Design a circuit w/1 Ohm impedance

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around designing a circuit with an equivalent impedance of 1Ω at a frequency of ω=100 rad/s, specifically using at least one inductor. Participants explore various combinations of resistors, capacitors, and inductors, while grappling with the underlying concepts of impedance in RLC circuits.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses uncertainty about how to start the problem, indicating a lack of clarity despite reviewing relevant material.
  • Another participant proposes a potential solution involving specific values for R, L, and C, suggesting R=1, L=0.01, and C=-0.01, which simplifies the impedance equation.
  • Further discussion includes the properties of LC and RLC circuits, with references to resonance conditions and the relationship between inductive and capacitive reactance.
  • Participants discuss the implications of resonance, noting that at resonance, the inductive and capacitive reactances cancel each other out, leading to questions about what remains in the circuit.
  • One participant expresses confusion about how to find the values for L and C, questioning which equations to use and expressing frustration with the material.
  • A later reply suggests that any chosen L and corresponding C can be used to achieve the desired impedance, along with a 1Ω resistor.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally express uncertainty and confusion about the problem, with no consensus on a definitive approach or solution. Multiple competing views on how to tackle the circuit design remain present.

Contextual Notes

Participants reference specific equations and concepts related to impedance, resonance, and circuit behavior, but there are unresolved questions regarding the selection of component values and the application of the equations.

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Homework Statement


Design a suitable combination of resistors, capacitors, and/or inductors which has an equivalent impedance at ω=100 rad/s of 1Ω using at least one inductor.

Homework Equations


Zeq=ZR+ZL+ZC
ZR=R
ZL=jωL
ZC=-j/ωC

The Attempt at a Solution


I really am not sure how to start. I can see this being a fairly simple problem, but I just can't seem to wrap my head around it. I have read through the chapter numerous times, and I don't see anything else that could help at all.
 
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1= R + jwL +j/wC

1= R + j(wL+1/wC)

1= R + j(100L+1/100C)

easy one can be R =1, L=.01, C= -0.01
which equals 1 = 1+ j(0)
 
hogrampage said:

Homework Statement


Design a suitable combination of resistors, capacitors, and/or inductors which has an equivalent impedance at ω=100 rad/s of 1Ω using at least one inductor.

Homework Equations


Zeq=ZR+ZL+ZC
ZR=R
ZL=jωL
ZC=-j/ωC

The Attempt at a Solution


I really am not sure how to start. I can see this being a fairly simple problem, but I just can't seem to wrap my head around it. I have read through the chapter numerous times, and I don't see anything else that could help at all.

What do you know about LC or RLC circuits? Any special properties come to mind?
 
ω0=\frac{1}{\sqrt{LC}}

and

\alpha=\frac{1}{2RC}

Underdamped when \alpha<ω0, which has imaginary components.
 
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What conditions exist when a series RLC circuit are at resonance (ω = ωo)?
 
At resonance, XL=XC, but that would just make them cancel out so I'm not sure what to do.
 
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hogrampage said:
At resonance, XL=XC, but that would just make them cancel out so I'm not sure what to do.

Well, if they cancel out, what remains?...
 
R, but I'm supposed to use at least one inductor. I must be over-analyzing this (I think about these things too much lol).
 
hogrampage said:
R, but I'm supposed to use at least one inductor. I must be over-analyzing this (I think about these things too much lol).

Hmm, doesn't the "L" in "LC" count as an inductor?
 
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Yes, but I'm lost as to how to find the value(s). It isn't making sense to me. I don't even know which equation(s) to use. I have looked at the equations in the book and examples, and they aren't helping at all. No matter what, they always know at least one of the impedance values.

EDIT: Am I going anywhere with the below equation?

Zeq=jω\frac{1}{4\pi^{2}f^{2}C}-\frac{j}{ωC}

where Zeq=1.
 
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I'm not sure what's confusing you :confused: Choose any L and a corresponding C that cancels it for the given frequency of operation --- then bang in a 1 Ohm resistor and you're home free.
 

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