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An eddy current is a type of electrical current that flows in a circular pattern. It is created when a conductor is exposed to a changing magnetic field. Eddy currents are commonly used in industries for non-destructive testing, metal sorting, and electromagnetic braking systems. They can also be found in applications such as metal detectors, induction heating, and speed sensors.

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Why the name eddy for eddy current?

That's from an analogy from eddy currents in water. Quoting from the Wikipedia, article "Eddy (fluid dynamics": "In fluid dynamics, an eddy is the swirling of a fluid and the reverse current created when the fluid flows past an obstacle."


What are the application of eddy current?

Eddy currents are usually unwanted (I can't think of a case where they are good), so there is no application for them. They are a nuisance that is mitigated through various means - cooling, very thin laminations, use of non-metalic clamps, etc.


What is the significance of eddy flow in fluid dynamics and how does it affect the overall movement of fluids?

Eddy flow in fluid dynamics refers to swirling motions that occur in fluids. These eddies can impact the overall movement of fluids by causing turbulence and mixing, which can affect the distribution of properties like temperature and concentration. Eddy flow is important in understanding phenomena such as drag reduction and heat transfer in various engineering applications.


What is the three basic types of eddy current coils?

The three basic types of eddy current coils are absolute, differential, and bridge coils. Absolute coils measure the absolute impedance or phase angle change of the eddy current probe. Differential coils measure the slope or rate of change of impedance, while bridge coils compare the impedance changes between two coils.


Eddy current type dynamometer?

An Eddy Current absorption dynamometer produces braking torque using the principle of eddy currents induced in a rotating metallic disk, immersed in a magnetic field. It is basically an eddy current brake mounted in trunnion bearings. Its advantages are maintenance, control, simple construction and desirable speed-torque characteristics. The speed-torque characteristics make the eddy current dynamometer ideal for engine testing, and its versatility also allows effective use in testing transmissions, turbines, electric motors, gears, pumps and many other machines.