Basic Physics: Eddy Currents

Question 1

What are eddy currents?

Answer 1

Small swirls of current that are produced in a conductive material as it moves through a strong magnetic field

Question 2

Are eddy currents produced in a static magnetic field?

Answer 2

No, eddy currents are only produced in the presence of a moving magnetic field

Question 3

Can eddy currents produce heating?

Answer 3

Yes

Question 4

What are two harmful byproducts of eddy currents?

Answer 4

heating and artifacts