What is Fleming's right-hand rule also called?

Fleming's right-hand rule is commonly referred to as the Generator rule. This rule is essential in understanding the relationship between the direction of magnetic fields and the motion of conductors within those fields, specifically in electrical generators. When applying this rule, the thumb represents the direction of motion (the force), the first finger indicates the direction of the magnetic field (from north to south), and the second finger represents the direction of the induced current.

This principle helps in visualizing how electrical energy is generated as conductors move through magnetic fields, thereby providing a straightforward method for determining the direction of the induced current when generating electricity. Although the terms 'Motor rule' and others may seem plausible, they do not accurately capture the application focused on the generation of electricity, which is why the Generator rule is the most appropriate designation for Fleming’s right-hand rule.