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Heat transfer module + optimization module

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Hello to everybody,

I am not an expert in Comsol and I would like to know if it's possible to make this performance:

I want to make a simple transient thermal problem and compare it with experimental data.
I only have measures in one point of my geometry. I suppose a heat flux by convection, with h modelled by h = A+B*T.

My goal is to obtain A and B so that simulation results in that point are close the experimental data (minimize the "distance").

My question is: Is possible to make this simulation using Comsol? Maybe with the optimization module?

I've read both opinions: optimization module can or can't be used in transient problems.
If somebody confirm me if it is or isn't possible, I won't waste time.
I use Comsol 3.5a

I look forward to receiving your answers.

Thank you in advance.
Best regards.


2 Replies Last Post 04.09.2012, 14:29 GMT-4
Jeff Hiller COMSOL Employee

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Posted: 1 decade ago 04.09.2012, 14:13 GMT-4
Hello John,
Time-dependent optimization has been available in the Optimization Module starting at version 4.3; see www.comsol.com/products/4.3/#optimization
Best,
Jeff
Hello John, Time-dependent optimization has been available in the Optimization Module starting at version 4.3; see http://www.comsol.com/products/4.3/#optimization Best, Jeff

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Posted: 1 decade ago 04.09.2012, 14:29 GMT-4
Thank you for your fast reply
Thank you for your fast reply

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