Weber Converter
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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.
OerstedOe
Target UnitThe oersted (Oe) is a unit of magnetic field strength or magnetic field intensity in the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system. It is defined as the amount of magnetic field strength that will induce a unit magnetic flux density of one maxwell per square centimeter in a vacuum. Specifically, one oersted is equivalent to 79.5774715459477 ampere-turns per meter in the International System of Units (SI). The oersted is commonly used in the field of magnetism and electromagnetism to describe the strength of magnetic fields in various materials and applications.
Current Use
Today, the oersted is primarily used in fields such as electrical engineering, materials science, and physics to quantify magnetic field strengths. It is particularly relevant in the study of ferromagnetic materials, where the strength of magnetic fields significantly impacts their properties and behaviors. While the SI unit is more commonly used, the oersted remains valuable in specific applications and industries that require CGS units.
Fun Fact
The oersted is often used in educational settings to help students understand the principles of magnetism.
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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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Oersted
magnetic • Non-SI
Definition
The oersted (Oe) is a unit of magnetic field strength or magnetic field intensity in the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system. It is defined as the amount of magnetic field strength that will induce a unit magnetic flux density of one maxwell per square centimeter in a vacuum. Specifically, one oersted is equivalent to 79.5774715459477 ampere-turns per meter in the International System of Units (SI). The oersted is commonly used in the field of magnetism and electromagnetism to describe the strength of magnetic fields in various materials and applications.
History & Origin
The oersted is named after the Danish physicist Hans Christian Ørsted, who discovered the relationship between electricity and magnetism in 1820. His groundbreaking experiments demonstrated that an electric current could produce a magnetic field, which became a foundational principle in electromagnetism. The unit was introduced in the 19th century as part of the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system of units, which was widely adopted for scientific measurements at that time.
Etymology: The term 'oersted' is derived from Hans Christian Ørsted's last name, with the spelling modified to fit the conventions of unit nomenclature.
Current Use
Today, the oersted is primarily used in fields such as electrical engineering, materials science, and physics to quantify magnetic field strengths. It is particularly relevant in the study of ferromagnetic materials, where the strength of magnetic fields significantly impacts their properties and behaviors. While the SI unit is more commonly used, the oersted remains valuable in specific applications and industries that require CGS units.
💡 Fun Facts
- •The oersted is often used in educational settings to help students understand the principles of magnetism.
- •Hans Christian Ørsted's experiments laid the groundwork for the later development of Maxwell's equations, which describe electromagnetism.
- •The oersted is still commonly referenced in academic literature, especially in materials science, despite the predominance of SI units.
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