Magnetic field force between two perpendicular wires

In summary, the conversation discusses problems with the setup and solving for the integral to get the expected values of the force. The speaker also suggests that a segment of wire may start at a certain point and end a distance away. They also mention the possibility of a figure accompanying the problem.
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Homework Statement
Two wires, 1 and 2, are carrying currents I1 and I2. They are perpendicular to each other and separated by distance d.

What is the force exerted on a segment of wire 2 of length L from the point where they would have intersected if they were on the same plane.
Relevant Equations
https://openstax.org/books/university-physics-volume-2/pages/12-2-magnetic-field-due-to-a-thin-straight-wire

What is the magnetic field at a point P, located a distance R from the wire?
Using Biot-Savart law, equation 12.8 gives the magnetic field.


https://openstax.org/books/university-physics-volume-2/pages/11-4-magnetic-force-on-a-current-carrying-conductor

Using Equation 11.12 to calculate the force.
There are a couple of problems with the same setup. On plugging in the values and solving for the integral, I am not getting the expected values of the force. Is there something wrong in the solution attached?
 

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I see nothing wrong in what you have done so far. Can you show what you got when you integrated?

Also, you show that segment ##L## is symmetrically disposed about the bottom wire. Could it be that "segment of wire 2 of length L from the point where they would have intersected if they were on the same plane" starts at that point and ends a distance ##L## away? Is there a figure that goes with this problem?
 
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1. What is a magnetic field force?

A magnetic field force is a force that is created by the interaction of magnetic fields. It is a fundamental force of nature that is responsible for the attraction and repulsion between magnets and the movement of charged particles.

2. How is the magnetic field force between two perpendicular wires calculated?

The magnetic field force between two perpendicular wires is calculated using the equation F = ILB, where F is the force, I is the current in the wires, L is the length of the wires, and B is the magnetic field strength. This equation is known as the Lorentz force law.

3. What factors affect the strength of the magnetic field force between two perpendicular wires?

The strength of the magnetic field force between two perpendicular wires is affected by the current in the wires, the distance between the wires, and the magnetic field strength. Additionally, the orientation of the wires and the materials they are made of can also impact the strength of the magnetic field force.

4. How does the direction of the current in the wires affect the magnetic field force?

The direction of the current in the wires determines the direction of the magnetic field force. If the currents in the wires are in the same direction, the force will be attractive, but if they are in opposite directions, the force will be repulsive.

5. What are some real-world applications of the magnetic field force between two perpendicular wires?

The magnetic field force between two perpendicular wires is used in many everyday devices, such as electric motors, generators, and speakers. It is also used in medical imaging techniques like MRI machines and in particle accelerators used in scientific research.

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