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In this study, we investigate the insulation properties of epoxy nanocomposites of Aluminium dioxide (alumina) and Silicon carbide (SiC). Epoxy nanocomposites have emerged as promising materials for electrical insulation applications due to their improved performance compared to traditional insulation materials. In this study, a comparative analysis is conducted to evaluate the insulation properties of epoxy nanocomposites enhanced with aluminium oxide (alumina) and silicon carbide (SiC) nanoparticles at various weight ratios, utilizing the COMSOL software for simulation and analysis. The dispersion and distribution of nanoparticles within the epoxy matrix are crucial factors affecting the insulation performance. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) analysis confirms the homogeneous dispersion of alumina and SiC nanoparticles within the epoxy resin. The simulation is performed using the COMSOL software, which enables the evaluation of the electrical properties and breakdown strength of the nanocomposites. By systematically varying the weight ratios of nanoparticles to epoxy, the dielectric breakdown strength of the epoxy nanocomposites is assessed under different electrical field conditions. Through COMSOL simulations, the electric field distribution and breakdown behaviour of the nanocomposites are analysed for a comparative evaluation of the insulation performance between alumina and SiC nanoparticles at different weight ratios. The results obtained from the COMSOL simulations provide insights into the insulation properties of epoxy nanocomposites with varying weight ratios. The comparative analysis enables the identification of optimal weight ratios for achieving enhanced insulation performance. Furthermore, the simulations aid in understanding the impact of nanoparticle concentration on the electrical properties of the nanocomposites. This study contributes to the understanding of the insulation characteristics of epoxy nanocomposites with alumina and SiC nanoparticles at different weight ratios. The use of COMSOL software facilitates efficient simulation and analysis, enabling the optimization of weight ratios for achieving desired insulation properties. The findings have implications for the design and development of advanced electrical insulation systems with improved performance and reliability.