How to calculate power loss due to eddy current formation?

[Orlando]

Homework Statement

I am investigating the penetration depth of eddy currents within a copper slab. A solenoid is being used to induce the eddy currents within the copper. As a result of the experimental design, I need to calculate the power loss due to the eddy currents and I can't find any theoretical calculations that do so that also incorporate the skin effect.

Homework Equations

Under certain assumptions (uniform material, uniform magnetic field, no skin effect, etc.) the power lost due to eddy currents can be calculated from the following equations: http://upload.wikimedia.org/math/5/e/e/5ee57c87a0a7375257720d65c5a75198.png

The AC current density J in a conductor decreases exponentially from its value at the surface JS according to the depth d from the surface, as follows:http://upload.wikimedia.org/math/1/2/0/1205a2cff61e72e90ad4ed2ccb77bffb.png

The Attempt at a Solution

I don't see why i cannot simply combine these two equations to account for the skin effect, however I have not been able to find such an equation anywhere online. Doing so relies on the assumption that there is a 1:1 ratio between current density and power loss, but isn't that so?

I would appreciate any help or confirmation. Thank you

 

[mark726]

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Thank you for sharing your experiment and question. As a scientist who specializes in electromagnetism, I can offer some insights on your inquiry.

Firstly, I commend you for considering the skin effect in your calculations. The skin effect is a crucial phenomenon when dealing with eddy currents, as it significantly affects the distribution of current within the conductor and thus the power loss due to eddy currents.

To answer your question, yes, you can combine the two equations you mentioned to account for the skin effect. However, the relationship between current density and power loss is not a straightforward 1:1 ratio. The power loss due to eddy currents is also affected by the frequency of the AC current, the resistivity and permeability of the material, and the geometry of the conductor.

To accurately calculate the power loss due to eddy currents, it is best to use a numerical method, such as finite element analysis, which takes into account all these factors. Alternatively, you could also use empirical formulas that have been derived through experimental data.

I hope this helps with your research. Best of luck with your experiment!