Learning How to Use JMAG

Are you interested in JMAG, but don’t know where to start?
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“Learning how to use JMAG” is an introductory guide that will take you through a step-by-step process on how to start and use JMAG for the first time. Follow the program to learn the operations, the concept of modeling and to deal with problems.
A must-see for those who want to use JMAG!

Learning How to Use JMAG

Program

Basic Curriculum

How-To (1) Basic Operations and the Concept of Modeling

Start by using the tutorial; Self Learning System (SLS) to study the operations and analysis flow in JMAG.
Refer to the key points in each procedure which describes the concept of “why the settings are set the way they are” in modeling.

Objective:
get used to JMAG operations and learn the process and concept of analysis
How:
actually run operations in JMAG
Content:
Self Learning System
Refer to the table below to select the one similar to what you want to analyze.
Estimated time:
half day

Case Study Steps to Study
Motor PM Motor > 2D Analysis Up to STEP 11
PM Motor > 3D Analysis Up to STEP 8
Induction Motor Up to STEP 8
Transformer Transformer > Transformer Analysis Up to STEP 8
Linear Actuator Solenoid Valve Up to STEP 7 or STEP 11
Induction Heating Induction Heating Up to STEP 16
Sensor Sensor Up to STEP 7
Wireless Power Transfer Wireless Power Transfer Up to STEP 9
NOTE
  • STEP 1 of SLS is about creating the geometry. If you are using CAD models, start from STEP 2.
  • The program can also be started from the Windows menu. Click the Windows button, and select [JMAG-Designer] > [Self Learning System].
Advanced Curriculum

How-To (2) Working on your own assignments

Once you get to know the basic operations in JMAG, you can start working on your own assignments.
JMAG has substantial technical material for use in finding solutions.
Refer to them when you are not sure about the concept of modeling or when using new functions.
We hope you will find them useful in finding solutions.

Objective:
create your own analysis model
How:
depends on the content used
Content:
Estimated time:
a few days

The JMAG Application Catalog
Learn how to create models for each of your objectives using applications.
The Application Catalog is a collection of JMAG analysis examples.

The Application Note (explanations) and model data are provided.
The concept of condition settings is described in detail in the Application Note.

E.g.) How is the time interval determined?
  ・What should the number of divisions around the circumference be?
  ・What kind of settings are required to account for eddy current?

Find one that is similar to what you are working on and use it as a reference to create an analysis model.

  • How to view the catalog
    Select [Help] > [Application Catalog] in the JMAG-Designer menu bar.
    JMAG Website:click here
  • How to search for JAC
    Search from [Applications] or [Evaluationitems].
NOTE
  • A license ID (or User ID) and password are required to obtain this data. Check with your administrator for the license ID and password.
Learning function operations with the “Self Learning System”

The Self Learning System explains more than just basic analysis. The procedures for parametric analysis and optimization and loss analysis are also provided.

Topics Steps to Study
Parametric Analysis PM Motor > 2D Analysis From STEP 12
optimization PM Motor > 2D Analysis From STEP 17
Structural Analysis PM Motor > Structural Analysis
Thermal Analysis Transformer > Thermal Analysis
Loss Analysis Transformer > Loss Analysis
JMAG-RT PM Motor > Control Circuit Simulation

Troubleshooting

Extra Edition What to do when you have problems

As you study the program, you may come across things you don’t understand or have doubts about. If you do, take a look at the following contents. They may be helpful.

Instruction manuals for all JMAG functions. Help includes script descriptions. Search condition names or terms that you don’t understand how to use.
To view help: Select [Help] under [Help] in the JMAG-Designer menu bar.

Technical FAQ Frequently asked questions are available on our website.

Documents describing how to operate each function in JMAG. Reference manuals and model data are provided as a set.
Try the various JMAG functions.

Technical support from how to use JMAG, evaluating results, to applying designs are provided.
Applications are also accepted from the website, phone, or email.

Other Documents

Documents and services in addition to those introduced in the program are available.
Make use of the following contents and try out new functions.