self-induction

[US]/[ˈselfɪnˈdʌkʃ(ə)n]/
[UK]/[ˈselfɪnˈdʌkʃ(ə)n]/

Translation

n.The phenomenon in which a changing current in a coil induces a voltage in the same coil.; The effect of a magnetic field created by a coil of wire inducing a voltage in the same coil.
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

self-induction effect

self-induction coil

self-induction current

self-induction voltage

causing self-induction

with self-induction

self-induction limits

self-induction losses

self-induction analysis

self-induction circuit

Example Sentences

the motor exhibited significant self-induction, limiting its speed.

self-induction in the coil caused a voltage spike during switching.

we minimized self-induction by using thinner wire for the coil.

the circuit's self-induction prevented rapid current changes.

self-induction is a crucial factor in transformer design.

excessive self-induction can lead to energy losses in the system.

the effect of self-induction was carefully measured and analyzed.

self-induction opposes any change in current flow.

understanding self-induction is vital for designing efficient circuits.

the inductor's self-induction value was determined experimentally.

self-induction creates a back emf that opposes the applied voltage.

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