SEMCAD X matterhorn: A novel approach to achieve realism in highly complex environments

In the ever expanding field of electromagnetics research, a computational platform which is capable of solving multidisciplinary electromagnetic-related problems is crucial for the success of product development and scientific research. To conduct an in-depth electromagnetic analysis, numerical simulation has proven to greatly enhance R&D processes, allowing to provide insightful information which is not always accessible through current measurement techniques. In particular virtual prototyping and optimization within industrial processes are pushing the limits towards more realism and thus are calling for increasingly enhanced numerical tools. On the basis of a state-of-the-art simulation platform, this paper outlines selected applications of recent numerical techniques in various EM-related fields to reveal the distinct advantages of employing cutting-edge computational approaches.