General Blog Posts
Surrogate Models for Faster Simulations and Apps
Get a brief introduction on how to create data-driven surrogate models in the COMSOL Multiphysics® software. Then, explore how they can be used to enhance app interactivity.
Pi on a String: An Interactive App to Estimate Pi
Math in motion: Here, we explore how a simple app of a pendulum can be used to calculate pi.
Simulating the Acoustics of an Open-Plan Office Space
Open-plan offices offer a collaborative workspace, however, they also allow for noise distractions. To improve the acoustical conditions of these spaces, engineers can turn to simulation.
Minimizing the Charging Time of a Battery
This blog post investigates the relationship between charging time and battery longevity for a lithium-ion battery using the Optimization Module in COMSOL Multiphysics.
Modeling Ultrafast Heat Transfer with COMSOL Multiphysics®
Let’s explore how to implement the most common non-Fourier heat transfer models in COMSOL Multiphysics.
Faster Simulation with NVIDIA GPU Support for COMSOL Multiphysics®
With GPU-accelerated NVIDIA cuDSS, COMSOL Multiphysics can solve large, sparse systems much faster, turning what were once overnight computations into simulations that finish within hours.
Multiphysics Modeling and Standalone Simulation Apps Drive Innovation
See why your organization should consider making the latest version of COMSOL Multiphysics® part of your R&D workflow.
How Reliable Is Your Resistor?
Get an introduction to 4 of the study types in the Uncertainty Quantification Module, including screening, sensitivity, propagation, and reliability, in the context of designing a resistor.
Optimization of Heat Exchangers
Developing heat exchangers is a difficult task due to their design and manufacturing costs. Explore how shape and topology optimization can be used to help.
Using the Chatbot Window in COMSOL Multiphysics®
COMSOL Multiphysics® version 6.3 introduced the Chatbot window. Explore a few examples that demonstrate how this functionality can serve as a helpful modeling assistant.
5 Real-World Examples of Modeling and Simulation for Food Safety
Consumer confidence in food safety reached a record low in 2024, making it important for companies to guarantee the safety of their products. Find out how modeling and simulation can help.
How to Use Job Sequences to Save Data After Solving Your Model
This how-to blog post is for those who want to automate common tasks after solving a model. Learn how to use job sequences here.
How to Export Images Automatically After Solving Your Model
Did you know that COMSOL Multiphysics® can automatically export results images and animations after your model solves? Get the details here.
How to Import Images and Loft a Solid
Say you want to model an irregular shape, like a human head. How do you set up the geometry? Here, we go over how to do just that by importing images and lofting a solid.
Modeling and Simulation Predictions for 2025
What will 2025 bring in terms of modeling and simulation? Read 3 of our predictions in this blog post.
Solving Delay Differential Equations to Model…Marmots?
As of COMSOL Multiphysics® version 6.3, it’s possible to model delay differential equations. Explore this functionality in the context of a whimsical example.
Tracking Eigenmodes over Parametric Sweeps
In this blog post, we explore how to easily identify, sort, and group eigenmodes across many parameter cases when performing a mode analysis.
Estimating Pi Using the Monte Carlo Method and Particle Tracing
We take a popular way to estimate the value of pi, the Monte Carlo method, and add particle tracing simulation to the process for a fun way to visualize the results.
Adding Information to Materials in User-Defined Material Libraries
Want to add information to materials in user-defined material libraries? Learn how to do so in 6 steps here.
New Course on Building Simulation Apps with the Application Builder
Interested in building simulation apps? Then our new, 8-part Learning Center course is for you! Explore an overview of the course here.
Design and Customization of Composite Materials Using a Simulation App
Homogenization can be used for the design of versatile materials. Here, we introduce a simulation app that can be used for composite material design and material homogenization.
New Course on Building Geometry in COMSOL Multiphysics®
Explore an overview of our Learning Center course on building both simple and complex geometries in COMSOL Multiphysics®.
Introduction to the Composite Materials Module
Explore the Composite Materials Module, an add-on to COMSOL Multiphysics® that includes specialized functionality for modeling layered composite structures.
Maximizing Eigenfrequencies with Shape and Topology Optimization
Mechanical resonance can cause fatigue problems in machines. See how to mitigate unwanted resonance with shape and topology optimization.
