An Instructional, Generalized Electromagnetic Energy Converter

A generalized electromagnet suitable for use as an introductory educational tool is described which performs realistically the functions of a wide variety of electrical devices such as transformers and rotating machines. Performance tests indicate that simple and straightforward experiments can be performed with the apparatus which demonstrate many of the basic phenomena of electromagnetic equipment. The essential advantages of this introductory educational tool are its simplicity, ruggedness, versatility, and realistic performance.