Can Induced Currents Be Used to Increase the Efficiency of Electric Cars?

In summary, the conversation discusses the possibility of using induced current from passing through a magnetic field to charge an electric car battery. However, it is noted that there is no free energy and the only significant efficiency improvement could be seen in regenerative braking. The idea of using induced current for energy recovery is not allowed for discussion on the PF.
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I think we could take advantage of the induced current, created inside a loop when it passes through a magnetic field. So placing the coil on an electric car and connecting it with the battery, the car will receive a small electrical charge will pass through a magnetic field (to be created on every road traveled to a high enough speed since the induced current in a coil is proportional to speed at which it crosses the magnetic field).
Infact when a loop enters in a magnetic field the induced current that crosses the loop is given by this physical law: i= B×S where:
B: is the intensity of magnetic field
S: is the loop's surface that enters in the magnetic field.

This is only a very brief sommary of electromagnetism, but do you like the idea?
 
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Matt41 said:
I think we could take advantage of the induced current, created inside a loop when it passes through a magnetic field. So placing the coil on an electric car and connecting it with the battery, the car will receive a small electrical charge will pass through a magnetic field (to be created on every road traveled to a high enough speed since the induced current in a coil is proportional to speed at which it crosses the magnetic field).
Infact when a loop enters in a magnetic field the induced current that crosses the loop is given by this physical law: i= B×S where:
B: is the intensity of magnetic field
S: is the loop's surface that enters in the magnetic field.

This is only a very brief sommary of electromagnetism, but do you like the idea?

Welcome to the PF.

There is no free energy. It takes power from the car battery to push the car through the magnetic field (there is an opposing force) to make the current to charge the battery. With efficiency losses, overall the battery still loses its charge at about the same rate as if there was no attempt at energy recovery.

The only place something like this helps in efficiency is in regenerative braking, since you want to recover the KE back to battery energy (because the KE is no longer needed when you are braking).

Discussions about Free Energy like this are not permitted on the PF (please re-check the rules link at the top of the page). This thread is closed.
 

1. What is induced current?

Induced current refers to the flow of electric charge that is generated in a conductor when it is exposed to a changing magnetic field.

2. What are the benefits of induced current?

Induced current has various applications, including power generation, electromagnets, and electric motors. It also plays a crucial role in various technologies such as wireless charging and electromagnetic sensors.

3. How is induced current generated?

Induced current is generated through Faraday's law of electromagnetic induction, which states that a changing magnetic field induces an electric field, which then causes a flow of electric charge.

4. What factors affect the strength of induced current?

The strength of induced current depends on the strength of the magnetic field, the speed at which the magnetic field changes, and the number of turns in the conductor.

5. Are there any potential risks associated with induced current?

Induced current can cause electric shocks, especially at high voltages. It is essential to take precautions when working with induced current to prevent any accidents or harm to individuals.

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