How Do Eddy Currents Form in Transformers?

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Eddy currents in transformers are generated by an alternating magnetic field, as explained by Faraday's law of electromagnetic induction. They are not produced by friction, resistance, or heat transfer. The discussion highlights the distinction between the fixed conductor in transformers and the variable magnetic field. The inquiry about the origin of the term "eddy currents" reveals a common misconception about its naming. This topic is better suited for the electrical engineering subforum for more in-depth discussion.
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someone knows how eddy currents in transformers are produced? by friction , resistance or heat transfer?
i mean the classical example is the wheel that is braked between the poles of an electromagnet, but how this applies to a transformer where there is exactly the opossed, a fixed conductor and variable magnetic field

(btw, english is not my native , so i always thought eddy currents was named because a scientist named eddy, just todays little discovery )
 
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japam said:
someone knows how eddy currents in transformers are produced? by friction , resistance or heat transfer?

Yes,*someone* quite possibly knows.Eddy currents ,namely in ferromagnetic core,aren't produced by "friction ,resistance or by heat transferr".
They are produced by alternating magnetic field by Faradey's law of Electromagnetic induction.

To moderator:This question is the most suitable for EE subforum.Move it there
 

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