Quick Answer:The Fleming’s Right Hand Rule Apparatus shows how moving a conductor through the field of a permanent magnet induces an electric current, demonstrating the generator principle on a weighted, non-magnetic base.
Last updated: 18 October 2026
Key Features
Demonstrates the generator principle described by Fleming’s right-hand rule.
Conductor is moved by hand through the field of a permanent magnet.
An indicator on the apparatus shows when current is induced.
Weighted, non-magnetic base keeps the set-up steady and does not distort the field.
Technical Specifications
Specification
Value
Magnetic field source
Permanent magnet
Motion
Manual, at right angles to the field
Base
Weighted, non-magnetic
How It Is Used
Students move the conductor by hand across the magnetic field and watch the indicator respond as current is induced. Changing the direction of the motion changes the direction of the current, so the class can relate the directions of motion, field and current as described by the right-hand rule.
