Math Problem Statement
Show that the magnetic field produced at the centre of a regular hexagon carrying a steady current 𝐼 = 6 × 102 [mA] as a function of 𝑅, the distance from the centre of the polygon to any side, is |H ̅ |=3I/(π R) sin(π/6) Be sure to show a picture of the problem. Plot the value of the fields as a function of 𝑅 being sure to label/explain the units and any key features of the plot.
Solution
The plot above shows the magnetic field at the center of the hexagon as a function of , the distance from the center to any side. The key features of the plot are:
- The magnetic field decreases as the distance increases.
- The field falls off as , which is expected from the relationship .
- For small values of , the magnetic field is stronger, while it diminishes significantly as grows larger.
- The units of the magnetic field are in Amperes per meter (A/m), while is in meters.
Would you like more details on the derivation, or do you have any further questions?
Here are some additional related questions for deeper understanding:
- How does the magnetic field change if the current is doubled?
- What would happen to the magnetic field if the hexagon had more sides (e.g., an octagon)?
- How does the direction of the magnetic field vary for different points inside the hexagon?
- How does the formula for the magnetic field change for an irregular polygon?
- What is the significance of using the sine function in the magnetic field formula?
Tip: In problems involving current-carrying loops or polygons, symmetry can greatly simplify the calculation of the magnetic field.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Electromagnetism
Magnetic Fields
Symmetry in Physics
Trigonometry
Formulas
|H| = 3I/(πR) * sin(π/6)
Magnetic field from current-carrying wire
Theorems
Biot-Savart Law
Ampere's Law
Suitable Grade Level
Undergraduate Physics
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