Create a Phasor Diagram for Steady State Circuits

In summary, a phasor diagram is a graphical representation of the voltages and currents in a steady state AC circuit. It is created by converting the sinusoidal values to phasor form and plotting them on a reference axis. This diagram can provide information about the magnitudes and phase relationships of the circuit's components, identify harmonics and effects of reactive components, and simplify the analysis of the circuit's behavior. However, it is limited to steady state circuits with sinusoidal sources and does not account for transient behavior or non-linear components. It can also be challenging to interpret for complex circuits with multiple sources and impedance networks.
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Homework Statement
Find the current and power distribution in the steady state circuit. Create a phasor diagram.
Relevant Equations
i(t)=5√2sin⁡(1000𝑡)A, R= 10Ω, C= 0.0001 F, L=5mH
So all we have to do is find the current and power distribution in the steady state circuit. Create a phasor diagram. I don't exactly know how to tell it in english, but i think there is a thing I called c. & p. paths.
 

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Welcome to PhysicsForums. :smile:

We are not allowed to help you until you show more effort. What is the impedance (in phasor form) of the parallel RLC? How does that help you to start working on this problem? What do phasor diagrams look like for this type of circuit?
 

1. What is a phasor diagram?

A phasor diagram is a graphical representation of the magnitude and phase angle of a sinusoidal voltage or current in a steady state circuit. It is used to analyze the behavior of AC circuits and determine the relationship between different voltages and currents.

2. How is a phasor diagram created?

To create a phasor diagram, the amplitude and phase angle of each sinusoidal voltage or current in the circuit must be determined. These values are then represented by vectors on a polar coordinate system, with the length of the vector representing the magnitude and the angle representing the phase angle. The vectors are then added or subtracted according to the circuit's equations to obtain the resulting phasor diagram.

3. What information can be obtained from a phasor diagram?

A phasor diagram can provide information about the magnitude and phase relationships between different voltages and currents in a steady state circuit. It can also be used to determine the impedance and power factor of the circuit, as well as identify any phase differences or phase shifts.

4. Why is a phasor diagram useful in analyzing steady state circuits?

A phasor diagram allows for a simplified analysis of AC circuits, as it reduces complex sinusoidal waveforms to simple vectors. This makes it easier to visualize and understand the behavior of the circuit, and can also help in solving equations and determining the overall performance of the circuit.

5. Are there any limitations to using a phasor diagram?

While a phasor diagram is a useful tool in analyzing steady state circuits, it is limited to only representing sinusoidal voltages and currents. It also assumes that the circuit is in a steady state, meaning that the voltages and currents do not change over time. Additionally, it does not take into account any transient effects or non-linear components in the circuit.

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