AC production production -- I need to describe how it works

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The original poster seeks to understand the production of alternating current (AC) and the relationship that determines the movement and direction of current flow. The discussion revolves around the workings of an alternator and the application of Fleming's rules in this context.

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  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Assumption checking

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  • Participants discuss the basics of AC production and the role of alternators, with some seeking additional resources for deeper understanding. Questions arise regarding the application of Fleming's left-hand and right-hand rules in relation to AC.

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Several participants have provided suggestions for resources, including Wikipedia, to aid in the original poster's research. There is an ongoing exploration of the application of the left-hand rule versus the right-hand rule in the context of AC production, with some participants expressing uncertainty about these concepts.

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Participants are navigating the definitions and applications of the rules related to current flow, indicating a need for clarification on these concepts. The original poster has expressed a desire for a thorough review, suggesting that they may be under constraints related to homework requirements.

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provide a detailed review on how alternating current is produced and the relation that determins movement and current flow direction.

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I know the basics of how AC is produced- AC is produced from an alternater (type of generator) which is comprised of a wire and magnetic field. The wire is rotated between the two magnets inducing current flow. using Flemming's left/right hand rule I can work out the direction of current flow.

All the research I have done so far has only have me little insight of how AC is produced but I need to provide a thorough review. Could you guys please recommend some good websites?
 
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I went to Wikipedia and did an initial search on AC Power Production. That led me to a disambiguation page, where there are a number of good links to Wikipedia articles given. Maybe start with that? :smile:
 
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berkeman said:
I went to Wikipedia and did an initial search on AC Power Production. That led me to a disambiguation page, where there are a number of good links to Wikipedia articles given. Maybe start with that? :smile:
Thank you sir
 
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berkeman said:
I went to Wikipedia and did an initial search on AC Power Production. That led me to a disambiguation page, where there are a number of good links to Wikipedia articles given. Maybe start with that? :smile:
Could you give me some insight on how left hand rule is applied to the question it is my understanding that only the right-hand rule applied to AC
 
Daniel2244 said:
Could you give me some insight on how left hand rule is applied to the question it is my understanding that only the right-hand rule applied to AC
Can you post a link? I've never used a left-hand rule...
 

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