Electromagnetic Induction

SKU: C-787Duration: 29 Minutes

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Training Time: 29 minutes

Compatibility: Desktop, Tablet, Phone

Based on: Industry Standards and Best Practices

Languages: English

Voltage applied to a conductor creates a magnetic field around that conductor. It is possible to reverse this process and for a magnetic field to generate a voltage in a conductor. For this to occur, there must be some relative motion between the conductor and the magnetic field. Electromagnetic induction takes place whenever a conductor moves through a magnetic field or when a magnetic field moves across a conductor. The voltage inducted in the conductor is called electromotive force. If the conductor is connected in a complete circuit, a current will flow. This module covers the definition of electromagnetic induction, voltage generators, the left hand rule, solenoids, relays, and transformers.

Learning Objectives

At the end of this module, you will be able to:

  • Describe how a magnetic field affects a moving conductor in that field
  • Describe the relationship between an electric current and a magnetic field
  • Explain how a solenoid works
  • List some common applications of solenoids
  • Describe how a speaker works
  • Describe how a generator makes electricity
  • Explain the difference between an AC and DC generator
  • Describe how a motor works
  • Explain how transformers are used in a power system

Key Questions

The following key questions are answered in this module:

What are some practical applications for a magnet that can be switched on and off?
One of the most observable is the use of large electromagnets on cranes in scrapyards. Electromagnets can be used to sort, by pulling ferrous (or iron-based magnetic) materials out of a mixed load, and they can be used to pick-up, move and then release loads as large as a car body.

What is a relay?
Relays are solenoids specifically designed for switching electric current. In a relay, the movement of the armature operates a set of electrical contacts.

What are some features of relays?
There are a variety of features that can add to the basic functionality of a relay. Some relays have normally open contacts, some are normally closed, many have both sets of contacts, meaning one movement of the relay can lead to multiple actions.

How is electromagnetic induction used in sound recording?
A typical microphone has a small lightweight diaphragm to which a small coil of fine wire is attached. Within the coil is a permanent magnet. As sound waves hit the diaphragm, it moves in synchronization with the waves. As it vibrates, so does the coil. As the coil vibrates within the magnetic field, a voltage that corresponds to the sound waves is induced in the coil. The voltage signal can be amplified and sent directly to a speaker (as in a megaphone), broadcast by radio waves, or stored in an analog or digital format.

What are the components of a transformer?
A transformer consists of two separate coils of wire in close proximity. The coils are typically wrapped around a common metal core, and often wrapped concentrically on the core.

Sample Video Transcript

Below is a transcript of the video sample provided for this module:

Conversely, if a conducting wire is moved through an existing magnetic field, the field will affect the electrons in the wire and create a voltage within the wire and cause a current to flow. The generation of voltage in a conductor by moving it through a magnetic field is called electromagnetic induction. These interactions of magnetism and electrical current have many applications, including providing the basis for the entire modern power generation and transmission grid.

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