Understanding the Time-Varying Induced EMF in a Spring-Magnetic Field System

In summary, the conversation discusses the variation of induced emf with time when a rectangular wire frame is placed in a uniform magnetic field and connected to a spring. The equation E=Blv is derived using the formula f=kx, but it is not applicable for this case. The correct equation is dv/dt=kx/m and a trigonometric equation for simple harmonic motion is needed to find the velocity at any time t. The conversation ends with a suggestion to use the equation F=-kx and proceed using trigonometric equations.
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XuryaX
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A Rectangular wire frame, is placed in a uniform magnetic field directed upward and normal to the screen. A side AB is connected to the spring . The spring is stretched and released when the part has come to a point A'B'(t=0). How would the induced emf vary with time? - Graph & Equation

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I tried using E=Blv.
deriving v from
f=kx
m * a = kx
v/t=kx/m
v=kxt/m

But it is probably not right. I don't have the solution of the book with the question. SO i am kinda confused.

Thanks
-XuryaX
 
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XuryaX said:
m * a = kx
v/t=kx/m
v=kxt/m

Hold on...a=dv/dt NOT v/t ... your equation is correct only for uniformly accelerated motion with zero initial velocity but this case is not uniformly accelerated motion...So try getting an expression for simple harmonic motion of the rod in a trigonometric form and try to get the velocity of the rod from there at any time t...
 
  • #3
Still it seems the same.

dv/dt=kx/m

dv=(kx/m)dt

Integrating

v= kxt/m

If we take dv/dt as d^2x/dt^2
It will be different though.

If we take that.
Then integrating to find x and then differentiating it to get v gives.

v=2kt/3x(squared)m
 
  • #4
No...i said you have to get a trigonometric equation for the simple harmonic motion(since its a spring)...Like in this case it can be x=Acoswt...If w is given the sum can be solved...
 
  • #5
XuryaX said:
dv/dt=kx/m

dv=(kx/m)dt

Integrating

v= kxt/m

This is wrong because you are treating x as a constant...Velocity is a function of x so the integration is not so simple...

F=-kx

so m*d2x/dt2 = -kx ...this represents a simple harmonic motion so you need to proceed using trigonometric equations...
 

Related to Understanding the Time-Varying Induced EMF in a Spring-Magnetic Field System

1. What is a motional EMF using a spring?

A motional EMF using a spring is a phenomenon in which a changing magnetic field induces an electric current in a conductor, such as a spring. This is based on Faraday's law of induction, which states that a changing magnetic field will generate an electric field.

2. How does a spring produce motional EMF?

A spring can produce motional EMF when it is moved through a magnetic field, causing a change in the magnetic flux through the spring. This change in magnetic flux induces an electric current in the spring, creating an EMF.

3. What factors affect the magnitude of motional EMF using a spring?

The magnitude of motional EMF using a spring is affected by the strength of the magnetic field, the velocity of the spring, the length of the spring, and the number of coils in the spring. Increasing any of these factors will result in a larger motional EMF.

4. How is motional EMF using a spring used in practical applications?

Motional EMF using a spring has a variety of practical applications, including in generators, motors, and transformers. It is also used in devices such as microphones and speakers to convert mechanical energy into electrical energy.

5. How is motional EMF using a spring related to Lenz's Law?

Motional EMF using a spring is closely related to Lenz's Law, which states that an induced current will flow in a direction that opposes the change in the magnetic field that caused it. In the case of a spring, this means that the induced current will create a magnetic field that opposes the motion of the spring in the magnetic field.

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