What is the "Steinmetz Equation"?
A formula in chemistry
An equation in relativity
A mathematical model in electrical engineering
A theorem in number theory
Answer
The Steinmetz equation, also known as the Steinmetz law, is a mathematical model in electrical engineering that relates the losses in an inductor to the alternating current (AC) frequency. The equation is named after Charles Proteus Steinmetz, an American electrical engineer who developed it in 1894.
Power Up Your Knowledge: The Brilliant Mind of Charles Proteus Steinmetz
Subscribe Now!
Learn something
new everyday
Playing quizzes is free! We send 1 quiz every week to your inbox