How Do Eddy Currents Form in Transformers?

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Eddy currents in transformers are generated by an alternating magnetic field, as described by Faraday's Law of Electromagnetic Induction. They do not arise from friction, resistance, or heat transfer. The discussion highlights the misconception regarding the origin of the term "eddy currents," clarifying that it is not named after a scientist. Understanding the role of the alternating magnetic field in the formation of eddy currents is crucial for comprehending transformer operation.

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  • Faraday's Law of Electromagnetic Induction
  • Basic principles of electromagnetism
  • Understanding of ferromagnetic materials
  • Knowledge of transformer operation
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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.

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