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WeberWb
Source UnitThe weber (symbol: Wb) is the SI unit of magnetic flux, defined as the amount of magnetic field passing through a surface. One weber is equivalent to one volt-second, which is the magnetic flux that, when linked with a circuit, induces an electromotive force of one volt as it changes at a rate of one weber per second. This unit is crucial for understanding electromagnetic systems and their interactions with electric circuits.
Current Use
The weber is extensively used in electrical engineering and physics, particularly in the analysis of magnetic circuits and the design of electrical machines. It provides a clear quantification of magnetic flux in various applications, including transformers, inductors, and magnetic sensors.
Fun Fact
The weber is used to measure not only magnetic flux but also magnetic fields in various scientific experiments.
MaxwellMx
Target UnitThe maxwell (Mx) is the unit of magnetic flux in the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system of units. It is defined as the amount of magnetic flux that, when linked with a circuit, will induce an electromotive force of one abvolt in that circuit. One maxwell is equivalent to one weber divided by 10,000, and mathematically can be expressed as: 1 Mx = 1 Wb / 10,000. This unit serves as a measure of the total magnetic field passing through a given area and is crucial in the study of electromagnetism.
Current Use
Today, the maxwell is primarily used in academic and research settings, particularly in fields that study electromagnetic phenomena. While the SI unit weber has become the standard for most practical applications, the maxwell is still referenced in various scientific literature and discussions. It is particularly useful in educational contexts for illustrating concepts of magnetic flux and field interactions.
Fun Fact
The maxwell is rarely used in industry, but remains a staple in theoretical discussions about electromagnetism.
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Weber
Definition
SI unit of magnetic flux.
Origins & History
Named after Wilhelm Weber.
Maxwell
Definition
CGS unit of magnetic flux.
Origins & History
1 Weber = 10^8 Maxwells.
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Weber
magnetic • SI Unit
Definition
The weber (symbol: Wb) is the SI unit of magnetic flux, defined as the amount of magnetic field passing through a surface. One weber is equivalent to one volt-second, which is the magnetic flux that, when linked with a circuit, induces an electromotive force of one volt as it changes at a rate of one weber per second. This unit is crucial for understanding electromagnetic systems and their interactions with electric circuits.
History & Origin
The weber was named after the German physicist Wilhelm Eduard Weber, who made significant contributions to the field of electromagnetism during the 19th century. The unit was established in the context of the International System of Units (SI), which standardizes measurements across various scientific disciplines.
Etymology: The term 'weber' comes from Wilhelm Eduard Weber's last name, honoring his work in physics, particularly in magnetism and electricity.
Current Use
The weber is extensively used in electrical engineering and physics, particularly in the analysis of magnetic circuits and the design of electrical machines. It provides a clear quantification of magnetic flux in various applications, including transformers, inductors, and magnetic sensors.
💡 Fun Facts
- •The weber is used to measure not only magnetic flux but also magnetic fields in various scientific experiments.
- •Wilhelm Eduard Weber also contributed to the development of the first electromagnetic telegraph.
- •The weber is sometimes humorously referred to as 'the flux capacitor' in popular culture.
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Maxwell
magnetic • Non-SI
Definition
The maxwell (Mx) is the unit of magnetic flux in the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system of units. It is defined as the amount of magnetic flux that, when linked with a circuit, will induce an electromotive force of one abvolt in that circuit. One maxwell is equivalent to one weber divided by 10,000, and mathematically can be expressed as: 1 Mx = 1 Wb / 10,000. This unit serves as a measure of the total magnetic field passing through a given area and is crucial in the study of electromagnetism.
History & Origin
The maxwell unit was named in honor of the Scottish physicist James Clerk Maxwell, who made significant contributions to the field of electromagnetism in the 19th century. Maxwell's equations, formulated in the 1860s, describe how electric and magnetic fields interact and propagate through space. His work laid the foundation for modern electrical engineering and physics, and the maxwell was established as a unit of magnetic flux in recognition of his contributions to the understanding of these phenomena.
Etymology: The term 'maxwell' derives from the name of James Clerk Maxwell, reflecting his pivotal role in the development of electromagnetic theory.
Current Use
Today, the maxwell is primarily used in academic and research settings, particularly in fields that study electromagnetic phenomena. While the SI unit weber has become the standard for most practical applications, the maxwell is still referenced in various scientific literature and discussions. It is particularly useful in educational contexts for illustrating concepts of magnetic flux and field interactions.
💡 Fun Facts
- •The maxwell is rarely used in industry, but remains a staple in theoretical discussions about electromagnetism.
- •James Clerk Maxwell also contributed to the development of the kinetic theory of gases, linking thermodynamics and statistical mechanics.
- •The maxwell unit can be visualized as the flux that would produce a specific voltage in a circuit, making it a bridge between electricity and magnetism.
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