Why in electric machines we don't care of electric field but magnetic

In summary, in electrical machines, magnetic fields are responsible for transferring energy in the air gap, as they are able to follow a closed path of steel and maximize efficiency. While there is also an electric field present, it is negligible and does not play a significant role in energy transfer. The purpose of the magnetic core in machine design is to facilitate the transfer of power between stator and rotor coils through magnetic flux. The electric conductors are insulated for safety, and there is no significant potential difference across the steel surfaces in the motor. Furthermore, in a magnetic motor, the force is at a right angle to the conductor and the field, allowing for a small gap and high magnetic field. In contrast, an electric-field driven motor would need to
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klmnopq
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why in electrical machines we says that magnetic field transfer energy in air gap
but isn't there electric field also in air gap !
 
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no, electric field is generated when a magnetic field moves across an inductor.

for example, two sides of a transformer are separated by a gap, there is magnetic induced, but there is no electrons being transferred.
 
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klmnopq said:
why in electrical machines we says that magnetic field transfer energy in air gap
but isn't there electric field also in air gap !
If you look at the geometry of a motor, you'll see that the air gap exists between the steel poles of the stator and the steel of the rotor. These steel faces are at ground potential; there is not much potential difference across that gap.
 
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(Thread title) We take care about electric field in electric machines. It's alayzed to provide sufficent degree of protection - by the means of electrical insulation. Insulation system is one of the most important ones - it limits machine design a lot.

Why magnetic and not electric field in the air gap ? First of all, it's electromagnetic field (combination of both electric and magnetic).
What is the puroouse of this whole magnetic core in machine design? Why magnetic core is so much connected to the power of machine (generally, bigger machine=bigger core)? Power is transferred between stator and rotor coils by magnetic flux. Air gap is just one of the elements in this 3D magnetic circuit. Magnetic coupling of coils (or magnets etc.) combined with rotation makes this all a working mechanism.
 
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hxtasy said:
no, electric field is generated when a magnetic field moves across an inductor.

for example, two sides of a transformer are separated by a gap, there is magnetic induced, but there is no electrons being transferred.

does u mean there is no elctric field at gap !
if yes! isn't electric field at conductor =0 then electric field exist outside conductors then it's electric field at gap !


NascentOxygen said:
If you look at the geometry of a motor, you'll see that the air gap exists between the steel poles of the stator and the steel of the rotor. These steel faces are at ground potential; there is not much potential difference across that gap.

how it's ?
why and how the surfaces grounded??


gerbi said:
(Thread title) We take care about electric field in electric machines. It's alayzed to provide sufficent degree of protection - by the means of electrical insulation. Insulation system is one of the most important ones - it limits machine design a lot.

Why magnetic and not electric field in the air gap ? First of all, it's electromagnetic field (combination of both electric and magnetic).
What is the puroouse of this whole magnetic core in machine design? Why magnetic core is so much connected to the power of machine (generally, bigger machine=bigger core)? Power is transferred between stator and rotor coils by magnetic flux. Air gap is just one of the elements in this 3D magnetic circuit. Magnetic coupling of coils (or magnets etc.) combined with rotation makes this all a working mechanism.

I didn't understand u
I'am asking about why the electric field doesn't play a role in machines not the insulation
why magnetic flux not electric field
 
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In a motor, it is arranged that the magnetic field can follow a closed path of steel (except for the air gap) to maximize efficiency. For convenience, and for safety, all of that steel is at ground potential. There is no reason for it not to be. The electric conductors are all insulated from the steel, for safety. As a consequence, there exists zero or very slight electric field between areas of steel.
 
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In a normal electric motor, what "gap' is the electric field supposed to develop across and where is there a charge to experience a force due to this field? Any electric fields that might occur inside a magnetic motor will be zero or negligible. What does count, however is the Potential Difference across the terminals of the commutator which defines the Power obtained per Amp of current flowing in it. The actual 'volts per metre' over the length of the armature winding is very low and, in any case, because the windings are in a coil, the net effect of any field will be zero.
It would be difficult to imagine a suitable design for a rotating motor which is based on electric fields. That's the beauty of a Magnetic motor: the force is at right angles to the conductor and the field so it instantly gives you a tangential force to turn your motor. Plus, you can have a very small gap over which to develop a nice high magnetic field.
An electric-field driven motor would need to be reciprocating and with a very small 'throw' if you wanted to have a high field.
 
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klmnopq said:
why and how the surfaces grounded??

They are both connected to the case of the motor and to each other by the bearings. No significant PD can develop across the gap.
 
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klmnopq said:
I didn't understand u
I'am asking about why the electric field doesn't play a role in machines not the insulation
why magnetic flux not electric field


gerbi said:
Magnetic coupling of coils (or magnets etc.) combined with rotation makes this all a working mechanism.

Stator and rotor coils are connected magnetically via flux ("electric" refers only to source of energy powering the machine). This is your answer.
Why like this ? Because someone smart invented this and made it working.
//And please, formulate topic names more fortunately.
 
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so, electric field doesn't contribute in energy transfer or what??

that I'm asking about
 
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klmnopq said:
so, electric field doesn't contribute in energy transfer or what??

that I'm asking about

No, is the answer. Any electric forces would not contribute to any significant extent (either to enhance or reduce the magnetic forces). Why would you want it to? You must have a reason, presumably, or is it just because of the word "electromagnetism"?
 

1. Why is the electric field not as important as the magnetic field in electric machines?

The main reason for this is because electric machines, such as motors and generators, rely on the interaction between magnetic fields and electric currents to generate motion or electricity. The magnetic field is responsible for creating a force on the electric current, which then produces the desired effect. In contrast, the electric field only plays a secondary role in the operation of these machines.

2. How does the magnetic field affect the performance of electric machines?

The strength and direction of the magnetic field directly impact the efficiency and power output of electric machines. A stronger magnetic field can produce a greater force on the electric current, resulting in more efficient operation. Additionally, the direction of the magnetic field can determine the direction of motion or flow of electricity in the machine.

3. Are there any cases where the electric field is considered in the design of electric machines?

In certain types of electric machines, such as capacitors and transformers, the electric field is a crucial factor in their design and operation. These devices rely on the electric field to store and transfer energy, and therefore the electric field must be carefully considered and controlled in their construction.

4. Can the electric field and magnetic field be separated in electric machines?

No, the electric and magnetic fields are inherently linked in electric machines. This is due to the fundamental laws of electromagnetism, which state that a changing magnetic field will induce an electric field, and vice versa. Therefore, the two fields cannot be considered separately in the operation of electric machines.

5. How is the strength of the magnetic field controlled in electric machines?

The strength of the magnetic field in electric machines is typically controlled by the amount and direction of the electric current flowing through the machine's coils. By adjusting the current, the strength of the magnetic field can be varied to suit the desired function of the machine. Other factors, such as the number of turns in the coil and the material used for the core, can also affect the strength of the magnetic field.

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