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Magnetic Effects of Electric Current

Introduction

Magnetic fields from currents, force on conductors, motors, electromagnetic induction, generators.

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Electromagnetism

Current produces magnetic field (right-hand thumb rule). Solenoid=bar magnet. Fleming's left hand: motor (Field-Current-Force). Fleming's right hand: generator (Field-Motion-Current). Motor: electrical->mechanical (commutator). Generator: mechanical->electrical (slip rings for AC).

Key Points

  • Right-hand thumb rule: current->field direction
  • Left hand=Motor; Right hand=Generator
  • Motor: commutator reverses current
  • AC generator: slip rings; DC: commutator
  • F=BIL

Quick Summary

  • Current produces magnetic field
  • Left=Motor; Right=Generator
  • Motor: electrical->mechanical; Generator: mechanical->electrical
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Key Formulas

F=BIL

AC frequency India: 50Hz

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