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1. Electric Charges And Fields 2. Electrostatic Potential And Capacitance 3. Current Electricity
4. Moving Charges And Magnetism 5. Magnetism And Matter 6. Electromagnetic Induction
7. Alternating Current 8. Electromagnetic Waves 9. Ray Optics And Optical Instruments
10. Wave Optics 11. Dual Nature Of Radiation And Matter 12. Atoms
13. Nuclei 14. Semiconductor Electronics: Materials, Devices And Simple Circuits



Chapter 6 Electromagnetic Induction



Introduction

For a long time, electricity and magnetism were considered separate. However, early 19th-century experiments showed that moving charges (electric currents) produce magnetic fields (Oersted, Ampere). This raised the question: Can the converse be true? Can changing magnetic fields produce electric currents?

Experiments by Michael Faraday in England and Joseph Henry in the USA, around 1830, conclusively demonstrated that electric currents are **induced** in closed coils when subjected to **changing magnetic fields**. This phenomenon is called **electromagnetic induction**.

This discovery is not just theoretically important but has immense practical utility, leading directly to the development of modern electric generators and transformers, which are fundamental to today's electrified world.


The Experiments Of Faraday And Henry

Faraday and Henry conducted numerous experiments to understand electromagnetic induction. Some key experiments include:

The common thread in these experiments is that a changing magnetic field, or more precisely, a **changing magnetic flux** through a circuit, induces an electric current (or emf) in the circuit.



Magnetic Flux

**Magnetic flux** ($\Phi_B$) is a measure of the number of magnetic field lines passing through a given area. It is defined analogously to electric flux (Chapter 1).

For a plane surface of area $\vec{A}$ placed in a uniform magnetic field $\vec{B}$, the magnetic flux is defined as the dot product of the magnetic field vector and the area vector:

$\mathbf{\Phi_B = \vec{B} \cdot \vec{A} = BA \cos\theta}$

where $B$ and $A$ are the magnitudes of $\vec{B}$ and $\vec{A}$, and $\theta$ is the angle between $\vec{B}$ and $\vec{A}$. The area vector $\vec{A}$ is a vector with magnitude equal to the area and direction perpendicular to the plane of the surface.

Plane area A placed in uniform magnetic field B.

For a curved surface or a non-uniform magnetic field, the total magnetic flux is calculated by dividing the surface into small area elements $d\vec{A}$ and summing (integrating) the flux through each element:

$\mathbf{\Phi_B = \int \vec{B} \cdot d\vec{A}}$

The SI unit of magnetic flux is the **weber (Wb)**, which is equivalent to a tesla meter squared ($\textsf{T m}^2$). Magnetic flux is a scalar quantity.

Magnetic field vectors Bi at different area elements dAi of a curved surface.



Faraday’S Law Of Induction

Based on his experimental observations, Faraday formulated a law relating the induced emf in a circuit to the rate of change of magnetic flux through the circuit.

**Faraday's Law of Electromagnetic Induction:** The magnitude of the induced electromotive force (emf, $\epsilon$) in a circuit is equal to the time rate of change of magnetic flux ($\Phi_B$) through the circuit.

Mathematically, the induced emf is given by:

$\mathbf{\epsilon = -\frac{d\Phi_B}{dt}}$

The negative sign is included to indicate the direction of the induced emf and current, as given by Lenz's law (discussed next). If the magnetic flux is changing at a steady rate over a time interval $\Delta t$, the average induced emf is $\epsilon = -\frac{\Delta\Phi_B}{\Delta t}$.

For a closely wound coil consisting of $N$ turns, the magnetic flux is linked with each turn. If the flux through each turn is $\Phi_B$, the total flux linkage is $N\Phi_B$. The total induced emf in the coil is:

$\mathbf{\epsilon = -N\frac{d\Phi_B}{dt}}$

The induced emf can be increased by increasing the number of turns in the coil. Magnetic flux $\Phi_B = BA\cos\theta$ can be changed in three ways (or a combination):

In all these cases, a change in magnetic flux induces an emf and, if the circuit is closed, a current.

Example 6.2. A square loop of side 10 cm and resistance 0.5 W is placed vertically in the east-west plane. A uniform magnetic field of 0.10 T is set up across the plane in the north-east direction. The magnetic field is decreased to zero in 0.70 s at a steady rate. Determine the magnitudes of induced emf and current during this time-interval.

Answer:

Given: Square loop of side $l = 10 \text{ cm} = 0.10 \text{ m}$. Area $A = l^2 = (0.10 \text{ m})^2 = 0.01 \text{ m}^2$. Resistance $R = 0.5 \Omega$. The loop is vertical in the east-west plane. The magnetic field is uniform, initial magnitude $B_{initial} = 0.10 \text{ T}$, final magnitude $B_{final} = 0 \text{ T}$. Time interval $\Delta t = 0.70 \text{ s}$. The field is in the north-east direction, across the plane of the loop. This means the field is in the plane of the loop, but making an angle with the plane? No, "across the plane" usually means the field is perpendicular to the area vector of the loop. The loop is in the east-west plane. This means the loop is oriented vertically. Its area vector can be in the north or south direction (perpendicular to the plane). The magnetic field is in the north-east direction.

Let's assume "across the plane in the north-east direction" means the field vector $\vec{B}$ is in the North-East direction. The loop is in the East-West plane, vertically. The area vector of the loop can point North or South. The angle between the North direction and the North-East direction is 45°. So the angle $\theta$ between the area vector (pointing North, say) and the magnetic field (North-East) is 45°. The area vector can also point South, in which case the angle with North-East is $180^\circ - 45^\circ = 135^\circ$. The flux $\Phi_B = BA\cos\theta$ depends on $\cos\theta$. $\cos(45^\circ) = 1/\sqrt{2}$, $\cos(135^\circ) = -1/\sqrt{2}$. Let's take the area vector pointing North, $\theta=45^\circ$.

Initial magnetic flux through the loop: $\Phi_{B,initial} = B_{initial} A \cos\theta = (0.10 \text{ T}) \times (0.01 \text{ m}^2) \times \cos(45^\circ) = 0.001 \times (1/\sqrt{2}) \text{ Wb} = 0.001 / \sqrt{2} \text{ Wb}$.

Final magnetic flux: $\Phi_{B,final} = B_{final} A \cos\theta = 0 \times (0.01) \times \cos(45^\circ) = 0 \text{ Wb}$.

Change in magnetic flux: $\Delta\Phi_B = \Phi_{B,final} - \Phi_{B,initial} = 0 - 0.001/\sqrt{2} = -0.001/\sqrt{2} \text{ Wb}$.

The magnitude of the induced emf is $|\epsilon| = |\frac{\Delta\Phi_B}{\Delta t}|$ since the field is changing at a steady rate (constant rate of change). Time interval $\Delta t = 0.70 \text{ s}$.

$|\epsilon| = \left|\frac{-0.001/\sqrt{2} \text{ Wb}}{0.70 \text{ s}}\right| = \frac{0.001}{0.70 \sqrt{2}} \text{ V} = \frac{10^{-3}}{0.7 \times 1.414} \text{ V} \approx \frac{10^{-3}}{0.9898} \text{ V} \approx 1.01 \times 10^{-3} \text{ V} = 1.01 \text{ mV}$.

The text's calculation is $0.1 \times 10^{-2} / \sqrt{2} / 0.7 = 10^{-3} / (0.7 \sqrt{2}) \approx 1.0 \text{ mV}$. Let's assume the text's value is correct due to possible rounding in $\sqrt{2}$. $1.0 \text{ mV} = 1.0 \times 10^{-3} \text{ V}$.

The magnitude of the induced current is $I = |\epsilon| / R$.

$I = \frac{1.0 \times 10^{-3} \text{ V}}{0.5 \Omega} = 2.0 \times 10^{-3} \text{ A} = 2.0 \text{ mA}$.

The text's calculation $I = \frac{1.0 \times 10^{-3} \text{ V}}{0.5 \Omega} = 2 \text{ mA}$ matches.

Magnitudes of induced emf and current are approximately $1.0$ mV and $2.0$ mA.

Example 6.3. A circular coil of radius 10 cm, 500 turns and resistance 2 W is placed with its plane perpendicular to the horizontal component of the earth’s magnetic field. It is rotated about its vertical diameter through 180° in 0.25 s. Estimate the magnitudes of the emf and current induced in the coil. Horizontal component of the earth’s magnetic field at the place is $3.0 \times 10^{–5}$ T.

Answer:

Given: Circular coil radius $R = 10 \text{ cm} = 0.10 \text{ m}$. Area $A = \pi R^2 = \pi (0.10)^2 = 0.01\pi \text{ m}^2$. Number of turns $N = 500$. Resistance $R_{coil} = 2 \Omega$. Horizontal component of Earth's magnetic field $B_H = 3.0 \times 10^{-5} \text{ T}$.

Initially, the coil's plane is perpendicular to $B_H$. This means the area vector $\vec{A}$ is parallel or antiparallel to $B_H$. Let's assume $\vec{A}$ is parallel to $B_H$. Initial angle $\theta_{initial} = 0^\circ$. Initial flux through each turn $\Phi_{B,initial} = B_H A \cos(0^\circ) = B_H A$.

The coil is rotated about its vertical diameter through 180°. After rotation, the coil's plane is still perpendicular to the original direction of the horizontal field (as it rotated about a diameter in its plane). However, the area vector $\vec{A}$ is now pointing in the opposite direction relative to the horizontal field. Final angle $\theta_{final} = 180^\circ$. Final flux through each turn $\Phi_{B,final} = B_H A \cos(180^\circ) = -B_H A$.

Change in flux through each turn $\Delta\Phi_B = \Phi_{B,final} - \Phi_{B,initial} = -B_H A - B_H A = -2 B_H A$.

Time taken for rotation $\Delta t = 0.25 \text{ s}$. The induced emf is given by Faraday's law $\epsilon = -N \frac{\Delta\Phi_B}{\Delta t}$.

Magnitude of induced emf $|\epsilon| = \left|-N \frac{-2 B_H A}{\Delta t}\right| = \frac{2 N B_H A}{\Delta t}$.

$|\epsilon| = \frac{2 \times 500 \times (3.0 \times 10^{-5} \text{ T}) \times (0.01\pi \text{ m}^2)}{0.25 \text{ s}}$.

$|\epsilon| = \frac{1000 \times 3.0 \times 10^{-5} \times 0.01\pi}{0.25} \text{ V} = \frac{3.0 \times 10^{-2} \times 0.01\pi}{0.25} \text{ V} = \frac{3.0 \times 10^{-4} \pi}{0.25} \text{ V}$.

$|\epsilon| = 12 \pi \times 10^{-4} \text{ V} \approx 12 \times 3.14 \times 10^{-4} \text{ V} \approx 37.68 \times 10^{-4} \text{ V} = 3.768 \times 10^{-3} \text{ V}$.

The text gives $3.8 \times 10^{-3}$ V, which is close.

Magnitude of induced current $I = |\epsilon| / R_{coil}$.

$I = \frac{3.768 \times 10^{-3} \text{ V}}{2 \Omega} = 1.884 \times 10^{-3} \text{ A}$.

The text gives $1.9 \times 10^{-3}$ A, which is close.

Note on instantaneous values: The formula used calculates the average emf over the time interval $\Delta t$ assuming a steady rate of change of flux. If the coil rotates with constant angular speed $\omega$, the instantaneous emf is given by $\epsilon(t) = NBA\omega \sin(\omega t)$, and the rate of change of flux is not constant over the entire 180° rotation.

Magnitudes of induced emf and current are approximately $3.8$ mV and $1.9$ mA.



Lenz’S Law And Conservation Of Energy

**Lenz's law**, formulated by Heinrich Friedrich Lenz, determines the polarity (direction) of the induced emf and current. It states:

**The polarity of induced emf is such that it tends to produce a current which opposes the change in magnetic flux that produced it.**

The negative sign in Faraday's law ($\epsilon = -d\Phi_B/dt$) represents this opposing nature. If the magnetic flux is increasing, the induced current creates a magnetic field that opposes the increase (in the opposite direction). If the flux is decreasing, the induced current creates a field that opposes the decrease (in the same direction).

Example: Pushing the North pole of a magnet towards a coil increases the magnetic flux through the coil (into the coil from the North pole side). The induced current will create a magnetic field opposing this increase, which means it creates a North pole on the side facing the approaching magnet (counter-clockwise current when viewed from the magnet side). This North pole repels the approaching magnet, opposing its motion.

Lenz's law is essentially a statement of the **conservation of energy**. If the induced current aided the change in flux (e.g., attracted the approaching magnet), the magnet would accelerate without external work, creating energy seemingly out of nowhere, violating energy conservation. With Lenz's law, work must be done against the opposing force (e.g., repulsion) to change the flux, and this work is converted into electrical energy (induced emf and current) and subsequently dissipated as heat (Joule heating).

Illustration of Lenz's law with a magnet and coil.

Example 6.4. Figure 6.7 shows planar loops of different shapes moving out of or into a region of a magnetic field which is directed normal to the plane of the loop away from the reader. Determine the direction of induced current in each loop using Lenz’s law.

Diagram for Example 6.4 showing loops moving into or out of a magnetic field region.

Answer:

The magnetic field is normal to the plane of the loop and directed away from the reader (let's say this direction is "inward").

(i) Rectangular loop abcd moving into the field: As the loop enters the field, the magnetic flux through it increases (inward). By Lenz's law, the induced current must oppose this increase. It will create a magnetic field pointing outwards (opposite to the inward field). By the right-hand rule for current loops, a clockwise current creates an inward field, and a counter-clockwise current creates an outward field. Therefore, the induced current must be in the counter-clockwise direction.

Direction of induced current: **bcdab** (counter-clockwise).

(ii) Triangular loop abc moving out of the field: As the loop leaves the field, the magnetic flux through it decreases (inward). The induced current must oppose this decrease by creating a magnetic field pointing inwards (in the same direction as the external field). By the right-hand rule, a clockwise current creates an inward field.

Direction of induced current: **bacb** (clockwise).

(iii) Irregular shaped loop abcd moving out of the field: As the loop leaves the field, the magnetic flux through it decreases (inward). The induced current must oppose this decrease by creating an inward magnetic field. A clockwise current creates an inward field.

Direction of induced current: **cdabc** (clockwise).

Note: Induced current exists only when the magnetic flux through the loop is *changing*. Once the loop is completely inside or completely outside the uniform field region, the flux is constant, and induced emf/current is zero.

Example 6.5. (a) A closed loop is held stationary in the magnetic field between the north and south poles of two permanent magnets held fixed. Can we hope to generate current in the loop by using very strong magnets? (b) A closed loop moves normal to the constant electric field between the plates of a large capacitor. Is a current induced in the loop (i) when it is wholly inside the region between the capacitor plates (ii) when it is partially outside the plates of the capacitor? The electric field is normal to the plane of the loop. (c) A rectangular loop and a circular loop are moving out of a uniform magnetic field region (Fig. 6.8) to a field-free region with a constant velocity v. In which loop do you expect the induced emf to be constant during the passage out of the field region? The field is normal to the loops. (d) Predict the polarity of the capacitor in the situation described by Fig. 6.9.

Diagram for Example 6.5 showing loops moving out of magnetic field and a conductor moving in magnetic field.

Answer:

(a) Stationary loop in a strong magnetic field: Current is induced only when the magnetic flux through the loop **changes** with time ($\epsilon = -d\Phi_B/dt$). If the magnetic field is constant and the loop is stationary, the magnetic flux is constant, regardless of the field strength. Therefore, even with very strong fixed magnets, no current is generated in a stationary loop.

Answer: **No**, strength of magnets does not induce current; changing flux does.

(b) Loop moving in a constant electric field: Induced emf is caused by a changing magnetic flux ($\epsilon = -d\Phi_B/dt$). Magnetic flux is related to the magnetic field. The problem describes movement in an **electric field**, not a magnetic field. Electric fields do not induce magnetic fields in this context, and they do not directly induce electric current in a loop just by moving through them, unless there are specific relativistic effects or secondary magnetic fields involved (beyond the scope of this simple problem). Faraday's law applies to changes in *magnetic* flux.

(i) When the loop is wholly inside the uniform electric field: The electric flux through the loop is constant ($\Phi_E = \int \vec{E} \cdot d\vec{A}$). Also, there is no magnetic field or changing magnetic field mentioned. So, no induced emf or current due to changing magnetic flux.

(ii) When the loop is partially outside: The electric flux through the loop might change as the area within the field changes. But this does not induce *current* in the sense of electromagnetic induction (related to changing magnetic flux). While charge might redistribute on the conductor due to the electric field, leading to temporary currents, this is not the phenomenon of electromagnetic induction as described by Faraday's law (driven by $\Delta\Phi_B/\Delta t$).

Answer: **No** current is induced in either case by simply moving through a constant electric field in this context.

(c) Loops moving out of a uniform magnetic field: Both loops move with constant velocity $v$. The magnetic field is normal to the loops.

For the rectangular loop: As it moves out, the area of the loop *inside* the magnetic field changes linearly with distance. For example, if a side of length $l$ is perpendicular to the velocity, the rate of change of area inside the field is $l \times v = constant$. Since the field is uniform, the rate of change of flux ($\Phi_B = BA_{in}$) is $\frac{d\Phi_B}{dt} = B \frac{dA_{in}}{dt} = B (l \times v) = \text{constant}$. Therefore, the induced emf $|\epsilon| = |\frac{d\Phi_B}{dt}|$ is constant during the passage out of the field.

For the circular loop: As it moves out, the area of the loop *inside* the magnetic field does not change linearly with distance. The shape of the entering/leaving area is part of a circle, and its rate of change with linear displacement is not constant. Therefore, the rate of change of flux is not constant, and the induced emf will vary during the passage out.

Answer: The induced emf is expected to be constant during the passage out of the field region only in the case of the **rectangular loop**.

(d) Polarity of the capacitor: Figure 6.9 shows a metallic rod PQ moving to the left in a magnetic field pointing into the paper. The free charges (electrons) in the rod experience a Lorentz force $\vec{F}_B = q(\vec{v} \times \vec{B})$. The velocity $\vec{v}$ is to the left, and $\vec{B}$ is into the paper. For a positive charge ($q>0$), $\vec{v} \times \vec{B}$ is upwards (using right-hand rule). So positive charges are pushed towards P. For a negative charge (electron, $q<0$), the force $\vec{F}_B$ is in the direction opposite to $\vec{v} \times \vec{B}$, i.e., downwards, towards Q. Electrons accumulate at end Q, leaving end P deficient in electrons (positively charged).

If P and Q are connected to the plates of a capacitor, positive charges effectively move towards P, and negative charges towards Q. Plate A is connected to P, and Plate B is connected to Q.

Answer: The polarity of plate ‘A’ will be **positive** and the polarity of plate ‘B’ will be **negative**.



Motional Electromotive Force

**Motional emf** is the emf induced across a conductor when it moves through a magnetic field. This is one way to achieve a change in magnetic flux.

Consider a straight conductor of length $l$ moving with a constant velocity $\vec{v}$ perpendicular to its length and also perpendicular to a uniform magnetic field $\vec{B}$. Let the rod be part of a closed circuit, as shown in Fig. 6.10. As the rod PQ moves to the left, the area of the loop SPQR decreases. The magnetic flux through the loop $\Phi_B = Blx$ decreases (where $x$ is the distance RQ). The rate of change of flux is $d\Phi_B/dt = B l (dx/dt)$. Since $dx/dt = -v$ (velocity is to the left), $d\Phi_B/dt = -Blv$.

By Faraday's law, the induced emf is $\epsilon = -d\Phi_B/dt = -(-Blv) = Blv$. The magnitude of the induced motional emf is $\mathbf{\epsilon = Blv}$.

Alternatively, this emf can be explained using the Lorentz force. When the conductor PQ moves with velocity $\vec{v}$ in magnetic field $\vec{B}$, the free charge carriers (e.g., electrons) inside it move with the same velocity. They experience a Lorentz force $\vec{F}_B = q(\vec{v} \times \vec{B})$. This force pushes the charges along the length of the conductor (from P to Q in the figure). The work done by this force in moving a charge $q$ from P to Q is $W = \vec{F}_B \cdot \vec{l} = (q(\vec{v} \times \vec{B})) \cdot \vec{l}$. If $\vec{v}, \vec{B}, \vec{l}$ are mutually perpendicular, the force is $q vB$, and the displacement is $l$. Work $W = (qvB) l$. The emf is work per unit charge: $\epsilon = W/q = qvBl / q = Blv$. This matches the result from Faraday's law.

This explanation using Lorentz force is intuitive for moving conductors in a static magnetic field. However, Faraday's law is more general and also applies to stationary conductors in time-varying magnetic fields, where the induced emf arises from the electric field generated by the time-varying magnetic field (as per Maxwell's equations, which unify electricity and magnetism).

Diagram of a rectangular conductor loop with one movable arm in a magnetic field, illustrating motional emf.

Example 6.6. A metallic rod of 1 m length is rotated with a frequency of 50 rev/s, with one end hinged at the centre and the other end at the circumference of a circular metallic ring of radius 1 m, about an axis passing through the centre and perpendicular to the plane of the ring (Fig. 6.11). A constant and uniform magnetic field of 1 T parallel to the axis is present everywhere. What is the emf between the centre and the metallic ring?

Diagram for Example 6.6 showing a rotating metallic rod in contact with a ring in a magnetic field.

Answer:

Given: Length of rod $l = 1$ m. This is also the radius of the circular ring $R = 1$ m. Frequency of rotation $f = 50$ rev/s. Angular frequency $\omega = 2\pi f = 2\pi (50 \text{ s}^{-1}) = 100\pi \text{ rad/s}$. Uniform magnetic field $B = 1$ T, parallel to the axis of rotation (and perpendicular to the plane of rotation). The emf is induced between the center (hinged end) and the rim (other end). This is a case of motional emf as the rod moves in the magnetic field.

The speed of a point on the rod depends on its distance $r$ from the center. The speed is $v = \omega r$. The velocity of each segment $dr$ is perpendicular to both the rod and the magnetic field (since $\vec{v}$ is tangential to the circle of radius $r$, $\vec{B}$ is parallel to the axis, and the rod is radial). The induced emf across an element $dr$ at distance $r$ is $d\epsilon = B v dr = B (\omega r) dr$.

To find the total emf between the center ($r=0$) and the rim ($r=R$), integrate $d\epsilon$ along the length of the rod from $r=0$ to $r=R$.

$\epsilon = \int_0^R d\epsilon = \int_0^R B \omega r dr = B \omega \int_0^R r dr = B \omega \left[\frac{r^2}{2}\right]_0^R = B \omega \left(\frac{R^2}{2} - 0\right) = \frac{1}{2} B \omega R^2$.

Substitute the values: $B=1$ T, $\omega = 100\pi$ rad/s, $R=1$ m.

$\epsilon = \frac{1}{2} \times (1 \text{ T}) \times (100\pi \text{ rad/s}) \times (1 \text{ m})^2 = 50\pi \text{ V}$.

Using $\pi \approx 3.14$: $\epsilon \approx 50 \times 3.14 \text{ V} = 157 \text{ V}$.

The text's answer $157$ V matches this calculation.

The emf between the center and the metallic ring is $157$ V.

Example 6.7. A wheel with 10 metallic spokes each 0.5 m long is rotated with a speed of 120 rev/min in a plane normal to the horizontal component of earth’s magnetic field HE at a place. If HE = 0.4 G at the place, what is the induced emf between the axle and the rim of the wheel? Note that 1 G = $10^{–4}$ T.

Answer:

Given: Number of spokes = 10. Length of each spoke (radius of wheel) $R = 0.5 \text{ m}$. Speed of rotation = 120 rev/min. Horizontal component of Earth's magnetic field $H_E = 0.4 \text{ G} = 0.4 \times 10^{-4} \text{ T} = 4 \times 10^{-5} \text{ T}$. The plane of rotation is normal to $H_E$, so the magnetic field component relevant for induction is $B = H_E$. The spokes are rotating in this field.

Convert speed from rev/min to rev/s: $120 \text{ rev/min} = \frac{120}{60} \text{ rev/s} = 2 \text{ rev/s}$. Frequency $f = 2 \text{ Hz}$. Angular speed $\omega = 2\pi f = 2\pi (2 \text{ s}^{-1}) = 4\pi \text{ rad/s}$.

This is the same situation as in Example 6.6, but with multiple spokes. Each spoke is a metallic rod rotating in a magnetic field. The emf induced between the center (axle) and the tip (rim) of one spoke is given by $\epsilon_{spoke} = \frac{1}{2} B \omega R^2$.

Substitute the values: $B = 4 \times 10^{-5}$ T, $\omega = 4\pi$ rad/s, $R = 0.5$ m.

$\epsilon_{spoke} = \frac{1}{2} \times (4 \times 10^{-5} \text{ T}) \times (4\pi \text{ rad/s}) \times (0.5 \text{ m})^2 = \frac{1}{2} \times 4 \times 10^{-5} \times 4\pi \times 0.25 \text{ V}$.

$\epsilon_{spoke} = 2 \times 10^{-5} \times \pi \text{ V} = 2\pi \times 10^{-5} \times 0.25 \text{ V} = 0.5\pi \times 10^{-5} \text{ V}$. Wait, $2 \times 10^{-5} \times 4\pi \times 0.25 = 8\pi \times 10^{-5} \times 0.25 = 2\pi \times 10^{-5}$. No. $ (1/2) \times 4 \times 10^{-5} \times 4\pi \times (0.5)^2 = 2 \times 10^{-5} \times 4\pi \times 0.25 = 8\pi \times 10^{-5} \times 0.25 = 2\pi \times 10^{-5}$ V.

Using $\pi \approx 3.14$: $\epsilon_{spoke} \approx 2 \times 3.14 \times 10^{-5} \text{ V} \approx 6.28 \times 10^{-5}$ V.

The spokes are all connected at the center (axle) and at the rim. Effectively, they are connected in parallel between the axle and the rim. When identical voltage sources are connected in parallel, the total voltage across the combination is the same as the voltage of a single source.

The number of spokes (10) is immaterial for the voltage between the axle and the rim. The induced emf between the axle and the rim of the wheel is the same as the emf induced in a single spoke.

The text's calculation is (1/2) $\times 4\pi \times 0.4 \times 10^{-4} \times (0.5)^2 = (1/2) \times 4\pi \times 0.4 \times 10^{-4} \times 0.25 = 2\pi \times 0.1 \times 10^{-4} = 0.2\pi \times 10^{-4} \approx 0.2 \times 3.14 \times 10^{-4} = 0.628 \times 10^{-4} = 6.28 \times 10^{-5}$ V.

Okay, the text used $\omega$ as $4\pi$, $B$ as $0.4 \times 10^{-4}$, $R$ as $0.5$. My calculation $2\pi \times 10^{-5}$ is wrong. $\omega = 4\pi$. $B = 4 \times 10^{-5}$. $R=0.5$. $\epsilon = (1/2) \times (4 \times 10^{-5}) \times (4\pi) \times (0.5)^2 = 2 \times 10^{-5} \times 4\pi \times 0.25 = 8\pi \times 10^{-5} \times 0.25 = 2\pi \times 10^{-5}$ V. No. $2 \times 4\pi \times 0.25 \times 10^{-5} = 2\pi \times 0.25 \times 10^{-5} = 0.5\pi \times 10^{-5}$. Wait, $(1/2) \times 4 \times 10^{-5} \times 4\pi \times (0.5)^2 = (1/2) \times 4 \times 4\pi \times 0.25 \times 10^{-5} = (1/2) \times 16\pi \times 0.25 \times 10^{-5} = 8\pi \times 0.25 \times 10^{-5} = 2\pi \times 10^{-5}$ V. Is the frequency 120 rev/min = 2 rev/s? Yes. $\omega = 4\pi$. $B_H = 0.4 \times 10^{-4}$. $R=0.5$. $\epsilon = (1/2) B_H \omega R^2 = (1/2) (0.4 \times 10^{-4}) (4\pi) (0.5)^2 = (1/2) (0.4 \times 10^{-4}) (4\pi) (0.25) = (0.2 \times 10^{-4}) (4\pi) (0.25) = 0.8\pi \times 0.25 \times 10^{-4} = 0.2\pi \times 10^{-4}$. $0.2\pi \times 10^{-4} \text{ V} \approx 0.2 \times 3.14 \times 10^{-4} \text{ V} = 0.628 \times 10^{-4} \text{ V} = 6.28 \times 10^{-5}$ V. Yes, the text's value is $6.28 \times 10^{-5}$ V. The initial calculation had a typo in the power of 10 for $\pi$.

The induced emf between the axle and the rim is $6.28 \times 10^{-5}$ V.



Energy Consideration: A Quantitative Study

Lenz's law demonstrates that the induced emf opposes the change in flux, consistent with energy conservation. In a moving conductor example (Fig. 6.10), to maintain constant velocity $v$, an external force must counteract the opposing magnetic force $F = IlB$ on the moving arm PQ.

The current in the loop is $I = \epsilon/r$, where $\epsilon = Blv$ is the induced emf and $r$ is the resistance of the loop. Assuming only the arm PQ has resistance $r$, $I = Blv/r$.

The magnetic force on PQ is $F = IlB = (Blv/r)lB = B^2l^2v/r$. This force opposes the velocity $\vec{v}$.

The external agent must apply an equal force $F_{ext} = F = B^2l^2v/r$ in the direction of motion to keep the velocity constant.

The rate at which the external agent does work (mechanical power input) is $P_{mech} = F_{ext} v = (B^2l^2v/r) v = B^2l^2v^2/r$.

This mechanical energy is converted into electrical energy. The power dissipated as Joule heat in the resistor $r$ is $P_{Joule} = I^2 r = (Blv/r)^2 r = (B^2l^2v^2/r^2) r = B^2l^2v^2/r$.

Comparing the two power expressions, $P_{mech} = P_{Joule}$. The mechanical energy input by the external agent is exactly converted into heat dissipated in the circuit. This quantitatively confirms that Lenz's law and the opposing force are necessary for energy conservation.

There is a relationship between the total charge $\Delta Q$ that flows through the circuit and the change in magnetic flux $\Delta \Phi_B$. Over a time interval $\Delta t$, $\epsilon_{avg} = |\Delta\Phi_B/\Delta t|$. If $r$ is the constant resistance, the average current $I_{avg} = \epsilon_{avg}/r = |\Delta\Phi_B/\Delta t| / r$. The total charge that flows is $\Delta Q = I_{avg} \Delta t = (|\Delta\Phi_B/\Delta t| / r) \Delta t = |\Delta\Phi_B|/r$.

$\mathbf{|\Delta Q| = \frac{|\Delta \Phi_B|}{r}}$. This means the total charge flow is determined by the total change in flux and the resistance, independent of how fast the change occurs.

Example 6.8. Refer to Fig. 6.12(a). The arm PQ of the rectangular conductor is moved from x = 0, outwards. The uniform magnetic field is perpendicular to the plane and extends from x = 0 to x = b and is zero for x > b. Only the arm PQ possesses substantial resistance r. Consider the situation when the arm PQ is pulled outwards from x = 0 to x = 2b, and is then moved back to x = 0 with constant speed v. Obtain expressions for the flux, the induced emf, the force necessary to pull the arm and the power dissipated as Joule heat. Sketch the variation of these quantities with distance.

Diagram for Example 6.8 showing a rectangular loop with a movable arm in a magnetic field region.

Answer:

Let the length of the arm PQ be $l$ and its resistance be $r$. The magnetic field is uniform and perpendicular to the plane (into the paper), with magnitude $B$. The field exists for $0 \le x \le b$. The rod PQ moves along the x-axis with constant speed $v$. Assume the arm moves from $x=0$ to $x=2b$ and then back to $x=0$. Let the current direction be clockwise for positive emf.

Forward motion (0 to 2b):

  • Magnetic Flux ($\Phi_B$): At position $x$, the area inside the field is $l \times x$ if $0 \le x \le b$. If $x > b$, the entire width $b$ is inside the field, so area is $l \times b$. $\Phi_B = Blx$ for $0 \le x \le b$. $\Phi_B = Blb$ for $b < x \le 2b$. Plot of $\Phi_B$ vs $x$ is linear increasing from 0 to $Blb$ in $0 \le x \le b$, then constant at $Blb$ in $b < x \le 2b$.
  • Induced emf ($\epsilon$): $\epsilon = -d\Phi_B/dt = -B l (dx/dt) = -Blv$ for $0 \le x < b$ (since $dx/dt = v$). $\epsilon = -d(Blb)/dt = 0$ for $b < x \le 2b$ (flux is constant). Plot of $\epsilon$ vs $x$ is a constant negative value $-Blv$ for $0 \le x < b$, then zero for $b < x \le 2b$. Magnitude $|\epsilon| = Blv$ for $0 \le x < b$, 0 otherwise.
  • Induced Current ($I$): $I = \epsilon/r = -Blv/r$ for $0 \le x < b$. $I = 0$ for $b < x \le 2b$. Plot of $I$ vs $x$ is a constant negative value $-Blv/r$ for $0 \le x < b$, then zero for $b < x \le 2b$.
  • Force ($F$): Force on arm PQ is $F = IlB$ (magnitude). Direction opposes motion (to the left). $F = |I|lB = (|{-Blv/r}|)lB = (Blv/r)lB = B^2l^2v/r$ for $0 \le x < b$. $F = 0$ for $b < x \le 2b$ (since $I=0$). Plot of $F$ vs $x$ is a constant positive value $B^2l^2v/r$ for $0 \le x < b$, then zero for $b < x \le 2b$. This is the force external agent needs to apply to maintain constant velocity.
  • Power ($P_{Joule}$): Joule heating power $P_J = I^2 r = (-Blv/r)^2 r = B^2l^2v^2/r$ for $0 \le x < b$. $P_J = 0$ for $b < x \le 2b$. Plot of $P_J$ vs $x$ is a constant positive value $B^2l^2v^2/r$ for $0 \le x < b$, then zero for $b < x \le 2b$. This power comes from the work done by the external agent $P_{mech} = F v = (B^2l^2v/r) v = B^2l^2v^2/r$, which matches $P_J$.

Inward motion (2b to 0): The arm moves from $x=2b$ back to $x=0$ with speed $v$. Here $dx/dt = -v$. The motion is in the negative x direction. Velocity $\vec{v}$ is to the right. Magnetic force $\vec{F}_B = q(\vec{v} \times \vec{B})$. $\vec{v}$ is right, $\vec{B}$ is into page. $\vec{v} \times \vec{B}$ is downwards. Force on positive charge is down, on electron is up (towards P). Electrons accumulate at P, leaving Q positive. Emf direction Q to P. Current direction clockwise. Or use flux. As it moves from $x>b$ to $x

Sketches (vs x):

  • $\Phi_B$: Rises linearly from 0 to Blb (0 to b), then constant at Blb (b to 2b). Decreases linearly from Blb to 0 (b to 0).
  • $\epsilon$: Constant negative -Blv (0 to b), then 0 (b to 2b). Constant positive Blv (b to 0).
  • $I$: Constant negative -Blv/r (0 to b), then 0 (b to 2b). Constant positive Blv/r (b to 0).
  • $F$: Constant positive $B^2l^2v/r$ (0 to b), then 0 (b to 2b). Constant positive $B^2l^2v/r$ (b to 0).
  • $P_J$: Constant positive $B^2l^2v^2/r$ (0 to b), then 0 (b to 2b). Constant positive $B^2l^2v^2/r$ (b to 0).

The text's Fig. 6.12(b) shows sketches for forward motion (0 to 2b) only. The plots for induced emf, current, force, and power are non-zero only in the region where the magnetic field is present and changing (0 to b), then zero (b to 2b). The values are constant in the 0 to b region because the velocity and field are uniform. The plots show constant magnitude for emf, current, force, and power in the range 0 to b, and zero thereafter.

For inward motion, the magnitude plots would be the same, but emf and current would be positive in the region 0 to b.



Eddy Currents

When a **bulk piece of conductor** is subjected to a changing magnetic flux, induced currents are produced within the body of the conductor. These currents do not flow in well-defined paths like in wires but circulate within the volume of the conductor, resembling swirling eddies in water. These are called **eddy currents** (discovered by Foucault).

Experiment: Allowing a copper plate to swing into and out of a strong magnetic field. The motion is strongly damped, and the plate quickly stops. This is because as the plate moves, the magnetic flux through different parts of it changes, inducing eddy currents. By Lenz's law, these induced currents create magnetic fields that oppose the motion, resulting in a braking force. The direction of eddy currents reverses when the plate swings out compared to when it swings in.

Diagram showing eddy currents in a copper plate swinging into a magnetic field.

Eddy currents are undesirable in devices with metallic cores subjected to changing magnetic flux (transformers, motors) as they cause heating (Joule dissipation) and energy loss. To minimise eddy currents, the metallic core is typically made of **laminations** (thin sheets) insulated from each other by a thin layer of lacquer. The laminations are oriented parallel to the magnetic field lines, breaking up the paths for large eddy currents to flow and thus reducing their strength. Since power dissipation is proportional to the square of the current, this greatly reduces heat loss.

Diagram showing reduction of eddy currents by making slots in a plate and by using laminations.

However, eddy currents are used to advantage in several applications:

Example 6.8 (continued). Refer to Fig. 6.12(a). The arm PQ of the rectangular conductor is moved from x = 0, outwards. The uniform magnetic field is perpendicular to the plane and extends from x = 0 to x = b and is zero for x > b. Only the arm PQ possesses substantial resistance r. Consider the situation when the arm PQ is pulled outwards from x = 0 to x = 2b, and is then moved back to x = 0 with constant speed v. Obtain expressions for the flux, the induced emf, the force necessary to pull the arm and the power dissipated as Joule heat. Sketch the variation of these quantities with distance. (Sketch is shown in Fig. 6.12(b) in text for forward motion.)

Answer:

Let's provide the sketches for both forward and inward motion (from $x=2b$ back to $x=0$). Let the length of PQ be $l$ and its resistance be $r$. Magnetic field $B$ is uniform from $x=0$ to $x=b$, and zero for $x>b$. Velocity is constant speed $v$. Assume outward velocity is $+v$ and inward velocity is $-v$ (i.e., $dx/dt = v$ for forward, $dx/dt = -v$ for inward). For consistent emf/current direction, use flux change. Outward motion increases inward flux (negative emf/current). Inward motion decreases inward flux (positive emf/current).

Forward motion ($x$: 0 $\to$ 2b):

  • Flux $\Phi_B$: $Blx$ for $0 \le x \le b$, $Blb$ for $b < x \le 2b$. (Increases linearly then constant)
  • Emf $\epsilon = -d\Phi_B/dt = -Bl(dx/dt) = -Blv$ for $0 \le x < b$. $\epsilon = 0$ for $b < x \le 2b$. (Constant negative then zero)
  • Current $I = \epsilon/r = -Blv/r$ for $0 \le x < b$. $I = 0$ for $b < x \le 2b$. (Constant negative then zero)
  • Force $F_{ext}$ (magnitude): $B^2l^2v/r$ for $0 \le x < b$. $F_{ext} = 0$ for $b < x \le 2b$. (Constant positive then zero)
  • Power $P_J = P_{mech}$: $B^2l^2v^2/r$ for $0 \le x < b$. $P_J = 0$ for $b < x \le 2b$. (Constant positive then zero)

Inward motion ($x$: 2b $\to$ 0):

  • Flux $\Phi_B$: $Blb$ for $b \le x \le 2b$, $Blx$ for $0 \le x < b$. (Constant then decreases linearly)
  • Emf $\epsilon = -d\Phi_B/dt = -Bl(dx/dt) = -Bl(-v) = Blv$ for $0 \le x < b$. $\epsilon = 0$ for $b \le x \le 2b$. (Zero then constant positive)
  • Current $I = \epsilon/r = Blv/r$ for $0 \le x < b$. $I = 0$ for $b \le x \le 2b$. (Zero then constant positive)
  • Force $F_{ext}$: $B^2l^2v/r$ for $0 \le x < b$. $F_{ext} = 0$ for $b \le x \le 2b$. (Constant positive then zero)
  • Power $P_J = P_{mech}$: $B^2l^2v^2/r$ for $0 \le x < b$. $P_J = 0$ for $b \le x \le 2b$. (Constant positive then zero)

Sketches (plots vs $x$ from 0 to 2b, then 2b to 0, representing forward and backward travel):

Flux ($\Phi_B$):

Sketch of flux vs x for forward and backward motion.

Induced Emf ($\epsilon$):

Sketch of induced emf vs x for forward and backward motion.

Induced Current ($I$):

Sketch of induced current vs x for forward and backward motion.

Force ($F_{ext}$):

Sketch of force vs x for forward and backward motion.

Power ($P_J$):

Sketch of power vs x for forward and backward motion.


Inductance

Inductance is a property of an electric circuit or device that relates the magnetic flux linkage ($\Phi_{linkage}$) to the electric current ($I$) producing the flux. Flux linkage is the total magnetic flux associated with a coil, considering the flux through each turn. For a coil of $N$ turns, the total flux linkage is $N\Phi_B$, where $\Phi_B$ is the flux through one turn (assuming all turns are linked by the same flux).

The flux linkage is proportional to the current $I$ in the coil:

$\mathbf{N\Phi_B \propto I}$

The constant of proportionality is called **inductance**. Inductance depends on the geometry of the coil (shape, size, number of turns) and the magnetic properties of the material within or around the coil (permeability). Inductance is a scalar quantity. The SI unit of inductance is the **henry (H)**. $1 \text{ H} = 1 \text{ Wb/A}$.

Based on how the flux change is produced, we distinguish between mutual inductance and self-inductance.


Mutual Inductance

Mutual inductance ($M$) describes the induction of an emf in one coil (coil 1) due to a changing current in a **nearby coil** (coil 2). It quantifies how much magnetic flux is linked with coil 1 for a given current in coil 2.

If current $I_2$ flows in coil 2, the magnetic flux $\Phi_1$ linked with each turn of coil 1 is such that the total flux linkage with coil 1 ($N_1 \Phi_1$) is proportional to $I_2$:

$\mathbf{N_1\Phi_1 = M_{12}I_2}$

$M_{12}$ is the mutual inductance of coil 1 with respect to coil 2. The induced emf in coil 1 due to a changing current in coil 2 is given by Faraday's law:

$\mathbf{\epsilon_1 = -N_1 \frac{d\Phi_1}{dt} = -\frac{d(M_{12}I_2)}{dt} = -M_{12} \frac{dI_2}{dt}}$ (assuming $M_{12}$ is constant in time)

Similarly, if current $I_1$ flows in coil 1, it creates magnetic flux $\Phi_2$ linked with each turn of coil 2. The total flux linkage is $N_2 \Phi_2 \propto I_1$.

$\mathbf{N_2\Phi_2 = M_{21}I_1}$

$M_{21}$ is the mutual inductance of coil 2 with respect to coil 1. The induced emf in coil 2 due to a changing current in coil 1 is $\epsilon_2 = -M_{21} \frac{dI_1}{dt}$.

A remarkable result is the **equality of mutual inductances**: For any two coils, $M_{12} = M_{21} = M$. This equality is generally true, even if the coils have different sizes, shapes, or are placed in different orientations. Mutual inductance $M$ depends on the geometry of both coils and their relative separation and orientation, and the magnetic properties of the medium.

Diagram showing two co-axial solenoids.

For two long co-axial solenoids (length $l$, turns/length $n_1, n_2$, radii $r_1, r_2$): $M = \mu_0 n_1 n_2 \pi r_1^2 l$ if inner solenoid is $r_1$, or $M = \mu_0 n_1 n_2 \pi r_2^2 l$ if inner is $r_2$. Assuming $r_1 < r_2$, the field from $S_1$ is contained in $S_1$, flux links $S_2$ only where $S_2$ overlaps $S_1$. Field from $S_2$ links $S_1$ only within $S_1$. If $r_1$ is inner, $r_2$ is outer: $M = \mu_0 n_1 n_2 \pi r_1^2 l$. If medium has relative permeability $\mu_r$, $M = \mu_r \mu_0 n_1 n_2 \pi r_1^2 l$.

Example 6.9. Two concentric circular coils, one of small radius r1 and the other of large radius r2, such that r1 << r2, are placed co-axially with centres coinciding. Obtain the mutual inductance of the arrangement.

Answer:

Given: Inner coil radius $r_1$, outer coil radius $r_2$, $r_1 \ll r_2$. Coils are concentric and co-axial.

Let's find the mutual inductance $M_{12}$ (flux linkage with coil 1 due to current in coil 2). Assume current $I_2$ flows in the outer coil (radius $r_2$). The magnetic field produced by the outer coil at its center is $B_2 = \frac{\mu_0 I_2}{2r_2}$. Since the inner coil (radius $r_1$) is much smaller and placed at the center, we can approximate the magnetic field due to the outer coil as uniform over the area of the inner coil, with magnitude $B_2$.

The flux through the inner coil (coil 1) is $\Phi_1 = B_2 \times (\text{Area of coil 1}) = \frac{\mu_0 I_2}{2r_2} \times (\pi r_1^2)$.

Assuming the inner coil has $N_1$ turns, the flux linkage with coil 1 is $N_1\Phi_1 = N_1 \frac{\mu_0 I_2 \pi r_1^2}{2r_2}$.

By definition, $N_1\Phi_1 = M_{12} I_2$.

$M_{12} I_2 = N_1 \frac{\mu_0 I_2 \pi r_1^2}{2r_2}$.

$M_{12} = \frac{\mu_0 N_1 \pi r_1^2}{2r_2}$.

By equality of mutual inductances, $M_{21} = M_{12}$. We can also calculate $M_{21}$ (flux linkage with coil 2 due to current in coil 1). Assume current $I_1$ flows in the inner coil (radius $r_1$, $N_1$ turns). The magnetic field produced by the inner coil varies with distance. Calculating the flux linkage with the outer coil (radius $r_2$) directly would be complex. However, knowing $M_{12} = M_{21}$, we have $M_{21} = \frac{\mu_0 N_1 \pi r_1^2}{2r_2}$. If the outer coil has $N_2$ turns, the definition $N_2\Phi_2 = M_{21} I_1$ means the flux linkage is $N_2 \times (\text{average flux through one turn of coil 2})$. The average flux through one turn of coil 2 due to $I_1$ in coil 1 is $\Phi_2 = M_{21} I_1 / N_2$. Using the formula with $N_1$ and $N_2$ turns, $M = \mu_0 n_1 n_2 \pi r_1^2 l$ where $n_1=N_1/l_1, n_2=N_2/l_2$. If we assume both are thin loops, $M = \frac{\mu_0 N_1 N_2 \pi r_1^2}{2 r_2}$. Yes, this formula holds if we consider the entire coils.

The mutual inductance is $M = \frac{\mu_0 N_1 \pi r_1^2}{2r_2}$.


Self-Inductance

Self-inductance ($L$) describes the induction of an emf in a coil due to a changing current **within the same coil**. As the current in a coil changes, the magnetic flux through the coil due to its own current also changes. By Faraday's law, this change in flux induces a back emf in the same coil that opposes the change in current.

The total flux linkage ($N\Phi_B$) through a coil of $N$ turns due to its own current $I$ is proportional to the current $I$:

$\mathbf{N\Phi_B = LI}$

$L$ is the self-inductance (or coefficient of self-induction). It depends on the geometry of the coil and the magnetic properties of the core material. The SI unit is the henry (H).

By Faraday's law, the induced emf ($\epsilon$) in the coil due to its own changing current is:

$\mathbf{\epsilon = -N \frac{d\Phi_B}{dt} = -\frac{d(LI)}{dt} = -L \frac{dI}{dt}}$ (assuming $L$ is constant in time)

The self-induced emf (back emf) opposes the change in current ($dI/dt$). If current is increasing, $\epsilon$ opposes the increase; if current is decreasing, $\epsilon$ opposes the decrease.

Self-inductance acts as the **electromagnetic analogue of mass or inertia** in mechanics. It opposes changes in the "state of current" in the circuit. Work is done against the back emf to establish a current in an inductor, and this work is stored as magnetic potential energy in the magnetic field created by the current.

For a long solenoid of length $l$, cross-sectional area $A$, and $n$ turns per unit length, with a core of relative permeability $\mu_r$, the magnetic field is $B = \mu_r \mu_0 n I$. The flux linkage is $N\Phi_B = (nl)(B A) = (nl) (\mu_r \mu_0 n I) A = \mu_r \mu_0 n^2 Al I$.

By definition, $N\Phi_B = LI$. So, the self-inductance is:

$\mathbf{L = \mu_r \mu_0 n^2 Al}$

Self-inductance depends on $n^2$ (number of turns squared), area $A$, length $l$, and permeability of the core. For an air core, $\mu_r = 1$.

The energy required to build up a current $I$ in an inductor (ignoring resistance) is stored as magnetic potential energy $U_L$. The power input is $P = \epsilon I = |-L dI/dt| I$. The work done is $W = \int P dt = \int_0^I L \frac{dI'}{dt} dt = \int_0^I L dI' = \frac{1}{2}LI^2$.

$\mathbf{U_L = \frac{1}{2} LI^2}$

Example 6.10. (a) Obtain the expression for the magnetic energy stored in a solenoid in terms of magnetic field B, area A and length l of the solenoid. (b) How does this magnetic energy compare with the electrostatic energy stored in a capacitor?

Answer:

(a) Magnetic energy in a solenoid: The magnetic energy stored in an inductor (like a solenoid) is $U_B = \frac{1}{2} LI^2$. We need to express this in terms of $B, A,$ and $l$. For a long solenoid, $B = \mu_0 n I$ (assuming air core, $\mu_r=1$). Also $L = \mu_0 n^2 Al$. The number of turns per unit length is $n$. Total length is $l$, area is $A$. So total turns $N = nl$. From $B = \mu_0 n I$, current $I = B/(\mu_0 n)$. Substitute into the energy formula: $U_B = \frac{1}{2} L I^2 = \frac{1}{2} (\mu_0 n^2 Al) \left(\frac{B}{\mu_0 n}\right)^2 = \frac{1}{2} \mu_0 n^2 Al \frac{B^2}{\mu_0^2 n^2} = \frac{1}{2} \frac{\mu_0 n^2 Al B^2}{\mu_0^2 n^2} = \frac{1}{2} \frac{Al B^2}{\mu_0}$.

The volume of the solenoid is $V = Al$. So the magnetic energy density (energy per unit volume) is $u_B = U_B / V = \frac{1}{2} \frac{B^2}{\mu_0}$.

Total magnetic energy stored in the solenoid is $\mathbf{U_B = \frac{1}{2} \frac{B^2}{\mu_0} Al}$.

(b) Comparison with electrostatic energy in a capacitor: The electrostatic energy stored in a capacitor is $U_E = \frac{1}{2} CV^2 = \frac{1}{2} \frac{Q^2}{C} = \frac{1}{2} QV$. For a parallel plate capacitor, the energy density of the electric field is $u_E = \frac{1}{2} \epsilon_0 E^2$. Total energy is $U_E = u_E \times V = \frac{1}{2} \epsilon_0 E^2 V$ (where V is the volume). Comparing the energy density formulas: Magnetic energy density: $u_B = \frac{1}{2} \frac{B^2}{\mu_0}$ Electrostatic energy density: $u_E = \frac{1}{2} \epsilon_0 E^2$

In both cases, the energy density is proportional to the square of the respective field strength. They involve the fundamental constants related to the medium's ability to store electric ($\epsilon_0$) or magnetic ($\mu_0$) energy.



Ac Generator

An **AC generator** (alternating current generator) is a device that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy based on the principle of electromagnetic induction. It generates an alternating emf and current.

Basic principle: When a coil rotates in a magnetic field, the magnetic flux through the coil changes with time, inducing an emf. The ends of the coil are connected to an external circuit via slip rings and brushes.

Consider a coil of $N$ turns and area $A$ rotating with a constant angular speed $\omega$ in a uniform magnetic field $\vec{B}$. Let the axis of rotation be perpendicular to $\vec{B}$. If at time $t=0$, the area vector $\vec{A}$ is perpendicular to $\vec{B}$ ($\theta=90^\circ$), at time $t$, the angle between $\vec{A}$ and $\vec{B}$ is $\theta = 90^\circ - \omega t$. Flux $\Phi_B = BA\cos(90^\circ - \omega t) = BA\sin(\omega t)$. (If at $t=0$, $\vec{A}$ is parallel to $\vec{B}$, $\theta=\omega t$, $\Phi_B = BA\cos(\omega t)$).

Using $\Phi_B = BA\cos(\omega t)$ (assuming $\theta=0$ at $t=0$), the induced emf $\epsilon = -N \frac{d\Phi_B}{dt} = -N \frac{d}{dt}(BA\cos(\omega t)) = -NBA \frac{d}{dt}(\cos(\omega t)) = -NBA (-\omega \sin(\omega t)) = NBA\omega \sin(\omega t)$.

The instantaneous induced emf is $\mathbf{\epsilon(t) = NBA\omega \sin(\omega t)}$.

This is a sinusoidally varying emf. The maximum value of the emf is $\epsilon_0 = NBA\omega$.

$\mathbf{\epsilon(t) = \epsilon_0 \sin(\omega t)}$.

Since $\omega = 2\pi f$, where $f$ is the frequency of rotation, $\mathbf{\epsilon(t) = \epsilon_0 \sin(2\pi f t)}$.

The emf alternates in polarity as $\sin(\omega t)$ varies between $+1$ and $-1$. This induces an alternating current in a closed circuit. The frequency of the generated ac is equal to the frequency of rotation of the coil. In many commercial generators, the coils are stationary, and electromagnets are rotated.

AC generators are powered by various means: falling water (hydroelectric), steam from burning fuel (thermal) or nuclear reactions (nuclear), wind, etc.

Diagram of an AC generator showing rotating coil, magnetic field, slip rings, and brushes.
Graph of alternating emf vs time.

Example 6.11. Kamla peddles a stationary bicycle. The pedals of the bicycle are attached to a 100 turn coil of area 0.10 m$^2$. The coil rotates at half a revolution per second and it is placed in a uniform magnetic field of 0.01 T perpendicular to the axis of rotation of the coil. What is the maximum voltage generated in the coil?

Answer:

Given: Number of turns $N = 100$. Area of coil $A = 0.10 \text{ m}^2$. Frequency of rotation $f = 0.5 \text{ rev/s}$. Uniform magnetic field $B = 0.01 \text{ T}$. The field is perpendicular to the axis of rotation, which is the standard setup for an AC generator.

The induced emf in the coil is given by $\epsilon(t) = NBA\omega \sin(\omega t)$, where $\omega = 2\pi f$. The maximum voltage generated is the amplitude of this alternating emf, $\epsilon_0 = NBA\omega$.

Calculate $\omega$: $\omega = 2\pi f = 2\pi (0.5 \text{ s}^{-1}) = \pi \text{ rad/s}$.

Calculate the maximum voltage $\epsilon_0$: $\epsilon_0 = N B A \omega$.

$\epsilon_0 = (100) \times (0.01 \text{ T}) \times (0.10 \text{ m}^2) \times (\pi \text{ rad/s})$.

$\epsilon_0 = 100 \times 0.01 \times 0.1 \times \pi \text{ V} = 1 \times 0.1 \times \pi \text{ V} = 0.1\pi \text{ V}$.

Using $\pi \approx 3.14$: $\epsilon_0 \approx 0.1 \times 3.14 \text{ V} = 0.314 \text{ V}$.

The text's answer $0.314$ V matches this calculation.

The maximum voltage generated in the coil is approximately 0.314 V.



Summary

This chapter explores electromagnetic induction, the phenomenon where changing magnetic flux induces electric currents and emfs.



Exercises

Questions covering predicting induced current/emf direction using Lenz's law, calculating induced emf/current due to changing flux (varying B, A, or $\theta$), motional emf calculations, energy conversion and dissipation, eddy currents and their applications/minimisation, mutual and self-inductance calculations for specific geometries (solenoids, coils), energy storage in inductors, and the principles/operation of an AC generator.



Exercises



Question 6.1. Predict the direction of induced current in the situations described by the following Figs. 6.18(a) to (f ).

Six scenarios showing magnets and coils. (a) South pole of a bar magnet moving towards a coil. (b) South pole moving towards one coil and north pole moving towards another, with coils wound in opposite directions. (c) A tapping key is just closed in a circuit with a coil adjacent to another coil. (d) A rheostat setting is being changed in a primary circuit, affecting a secondary coil. (e) A tapping key is just released in a primary circuit. (f) A current is decreasing in a straight wire above a loop.

Answer:

Question 6.2. Use Lenz’s law to determine the direction of induced current in the situations described by Fig. 6.19:

(a) A wire of irregular shape turning into a circular shape;

(b) A circular loop being deformed into a narrow straight wire.

(a) An irregular wire loop is placed in a magnetic field directed into the page. The loop is changing into a circular shape. (b) A circular loop in a magnetic field directed out of the page is being deformed into a straight wire.

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Question 6.3. A long solenoid with 15 turns per cm has a small loop of area 2.0 cm$^2$ placed inside the solenoid normal to its axis. If the current carried by the solenoid changes steadily from 2.0 A to 4.0 A in 0.1 s, what is the induced emf in the loop while the current is changing?

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Question 6.4. A rectangular wire loop of sides 8 cm and 2 cm with a small cut is moving out of a region of uniform magnetic field of magnitude 0.3 T directed normal to the loop. What is the emf developed across the cut if the velocity of the loop is 1 cm s$^{–1}$ in a direction normal to the (a) longer side, (b) shorter side of the loop? For how long does the induced voltage last in each case?

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Question 6.5. A 1.0 m long metallic rod is rotated with an angular frequency of 400 rad s$^{–1}$ about an axis normal to the rod passing through its one end. The other end of the rod is in contact with a circular metallic ring. A constant and uniform magnetic field of 0.5 T parallel to the axis exists everywhere. Calculate the emf developed between the centre and the ring.

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Question 6.6. A circular coil of radius 8.0 cm and 20 turns is rotated about its vertical diameter with an angular speed of 50 rad s$^{–1}$ in a uniform horizontal magnetic field of magnitude $3.0 \times 10^{–2}$ T. Obtain the maximum and average emf induced in the coil. If the coil forms a closed loop of resistance 10 $\Omega$, calculate the maximum value of current in the coil. Calculate the average power loss due to Joule heating. Where does this power come from?

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Question 6.7. A horizontal straight wire 10 m long extending from east to west is falling with a speed of 5.0 m s$^{–1}$, at right angles to the horizontal component of the earth’s magnetic field, $0.30 \times 10^{–4} \text{ Wb m}^{–2}$.

(a) What is the instantaneous value of the emf induced in the wire?

(b) What is the direction of the emf?

(c) Which end of the wire is at the higher electrical potential?

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Question 6.8. Current in a circuit falls from 5.0 A to 0.0 A in 0.1 s. If an average emf of 200 V induced, give an estimate of the self-inductance of the circuit.

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Question 6.9. A pair of adjacent coils has a mutual inductance of 1.5 H. If the current in one coil changes from 0 to 20 A in 0.5 s, what is the change of flux linkage with the other coil?

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Question 6.10. A jet plane is travelling towards west at a speed of 1800 km/h. What is the voltage difference developed between the ends of the wing having a span of 25 m, if the Earth’s magnetic field at the location has a magnitude of $5 \times 10^{–4}$ T and the dip angle is 30°.

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ADDITIONAL EXERCISES

Question 6.11. Suppose the loop in Exercise 6.4 is stationary but the current feeding the electromagnet that produces the magnetic field is gradually reduced so that the field decreases from its initial value of 0.3 T at the rate of 0.02 T s$^{–1}$. If the cut is joined and the loop has a resistance of 1.6 $\Omega$, how much power is dissipated by the loop as heat? What is the source of this power?

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Question 6.12. A square loop of side 12 cm with its sides parallel to X and Y axes is moved with a velocity of 8 cm s$^{–1}$ in the positive x-direction in an environment containing a magnetic field in the positive z-direction. The field is neither uniform in space nor constant in time. It has a gradient of $10^{–3}$ T cm$^{–1}$ along the negative x-direction (that is it increases by $10^{–3}$ T cm$^{–1}$ as one moves in the negative x-direction), and it is decreasing in time at the rate of $10^{–3}$ T s$^{–1}$. Determine the direction and magnitude of the induced current in the loop if its resistance is 4.50 m$\Omega$.

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Question 6.13. It is desired to measure the magnitude of field between the poles of a powerful loud speaker magnet. A small flat search coil of area 2 cm$^2$ with 25 closely wound turns, is positioned normal to the field direction, and then quickly snatched out of the field region. Equivalently, one can give it a quick 90° turn to bring its plane parallel to the field direction). The total charge flown in the coil (measured by a ballistic galvanometer connected to coil) is 7.5 mC. The combined resistance of the coil and the galvanometer is 0.50 $\Omega$. Estimate the field strength of magnet.

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Question 6.14. Figure 6.20 shows a metal rod PQ resting on the smooth rails AB and positioned between the poles of a permanent magnet. The rails, the rod, and the magnetic field are in three mutual perpendicular directions. A galvanometer G connects the rails through a switch K. Length of the rod = 15 cm, B = 0.50 T, resistance of the closed loop containing the rod = 9.0 m$\Omega$. Assume the field to be uniform.

A metal rod PQ on parallel rails AB is in a uniform magnetic field directed downwards. A galvanometer G is connected to the rails via a switch K.

(a) Suppose K is open and the rod is moved with a speed of 12 cm s$^{–1}$ in the direction shown. Give the polarity and magnitude of the induced emf.

(b) Is there an excess charge built up at the ends of the rods when K is open? What if K is closed?

(c) With K open and the rod moving uniformly, there is no net force on the electrons in the rod PQ even though they do experience magnetic force due to the motion of the rod. Explain.

(d) What is the retarding force on the rod when K is closed?

(e) How much power is required (by an external agent) to keep the rod moving at the same speed (=12cm s$^{–1}$) when K is closed? How much power is required when K is open?

(f) How much power is dissipated as heat in the closed circuit? What is the source of this power?

(g) What is the induced emf in the moving rod if the magnetic field is parallel to the rails instead of being perpendicular?

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Question 6.15. An air-cored solenoid with length 30 cm, area of cross-section 25 cm$^2$ and number of turns 500, carries a current of 2.5 A. The current is suddenly switched off in a brief time of $10^{–3}$ s. How much is the average back emf induced across the ends of the open switch in the circuit? Ignore the variation in magnetic field near the ends of the solenoid.

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Question 6.16. (a) Obtain an expression for the mutual inductance between a long straight wire and a square loop of side a as shown in Fig. 6.21.

(b) Now assume that the straight wire carries a current of 50 A and the loop is moved to the right with a constant velocity, v = 10 m/s. Calculate the induced emf in the loop at the instant when x = 0.2 m. Take a = 0.1 m and assume that the loop has a large resistance.

A square loop of side 'a' is placed near a long straight wire carrying current. The distance of the nearest side of the loop from the wire is x.

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Question 6.17. A line charge $\lambda$ per unit length is lodged uniformly onto the rim of a wheel of mass M and radius R. The wheel has light non-conducting spokes and is free to rotate without friction about its axis (Fig. 6.22). A uniform magnetic field extends over a circular region within the rim. It is given by,

$\textbf{B} = – B_0 \textbf{k} \quad (r \le a; a < R)$

$\qquad = 0 \quad (\text{otherwise})$

What is the angular velocity of the wheel after the field is suddenly switched off?

A wheel with a charged rim is placed in a magnetic field that exists only in a circular region of radius 'a' smaller than the wheel's radius R.

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