Effective value of complex waveforms?

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Start date Dec 12, 2010
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Determining the effective value of complex waveforms, such as 3cos(4t) + 4sin(3t), involves calculating the average voltage using calculus. The effective voltage can be derived by integrating the square of the waveform over a complete cycle and then taking the square root of the average. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding the original definitions of voltage and the role of calculus in this process. Calculating effective values for waveforms with different frequencies requires careful consideration of their individual contributions. Ultimately, mastering these calculations is essential for accurate waveform analysis.

Dec 12, 2010

teh_cookie

how do you determine the effective value for complex waveforms that have different omegas such as 3cos(4t)+4sin(3t)?

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Dec 22, 2010

jsgruszynski

teh_cookie said:

how do you determine the effective value for complex waveforms that have different omegas such as 3cos(4t)+4sin(3t)?

Effective voltage, for example?

Go back to the original definition: average voltage. Hint: this is what calculus is for.

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