Thick square loop made of Al with the top half exposed to a B field

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Start date Apr 4, 2020
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In summary, a thick square loop made of Al refers to a loop of aluminum material that is square-shaped and thick in size. When the top half of the loop is exposed to a B field, a magnetic field passes through it, creating a magnetic flux. The thickness of the loop affects the strength of the induced current, with a thicker loop having a stronger current. Aluminum is commonly used for this type of loop due to its good electrical conductivity and low resistance. The B field causes a changing magnetic flux through the loop, inducing a current that can cause the loop to move or rotate due to the interaction between the two fields.

Apr 4, 2020

dcarmichael

Homework Statement: I have figured out most of it, Im just not sure what happens in part h) i.e. when entire loop is exposed to B field.

Relevant Equations: n/a

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Apr 5, 2020

etotheipi

I might be missing something here, however if the magnetic field is present and uniform everywhere as stipulated in part (h), then the flux linked is constant and zero emf is induced.

It would then just be a case of applying Newton II to a falling body with a resistive force.

Related to Thick square loop made of Al with the top half exposed to a B field

1. What is a thick square loop?

A thick square loop is a closed circuit made of a conductive material, such as aluminum, in the shape of a square. It has a significant thickness compared to its width and length.

2. What is Al?

Al is the chemical symbol for aluminum, a metallic element commonly used in construction, packaging, and electrical conductors.

3. What does it mean for the top half of the loop to be exposed to a B field?

When the top half of the loop is exposed to a B field, it means that a magnetic field is passing through the area above the loop, perpendicular to its surface.

4. What is the purpose of a B field in this scenario?

The B field, also known as the magnetic flux density, is used to describe the strength and direction of the magnetic field passing through the loop. In this scenario, it is used to study the behavior of the loop in the presence of a magnetic field.

5. What are some potential applications of this experiment?

This experiment can be used to study the magnetic properties of materials, such as aluminum, and how they interact with magnetic fields. It can also be applied in the development of electromagnetic devices, such as motors and generators.