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Description
The thermoelectric generation of magnetic fields due to temperature gradients in electrically conductive spacecraft materials presents a challenge for missions requiring high-precision magnetic field measurements. A tool is needed at the design phase to model, predict and mitigate these perturbations.
Building this tool requires a comprehensive multiphysics approach, combining thermal, electrical, and magnetic modeling, with validation and implementation in mission design workflows. The technical requirements for the software emphasize three key aspects: (1) the need for a sound theoretical understanding of the physical effects, (2) the development of a robust and adaptable simulation tool, and (3) the delivery of user-friendly software that can be seamlessly integrated into ESA’s design and verification processes.
This talk presents the progress made along the software development roadmap for ESA contract 4000148213.