Can You Run Two Circuits Simultaneously by Bridging Them?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around the feasibility of running two circuits simultaneously by connecting them together, exploring the implications on voltage and current. It touches on concepts related to electrical circuits, including potential changes in electrical parameters when a second circuit is introduced.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about the possibility of connecting a second part of a circuit to an already running circuit and the effects on voltage and current.
  • Another participant interprets this as a question about plugging an appliance into the power grid, suggesting a practical example.
  • A follow-up question seeks clarification on the behavior of current and voltage when the second circuit is added, as well as mechanisms to manage sudden changes.
  • One participant expresses uncertainty about the original question and suggests a related article for further insight.
  • A later post reiterates the initial question and introduces terms like "Hot Plugging" or "Hot Swapping" as potentially relevant concepts.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

The discussion contains multiple interpretations of the original question, with no clear consensus on the specifics of the circuit behavior or terminology. Participants are exploring different aspects without resolving the underlying uncertainties.

Contextual Notes

There are ambiguities regarding the definitions of terms and the assumptions about circuit behavior when connecting multiple parts. The discussion does not clarify the mathematical or technical details involved in the proposed scenarios.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in electrical engineering, circuit design, or practical applications of electrical concepts may find this discussion relevant.

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Is it possible to have one part of the circuit running with electricity then manually add in a second part of the circuit to the first part and have both running simultaneously? Is there a name for such a circuit? The voltage and current of the first part of the circuit would change because of the second part of the circuit?
 
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Do you mean plugging an appliance into the wall? The first circuit is the power grid. The second circuit is the applicance.
 
Ya, something like that, what would happen to the current and voltage on both sides of the circuits and is there a mechanism to accommodate for the suddent change in current and voltage?
 
fredreload said:
Is it possible to have one part of the circuit running with electricity then manually add in a second part of the circuit to the first part and have both running simultaneously? Is there a name for such a circuit? The voltage and current of the first part of the circuit would change because of the second part of the circuit?

You may be asking about "Hot Plugging" or "Hot Swapping"...

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hot_plug

:smile:
 

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