Boundary conditions for a purely inductive load in an AC circuit

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In discussing boundary conditions for a purely inductive load in an AC circuit, the main focus is on the constant "c" in the current equation derived from Kirchhoff's law. The value of c is determined by initial conditions, which can be ambiguous in a periodic system like AC, leading to confusion about its physical significance. The discussion highlights that while many derivations ignore c, it is essential to understand that it can represent a non-zero background current based on the initial state of the circuit. The participants explore how the symmetry of the system and the behavior of the current at specific times influence the justification for setting c to zero. Ultimately, the conversation emphasizes the need for clarity on initial conditions and their role in defining the behavior of inductive circuits.
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FranzDiCoccio said:
Uhm. Right, but the standard derivation of a purely inductive circuit never mentions any resistor, and
<br /> I(0) = \frac{V_0}{\omega L}<br />
It seems hard to make contact with your answer.
The resistor is there just to set up the initial condition. When you apply your voltage ##V_0 sin(\omega t) ## it no longer forms any part of the inductor current.

You have set up an initial current and have then applied your voltage directly across the inductor.
 

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