Induced Magnetic Field: Ferromagnetic Moment & Detection

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Does a ferromagnetic body moving through an external constant magnetic field obtain an induced magnetic moment?
If so, can this induced field be detected?
Which equation describes it?

Thanks!
 
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I think this question is quite complex. If the ferromagnetic body is also a conductor, there will be an EMF that arises basically from Faraday's law. This can create significant eddy currents, which can generate magnetic fields. In addition, the magnetic field can cause magnetic moments to align with the magnetic field in very much the same way that it happens in the static case. This may not be a complete answer, but hopefully it is helpful.
 
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Yoni said:
Does a ferromagnetic body moving through an external constant magnetic field obtain an induced magnetic moment?
If so, can this induced field be detected?
Which equation describes it?

Thanks!

Of yet, I failed to find a satisfying answer to basic question. Does the body need to accelerate to produce induce currents on its envelope?
If the body is moving inside a non-conducting medium, does this change anything?
Thank you for your help.