RLC Circuit, Find Diff Eq for VC - Can someone check my work?

In summary, your approach seems correct, but further verification is needed to confirm the solutions.
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Homework Statement


Find the differential equation for VC
Circuit #1
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Circuit #2
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Homework Equations


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The Attempt at a Solution


Circuit #1:
Node VC:
##\frac{V_C-V_{in}}{R_1}+\frac{1}{L_1}\int_{0}^{t}(V_C-V_2)+C_1\dot{V_C}=0##
Node V2:
##\frac{1}{L_1}\int_{0}^{t}(V_2-V_C)+\frac{V_2}{R_2}=0##

Derive NodeVC and solve for V2
##\frac{\dot{V_C}}{R_1}-\frac{\dot{V_{in}}}{R_1}+\frac{V_C}{L_1}-\frac{V_2}{L_1}+C_1\ddot{V_C}=0##
##\frac{\dot{V_C}}{R_1}-\frac{\dot{V_{in}}}{R_1}+\frac{V_C}{L_1}+C_1\ddot{V_C}=\frac{V_2}{L_1}##
##\frac{L_1\dot{V_C}}{R_1}-\frac{L_1\dot{V_{in}}}{R_1}+{V_C}+C_1L_1\ddot{V_C}=V_2##

Plug that into node V2 equation
##\frac{1}{L_1}\int_{0}^{t}((\frac{L_1\dot{V_C}}{R_1}-\frac{L_1\dot{V_{in}}}{R_1}+{V_C}+C_1L_1\ddot{V_C})-V_C)+\frac{\frac{L_1\dot{V_C}}{R_1}-\frac{L_1\dot{V_{in}}}{R_1}+{V_C}+C_1L_1\ddot{V_C}}=0##

Simplify
##\frac{1}{L_1}\int_{0}^{t}(\frac{L_1\dot{V_C}}{R_1}-\frac{L_1\dot{V_{in}}}{R_1}+C_1L_1\ddot{V_C})+\frac{\frac{L_1\dot{V_C}}{R_1}-\frac{L_1\dot{V_{in}}}{R_1}+{V_C}+C_1L_1\ddot{V_C}}{R_2}=0##
get rid of integral
##\frac{1}{L_1}(\frac{L_1{V_C}}{R_1}-\frac{L_1{V_{in}}}{R_1}+C_1L_1\dot{V_C})+\frac{\frac{L_1\dot{V_C}}{R_1}-\frac{L_1\dot{V_{in}}}{R_1}+{V_C}+C_1L_1\ddot{V_C}}{R_2}=0##
Simplify
##(\frac{{V_C}}{R_1}-\frac{{V_{in}}}{R_1}+C_1\dot{V_C})+\frac{\frac{L_1\dot{V_C}}{R_1}-\frac{L_1\dot{V_{in}}}{R_1}+{V_C}+C_1L_1\ddot{V_C}}{R_2}=0##

Multiply everything by R2
##R_2(\frac{{V_C}}{R_1}-\frac{{V_{in}}}{R_1}+C_1\dot{V_C})+\frac{L_1\dot{V_C}}{R_1}-\frac{L_1\dot{V_{in}}}{R_1}+{V_C}+C_1L_1\ddot{V_C}=0##

I end up with:
##\ddot{V_C}+\frac{\dot{V_C}}{R_1C_1}+\frac{\dot{V_C}}{L_1}+\frac{V_CR_2}{R_1C_1L_1}+\frac{V_C}{C_1L_1}=\frac{V_{in}}{R_1C_1}+\frac{V_{in}}{R_1C_1L_1}##

Circuit #2 (V2=VC)
Node V1
##\frac{V_1-V_{in}}{R_1}+\frac{1}{L}\int_{0}^{t}(V_1)+\frac{V_1-V_2}{R_2}=0##
Node V2
##\frac{V_2-V_1}{R_2}+C\dot{V_2}=0##
Solve NodeV2 for V1
##V_2-V_1+R_2C\dot{V_2}=0##
##V_1=V_2+R_2C\dot{V_2}##
plug into NodeV1
##\frac{V_2+R_2C\dot{V_2}-V_{in}}{R_1}+\frac{1}{L}\int_{0}^{t}(V_2+R_2C\dot{V_2})+\frac{V_2+R_2C\dot{V_2}-V_2}{R_2}=0##

Simplify
##\frac{V_2}{R_1}+\frac{R_2C\dot{V_2}}{R_1}-\frac{V_{in}}{R_1}+\frac{1}{L}\int_{0}^{t}(V_2+R_2C\dot{V_2})+C\dot{V_2}=0##
Derive everything to get rid of integral
##\frac{\dot{V_2}}{R_1}+\frac{R_2C\ddot{V_2}}{R_1}-\frac{\dot{V_{in}}}{R_1}+\frac{V_2}{L}+\frac{R_2C\dot{V_2}}{L}+C\ddot{V_2}=0##

Combine like terms
##C\ddot{V_2}+\frac{R_2C\ddot{V_2}}{R_1}+\frac{\dot{V_2}}{R_1}+\frac{R_2C\dot{V_2}}{L}+\frac{V_2}{L}=\frac{\dot{V_{in}}}{R_1}##
Divide everything by C
##\ddot{V_2}+\frac{R_2\ddot{V_2}}{R_1}+\frac{\dot{V_2}}{CR_1}+\frac{R_2\dot{V_2}}{L}+\frac{V_2}{LC}=\frac{\dot{V_{in}}}{CR_1}##
Simplify
##\ddot{V_2}(1+\frac{R_2}{R_1})+\dot{V_2}(\frac{1}{CR_1}+\frac{R_2}{L})+\frac{V_2}{LC}=\frac{\dot{V_in}}{CR_1}##

Am I doing these two problems right?
 

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I cannot confirm whether your solutions are correct without seeing the original circuit diagrams and the specific values for the components. However, your approach seems reasonable and the mathematical steps look correct. I would recommend double-checking your work and verifying with the given values to ensure accuracy. Additionally, it would be helpful to label your equations and clearly state your assumptions and any simplifications made.
 

What is an RLC circuit?

An RLC circuit is a type of electrical circuit that contains a resistor (R), an inductor (L), and a capacitor (C). These components are connected in series or in parallel, and they interact with each other to create a resonant frequency.

How do you find the differential equation for VC in an RLC circuit?

The differential equation for VC in an RLC circuit can be found by applying Kirchhoff's voltage law (KVL) and Ohm's law. This equation is typically in the form of a second-order differential equation, and it represents the relationship between the voltage across the capacitor (VC) and the current flowing through the circuit.

Can someone check my work for finding the differential equation for VC in an RLC circuit?

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What are the applications of RLC circuits?

RLC circuits have a variety of applications in electronics and engineering. They are commonly used in radio frequency filters, signal processing, and power supply circuits. They are also used in resonance circuits for tuning and filtering purposes.

How do RLC circuits affect the voltage and current in a circuit?

In an RLC circuit, the voltage and current are affected by the components' values and their arrangement. The presence of the inductor and capacitor can cause the voltage and current to oscillate at the circuit's resonant frequency. The resistor affects the amplitude of the voltage and current, and it also dissipates energy in the form of heat.

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