COMSOL Learning Center

Building Geometry Using COMSOL Multiphysics^®

Get an introduction to building geometry using COMSOL Multiphysics^®.

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Defining Multiphysics Models

Learn about the different approaches for defining the physics for a multiphysics model.

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Getting Started with Building Simulation Apps

Get an introduction to the Application Builder and how to develop simulation apps of your models.

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Getting Started with Electro-Thermal-Mechanical Modeling

Get an introduction to the software and learn how to model Joule heating and thermal expansion.

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Getting Started with Modeling Computational Fluid Dynamics

Get an introduction to modeling CFD using the COMSOL Multiphysics^® software.

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Getting Started with Optical Scattering Modeling

Get an introduction to the software and learn how to model optical scattering.

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Getting Started with COMSOL Multiphysics^®

Learn how to get started with COMSOL Multiphysics^® through a series of self-guided tutorial videos and supplementary content.

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How to Navigate the COMSOL Multiphysics^® User Interface

Learn how to use the user interface in COMSOL Multiphysics^® in this 8-part, self-guided course.

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Introduction to Modeling Resistive and Capacitive Devices

Learn how to model resistive and capacitive devices.

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Introduction to Nonequilibrium Plasma Modeling

Learn how to model plasma systems.

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Introduction to Semiconductor Modeling

Learn how to model semiconductor devices.

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Introduction to Surrogate Modeling

Your guide to surrogate modeling in COMSOL Multiphysics^® and the Uncertainty Quantification Module.

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Introduction to Uncertainty Quantification

Use COMSOL Multiphysics^® and the Uncertainty Quantification Module to perform various UQ studies.

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Modeling Electric Motors with COMSOL Multiphysics^®

Learn how to model motors, starting with the basics in 2D and progressing to advanced 3D simulation.

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Modeling Electromagnetic Coils

Learn how to build models of electromagnetic coils.

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Modeling Magnetohydrodynamic Flow

Get an overview of the different topics covered in our Modeling Magnetohydrodynamic Flow course.

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Modeling Pressure Acoustics

Learn the fundamentals of, and specialized physics features for, modeling pressure acoustics.

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Modeling Speaker Drivers in COMSOL Multiphysics^®

Learn about modeling speaker drivers.

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Modeling with Partial Differential Equations in COMSOL Multiphysics^®

Learn how to model partial differential equations in COMSOL Multiphysics^®.

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Performing Optimization in COMSOL Multiphysics^®

Your guide to optimization in COMSOL Multiphysics^® and the Optimization Module.

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Surrogate Modeling Theory

Learn the theory behind various surrogate models.

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Using Swept Meshes for Model Geometries

Get an introduction to swept meshing and learn how to build a swept mesh.

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Applying Translations, Scaling, Reflection, and Rotation via the Deformed Geometry and Moving Mesh Interfaces

Learn how to apply translations, scaling, reflection, and rotation in COMSOL Multiphysics^®.

Basics of Building and Compiling Simulation Apps

Learn the basics of how to create a simulation app and compile it.

Basics of Modeling Laminar Flow in COMSOL Multiphysics^®

Get an introduction to modeling laminar flow using COMSOL Multiphysics^®.

Basics of Modeling Turbulent Flow in COMSOL Multiphysics^®

Get a comprehensive introduction to turbulent flow modeling in COMSOL Multiphysics^®.

Building Simulation Applications with LiveLink™ for SOLIDWORKS^®

Get an introduction to building a COMSOL Multiphysics^® simulation app using LiveLink™ for SOLIDWORKS^®.

Computing Space and Time Integrals

Learn about computing integrals over space or time.

Copying and Reusing Boundary Mode Analysis Results

Learn how to copy and reuse boundary mode analysis results for models with multiple modes of interest.

Coupling Physics Between Model Components for Multiphysics Models

Learn how to couple physics between model components to simulate multiphysics.

Electro-Thermal-Mechanical Workflow and CAD Import

Learn how to set up and compute the electric currents for an electro-thermo-mechanical problem.

Evaluating Results and Introducing Nonlinearities in a Current-Driven Model

Learn how to evaluate results and define nonlinear material properties.

Examples of the General Extrusion Operator

Learn how to use the General Extrusion operator when modeling in COMSOL Multiphysics^®.

Examples of the General Projection Operator

See examples of using the General Projection operator in your multiphysics models.

Examples of the withsol Operator

Learn how to use the withsol operator in COMSOL Multiphysics^®.

FEM and Equivalent-Circuit Modeling of a Thin-Film BAW Resonator

Learn about modeling an FBAR using the FEM and equivalent-circuit modeling in COMSOL^®.

Fitting the Debye Dispersion Model to Experimental Data

Learn how to fit a Debye dispersion model to experimental data in COMSOL Multiphysics^®.

Geometry and Mesh Setup for Modeling Regions of Infinite Extent

Learn how to set up the geometry and mesh for models with infinite domains.

Geometry Concepts and Nomenclature in COMSOL Multiphysics^®

Learn the terminology used for various geometries in COMSOL Multiphysics^®.

Handling Complex-Valued Numbers and Problems in the Frequency Domain

Learn about the formulation used when solving time-harmonic problems in the frequency domain.

Homogenization of Material Properties

Get an in-depth look at how to perform homogenization of material properties with COMSOL^®.

How to Create 2D Geometry from Cross Sections of 3D Designs

See the capabilities of COMSOL^® for creating 2D cross-sectional geometries of 3D designs.

How to Estimate the Number of Degrees of Freedom in a Model

Learn how to estimate the number of degrees of freedom (DOFs) in a COMSOL Multiphysics® model.

How to Expand 2D Designs to 3D Geometry

Learn how to expand 2D sketches to 3D in the COMSOL Multiphysics^® software.

How to Install the COMSOL License Manager

This guide offers instructions for setting up the COMSOL License Manager for use with COMSOL Multiphysics^®.

How to Install COMSOL Multiphysics^®

This quick guide offers setup instructions for installing COMSOL Multiphysics^®.

How to Partition and Split Geometry into Separate Parts

Learn how to partition geometries in COMSOL Multiphysics^® and explore the benefits of doing so.

How to Perform a Distributed Parametric Sweep in COMSOL Multiphysics^®

Learn how to avoid limited speedup on a cluster with simultaneous tasks.

How to Reduce the Size of Your Model File

Learn how to reduce the size of your COMSOL Multiphysics^® model file.

How to Select Geometry

Learn how to select geometry in your COMSOL Multiphysics^® model.

How to Synchronize Geometry Selections from SOLIDWORKS^® to COMSOL Multiphysics^®

Get an overview of how to use LiveLink™ for SOLIDWORKS^® to transfer materials from SOLIDWORKS^® to COMSOL^®.

How to Synchronize Parameters Between SOLIDWORKS^® and COMSOL Multiphysics^®

See a demonstration of how to synchronize parameters between SOLIDWORKS^® and COMSOL Multiphysics^®.

How to Update Your Current Version of COMSOL Multiphysics^®

Learn how to update your current version of the COMSOL Multiphysics^® software.

Identifying and Selecting Geometric Entities by Index Number

Learn how to identify and select geometric entities for your model by index number.

Importing Topological Data, Meshes, and Images

Learn about importing topological data, meshes, and images in COMSOL Multiphysics^®.

Improving Convergence of Nonlinear Stationary Models

Learn how to improve convergence when solving a nonlinear stationary model in COMSOL Multiphysics^®.

Improving Convergence of Semiconductor Models

Your guide to different techniques for improving convergence when computing semiconductor models.

Integrating Along Streamlines and Extracting Particle Statistics

Learn how to integrate along streamlines and extract particle statistics for your fluid flow models.

Introduction to Conjugate Heat Transfer Modeling in COMSOL Multiphysics^®

Get an introduction to modeling conjugate heat transfer in COMSOL Multiphysics^®.

Introduction to Modeling Biosensors

Learn how to model biosensors with COMSOL Multiphysics^® and the Chemical Reaction Engineering Module.

Introduction to Modeling Periodic Structures

Learn about modeling periodic structures using COMSOL Multiphysics^® with the RF Module and Wave Optics Module.

Introduction to Modeling Porous Media Flow

Get an introduction to modeling flow in porous media using COMSOL Multiphysics^® and the Porous Media Flow Module.

Introduction to Parameter Estimation Studies in COMSOL Multiphysics^®

Learn about parameter estimation studies in COMSOL Multiphysics^®.

Introduction to the Fuel Cell & Electrolyzer Module

Get an introduction to the Fuel Cell & Electrolyzer Module.

Introduction to the Model Manager

Learn how to manage storing your models and model data using the Model Manager.

Introduction to Vacuum System Modeling

Get an introduction to modeling vacuum systems with COMSOL Multiphysics^® and the Molecular Flow Module.

Introduction to LiveLink™ for MATLAB^®

Get an introduction to LiveLink™ for MATLAB^®.

Manually Setting the Scaling of Variables

Learn how to manually set the scaling of variables.

Manually Setting Up the Geometric Multigrid Solver

Learn the steps and use cases for a manual setup of the GMG solver.

Mesh Refinement, CAD Import, and Simulation Apps

Learn how to verify the model via mesh refinement and package it into an app.

Meshing and Solving Pressure Acoustics Models

Learn about resolving the waves in a pressure acoustics model.

Modeling Capacitive Discharge

Learn how to model the discharge of the electrical energy within a capacitor.

Modeling Overview: Acoustic-Structure Interaction

Learn about using COMSOL Multiphysics^® with the Acoustics Module to model acoustics–structure interaction.

Modeling Overview: Antennas

Get an introduction to antenna modeling using COMSOL Multiphysics^® and the RF Module.

Modeling Overview: Battery Design

Get an introduction to the Battery Design Module in COMSOL Multiphysics^®.

Modeling Overview: Chemical Reaction Engineering

Get an introduction to the Chemical Reaction Engineering Module in COMSOL Multiphysics^®.

Modeling Overview: Heat Transfer

Get an introduction to simulating heat transfer using COMSOL Multiphysics^® with a full demonstration.

Modeling Overview: Nondestructive Testing Methods

Learn about simulating nondestructive testing methods using COMSOL Multiphysics^® and the Acoustics Module.

Modeling Overview: Nonlinear Materials

Learn how to model nonlinear materials with the Nonlinear Structural Materials Module and Geomechanics Module.

Modeling Overview: Parameter Estimation

Get an introduction to performing parameter estimation with the Optimization Module, an add-on to COMSOL Multiphysics^®.

Modeling Overview: Particle Tracing for Fluid Flow

Learn how you can model fluid flow with the Particle Tracing Module.

Modeling Overview: Rotordynamics

Get an introduction to modeling rotordynamics with COMSOL Multiphysics^® and the Rotordynamics Module.

Modeling Step Transitions

Learn about using smoothed step functions for modeling step transitions.

Modeling TEM and Quasi-TEM Transmission Lines

Learn how to model TEM and quasi-TEM transmission lines in COMSOL Multiphysics^®.

Modeling with ChatGPT®

Use large language models to generate code for performing model operations in COMSOL Multiphysics^®.

Performing a Mesh Refinement Study and Using Selections and Variables

Learn how to extract data and verify the results of a model via mesh refinement.

Ray Optics Modeling Capabilities Overview

Learn about the features and functionality in the Ray Optics Module in version 5.6.

Reducing the Amount of Solution Data Stored in a Model

Learn how to reduce the amount of solution data stored in your COMSOL Multiphysics^® model file.

Repairing and Improving Imported Meshes from 3D Scans

Learn how to create, repair, and improve imported meshes from 3D scans for your model.

Setting Up and Solving Electromagnetic Heating Problems

Learn how to set up and solve electromagnetic heating problems with high-frequency loads.

Setting Up Chatbot Within COMSOL Multiphysics^®

A quick guide to set up and install the chatbot functionality within COMSOL Multiphysics^®.

Setting Up GPU-Accelerated Computing Within COMSOL Multiphysics^®

A quick guide to set up and verify the CUDA Toolkit installation for GPU-accelerated computing in COMSOL Multiphysics^®.

Simulating Radiation in Semitransparent Media

Learn how to simulate radiation in semitransparent media using COMSOL Multiphysics^® and the Heat Transfer Module.

Solving Transient Models That Have Inconsistent Initial Values

Learn how to resolve inconsistent initial values in time-dependent studies in COMSOL Multiphysics^®.

Structural Contact Modeling Guidelines

An in-depth guide to modeling structural contact in the COMSOL^® software.

Supported File Formats

See the list of supported file formats for COMSOL Multiphysics^® and various add-on products.

Techniques for Creating High-Quality Visualizations of Models

Learn some visualization techniques for creating high-quality model images.

The Basics of Modeling Manufacturing Processes

Learn about modeling manufacturing processes using the COMSOL Multiphysics^® software.

The Basics of the Corrosion Module

Get an introduction to the Corrosion Module in COMSOL Multiphysics^®.

The Usage of Form Union and Form Assembly

Learn about the implications of finalizing a model geometry and learn how to do so.

Tracking Eigenmodes in Parameter Sweeps

Learn how to categorize eigenmodes using the mode overlap integral in COMSOL Multiphysics^®.

Two-Phase Flow Modeling Guidelines

Learn how to model two-phase flow using the level set and phase field approaches.

Understanding and Changing the Element Order

Learn how to understand and change the element order of your multiphysics models.

Understanding Periodic Signals and Their Frequency Content

Get an introduction to periodic signals and learn how to compute their frequency content.

Understanding the Magnetic Insulation Boundary Condition

In this article, we go over the uses of the *Magnetic Insulation* boundary condition in COMSOL Multiphysics^®.

Understanding the Options for Meshing and Geometric Modeling of Conductors in Electromagnetic Fields

Learn about the meshing and geometric modeling of conductors in electromagnetic fields.

Using Lumped Ports and Lumped Elements in Electromagnetic Field Modeling

Learn about using lumped ports when modeling electromagnetic fields with COMSOL Multiphysics^®.

Using Symmetry to Reduce Model Size

Read this article to learn about the advantages of using symmetry to reduce the size of your models.

Using the Inverse Fast Fourier Transform to Reconstruct a Transient Signal

Learn how to use the inverse fast Fourier transform (IFFT) functionality in COMSOL Multiphysics^®.

Using Uncertainty Quantification to Model Frequency Variation in a MEMS Resonator

Learn about using uncertainty quantification to model frequency variation in a MEMS resonator.

Using LiveLink™ for Simulink^®

Learn about the modeling capabilities that become available when you connect COMSOL Multiphysics^® to Simulink^® using LiveLink™ for Simulink^®.

Using LiveLink™ for Simulink^®: for Lumped Battery Modeling

Watch a demonstration of creating a lumped battery model using COMSOL Multiphysics^® with LiveLink™ for Simulink^®.

Using LiveLink™ for SOLIDWORKS^® to Create Geometry in COMSOL Multiphysics^®

Learn how to synchronize and import a SOLIDWORKS^® CAD geometry into COMSOL Multiphysics^®.

Viewing and Accessing the Equations and Variables for Physics Feature Nodes

Learn how to see the equations and variables for a physics node.

COMSOL^® Installation Companion

Get a comprehensive list of resources on installing COMSOL^®.

Building Geometry Using COMSOL Multiphysics®

Defining Multiphysics Models

Getting Started with Building Simulation Apps

Getting Started with Electro-Thermal-Mechanical Modeling

Getting Started with Modeling Computational Fluid Dynamics

Getting Started with Optical Scattering Modeling

Getting Started with COMSOL Multiphysics®

How to Navigate the COMSOL Multiphysics® User Interface

Introduction to Modeling Resistive and Capacitive Devices

Introduction to Nonequilibrium Plasma Modeling

Introduction to Semiconductor Modeling

Introduction to Surrogate Modeling

Introduction to Uncertainty Quantification

Modeling Electric Motors with COMSOL Multiphysics®

Modeling Electromagnetic Coils

Modeling Magnetohydrodynamic Flow

Modeling Pressure Acoustics

Modeling Speaker Drivers in COMSOL Multiphysics®

Modeling with Partial Differential Equations in COMSOL Multiphysics®

Performing Optimization in COMSOL Multiphysics®

Surrogate Modeling Theory

Using Swept Meshes for Model Geometries

Applying Translations, Scaling, Reflection, and Rotation via the Deformed Geometry and Moving Mesh Interfaces

Basics of Building and Compiling Simulation Apps

Basics of Modeling Laminar Flow in COMSOL Multiphysics®

Basics of Modeling Turbulent Flow in COMSOL Multiphysics®

Building Simulation Applications with LiveLink™ for SOLIDWORKS®

Computing Space and Time Integrals

Copying and Reusing Boundary Mode Analysis Results

Coupling Physics Between Model Components for Multiphysics Models

Electro-Thermal-Mechanical Workflow and CAD Import

Evaluating Results and Introducing Nonlinearities in a Current-Driven Model

Examples of the General Extrusion Operator

Examples of the General Projection Operator

Examples of the withsol Operator

FEM and Equivalent-Circuit Modeling of a Thin-Film BAW Resonator

Fitting the Debye Dispersion Model to Experimental Data

Geometry and Mesh Setup for Modeling Regions of Infinite Extent

Geometry Concepts and Nomenclature in COMSOL Multiphysics®

Handling Complex-Valued Numbers and Problems in the Frequency Domain

Homogenization of Material Properties

How to Create 2D Geometry from Cross Sections of 3D Designs

How to Estimate the Number of Degrees of Freedom in a Model

How to Expand 2D Designs to 3D Geometry

How to Install the COMSOL License Manager

How to Install COMSOL Multiphysics®

How to Partition and Split Geometry into Separate Parts

How to Perform a Distributed Parametric Sweep in COMSOL Multiphysics®

How to Reduce the Size of Your Model File

How to Select Geometry

How to Synchronize Geometry Selections from SOLIDWORKS® to COMSOL Multiphysics®

How to Synchronize Parameters Between SOLIDWORKS® and COMSOL Multiphysics®

How to Update Your Current Version of COMSOL Multiphysics®

Identifying and Selecting Geometric Entities by Index Number

Importing Topological Data, Meshes, and Images

Improving Convergence of Nonlinear Stationary Models

Improving Convergence of Semiconductor Models

Integrating Along Streamlines and Extracting Particle Statistics

Introduction to Conjugate Heat Transfer Modeling in COMSOL Multiphysics®

Introduction to Modeling Biosensors

Introduction to Modeling Periodic Structures

Introduction to Modeling Porous Media Flow

Introduction to Parameter Estimation Studies in COMSOL Multiphysics®

Introduction to the Fuel Cell & Electrolyzer Module

Introduction to the Model Manager

Introduction to Vacuum System Modeling

Introduction to LiveLink™ for MATLAB®

Manually Setting the Scaling of Variables

Manually Setting Up the Geometric Multigrid Solver

Mesh Refinement, CAD Import, and Simulation Apps

Meshing and Solving Pressure Acoustics Models

Modeling Capacitive Discharge

Modeling Overview: Acoustic-Structure Interaction

Modeling Overview: Antennas

Modeling Overview: Battery Design

Modeling Overview: Chemical Reaction Engineering

Modeling Overview: Heat Transfer

Modeling Overview: Nondestructive Testing Methods

Modeling Overview: Nonlinear Materials

Modeling Overview: Parameter Estimation

Building Geometry Using COMSOL Multiphysics^®

Getting Started with COMSOL Multiphysics^®

How to Navigate the COMSOL Multiphysics^® User Interface

Modeling Electric Motors with COMSOL Multiphysics^®

Modeling Speaker Drivers in COMSOL Multiphysics^®

Modeling with Partial Differential Equations in COMSOL Multiphysics^®

Performing Optimization in COMSOL Multiphysics^®

Basics of Modeling Laminar Flow in COMSOL Multiphysics^®

Basics of Modeling Turbulent Flow in COMSOL Multiphysics^®

Building Simulation Applications with LiveLink™ for SOLIDWORKS^®

Geometry Concepts and Nomenclature in COMSOL Multiphysics^®

How to Install COMSOL Multiphysics^®

How to Perform a Distributed Parametric Sweep in COMSOL Multiphysics^®

How to Synchronize Geometry Selections from SOLIDWORKS^® to COMSOL Multiphysics^®

How to Synchronize Parameters Between SOLIDWORKS^® and COMSOL Multiphysics^®

How to Update Your Current Version of COMSOL Multiphysics^®

Introduction to Conjugate Heat Transfer Modeling in COMSOL Multiphysics^®

Introduction to Parameter Estimation Studies in COMSOL Multiphysics^®

Introduction to LiveLink™ for MATLAB^®

Setting Up Chatbot Within COMSOL Multiphysics^®

Setting Up GPU-Accelerated Computing Within COMSOL Multiphysics^®

Using LiveLink™ for Simulink^®

Using LiveLink™ for Simulink^®: for Lumped Battery Modeling

Using LiveLink™ for SOLIDWORKS^® to Create Geometry in COMSOL Multiphysics^®

COMSOL^® Installation Companion