Find magentic field intensity.

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The problem involves determining the magnetic field intensity at the center of a square formed by four parallel wires, each carrying a current of 4A, positioned at the vertices of the square. The square has sides of 5 cm.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • The original poster expresses uncertainty about the appropriate equations to use for calculating the magnetic field. Another participant questions the scenario by considering the magnetic field produced by a single wire at the center of the square.

Discussion Status

The discussion is ongoing, with participants exploring different aspects of the problem. There is an attempt to clarify the setup and the implications of using one wire versus multiple wires.

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The original poster indicates a lack of clarity regarding the necessary equations, which may affect their ability to proceed with the problem. Additionally, the presence of an image related to the problem has been noted, but its content is not described in detail.

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Homework Statement


A square with each side of 5 cm in length.Now if 4 parallel wires in each 4A current is flowing were placed on the vertex of the square.How can I find the center of the square of the magnetic strength?

Homework Equations


I am not sure what equation should be used.If I knew I would solve the problem myself.

The Attempt at a Solution


Since the wires are placed at the corners i.e vertex of square, then the 4 wires will make another square like structure.
 
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If it were only one wire placed at a corner, what would be the magnetic field vector at the square center?
 
Hi Julian102,

Use the "UPLOAD" button to copy an image file from your machine to the PF site. Then there won't be access problems for displaying the image (a file on your machine's desktop is not accessible to all, so a link to it fails).
 
Here is the image.
 

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