How does an inductor smooth current?

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Explanation:
The magnetic field in an inductor helps to stabilize the current as it travels along a circuit when you need a very smooth current for something like a $D C$ power supply.
The magnetic field of an inductor stabilizes the current as it moves through the circuit, which is why inductors are employed to smooth the current.
In switched-mode power systems, inductors are frequently utilized as energy storage components to generate $D C$ current. The circuit receives energy from the inductor, which stores energy, to maintain current flow during "off" switching periods, permitting topographies where the output voltage is higher than the input voltage.

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