Magnetic field of plane with thickness d with uniform surface current

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The discussion centers on the concept of uniform surface current density in a plane with thickness d, specifically addressing the confusion regarding current distribution across its cross-section. The participants clarify that while the plane has thickness, the surface current density can still be considered uniform for the purpose of magnetic field calculations. The relevant equations derived include B=µ_0jd/2 for the exterior and d'jµ_0 for the interior, where d' represents the height of the amperian loop. Additionally, the importance of using LaTeX for clear mathematical representation is emphasized.

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Homework Statement
Find the magnetic field due to an infinite plane of thickness d (i.e. an infinite box) that carries current with uniform surface current density j.
Relevant Equations
##\oint \vec B \cdot \vec dl = µ_0 I ##
I'm confused what's meant by a uniform surface current density since this plane has a thickness, It would need a current density distributed through its cross sections, I thought.Edit: I tried solving with proper LaTeX and all my steps, but it looked awful. For outside, I got B=µ_0jd/2.
for inside, I got d'jµ_0 where d' is the height of the smaller amperiant loop.
 
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SherlockHolmie said:
I'm confused what's meant by a uniform surface current density since this plane has a thickness, It would need a current density distributed through its cross sections, I thought.
You thought correctly. Your relevant equation needs fixing before you use it.
 
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kuruman said:
You thought correctly. Your relevant equation needs fixing before you use it.
I said BL because I didn't know how to write loop integral in the relevant equations. Thank you!
 
SherlockHolmie said:
I said BL because I didn't know how to write loop integral in the relevant equations. Thank you!
You would be served well if you taught yourself how to use LaTeX and write equations like $$\oint\vec B\cdot d \vec l=\mu_oI_{encl.}$$Click on the "LaTeX Guide" link, bottom left corner above the "Attach files" link to get started.
 
kuruman said:
You would be served well if you taught yourself how to use LaTeX and write equations like $$\oint\vec B\cdot d \vec l=\mu_oI_{encl.}$$Click on the "LaTeX Guide" link, bottom left corner above the "Attach files" link to get started.
Ah, ok. I didn't know I needed to put ## between my LaTeX on here. I'll use that in the future. Appreciate it!
 

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