Michael Faraday: The Experimenter Who Unlocked Electromagnetic Induction (1791–1867)
Michael Faraday, the pioneer behind electromagnetic induction, reshaped the world of electricity and revolutionized scientific discovery. From his humble beginnings to becoming a leading figure at the Royal Institution, Faraday’s groundbreaking work laid the foundation for electrical engineering, inspiring James Clerk Maxwell to refine his theories into Maxwell’s equations. His invention of the dynamo led to the industrial revolution, while the Faraday Cage remains a key principle in modern physics.
His influence extends beyond Earth, impacting wireless energy transmission and even space technology. Today, his discoveries power innovation, drive engineering marvels, and fuel the future of energy. Join us as we uncover the life of this 19th-century science genius, whose work continues to illuminate the modern world.
0:00 - The Humble Beginnings of Michael Faraday
5:19 - A Bookbinder’s Apprentice Discovers Science
10:38 - Meeting Humphry Davy: A Life-Changing Opportunity
15:57 - Struggles and Triumphs as Davy’s Assistant
21:16 - Faraday’s Early Experiments and First Breakthroughs
26:35 - The Discovery of Electromagnetic Rotation
31:54 - The Road to Electromagnetic Induction
37:13 - Unlocking the Secrets of Electricity and Magnetism
42:32 - The Faraday Cage: A New Understanding of Electricity
47:51 - Faraday’s Influence on James Clerk Maxwell
53:10 - The Birth of the Age of Electricity
58:29 - Faraday’s Final Years and Lasting Impact
1:03:48 - How His Discoveries Shaped the Modern World
1:09:07 - Faraday’s Legacy: Electricity’s Role in the Future
Sources
Faraday, M. (1831). Experimental Researches in Electricity. Royal Society.
Maxwell, J. C. (1865). A Dynamical Theory of the Electromagnetic Field. Royal Society.
Cantor, G. (1991). Michael Faraday: Sandemanian and Scientist. Macmillan.
Williams, L. P. (1965). Michael Faraday: A Biography. Basic Books.
Gooding, D. (2001). Experiment and the Making of Meaning: Human Agency in Scientific Observation and Experiment. Springer.
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