Electrical Engineering - circuits - Reactive Networks

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SUMMARY

This discussion focuses on solving a complex electrical engineering problem involving reactive networks and phasor analysis. Participants address calculations for phasor voltages and currents, Thevenin and Norton equivalent circuits, and power dissipation in AC circuits. Key tools and concepts discussed include the use of voltage divider equations, impedance calculations, and the significance of using peak values for phasors. The conversation emphasizes the importance of correctly applying Thevenin's theorem and understanding the effects of circuit components on voltage and current.

PREREQUISITES
  • Phasor analysis in AC circuits
  • Thevenin and Norton equivalent circuits
  • Complex impedance calculations
  • Voltage divider rule in reactive networks
NEXT STEPS
  • Study Thevenin's theorem in detail, including circuit reduction techniques
  • Learn about complex impedance and its application in AC circuit analysis
  • Explore power calculations in AC circuits, focusing on real versus reactive power
  • Review phasor representation and conversion between Cartesian and polar forms
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Electrical engineering students, circuit designers, and professionals working with AC circuits and reactive components will benefit from this discussion.

  • #61
Your Thevenin Impedance ##Z_T## looks very odd. Where did it come from ?
 
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  • #62
I added the impedance of the capacitor and inductor, is this not the correct method?
 
  • #63
Frankboyle said:
I added the impedance of the capacitor and inductor, is this not the correct method?
We examined that before. How are those components connected to each other when the voltage supply is suppressed?
 

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