Difference between induced voltage and generated voltage.

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Start date Jul 14, 2013
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In summary, induced voltage is created by a conductor moving through a magnetic field, while generated voltage is produced by a generator or alternator. They are both forms of electromagnetic induction and can be measured with a voltmeter. Examples include hydroelectric dams and car alternators. The magnitude of induced voltage depends on factors such as magnetic field strength and conductor speed, while the magnitude of generated voltage depends on the size and speed of the generator or alternator.

Jul 14, 2013

dhemoxeus

please elaborate their difference in your own word.. thanks!

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Jul 21, 2013

titangsu

I think they are same in case of rotating generators because the fundamental law there is Faraday's law of electromagnetic induction but in battery it is not true. Here voltage is generated from chemical reaction.

Jul 22, 2013

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What is the difference between induced voltage and generated voltage?

The main difference between induced voltage and generated voltage is the source of the voltage. Induced voltage is created when a conductor moves through a magnetic field, causing a change in the magnetic flux. On the other hand, generated voltage is produced by a generator or alternator, which converts mechanical energy into electrical energy.

How are induced voltage and generated voltage related?

Induced voltage and generated voltage are both forms of electromagnetic induction. Induced voltage is a result of Faraday's law, which states that a changing magnetic field induces an electric field. Generated voltage, on the other hand, is a result of Lenz's law, which states that the direction of the induced voltage opposes the change in magnetic flux.

Can induced voltage and generated voltage be measured?

Yes, both induced voltage and generated voltage can be measured using a voltmeter. Induced voltage can be measured by connecting the conductor that is moving through the magnetic field to the voltmeter, while generated voltage can be measured by connecting the output terminals of the generator or alternator to the voltmeter.

What are some examples of induced voltage and generated voltage?

An example of induced voltage is the electricity generated in a hydroelectric dam, where water flowing through a magnetic field induces a voltage in the turbines. An example of generated voltage is the electricity produced by a car's alternator, where the mechanical energy from the engine is converted into electrical energy to power the car's electrical systems.

How does the magnitude of induced voltage and generated voltage differ?

The magnitude of induced voltage depends on factors such as the strength of the magnetic field, the speed of the conductor, and the angle between the conductor and the magnetic field. On the other hand, the magnitude of generated voltage depends on the size and speed of the generator or alternator, as well as the strength of the magnetic field used to generate the voltage.