What is the formula for calculating force acting on a conductor?

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To calculate the force acting on a conductor, use the formula F = ILBsin(θ), where I is the current, L is the length of the conductor, B is the flux density, and θ is the angle between the conductor and the magnetic field. In this case, the conductor length is 200mm, the flux density is 2 tesla, and the current is 5A. If the angle is not specified, it can be assumed to be 90 degrees for maximum force. The forum emphasizes that users should work through the calculations themselves using the provided formula and values. Understanding the formula and ensuring correct unit conversion is essential for accurate results.
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I need to calculate the size of a force acting on a conductor if the length of the conductor is 200mm, the flux density is 2 tesla and the current flow is 5A.

thanks, cs
 
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cs_boro_09 said:
I need to calculate the size of a force acting on a conductor if the length of the conductor is 200mm, the flux density is 2 tesla and the current flow is 5A.

thanks, cs

The force on the conductor is:

F = ILBsin(\theta)

where,

I = current
L = conductor length
B = flux density
theta = the angle of the conductor relative to the direction of the field

CS
 
stewartcs said:
The force on the conductor is:

F = ILBsin(\theta)

where,

I = current
L = conductor length
B = flux density
theta = the angle of the conductor relative to the direction of the field

CS

Any chance you could work it out for me mate, I am just in a rush to get the rest of my folder sorted out for tomorrow, plus i would know where to start to work it out
 
cs_boro_09 said:
Any chance you could work it out for me mate, I am just in a rush to get the rest of my folder sorted out for tomorrow, plus i would know where to start to work it out

No. We don't do homework for students as it is prohibited in the Forum Rules:

https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=5374

I've given you the formula and you have the numbers (make sure your units are correct), all you have to do is plug-n-chug. Of course you'll need to know the angle (if it's not given assume it is perpendicular).

CS
 
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