What is a Magnetic Circuit ?
The magnetic lines of forces follow a closed path. This closed path is called the magnetic circuit. In an electric circuit, the current follows a
Basic Electrical
Temperature Effect on Conductors, Semiconductors & Insulators
Temperature Effect on Conductors, Semiconductors & Insulators -The resistance of the conductor increase with an increase of temperature. Whereas, the resistance of semiconductors and insulators decreases
What is Leakage Flux and Fringing in Magnetic Circuit ?
Leakage flux is the flux that leaks from the magnetic circuit. All the magnetic flux produced does not flow in the magnetic circuit, and some
Difference Between Primary Cell and Secondary Cell
The main difference between a primary and secondary cell is that the primary cell is not rechargeable whereas a secondary cell is rechargeable. Primary cell
Electrical Conductivity | Definition, Symbol, Formula, Unit
What is Electrical Conductivity? Electrical conductivity is the property of the material that allows electric current to pass through it. In other words, electrical conductivity
Electrical Resistivity | Definition, Formula, Symbol, Units
What is Electrical Resistivity? Electrical resistivity is the electrical resistance of a specific specimen of the material of unit length and unit cross-sectional area. The
Factors Affecting the Resistivity of Electrical Materials
The factors like temperature, alloying, cold work, age hardening & mechanical stress affect the resistivity of electrical materials. In this post, we will discuss the
Electric Phase or Line Tester – Its Construction & Working
A phase or line tester is an electrical testing device used to detect the presence of voltage in the electrical circuit. For maintenance, troubleshooting, and
Magnetomotive Force
Definition: Magnetomotive force (MMF) is the magnetic pressure that sets up the magnetic flux in the magnetic circuit. Without MMF, it is not possible to
Magnetic Saturation: What is it ?
Definition of Magnetic Saturation: The point beyond which magnetic flux density in a magnetic core does not increase with an increase of MMF (NI) called