Node Volt Analysis: Find \frac{V_o}{V_i}

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The discussion focuses on finding the voltage ratio \(\frac{V_o}{V_i}\) in a node voltage analysis problem. The correct solution is established as \(\frac{V_o}{V_i}=\frac{1}{s+2}\). Participants clarify the derivation of the equation \(\frac{V_o-V_i}{s}+\frac{V_o}{s}+V_o=0\) and emphasize the importance of correctly identifying node voltages, particularly distinguishing between \(V_o\) and ground voltage. Misinterpretations regarding the use of the variable \(s\) are addressed, leading to a clearer understanding of the circuit analysis.

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Homework Statement



Find \frac{V_o}{V_i}

for

http://img685.imageshack.us/img685/8658/nodevoltage.png

Homework Equations



s=σ+jω, where σ=real component & jω=imaginary component

The Attempt at a Solution



Solution is
\frac{V_o}{V_i}=\frac{1}{s+2}

Solution manual says:
\frac{V_o-V_i}{s}+\frac{V_o}{s}+V_o=0

I don't know where that comes from. I don't understand why there are 2 s's
Shouldn't it be;

\frac{V_L-V_i}{R}+\frac{V_L-0}{Ls}+\frac{V_L-V_o}{R}=0

where V_L=V_o

so

\frac{V_o-V_i}{R}+\frac{V_o-0}{Ls}+\frac{V_o-V_o}{R}=0
\frac{V_o-V_i}{R}+\frac{V_o-0}{Ls}=0

That won't give me an s+2 in the denominator...
 
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Cursed said:

Homework Statement



Find \frac{V_o}{V_i}

for

http://img685.imageshack.us/img685/8658/nodevoltage.png

Homework Equations



s=σ+jω, where σ=real component & jω=imaginary component

The Attempt at a Solution



Solution is
\frac{V_o}{V_i}=\frac{1}{s+2}

Solution manual says:
\frac{V_o-V_i}{s}+\frac{V_o}{s}+V_o=0

I don't know where that comes from. I don't understand why there are 2 s's
Shouldn't it be;

\frac{V_L-V_i}{R}+\frac{V_L-0}{Ls}+\frac{V_L-V_o}{R}=0

where V_L=V_o

...

You seem to be using V_o for ground, whereas the diagram shows V_o = V_L.
You're close, fix that up, & shoot again.
You should call ground (the bottom node voltage) zero like everybody else does! :smile:
 
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