KVL and sensitivity of a simple circuit

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Start date Apr 2, 2018
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In summary, KVL (Kirchhoff's Voltage Law) is a fundamental law in circuit analysis which states that the sum of all voltages in a closed loop must equal zero. It is used to solve circuit problems by setting up equations based on voltage drops across components. Sensitivity in a simple circuit refers to how responsive the output is to changes in the input and can be calculated by taking the derivative of the output with respect to the input. The sensitivity of a circuit can be affected by factors such as component values, arrangement, power source characteristics, and external factors.

Apr 2, 2018

adamaero

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Note to self - simple diode concept: http://www.cs.tut.fi/kurssit/TLT-8016/Chapter3.pdf#page=5

Unsure about this KVL (above).

For the last sensitivity part, equations be falling out of the sky...

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Apr 4, 2018

Tom.G

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See if it helps with the schematic rotated 90 degrees like this.

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If that doesn't quite do it,

mentally slide the batteries around to be on the left hand vertical.

1. What is KVL and how does it apply to a simple circuit?

KVL stands for Kirchhoff's Voltage Law, which states that the sum of all voltages in a closed loop in a circuit must equal zero. In a simple circuit with only one loop, KVL simply means that the voltage across each component in the loop must add up to the voltage of the power source.

2. How is KVL used to solve circuit problems?

KVL is used to analyze and solve circuit problems by setting up equations based on the voltage drops across each component in the circuit. These equations can then be solved to find the unknown voltages or currents in the circuit.

3. What is sensitivity in a simple circuit?

Sensitivity in a simple circuit refers to how much the output (voltage or current) changes in response to a change in the input (voltage or current). In other words, it is a measure of how responsive the circuit is to changes in the input.

4. How is sensitivity calculated in a simple circuit?

The sensitivity of a simple circuit can be calculated by taking the derivative of the output with respect to the input. This value represents the rate of change of the output with respect to the input and can be used to determine the sensitivity of the circuit.

5. What factors can affect the sensitivity of a simple circuit?

The sensitivity of a simple circuit can be affected by various factors such as the type and value of the components used, the arrangement of the components, and the characteristics of the power source. Additionally, any external factors that may cause fluctuations in the input can also impact the sensitivity of the circuit.