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Measurements:

Induced EMF: 0 V

Magnetic Flux: 0 Wb

Distance: 0 m

Faraday's Law of Induction:

\[ \mathcal{E} = -N \frac{d\Phi_B}{dt} \]

Where:

  • \(N\) = Number of coil turns
  • \(\Phi_B\) = Magnetic flux \(= BA\cos\theta\)
  • \(B\) = Magnetic field strength
  • \(A\) = Coil cross-sectional area
  • \(\theta\) = Angle between B and A

The negative sign indicates Lenz's Law: the induced current creates a magnetic field that opposes the change in flux.

Advanced Concepts:

  • Magnetic Field Strength: Decreases with square of distance (\(B \propto \frac{1}{r^2}\))
  • Flux Change: Maximum when magnet moves perpendicular to coil axis
  • Induced Current: Proportional to rate of flux change
  • Lenz's Law: Induced current opposes flux change
\[ B(r) = \frac{B_0}{(r^2 + a^2)} \]

Where \(a\) is the characteristic length of the magnet.

Real-world Applications:

  • Electric Generators
  • Electromagnetic Braking
  • Induction Cooktops
  • Transformers

Try these experiments:

  1. Increase speed and observe EMF change
  2. Add more turns to see amplification
  3. Adjust field strength for different materials

EMF vs. Time

Magnetic Flux vs. Position