Find Complex Outputs of Series RC Circuit

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SUMMARY

The discussion focuses on analyzing a series RC circuit with a 24V AC source at 1000Hz, comprising a 47-ohm resistor and a 3µF capacitor. Key outputs required include the complex current, complex voltage, phase shift of the output voltage relative to the source, and the identification of the filter type (high-pass or low-pass) along with the cutoff frequency. The user also seeks guidance on performing these calculations with the resistor and capacitor switched in the circuit configuration.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of complex impedance in AC circuits
  • Knowledge of phasor analysis techniques
  • Familiarity with transfer functions in electrical engineering
  • Basic concepts of filter design and cutoff frequency determination
NEXT STEPS
  • Calculate the transfer function for the given series RC circuit
  • Learn how to derive complex voltage and current using phasor techniques
  • Investigate the phase shift calculations for AC circuits
  • Explore the differences in circuit behavior when the resistor and capacitor positions are swapped
USEFUL FOR

Electrical engineering students, circuit designers, and anyone studying AC circuit analysis and filter design will benefit from this discussion.

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Homework Statement



I need to know the cmoplex current out, the complex voltage out, phase shift of Voltage out relative to the voltage source, and if the filter is high/low pass with the cut off frequency.

The circuit is series going 24V AC source at 1000HZ 0deg, to a 47 ohm resistor, to a 3 uF capacitor, back to the supply. Vout is between the resistor and the capacitor, ground between capacitor and power supply. I also need to know how to do it with the resistor and the capacitor switched.

Homework Equations



I am not sure; this is what I need to know.

The Attempt at a Solution

 
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kikko said:

Homework Statement



I need to know the cmoplex current out, the complex voltage out, phase shift of Voltage out relative to the voltage source, and if the filter is high/low pass with the cut off frequency.

The circuit is series going 24V AC source at 1000HZ 0deg, to a 47 ohm resistor, to a 3 uF capacitor, back to the supply. Vout is between the resistor and the capacitor, ground between capacitor and power supply. I also need to know how to do it with the resistor and the capacitor switched.

Homework Equations



I am not sure; this is what I need to know.

The Attempt at a Solution


Sounds like you need to calculate the transfer function of an RC circuit? What have you learned so far about analyzing the transfer function of circuits with capacitors and inductors in them? Have you learned phasor techniques? Differential equation techniques?
 

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