Calculating Magnet Field for Solenoid and Horseshoe Magnet: What Am I Missing?

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The discussion revolves around calculating the magnetic field for a solenoid and a horseshoe magnet, with specific parameters provided for each. The user is trying to determine the number of windings needed for both configurations, using a constant current of 1A. For the horseshoe magnet, they express confusion over the geometry involving multiple air gaps and how it affects calculations. They seek clarification on the impact of air gaps on the force required to pull a metal piece and mention the need for a detailed diagram to illustrate their setup. The conversation highlights the complexities of electromagnet design and the importance of accurate calculations in achieving desired magnetic performance.
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Confused about electromagnet??

How do i calculate the magnet field for an Solenoid with an ironcore with x windings and y amps..

The same for an horseshoe magnet, where there is an air gap about 2mm..

For some reason does my calculation not make sense..
 
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215 said:
For some reason does my calculation not make sense..
It would be easier to look for a mistake if you added your calculations here.
 
ohh sorry my bad..

I have choosen to use 1A as constant.

For the Horseshoe magnet

B = \frac{i*n*µ0*µr}{lj+2vµr+2xµr}


lj = length of the ironcore = 0.034+0.011+0.034
µ0 = 4pi *10^-7
x= length of one of the airgaps
v= length of the other airgap
µr = Relative permability = µ0(1+XM)=5000
I = 1
For the solonoid

B = µrH

H=\frac{N*I}{l}
l = 0.065
I = 1

I know B = 0.4
I've been trying to solve for N, windings, and for the solonoid do i get 22, and for the horseshoe do i get 1688..
 
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I've been trying to solve for N, windings, and for the solonoid do i get 22, and for the horseshoe do i get 1688..
And where is the issue with those solutions?

I don't understand the horseshoe geometry with multiple (4?) air gaps.
 
looks like a homework problem. move to other thread??
 
Homework... Well, is more like a project.. I am trying to build an Electromagnet which capable off pulling a certain amount of Newton..
I done conversion from Newton to Tesla...
Now do i have define the tesla value..

http://snag.gy/oL7D5.jpg
 
horseshoe magnet will have only one air gap. how come you have 4? please draw the detailed diagram of the magnet.
 
Here is a picture of the one I've been working with
http://snag.gy/A7zJd.jpg

There is an airgap between each leg, each leg has to pull a piece of metal with 3N, in the distance of 2 mm, i am quite unsure about the next one, but would the airgap between the the metal pieces have something to say?
 
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