Does Moving Coils in Electromagnets Create Current? Explained

In summary, the conversation discusses the development of an electric current in a small coil that is moved forward (without turning) between the poles of an electromagnet. The question of whether an electric current develops is addressed through Faraday's Law of induction and the concept of a conductor cutting lines of flux.
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A small coil is moved forward (without turning) between the poles of the electromagnet. Does an electric current develop in the coil? Explain the answer
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A small coil is moved forward (without turning) between the poles of the electromagnet. Does an electric current develop in the coil? Explain the answer
 

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Hi, according to the rules here in Physics Forums, you must write your attempt on the problem and then the other members here can give you hints and guide you to the solution.

So, anyway to get you started, according to Faraday's Law of induction do we have an EMF produced in the coil? Assume that the magnetic field in the region between the poles is approximately homogeneous.
If there is no EMF produced, what about the current? Will it be zero?
 
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Have you come across the expression "when a conductor cuts lines of flux ..."?
 

1. How does moving coils in electromagnets create current?

Moving coils in electromagnets create current through a process known as electromagnetic induction. When a coil of wire is moved through a magnetic field, the changing magnetic field induces a current in the wire. This current is created due to the interaction between the moving magnetic field and the electrons in the wire.

2. What is the relationship between the speed of the coil and the amount of current produced?

The faster the coil is moved through the magnetic field, the greater the rate of change in the magnetic field and the stronger the induced current will be. This means that the speed of the coil does have an impact on the amount of current produced.

3. Can moving coils in electromagnets create a continuous flow of current?

Yes, moving coils in electromagnets can create a continuous flow of current as long as the coil continues to move through the magnetic field. This is because as long as there is a changing magnetic field, there will be an induced current in the coil.

4. How does the strength of the magnetic field affect the amount of current produced?

The strength of the magnetic field does have an impact on the amount of current produced. A stronger magnetic field will result in a greater rate of change in the magnetic field, leading to a stronger induced current in the coil.

5. Are there any other factors that can affect the amount of current produced by moving coils in electromagnets?

Yes, there are other factors that can affect the amount of current produced, such as the number of coils in the wire, the size and shape of the coils, and the resistance of the wire. These factors can all impact the rate of change in the magnetic field and therefore, the amount of current induced in the wire.

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