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This is correct.soupastupid said:Homework Equations
P=F*V
But this is not. You made an error when you substituted for F in the power equation. Redo it, paying attention to each factor in the drag formula.The Attempt at a Solution
why isn't it
P = Cd(A^2)(v^2) * (v)
Power dissipation is the process of converting electrical energy into heat energy. It occurs when an electrical component, such as a resistor, experiences a voltage drop and current flow, resulting in the production of heat.
The power dissipation of a component can be calculated using the equation P = IV, where P is power in watts, I is current in amperes, and V is voltage in volts.
Power dissipation is an important consideration in circuit design because it can cause components to overheat and fail, and also impact the overall efficiency and performance of the circuit. Therefore, engineers must carefully consider the power dissipation of each component when designing a circuit.
Some common solutions to reduce power dissipation include using components with lower resistance, increasing the surface area for heat dissipation, implementing proper thermal management techniques, and optimizing the circuit design for efficiency.
Joule's law states that the amount of heat produced in a conductor is directly proportional to the square of the current and the resistance of the conductor. This means that as power dissipation increases, so does the amount of heat produced in a component, following Joule's law.