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For questions about ground loops, which occur when multiple ground nodes in a circuit (which should be at the same potential) actually have a potential difference between them. This is usually caused by a significant current flowing between the ground node(s), thus producing a voltage between them. Ground loops cause various problems in a circuit.

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What is the exact definition of a ground loop? Does a ground loop always have planet Earth i...

I'm confused as to the exact definition of ground loops. It seems to me that there will ALWAYS be a ground loop if you have: 2 devices (both grounded). a data cable between them. You now have a loo …
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