Marine Electrical Systems USCG Question #1137 (Set 38)

Which of the following electric meter movements uses a stationary permanent magnet and movable coil?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option D — D'Arsonval

The D'Arsonval movement is the foundational design for many analog meters. It operates by passing current through a movable coil suspended in the field of a stationary permanent magnet, causing a torque proportional to the current, a principle detailed in 46 CFR Subchapter J.

100% Free & Open Access — No daily limits, paywalls, or gated answers on BrightMariner.