inductance

[in-duhk-tuh ns] /ɪnˈdʌk təns/
noun, Electricity
1.
that property of a circuit by which a change in current induces, by electromagnetic induction, an electromotive force. Symbol: L.
Compare inductive coupling, mutual inductance, self-inductance.
2.
inductor (def 1).
Origin
1885-90; induct + -ance
Examples from the web for inductance
  • Internal resistance and inductance limit the rate that energy can be released.
  • The frames have batteries in the earpieces that are charged on an inductance stand.
  • The key here is impedance which involves inductance and capacitance as well as resistance.
  • B equal to the inductance of the highest rated inductor.
  • Any electrical contact between the copper sheaves and the ends of the cables will destroy the inductance reading.
  • On the other hand the feed back control is not included, but the stator self inductance and resistance is included.
  • Energy storage is provided by low inductance self-clearing metallized hazy polypropylene traction capacitors.
  • The fast shifting response of the phase shifter needs low inductance in the bias winding of the magnet.
British Dictionary definitions for inductance

inductance

/ɪnˈdʌktəns/
noun
1.
Also called induction. the property of an electric circuit as a result of which an electromotive force is created by a change of current in the same circuit (self-inductance) or in a neighbouring circuit (mutual inductance). It is usually measured in henries L See also self-inductance, mutual inductance
2.
another name for inductor
Word Origin and History for inductance
n.

1886, from induct + -ance.

inductance in Science
inductance
  (ĭn-dŭk'təns)   
A measure of the reaction of electrical components (especially coils) to changes in current flow by creating a magnetic field and inducing a voltage. Its unit is the henry.
inductance in Culture

inductance definition


A process whereby the effect of induction is used to alter the current in an electrical circuit.