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Heat Source
Specify heat generated inside the selected domains.
Specify heat generated inside the selected domains.
Where to find it
System → physics interface → Heat Source
How to use it
Select the physics node, add this feature, choose the affected entities and enter the required values. Inspect the selection highlight before running the study.
Settings and initial values
| Setting | Initial value | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| value | 0[W/m^3] | Enter a volumetric rate in W/m^3, not total power in W or a surface flux in W/m^2. Positive values add heat. Negative values remove heat. Zero adds no heat source. For a uniform source, total power is the rate multiplied by the selected volume. |
Result
The next compatible study includes this physical contribution or condition.
Troubleshooting
Check the selection dimension and units. Do not apply conflicting prescribed values to the same entities; rerun after changing the condition.