Rim anodizing

QuickField simulation example

A steel rim is placed in the electrolytic bath for anodizing.

Engineering question
How to find current distribution during rim anodizing

Engineering answer
Set up a 3D QuickField DC Conduction problem for a rim anodizing process and evaluate current distribution from computed field results.

Typical applications
electrolytic anodizing systems, rim surface treatment setups, electrochemical processing baths

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Problem Type
3D problem of DC conduction.

Geometry

Given
Electrolyte electric conductivity σ = 0.3 S/m.
Voltage ΔV = 100 V.

Task
Determine the current distribution.

Result
Electric current density distribution in a tank:

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