Electromagnetic Induction

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Summary

A changing magnetic flux through a circuit induces an emf—the heart of electromagnetic induction. Magnetic flux is \(\Phi=\vec{B}\cdot\vec{A}=BA\cos\theta\). Faraday's law states that the induced emf equals the rate of change of flux, \(\varepsilon=-\dfrac{d\Phi}{dt}\), while Lenz's law, expressed by the negative sign, ensures the induced current opposes the change producing it—a statement of energy conservation. A conductor of length \(l\) moving with speed \(v\) across a field generates a motional emf \(\varepsilon=Blv\). Changing fluxes also drive eddy currents in bulk conductors, used in braking and induction heating but minimised by lamination in transformers. Self-inductance \(L\) opposes changes in a coil's own current, with emf \(\varepsilon=-L\dfrac{dI}{dt}\) and stored energy \(U=\tfrac{1}{2}LI^2\). Mutual inductance \(M\) couples two coils, the basis of the transformer. An AC generator converts mechanical energy into electrical energy by rotating a coil in a field, producing a sinusoidal emf \(\varepsilon=\varepsilon_0\sin\omega t\), embodying the link between motion, magnetism and electricity.

Magnetic flux and Faraday's lawLenz's law and energy conservationMotional emfEddy currents and applicationsSelf and mutual inductanceAC generator

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Magnetic flux
Field threading a surface, \(\Phi=BA\cos\theta\); SI unit weber.
Faraday's law
Induced emf equals the negative rate of change of flux, \(\varepsilon=-d\Phi/dt\).
Lenz's law
Induced current opposes the change in flux, conserving energy.
Motional emf
Emf \(\varepsilon=Blv\) in a conductor moving across a field.
Self-inductance
Property opposing change in a coil's own current, emf \(=-L\,dI/dt\).
Eddy currents
Induced circulating currents in bulk conductors, reduced by lamination.

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