Static Fields and Potentials

1. Auflage 2000
ISBN: 978-0-7503-0718-5
Verlag: CRC Press

Buch, Englisch, 224 Seiten, Format (B × H): 187 mm x 235 mm, Gewicht: 748 g

Static Fields and Potentials describes two of the fundamental interactions in nature: gravity and electromagnetism. The book introduces the associated fields, potentials, and energies and explains the relationship among them. It shows how these interactions manifest themselves in different ways, from the formation of stars to the operation of thunderstorms. The book also demonstrates how they are harnessed technologically in applications, such as hydroelectricity, electrical circuitry, and DNA finger-printing.

Zielgruppe

Students working independently.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Manners, Joy

Fachgebiete

• Naturwissenschaften Physik Elektromagnetismus Elektrizität, Elektrodynamik
• Naturwissenschaften Physik Elektromagnetismus Magnetismus
• Naturwissenschaften Physik Elektromagnetismus Halbleiter- und Supraleiterphysik
• Naturwissenschaften Physik Thermodynamik Festkörperphysik, Kondensierte Materie
• Naturwissenschaften Physik Thermodynamik Oberflächen- und Grenzflächenphysik, Dünne Schichten

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Gravitational and electric forces and fields: The story of planetary motionGravitational forces and fieldsA first look at chargeElectric forces and fieldsApplications of electric fieldsGravitational and electric potential: Where does a star's energy come from?Potential energyGravitational and electric potentialCapacitance and energy storage in electric fieldsApplications of potential and potential energyElectric currents: An electric worldWhat is an electric current?Currents in simple circuitsPower, internal resistance and electromotive forceCurrents in the everyday worldMagnetic fields and the Lorentz force lawThe magic of magnetismThe magnetic fieldThe generation of magnetic fieldsMagnetic materialsConsolidation and skills developmentAnswers and comments