Definitions for Solenoid
ˈsoʊ ləˌnɔɪd, ˈsɒl ə-so·le·noid

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. solenoidnoun

   a coil of wire around an iron core; becomes a magnet when current passes through the coil

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. solenoidnoun

   A coil of wire that acts as a magnet when an electric current flows through it

2. solenoidnoun

   A mechanical switch consisting of such a coil containing a metal core whose movement is controlled by the current

WikipediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Solenoid

   A solenoid () is a type of electromagnet formed by a helical coil of wire whose length is substantially greater than its diameter, which generates a controlled magnetic field. The coil can produce a uniform magnetic field in a volume of space when an electric current is passed through it. The term solenoid was coined in 1823 by André-Marie Ampère.The helical coil of a solenoid does not necessarily need to revolve around a straight-line axis; for example, William Sturgeon's electromagnet of 1824 consisted of a solenoid bent into a horseshoe shape (similarly to an arc spring). Solenoids provide magnetic focusing of electrons in vacuums, notably in television camera tubes such as vidicons and image orthicons. Electrons take helical paths within the magnetic field. These solenoids, focus coils, surround nearly the whole length of the tube. In engineering, the term "solenoid" refers not only to the electromagnet but to a complete apparatus providing an actuator that converts electrical energy to mechanical energy.

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1. solenoid

   A solenoid is a coil of wire wound into a tightly packed helix, often wrapped around a metallic core, which produces a uniform magnetic field in a volume of space when an electric current is passed through it. Solenoids can be used to convert electrical energy into mechanical energy by creating a magnetic field that can push or pull related components. They are commonly found in many devices such as electromagnets, inductors, and valves.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Solenoidnoun

   an electrodynamic spiral having the conjuctive wire turned back along its axis, so as to neutralize that component of the effect of the current which is due to the length of the spiral, and reduce the whole effect to that of a series of equal and parallel circular currents. When traversed by a current the solenoid exhibits polarity and attraction or repulsion, like a magnet

2. Etymology: [Gr. channel + -oid.]

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1. Solenoid

   A solenoid is a coil wound into a tightly packed helix. The term was invented by French physicist André-Marie Ampère to designate a helical coil. In physics, the term refers specifically to a long, thin loop of wire, often wrapped around a metallic core, which produces a uniform magnetic field in a volume of space when an electric current is passed through it. Solenoids are important because they can create controlled magnetic fields and can be used as electromagnets. In engineering, the term may also refer to a variety of transducer devices that convert energy into linear motion. The term is also often used to refer to a solenoid valve, which is an integrated device containing an electromechanical solenoid which actuates either a pneumatic or hydraulic valve, or a solenoid switch, which is a specific type of relay that internally uses an electromechanical solenoid to operate an electrical switch; for example, an automobile starter solenoid, or a linear solenoid, which is an electromechanical solenoid.

Chambers 20th Century DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Solenoid

   sō-lē′noid, n. a helix of copper wound in the form of a cylinder, longitudinally magnetised with an intensity varying inversely as the area of the normal section in different parts.—adj. Solēnoi′dal.—adv. Solēnoi′dally. [Gr. sōlēn, a pipe, eidos, form.]

The Standard Electrical DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Solenoid

   The ideal solenoid is a system of circular currents of uniform direction, equal, parallel, of equal diameter of circle, and with their centers lying on the same straight line, which line is perpendicular to their planes.

Matched Categories

1. • Coil
   • Magnet

Anagrams for Solenoid »

1. eidolons

2. eidôlons

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of Solenoid in Chaldean Numerology is: 8

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of Solenoid in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=Solenoid
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Solenoid
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Solenoid
4. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Solenoid
6. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=Solenoid
7. ^ Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
   https://www.gutenberg.org/files/37683/37683-h/37683-h.htm#:~:text=Solenoid
8. ^ The Standard Electrical Dictionary
   https://www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/26535/pg26535-images.html#:~:text=Solenoid