Magnetic Flux Linkage: Rate of Change & Cutting

In summary, the conversation discussed the concept of induced e.m.f and how it can be created through either a rate of change of magnetic flux linkage or the cutting of flux. There was confusion around whether cutting of flux creates a rate of change of magnetic flux linkage, and it was clarified that it does through the insertion of a conductive, moving plate in a magnetic field. The concept of flux linkage was also explained as the connection between flux path and strength through windings.
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Hi, this may be really easy but..
I understand that to have an induced e.m.f , we can either have a rate of change of magnetic flux linkage ( ac source ) or cutting of flux ( like a plate oscillating and cutting through a magnetic field produced by a solenoid ). However does cutting of flux creates a rate of change of magnetic flux linkage ? Is rate of cutting of flux the same as saying rate of change of magnetic flux ? Or are they both different ?
 
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Ivore said:
However does cutting of flux creates a rate of change of magnetic flux linkage ?
Whenever you insert a conductive, moving plate in a magnetic field ( induced by an electromagnet ) the magnetic field will be weakened and will change it's path, also through the electromagnet. Thus the flux will be changed through ( some of ) the windings due to Eddy currents in the the plate, that will induce a counter mmf.

Flux linkage is the connection between the flux path and flux strength through the windings.

Even if you insert a non moving iron plate, the magnetic field will be changed steady state due to change of permeability in the surroundings of the magnet.
 
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1. What is magnetic flux linkage?

Magnetic flux linkage is a measure of the amount of magnetic flux passing through a closed loop or circuit. It is calculated by multiplying the number of turns in the loop by the magnetic flux passing through each turn.

2. What is the rate of change of magnetic flux linkage?

The rate of change of magnetic flux linkage is the change in magnetic flux linkage over time. It is measured in webers per second (Wb/s) or volts (V).

3. How is the rate of change of magnetic flux linkage related to Faraday's law?

Faraday's law states that the induced electromotive force (EMF) in a circuit is equal to the negative of the rate of change of magnetic flux linkage. This means that an increase in the rate of change of magnetic flux linkage will result in a larger induced EMF in the circuit.

4. What is the importance of cutting magnetic flux for generating electricity?

The process of cutting magnetic flux is necessary for the generation of electricity through electromagnetic induction. When a conductor cuts through magnetic flux, an induced EMF is created, producing an electric current in the conductor.

5. How does the number of turns in a coil affect magnetic flux linkage?

The number of turns in a coil directly affects the magnetic flux linkage. As the number of turns increases, the magnetic flux linkage also increases, resulting in a higher induced EMF and a stronger magnetic field. This is why electromagnets with many turns are more powerful than those with fewer turns.

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