Finding delay angle ,Vrms, Irms using AC voltage/ load resistor

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The discussion focuses on calculating the RMS voltage, RMS current, and average power in a light dimmer circuit connected to a 240V AC supply. The formula for average power is given as P=Vrms^2/2∏R(∏-α+1/2sin(2α)), where Vrms is derived as 240V/sqrt(2), resulting in approximately 169.7V. The delay angle α can be determined using the provided equations and the nominal ratings of 240V AC and 40W. The calculations aim to find the range of values for the delay angle α based on the circuit's parameters. The thread concludes with the user successfully solving for α.
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Homework Statement



From the average power consumed by the lamp in a light dimmer circuit connected to 240V AC main,
What is the expression for RMS voltage,
calculate the range of values of the delay angle α,(i)RMS voltage (ii)RMS current in the lamp, (iii) the average power if its nominal ratings are 240 V AC, 40 W.

Homework Equations



P=Vrms^2/2∏R (∏-α+1/2sin(2α))
R= load resistance
Vrms= amplitude of supply voltage
α=delay

The Attempt at a Solution


This is where I'm not sure ,
if we have the nominal ratings of 240V AC and 40 W,
we know that
Vrms = 240/sqrt(2)
=169.7
Then from the equation above solve for α
 
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