Induced Magnetic Field: Ferromagnetic Moment & Detection

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A ferromagnetic body moving through a constant external magnetic field can indeed obtain an induced magnetic moment, primarily due to Faraday's law, which leads to the generation of eddy currents if the body is also a conductor. These eddy currents can create additional magnetic fields, while the external magnetic field can align the magnetic moments of the ferromagnetic material. The detection of this induced field is possible, though the specifics depend on the conditions of movement and the medium surrounding the body. Acceleration of the body is not strictly necessary to produce induced currents; however, the nature of the surrounding medium, such as whether it is conducting or non-conducting, can influence the outcome. Understanding these interactions is crucial for applications in electromagnetism and magnetic field 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.
 
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