Tesla (unit)
Tesla (unit)
The Tesla (symbol: T) is the SI derived unit of Magnetic field strength or Magnetic flux density, commonly denoted as B. It is named after the Serbian-American inventor, Nikola Tesla.
Pronunciation
The word "Tesla" is pronounced as /ˈtɛslə/.
Etymology
The unit was established and named in honor of Nikola Tesla, a Serbian-American inventor, electrical engineer, mechanical engineer, and physicist. He is best known for his contributions to the design of the modern alternating current (AC) electricity supply system.
Definition
One Tesla is defined as one weber per square meter. It can also be defined as the magnetic flux density that arises when a magnetic field's force produces one newton of force on a wire one meter long carrying a current of one ampere.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Tesla (unit)
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