Magnetic Flux Density at different points about a solenoid

In summary, the conversation discusses the process of finding the theoretical magnetic flux density at different points around a solenoid for a physics investigation. The person has looked at various links and equations, including the Biot-Savart law, but has not been able to find an equation that works for a solenoid. Another person chimes in and shares a link to an equation for a thin shell solenoid and a solenoid with a shell.
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Homework Statement


For my physics investigation I am required to first find the theoretical magnetic flux denisty at different points about a solenoid. The points are outside the solenoid: along the axis but past the ends and; perpendicular to the centre of the solenoid but outside.

So far I have looked at many links to Biot-Savart law, but they only seem to show equations for a loop and not a solenoid.

Homework Equations


I have tried for the point along the axis:
http://www.utc.edu/Faculty/Tatiana-Allen/Magfig4.gif
but it only works with in the confines of the solenoid.

I also tried:
http://www.utc.edu/Faculty/Tatiana-Allen/Magfig2.gif
but it doesn't work for the solenoid.

What I basically need is two equations, one for the axis, and, one for the points perpendicular to the centre.
 
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i was looking for this same equation a few months ago, bloody hard thing to find but i found it!

for a thin shell solenoid use the equation found here: http://www.netdenizen.com/emagnettest/solenoids/?thinsolenoid

for a solenoid with a shell use the equation found here: http://www.netdenizen.com/emagnettest/solenoids/?solenoid
 

1. What is magnetic flux density?

Magnetic flux density, also known as magnetic induction or magnetic field strength, is a measure of the strength of a magnetic field at a specific point.

2. How is magnetic flux density measured?

Magnetic flux density is measured using a device called a gaussmeter, which uses a Hall effect sensor to detect the strength of a magnetic field.

3. What factors affect magnetic flux density at different points about a solenoid?

The magnetic flux density at different points about a solenoid is affected by the number of turns in the coil, the current flowing through the coil, and the permeability of the material inside the solenoid.

4. How does the magnetic flux density change as you move away from the solenoid?

The magnetic flux density decreases as you move away from the solenoid due to the spreading out of the magnetic field lines. At a certain distance, the magnetic field becomes negligible.

5. What is the relationship between magnetic flux density and magnetic field strength?

Magnetic flux density is directly proportional to the magnetic field strength. This means that as the magnetic field strength increases, the magnetic flux density also increases. This relationship is described by the equation B = μ0H, where B is the magnetic flux density, μ0 is the permeability of free space, and H is the magnetic field strength.

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