ERMES: A nodal-based finite element code for electromagnetic simulations in frequency domain
In this work we present a new finite element code in frequency domain called ERMES. The novelty of this computational tool rests on the formulation behind it. ERMES is the C++ implementation of a simplified version of the weighted regularized Maxwell equation method. This finite element formulation has the advantage of producing well-conditioned matrices and the capacity of solving problems in the low (quasi-static) and high frequency regimens. As a consequence of this versatility, ERMES has been applied successfully to microwave engineering, antenna design, electromagnetic compatibility and eddy currents problems. This paper describes the main features of ERMES and explains how to use this numerical tool for computing electromagnetic fields in frequency domain. (C) 2013 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.
weighted regularized maxwell equations computational electromagnetics electrostatics and electromagnetics (10) finite element analysis (02.70.dh) time-harmonic fields nodal elements