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Abstract

The paper presents the description of multiply connected conducting regions (MCCR) in the finite elements space. In order to define induced currents distribution in multiply connected regions, an innovative method of combined vector potentials T and T₀ has been suggested. The equations of T-T₀ method have been presented. Moreover, the relations describing sources for the field of induced currents in the discussed regions have been given. The proposed method has been applied to solve Problem No. 7 of the International TEAM Workshops. The selected results of calculation have been compared with the measurement results.

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Prof. Rafal M. Wojciechowski

Dr. Cezary Jedryczka

Dr. Wojciech Szelag

Dr. Andrzej Demenko