Independent and dependent sources examples

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This discussion clarifies the definitions and examples of independent and dependent sources in electrical engineering. Independent sources include Batteries, DC generators, Alternators, and Photovoltaics, while dependent sources encompass power electronic components such as Diodes, Transistors, Thyristors, inverters, UPS, and CPUs. The conversation highlights that while Batteries are generally considered independent, Photovoltaics and Alternators are dependent on external factors like sunlight and mechanical motion, respectively. This distinction is crucial for understanding circuit design and energy systems.

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vagospat
I would like to know if the following examples of independent and dependent sources are right and some further examples.

Independent sources: Batteries, DC generators, Alternators, Photovoltaics.

Dependent sources: Power electronic components (Diodes, Transistors, Thyristors), inverters, ups, cpu.
 
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vagospat said:
I would like to know if the following examples of independent and dependent sources are right and some further examples.

Independent sources: Batteries, DC generators, Alternators, Photovoltaics.

Dependent sources: Power electronic components (Diodes, Transistors, Thyristors), inverters, ups, cpu.
Nope, not even close. Is this for schoolwork? :smile:
 
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vagospat said:
Independent sources: Batteries, DC generators, Alternators, Photovoltaics.
I'll give you a hint on two.

Batteries: Although there are outside effects that can change the batteries output, I would say its an independent source

photovoltaics: If you're talking about the voltage output from photovoltavics... What causes them to output energy. It's almost like their output is DEPENDENT on sunlight.

alternator. If you're talking about the voltage output... They DEPEND on a motor to turn to produce a voltage
 

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