Electromagnetic Fields

Measure the electromagnetic field strength of two coils with different radii and number of coil windings as the current flowing through the coils is varied. Then use the magnetic field strength and current data to determine an experimental value for the permeability of free space.

Grade Level: College

Subject: Physics

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Electromagnetic Fields (Student Designed) 446.50 KB
Electromagnetic Fields (Structured) 768.00 KB
Electromagnetic Fields (Guided Inquiry) 658.50 KB

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Primary and Secondary Coils

Primary and Secondary Coils

Provide a look at magnetic induction and transformer theory.

2-Axis Magnetic Field Sensor

PASPORT 2-Axis Magnetic Field Sensor

This sensor enables you to measure radial and axial fields simultaneously when used with PASPORT Interfaces. Dynamic variable over-sampling greatly reduces noise at low sample rates.

Voltage Current Sensor

PASPORT Voltage-Current Sensor

This sensor allows students to safely measure voltage and current without overload risk.

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