Feko is a comprehensive electromagnetic solver with multiple solution methods that is used for electromagnetic field analyses
involving 3D objects of arbitrary shapes.
EDITFEKO is used to construct advanced models (both the geometry and solution requirements) using a high-level scripting language
which includes loops and conditional statements.
One of the key features in Feko is that it includes a broad set of unique and hybridised solution methods. Effective use of Feko features requires an understanding of the available methods.
Feko offers state-of-the-art optimisation engines based on generic algorithm (GA) and other methods, which can be used
to automatically optimise the design and determine the optimum solution.
Feko writes all the results to an ASCII output file .out as well as a binary output file .bof for usage by POSTFEKO. Use the .out file to obtain additional information about the solution.
CADFEKO and POSTFEKO have a powerful, fast, lightweight scripting language integrated into the application allowing you to create
models, get hold of simulation results and model configuration information as well as manipulation of data and automate
repetitive tasks.
CADFEKO and POSTFEKO have a powerful, fast, lightweight scripting language integrated into the application that allows you to create models,
get hold of simulation results and model configuration information and much more.
When meshing a model, you can either use the automatic meshing algorithm to calculate the appropriate mesh settings
or you can specify the mesh sizes. When you specify the mesh sizes, the mesh sizes should adhere to certain guidelines.
Feko integrates with various products within Altair Simulation Products such as HyperStudy. Integration with third-party products is also supported through the powerful scripting and plug-in infrastructure.
Feko creates and uses many different file types. It is useful to know what is stored in the various files and weather they were
created by Feko and if it is safe to delete them. The files are grouped as either native files that have been created by Feko or non-native files that are supported by Feko. Non-native files are often exported by Feko even if the formats are not under the control of the Feko development team.
Reference information is provided in the appendix.
Application Programming Interface (API) CADFEKO and POSTFEKO have a powerful, fast, lightweight scripting language integrated into the application that allows you to create models, get hold of simulation results and model configuration information and much more.
EDITFEKO Cards
Each geometry and calculation request are entered on a separate line in the .pre and are referred to as cards.
How-Tos
A collection of how-tos are included that covers advanced concepts.
Meshing
When meshing a model, you can either use the automatic meshing algorithm to calculate the appropriate mesh settings or you can specify the mesh sizes. When you specify the mesh sizes, the mesh sizes should adhere to certain guidelines.
SAR Standards Feko makes use of a local peak SAR algorithm.
Solution Control
Control the execution of Feko by specifying the memory management and environment variables.
Read MAT, LUD, RHS and STR Files
The .mat file, .lud file and .rhs file are not generated by default, but can be read externally.
Integration With Other Tools Feko integrates with various products within Altair Simulation Products such as HyperStudy. Integration with third-party products is also supported through the powerful scripting and plug-in infrastructure.
SPICE3f5
Use the correct structure, convention and syntax for a SPICE circuit definition in Feko.
Summary of Files Feko creates and uses many different file types. It is useful to know what is stored in the various files and weather they were created by Feko and if it is safe to delete them. The files are grouped as either native files that have been created by Feko or non-native files that are supported by Feko. Non-native files are often exported by Feko even if the formats are not under the control of the Feko development team.
Common Errors and Warnings
A Feko Errors, Warnings and Notes Reference Guide is available as a reference for messages that may be encountered in Feko.