About this Simulation

This simulation models two magnets falling through a copper tube, allowing learners to observe how moving magnetic fields induce currents in the conductor. Adjust gravity, magnet strength, and tube properties to explore the relationship between magnetic motion and electromagnetic resistance in real time.

Learning objectives: Understand how moving magnets generate eddy currents in conductors | Observe and explain magnetic damping effects on falling objects | Apply Lenz's law to predict and verify opposing magnetic forces



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Two Magnet Falling in Copper Tube Simulator
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author image author image Maria Jose Cano, Ernesto Mart’n, and Francisco Esquembre - Universidad Murcia; Fremont Teng; Ernesto Martin; Francisco Esquembre - Universidad Murcia; Loo Kang Wee