Magnetic field of moving solenoid

In summary, a solenoid carrying a steady current on the z axis will produce a constant B field inside. A charged particle with initial velocity perpendicular to the z axis will undergo cyclotron motion at a constant radius, r, within the solenoid. The B field will remain the same as seen from the lab frame and there is no reason for it to change. The relationship between electric and magnetic fields through relativity is often discussed in courses, but in this case, the B field is not frame dependent.
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If a solenoid oriented on the z axis is carrying a steady current, I if will produce a constant B field inside of the solenoid. A charged particle with initial velocity perpendicular to the z axis will undergo cyclotron motion within the solenoid at a constant radius, r. What are the electric and magnetic fields as seen from the particles reference frame.

I think that the B field will remain the same as seen from the lab frame. is this correct? I don't see any reason why the B field would change.
 
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Welcome to PF;
Is this homework?

Someone may expect that the relative motion is important because electric and magnetic fields are related through relativity.
Most courses concentrate on how moving electric fields get you magnetism. i.e.
http://physics.weber.edu/schroeder/mrr/MRRtalk.html


... since the B field is frame dependent in the examples on that site, you will need to explain how come it is not in this case or revise your opinion.
 

1. What is a solenoid?

A solenoid is a coil of wire that carries an electric current and produces a magnetic field.

2. How does a moving solenoid create a magnetic field?

When a solenoid is moving, the electric current running through it creates a changing magnetic field. This is due to the movement of the charges in the wire, which produces a circular magnetic field around the solenoid.

3. Is the magnetic field of a moving solenoid different from a stationary solenoid?

Yes, the magnetic field produced by a moving solenoid is different from a stationary solenoid. This is because the movement of the solenoid creates an additional magnetic field component, known as the motional magnetic field.

4. How does the direction of the magnetic field change with the movement of the solenoid?

The direction of the magnetic field produced by a moving solenoid is dependent on the direction of the current flow in the wire and the direction of the movement of the solenoid. The right-hand rule can be used to determine the direction of the magnetic field.

5. What are some practical applications of the magnetic field of a moving solenoid?

The magnetic field of a moving solenoid has various practical applications, such as in electric motors, generators, and magnetic levitation systems. It is also used in scientific research, such as in particle accelerators and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machines.

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