Magnetic Simulation of a Thermomagnetic Motor Based on an Analytic Model

In this study, we present an analytical model for predicting the magnetic properties and optimization of thermomagnetic devices using mathematical models. The 3D analytical magnetic model is firstly validated by the dipole model and confirmed through experimentation, enabling to accurately estimate the magnetization of the used magnet. The stray field induced by the permanent magnet over the lateral surface of the rotor is computed. Then, the resultant force and torque are derived allowing to estimate the exact number of ferromagnetic active material required and their angular gap.