Difference between electromagnetics and electromagnetism ?

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The discussion clarifies the distinction between electromagnetism and electromagnetics. Electromagnetism refers to the fundamental force governing electric and magnetic interactions, while electromagnetics pertains to the practical applications of this force in technology, such as the design and use of electromagnets. Participants emphasized that electromagnetics is a modern term that encompasses the engineering aspects of electromagnetism. This differentiation is crucial for understanding the context in which these terms are used in literature and applications.

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I have come across books titled "engineering electromagnetics" and "electromagnetics with applications" but I could never find a page for electromagentics on Wikipedia. However, there are pages for electrodynamics/electromagnetism/electrostatics on Wikipedia.

Is there a difference? If so what is it?
 
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As far as I know it's the same. I think electromagnetics is the "modern" word.
 
Thanks Gordianus
 
Electromagnetism is the name of the force itself. Electromagnetics is the name of the area that applies electromagnetism to produce different devices such as electromagnets.
 
Drakkith said:
Electromagnetism is the name of the force itself. Electromagnetics is the name of the area that applies electromagnetism to produce different devices such as electromagnets.

Thank you. It is much clearer now.
 
To expand on Drakkith's comment, I think Electromagnetism refers to the underlying science, and Electromagnetics more the application of the science.
 
chrisbaird said:
To expand on Drakkith's comment, I think Electromagnetism refers to the underlying science, and Electromagnetics more the application of the science.

This is exactly what I was trying to say.
 

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