Magnetism to voltage conversion

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The discussion centers on the conversion of magnetic energy to voltage energy in an LC oscillator, specifically addressing how an uncharged capacitor interacts with moving point charges. It highlights that point charges with velocity generate a magnetic field, and questions arise regarding the role of elastic and inelastic collisions in this process. The conversation emphasizes the quantized movement of electrons through atoms and seeks clarity on how the capacitor facilitates the transition from moving to stationary point charges.

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  • Understanding of LC oscillators and their energy conversion mechanisms
  • Familiarity with point charge dynamics and magnetic fields
  • Knowledge of elastic and inelastic collisions in particle physics
  • Basic principles of quantum mechanics related to electron movement
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  • Research the principles of LC oscillators and their energy transfer processes
  • Study the behavior of point charges in magnetic fields
  • Explore the effects of elastic and inelastic collisions on particle motion
  • Learn about quantized electron movement in atomic structures
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Physicists, electrical engineers, and students studying electromagnetism and quantum mechanics will benefit from this discussion, particularly those interested in the interactions between magnetic fields and electrical components.

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Point charges w/velocity have a magnetic field. How does an uncharged capacitor slow the point charges to zero velocity?

Shouldn't elastic collisions with other point charges or atoms predominate, followed by inelastic collisions that convert point charge kinetic energy to thermal energy?
 
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Hint: Current theory is that electrons cascade through atoms by quantized electron movement.
 
pzlded said:
Point charges w/velocity have a magnetic field. How does an uncharged capacitor slow the point charges to zero velocity?

What charges? The capacitor is uncharged.

I am having trouble following or understanding your question.
 
In an LC oscillator, energy converts back and forth between magnetic energy and voltage's energy. When magnetic energy is max, exactly how does the capacitor begin converting the moving point charges into stationary point charges?
 

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