AC - Node Voltage Method for difficult circuit

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The discussion revolves around the application of the Node Voltage Method to analyze a complex electrical circuit. Participants are attempting to calculate the voltage u(t) and clarify the roles of various components, including current sources and impedances.

Discussion Character

  • Technical explanation
  • Mathematical reasoning
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses uncertainty about whether current should flow through Z1 in their calculations.
  • Another participant questions the notation used for the voltage source 'a*u(t)' and whether it represents a voltage-controlled voltage source (VCVS).
  • A participant provides a mathematical expression for 'a' as a complex exponential, indicating a potential misunderstanding of its role.
  • One participant clarifies that 'a' is merely a coefficient relating the voltage source to the voltage across a resistor.
  • Another participant transforms the current source iz(t) into a sine function to facilitate calculations.
  • Participants share calculations for impedances Z1 and Z2, with one participant detailing the steps taken to derive these values.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

There is no clear consensus on the interpretation of the voltage source notation or the flow of current through Z1. Multiple viewpoints regarding the circuit's representation and the calculations remain unresolved.

Contextual Notes

Participants are using different symbols and terminology, which may lead to confusion. The discussion includes various mathematical transformations and assumptions that are not fully clarified.

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Hi!
I'm trying to understand and solve this circuit by Node Voltage Method. I have to calculate u(t). In my mind, I don't have any idea if any current should go through Z1 in my calculations.
I would be grateful if you could write even equations for this circuit. Is 'a' just a prefix to multiply the value of voltage source? (z is the letter for 'complex' in my language).

Data:
iz(t)=2cos(2t−45°) A C1=1/2 [F] C2=1/3 [F] L1=1[H] L2=3[H]
R3=2[Ω] R4=1[Ω] a=1/2 [V/V]

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My calculations:
Iz=1+j; ω=2rad/s; Z1=j; Z2=-2jThank you in advance.
 
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Is a*u(t) a VCVS? That seems like a non-standard voltage source symbol, but it does look like you are using a different symbol for the iz(t) source...

Also, I don't see how the 2nd circuit follows from the first, but I could be missing something. Were you given the 1st circuit and you wanted to simplify it via the 2nd diagram?
 
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a=e^(-j*2*π/3)=cos(-2*π/3)+jsin(-2*π/3)
 
I=√2.[cos(-45o)+j.sin(-45o)]=1-j
 

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@berkeman a*u(t) is only hint, needed to calculations. It describes the relationship between voltage source and voltage on resistor. 'a' is just a coefficient. I was given the first circuit and I wanted to simplify it via 2nd diagram.
@Babadag I'm looking to get the value u(t) in function of sinx. So, I changed it into sin function.
$$i_z(t)=2cos(2t-45°)=2sin(2t-45°+90°)=2sin(2t+45°)$$
$$I_z=\frac{2}{\sqrt{2}}(cos(45°)+j sin(45°))=\frac{2}{\sqrt{2}}(\frac{\sqrt{2}}{2}+j\frac{\sqrt{2}}{2})=1+j$$

a*u(t) is the voltage source, and iz(t) is the power source. I'm sorry, I didn't know the worldwide symbols.

$$Z_1=\frac{1}{jωC_1}+jωL_1=\frac{1}{j}+2j=-j+2j=j$$
$$\frac{1}{Z_2}=\frac{1}{jωL_2}+jωC_2$$
$$Z_2=\frac{6}{3j}=-2j$$
 
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