The finite element method (FEM) is essentially very complex math used by engineers to reduce the number of prototypes and virtual experiments necessary to create a successful design. In previous […]
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How the Finite Element Analysis Is Advancing Nanotechnology
The finite element analysis (FEA) is leading to major breakthroughs in nanotechnology, and having a huge impact on a number of industries spanning electronics, material science, quantum science, engineering, and […]
Why are Photonics Researchers Embracing FEM?
The Finite Element Method (FEM) is a popular tool used by engineers to reduce the number of prototypes and virtual experiments necessary to create a successful design. It uses complex […]
What Method Should Photonics Engineers Use for Optical Simulations?
Photonics engineers rely on optical simulations for their designs. Depending on the optical size of their model geometry, they need to choose the best method for performing these simulations, according […]
Finite Element Method Used to Create Light-Weight Reinforced Plastic for Cleaner Transportation
Researchers from Tokyo University of Science have developed a new design method that could lead to lighter, faster, and cleaner vehicles and airplanes. Their technique, published in Composite Structures, simultaneously […]
A Breakdown of the Finite Element Analysis
Engineers are increasingly embracing computer simulations to test the structural integrity of their prototypes. These computer simulations are based on the finite element method (FEM) and finite element analysis (FEA), […]
Tunable “Metalens” is a Breakthrough in Photonics
MIT engineers recently designed a tunable “metalens” that can zero in on objects at multiple depths. The lens, constructed from a transparent “phase-changing” material capable of rearranging its atomic structure […]
Photonics Researchers Use Finite Element Method to Make Breakthroughs in 2020
In 2020, photonics researchers used the finite element method (FEM) to make a number of exciting discoveries in the field of optics. As discussed in a previous post, FEM is […]
How the Finite Element Method Can Reduce Thermal Stress in High-Power Diode-Lasers
The majority of medical, scientific, and industrial applications utilize high-power diode-lasers (HPDLs). Due to the common use of HPDLs, it’s more important than ever to prevent optical and physical malfunctions […]
How the Finite Element Method (FEM) Enhances Optical Lens Design and Analysis
Optical lenses are vital components to the manufacturing and labeling of goods. For example, optical lenses are found in electronic devices like smartphones and laptops. They’re also used to make […]