How Much Energy is Dissipated in a Resistor in 0.75 Seconds?

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The discussion revolves around calculating the energy dissipated in a resistor within an AC circuit, characterized by a maximum voltage and resistance. The circuit operates at a frequency of 60 Hz, with a maximum voltage of 170 V and a resistance of 4.5Ω. Participants are exploring the relationship between voltage, current, and power dissipation over a specified time interval.

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  • Exploratory, Mathematical reasoning, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants discuss the use of integral calculus to determine the energy dissipated over time, questioning the formulation of their integrals based on the expressions for voltage and current. There is a focus on the correct representation of the integral involving the sine function.

Discussion Status

Some participants have provided guidance on refining the integral setup, suggesting the use of a different form for the integral to simplify calculations. There is an ongoing exploration of the correct mathematical approach without a clear consensus on the final method.

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Participants are working under the constraints of homework guidelines, which may limit the information they can use or the methods they can apply. There is an emphasis on ensuring the correct application of mathematical principles in the context of AC circuits.

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Homework Statement


The circuit in operates at 60 Hz with Emax = 170 V, and R = 4.5Ω .
How much energy is dissipated in the resistor in 0.75 s?

Homework Equations


P = VI
For a circuit like mine with only a power source and resistor, the current and voltage are in phase, so
V = E max sin (ωt)
and
I = \frac{E_{max} sin(\omega*t)}{R}

The Attempt at a Solution


Since I want to know the power dissipated over time, I took an integral V_{0} I_{0} \int_{0}^{t} sin(\omega t) dt
this should give me the total energy dissipated at time t, it doesn't, and I am not sure why.
 
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B3NR4Y said:

Homework Statement


The circuit in operates at 60 Hz with Emax = 170 V, and R = 4.5Ω .
How much energy is dissipated in the resistor in 0.75 s?

Homework Equations


P = VI
For a circuit like mine with only a power source and resistor, the current and voltage are in phase, so
V = E max sin (ωt)
and
I = \frac{E_{max} sin(\omega*t)}{R}

The Attempt at a Solution


Since I want to know the power dissipated over time, I took an integral V_{0} I_{0} \int_{0}^{t} sin(\omega t) dt
this should give me the total energy dissipated at time t, it doesn't, and I am not sure why.
You ignored your own expressions for V and I in forming your integral ...
 
rude man said:
You ignored your own expressions for V and I in forming your integral ...
oh, jeez, it should be
V_{0} I_{0} \int_{0}^{t} sin^{2}(\omega t) dt ?
 
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B3NR4Y said:
oh, jeez, it should be
V_{0} I_{0} \int_{0}^{t} sin^{2}(\omega t) dt ?
Mucho better!

BTW the integral is easier if you write it as VoIo/ω ∫sin2(ωt)d(ωt) with limits 0 to ωt.
As if I'm not being picky enough, you should also use a dummy variable (like t') in the integral. ∫sin2(ωt')dt' with limits of 0 and t.
 

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