Magnetic flux of magnetic field changing as a function of time

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The discussion revolves around the concept of magnetic flux as a function of time, specifically in the context of a magnetic field described by the equation $$B(t) = B_{0} \frac{t^2}{T^2}$$ for the interval ##0 \leq t \leq T##. Participants are exploring how to relate this changing magnetic field to induced current and the implications of the bar's motion.

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  • Conceptual clarification, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants discuss the calculation of magnetic flux and its relationship to induced current. There is uncertainty about whether to integrate the flux expression or change variables. Questions arise regarding the implications of the bar moving at constant velocity and how that relates to Newton's second law.

Discussion Status

The discussion is ongoing, with participants providing insights and prompting further exploration of the concepts involved. One participant has suggested that the original poster demonstrate their understanding by showing their work in finding the current, indicating a direction for further inquiry.

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There is mention of needing to consider the bar's constant velocity and its implications for the problem, which may affect the approach to finding the current. The original poster expresses uncertainty about their initial velocity and its role in the calculations.

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There is a circuit with resistance R, a moving bar of lenght l moves at constant velocity v=l/T and at t=0 the bar is in position x=0. In the beginning the circuit is in a region where B=0, the the bar starts moving into a region with a non-zero magnetic field (see figure), which varies with time.

What is the current flowing in the circuit?
Relevant Equations
Magnetic flux, Faraday's law
$$B(t) = B_{0} \frac{t^2}{T^2}$$

for ##0 \leq t \leq T##

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The issue here is more conceptual, because once I find the flux of B I know how to proceed to find the current. I got velocity (but it seems to me that it is the initial velocity), I could use it to find the time in function of space, but not sure if that is correct...

Instead I tried this way:
$$\Phi(B) = B_{0}\frac{t^2}{T^2} x(t)l$$
Should I integrate instead? And change variable?
 
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besebenomo said:
The issue here is more conceptual, because once I find the flux of B I know how to proceed to find the current. I got velocity (but it seems to me that it is the initial velocity), I could use it to find the time in function of space, but not sure if that is correct...

Instead I tried this way:
$$\Phi(B) = B_{0}\frac{t^2}{T^2} x(t)l$$
Should I integrate instead? And change variable?
You have the flux and it is what you say. Since you say you know how to proceed to find the current, do it and show your work. One piece of information you need to bring into the picture is that the bar is moving at constant velocity. What does that mean? Hint: You need to write Newton's second law just like in the other thread.
 
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