kingdom
2Department of Natural Sciences, Middlesex University, London, United Kingdom
Thin Membrane Modelling for the Electrical Stimulation of Auditory Nerve
A. Grünbaum1, S. Petersen1, H.W. Pau2, and U. van Rienen1
1IEF funded by DFG Research Training Group 1505/1 Welisa, University of Rostock, Rostock, Germany
2Otolaryngology “Otto Körner”, University of Rostock, Rostock, Germany
Earth Science
A Simplified Model for the Evolution of a Geothermal Field
L. Meacci1, A. Farina1, F. Rosso1, I. Borsi1, M. Ceseri1, and A. Speranza1
1Dipartimento di Matematica "U. Dini", Università degli Studi di Firenze, Firenze, Italy
An Extension of Lauwerier’s Solution for Heat Flow in Saturated Porous Media
S. Saeid1 and F.B.J. Barends2
1Technical University of Delft, Delft, The Netherlands
2Deltares and TU-Delft, Delft, The Netherlands
Feasibility of COMSOL Coupling to a Reservoir Simulator: Electro-Hydromechanical Model
I.I. Bogdanov1, J.A. Torres1, K. El Ganaoui1, and A.M. Kamp1
1Open and Experimental Center for Heavy Oil, University of Pau, Pau, France
Hydro-Mechanical Coupling in Saturated and Unsaturated Soils and its Consequences on the Electrical Behaviour
G. Della Vecchia1, R. Cosentini1, S. Foti1, and G. Musso1
1DISTR, Politecnico di Torino, Torino, Italy
Modeling Contaminant Diffusion in Highly Complex Rock Structures
N. Diaz1, A. Jakob1, L. Van Loon1, and D. Grolimund2
1Paul Sherrer Institut NES/LES, Villigen PSI, Switzerland
2Paul Sherrer Institut NES/SLS, Villigen PSI, Switzerland
Modeling with COMSOL the Interaction between Subducting Plates and Mantle Flow
J. Rodríguez-González1, A.M. Negredo1, P. Petricca2, and E. Carminati23
1Departamento de Geofísica y Meteorología, Facultad de CC. Físicas, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Madrid, Spain
2Dipartimento di Scienze della Terra, Università di Roma “La Sapienza”, Roma, Italy
3Istituto Geologia Ambientale e Geoingegneria – CNR, Roma, Italy
Electromagnetics
Calculating Power Loss of Contactless Power Transmission Systems with Ferrite Components
S. Hanf1 and D. Kürschner1
1Institut für Automation und Kommunikation Magdeburg, Magdeburg, Germany
Developing New Sensor Geometries Using COMSOL Multiphysics
M. Quast1 and N.R. Lalic1
1Gunytronic GmbH, St Valentin, Germany
Static and Dynamic Simulation of an Electromagnetic Valve Actuator Using COMSOL Multiphysics
R. Wislati1 and H. Haase1
1Institut für Grundlagen der Elektrotechnik und Messtechnik, Leibniz Universität Hannover, Hannover, Germany
Fluid Dynamics
Assessment of COMSOL Capabilities to Analyse the Thermo-Hydrodynamic Behaviour of the MSR Core
A. Cammi1, V. Di Marcello1, C. Fiorina1, and L. Luzzi1
1Nuclear Engineering Division, Department of Energy, Politecnico di Milano, Milano, Italy
CFD Analysis of Loss Of Vacuum Accident for Safety Application in Experimental Fusion Reactor Facility
C. Bellecci1, P. Gaudio1, I. Lupelli1, A. Malizia1, M.T. Porfiri2, R. Quaranta1, and M. Richetta1
1EURATOM, Faculty of Engineering, University of Rome “Tor Vergata”, Roma, Italy
2ENEA Nuclear Fusion Tecnologies, Frascati, Roma, Italy
Gravity-Driven Film Flow: Design of Bottom Topography
C. Heining1 and N. Aksel1
1Applied Mechanics and Fluid Dynamics, University of Bayreuth, Bayreuth, Germany
Modelling Thermal Time-of-Flight Sensor for Flow Velocity Measurement
O. Ecin1, E. Engelien2, M. Malek2, R. Viga2, B. Hosticka1, and A. Grabmaier2
1Institut of Mikroelektronische Systeme, University Duisburg-Essen, Duisburg, Germany
2Institut of Elektronische Bauelemente und Schaltungen, University Duisburg-Essen, Duisburg, Germany
Tilted Micro Air Jet for Flow Control
J. Malapert1, R. Yahiaoui1, R. Zeggari1, and J-F. Manceau1
1Institut Femto-St, Université de Franche-Comté Besançon, France
Towards a Model for Simulating Driving Rain on an Inclined Roof during Wind Gusts and Heavy Rain Intensity
A.W.M. van Schijndel1
1Eindhoven University of Technology, Eindhoven, The Netherlands
Fuel Cells and Electrochemistry
A Fully Coupled Three-Dimensional Dynamic Model of Polymeric Membranes for Fuel Cells
P. Alotto1, M. Guarnieri1, and F. Moro1
1Dipartimento di Ingegneria Elettrica, Università di Padova, Padova, Italy
Fundamental Studies and Optimization and Numerical Methods
Application of System Identification Methods to Implement COMSOL Models into External Simulation Environments
A.W.M. van Schijndel1 and M. Gontikaki1
1Eindhoven University of Technology, Eindhoven, The Netherlands
Control of Systems Modeled by COMSOL Multiphysics as Distributed Parameter Systems
G. Hulkó1, C. Belavý1, P. Bucek1, K. Ondrejkovic1, and P. Zajícek1
1Institute of Automation, Measurement and Applied Informatics of Slovak University of Technology, Bratislava, Slovak Republic
Equation-Based Modelling: True Large Strain, Large Displacement and Anand's Plasticity Model with the COMSOL Deformed Mesh Module
O. Toscanelli1, V. Colla1, and M. Vannucci1
1Scuola Superiore S. Anna, Pontedera, PI, Italy
Numerical Study of an LTD Stirling Engine with Porous Regenerator
N. Martaj1
1Universitè de Paris, Paris, France
On the Formation of a Sticking Layer On the Bearing during Thin-Section Aluminium Extrusion
X. Ma1, M.B. de Rooij2, and D.J. Schipper2
1Materials Innovation Institute, Enschede, The Netherlands
2University of Twente, Enschede, The Netherlands
Optimization of Bending-Type Ultrasonic Transducers with Rotational Symmetry Using COMSOL Multiphysics
M. Jungwirth1 and M. Rabl1
1Wels School of Engineering, Upper Austria University of Applied Sciences, Wels, Austria
Prototyping with COMSOL Multiphysics
M. Quast1 and N.R. Lalic1
1Gunytronic GmbH, St Valentin, Germany
Solving Distributed Optimal Control Problems for the Unsteady Burgers Equation in COMSOL Multiphysics
Fikriye Yilmaz1 and Bülent Karasözen2
1Department of Mathematics, Gazi University, Ankara, Turkey
2Department of Mathematics and Institute of Applied Mathematics, Middle East Technical University, Ankara, Turkey
Heat Transfer and Thermo-Mechanics
Analysis of Infrared (IR) Signature of a Ship Operating in MIR and FIR Bands
A. Pellegrini1, A. Beucci1, and F. Costa1
1ALTRAN Italia, Pisa, Italy
Bobbin Tool FSW - A Moving Geometry Model
J. Hilgert1, H. Schmidt2, and J. dos Santos1
1GKSS Forschungszentrum GmbH, Geesthacht, Germany
2Danmarks Tekniske Universitet, Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark
Effect of Thickness on Transient Heat Conduction in Solids Irradiated by a Moving Heat Source with Surface Heat Losses
N. Bianco1, O. Manca2, S. Nardini2, and S. Tamburrino2
1DETEC, Università degli Studi di Napoli "Federico II", Napoli, Italy
2DIAM, Seconda Università degli Studi di Napoli, Aversa, CE, Italy
Inverse Analysis for HTC Identification
F. Tondini1, P. Bosetti1, and S. Bruschi1
1DIMS, University of Trento, Trento, Italy
Modelling of Melt Cast Cooling and Solidification Processes for Explosives
P. Lamy-Bracq1 and C. Coulouarn1
1Nexter Munitions, Tarbes, France
Thermal and Electrostatic Analyses of One Dimensional CFC Diagnostic Calorimeter for SPIDER Beam Characterisation
M. De Muri12, M. Dalla Palma1, P. Veltri1, A. Rizzolo1, N. Pomaro1, and G. Serianni1
1Consorzio RFX, Euratom-ENEA Association, Padova, Italy
2Dipartimento di Ingegneria Elettrica, Padova University, Padova, Italy
Thermal Deformation of an Ultra-Stable Optical Reference Cavity for Space Applications
J.A. Ospina1 and E. Canuto1
1Politecnico di Torino, Torino, Italy
Materials Science and Nanotechnology
Mobility of Catalytic Self-Propelled Nanorods. Modeling with COMSOL Multiphysics.
F. Lugli1 and F. Zerbetto1
1Department of Chemistry “G. Ciamician”, Università di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
Modeling of Micro/Macro Densification Phenomena of Cu Powder during Capacitor Discharge Sintering
G. Maizza1 and A. Tassinari1
1Dipartimento di Scienza dei Materiali ed Ingegneria Chimica, Politecnico di Torino, Torino, Italy
Modelling of SiC Chemical Vapour Infiltration Process (CVI) Assisted by Microwave Heating
G. Maizza1 and M. Longhin1
1Dipartimento di Scienza dei Materiali ed Ingegneria Chimica, Politecnico di Torino, Torino, Italy
Oxidation of Metallic Nanoparticles
A. Auge1, A. Weddemann1, F. Wittbracht1, B. Vogel1, and A. Hütten1
1Department of Physics, Thin Films and Physics of Nanostructures, Bielefeld University, Bielefeld, Germany
Reaction and Diffusion Phenomena in Technical Steel Samples
M. Auinger1 and M. Rohwerder1
1Max-Planck-Institut für Eisenforschung GmbH, Duesseldorf, Germany
Simulation of a Heated Tool System for Jet Electrochemical Machining
M. Hackert1, G. Meichsner2, and A. Schubert12
1Chair Micromanufacturing Technology, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Chemnitz University of Technology, Chemnitz, Germany
2Fraunhofer Institute for Machine Tools and Forming Technology, Chemnitz, Germany
Simulation of Daisy Chain Flip-Chip Interconnections
G.S. Durante1 and M. Fretz1
1CSEM Zentralschweiz, Alpnach Dorf, Switzerland
MEMS and Microfluidics
Dynamic Observation of Magnetic Particles in Continuous Flow Devices by Tunneling Magnetoresistance Sensors
A. Weddemann1, A. Auge1, F. Wittbracht1, C. Albon1, and A. Hütten1
1Department of Physics, Thin Films and Physics of Nanostructures, Bielefeld University, Bielefeld, Germany
Electromechanical Model for a CMUT Membrane with Large Displacements
O. Arbey1, M. Berthillier1, and J. Lardiès1
1Département de Mécanique Appliquée, Université de Franche-Comté, Besançon, France
High Coupling Factor Piezoelectric Materials for Bending Actuators: Analytical and Finite Elements Modeling Results
I.A. Ivan1, M. Rakotondrabe1, and N. Chaillet1
1FEMTO-ST Institute, University of Franche-Comte, Besançon, France
Multiphysics
Numerical Simulation of Pulsed TIG Welding. Partial and Full Penetration
A. Traidia12, F. Roger1, and E. Guyot2
1Ecole Nationale Supérieure de Techniques Avancées, Palaiseau, France
2AREVA NP, Centre Technique Soudage, France
Optics
A Study of Optical Sensor Based on Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) Using COMSOL Multiphysics
C. Gavrila1 and I. Lancranjan2
1Technical University of Civil Engineering Bucharest, Bucharest, Romania
2Advanced Study Centre, National Institute for Aerospace Research “Elie Carafoli”, Bucharest, Romania
Modeling Mechanical Deformation and Optical Waveguiding Properties of Ion-Implanted Diamond
F. Bosia1, P. Olivero2, and E. Vittone2
1Dipartimento di Fisica Teorica, Università di Torino, Torino, Italy
2Dipartimento di Fisica Sperimentale, Università di Torino, Torino, Italy
Plasma Physics and EHD and MHD
Simulation of a Corona Plasma Ball Assuming Kaptzovs Assumption
M. Quast1 and N.R. Lalic1
1Gunytronic GmbH, St Valentin, Germany
Streamer Propagation in Point-to-Plane Geometry
M. Quast1 and N.R. Lalic1
1Gunytronic GmbH, St Valentin, Germany
Porous Media Flow
Radionuclide Transport through Different Routes near a Deposition Hole for Spent Nuclear Fuel
V-M.S. Pulkkanen1
1VTT, Technical Research Centre of Finland, Espoo, Finland
Underground Coal Fire Extinction Model Using Coupled Reactive Heat and Mass Transfer Model in Porous Media
S. Suhendra1, M. Schmidt1, and U. Krause1
1Laboratory II.2: “Flammable Bulk Materials and Dusts, Solid Fuels”, Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing, Berlin, Germany
Process and Chemical Engineering
Fluid Flow and Heat Transfer Characteristics in a Stirred Cell System for Crude Oil Fouling Tests
M. Yang1, A. Young1, and B. Crittenden1
1Department of Chemical Engineering University of Bath, Bath, United Kingdom
High Temperature Process Simulation: an Example in Crystal Growth
H. Rouch1 and O. Geoffroy1
1INOPRO, Villard de Lans, France
Modelling of Heat and Mass Transfer in Food Products
1M.B. Andreasen
1Danish Technological Institute, Aarhus C, Denmark
Reaction Engineering and Reactor Design
Two-Dimensional Modelling of a Non-Isothermal PROX Reactor with Water Cooling for Fuel Cell Applications
H. Beyer1, B. Schönbrod1, C. Siegel1, M. Steffen1, and A. Heinzel12
1Zentrum für BrennstoffzellenTechnik GmbH, Duisburg, Germany
2Institut für Energie und Umweltverfahrenstechnik, University of Duisburg-Essen, Duisburg, Germany
Structural Mechanics
Punch Design for Uniaxial Forging Process of γ-TiAl Using COMSOL Multiphysics
R. Cagliero1 and G. Maizza1
1Dipartimento di Scienza dei Materiali ed Ingegneria Chimica, Politecnico di Torino, Torino, Italy
Transport Phenomena
Fluid Flow Simulation of Preconcentration Membranes Using Finite Elements Tools
R. Inglés1, J. Pallares2, J.L. Ramirez1, and E. Llobet1
1Dept. of Electronic, Electrical and Automatic Control Engineering, Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Tarragona, Spain
2Department of Mechanical Engineering School of Chemical Engineering Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Tarragona, Spain
Large Scale Outdoor Flammable & Toxic Gas Dispersion Modelling in Industrial Environments
A. Hallgarth1, A. Zayer1, A. Gatward2, and J. Davies2
1Hazard Research & Risk Consultants Ltd, Aberystwyth, Wales, United Kingdom
2Independent Consultants, United Kingdom
Modeling of High-Temperature Ceramic Membranes for Oxygen Separation
J.M. Gozálvez-Zafrilla1, J.M. Serra2, and A. Santafé-Moros1
1Chemical and Nuclear Engineering Depart., Universidad Politécnica de Valencia, Valencia, Spain
2Instituto de Tecnología Química, Valencia, Spain
Modeling of Silicon Transport into Germanium Using a Simplified Crystal Growth Technique
F. Mechighel13, B. Pateyron1, M. El Ganaoui1, S. Dost2, and M. Kadja3
11Laboratory SPCTS UMR CNRS, ENSCI, Limoges University, Limoges, France
2Crystal Growth Laboratory, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Victoria, British Columbia, Victoria, Canada
3Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Constantine, Constantine, Algeria
Thermofluidynamic Modelling of Hydrogen Absorption and Desorption in a LaNi4.8Al0.2 Hydride Bed
D. Baldissin1 and D. Lombardo1
1Compumat S.r.l., Torino, Italy
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