Fields generated by a rotating disk

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The discussion focuses on calculating the electric and magnetic fields generated by a uniformly charged disk with total charge q, rotating around its axis with a constant angular velocity w. The Biot-Savart law is utilized to derive the magnetic field at the center of the disk, resulting in the equation B = (μwq)/(2πa). However, participants highlight the need for careful consideration of variables in the integral and the importance of calculating fields in both the rotation plane and along the axis. The discussion emphasizes the necessity of addressing the electric field alongside the magnetic field calculations.

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Homework Statement



We have an uniformly charged disk with total charge q, which is rotating around its axis with constant angular velocity w. Calculate electric and magnetic field in the axis and in the rotation plane. Calculate the radiated power in one cicle.



Homework Equations




Biot-Savart law.
v=wr

The Attempt at a Solution



I only know how to calculate the magnetic field in the center, using directly the biot-savart law:

d\vec{B}=\frac{\mu}{4\pi}dq\frac{\vec{v}×\hat{r}}{r^2}
B=∫_{0}^{a} \frac{\mu}{4\pi}\sigma 2\pi r dr\frac{wr}{r^2}=\frac{\mu w \sigma a}{2}=\frac{\mu w q}{2\pi a}

How can I calculate the rest?

Thank you.
 
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Your answer is wrong. For one thing, you should note your result is independent of where you are on the z-axis. That can't be right. Be a bit more careful about what each variable stands for in your integral.
 
vela said:
Your answer is wrong. For one thing, you should note your result is independent of where you are on the z-axis. That can't be right. Be a bit more careful about what each variable stands for in your integral.

You're right, It's the field in the center.
 
I've already calculated the magnetic field along the axis. But, in the plane? And, what about the electric field? Any help?

thanks
 

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