Parallel RL Circuit: Get Help with AC Supply & Differential Equation

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the analysis of a parallel RL circuit connected to an AC supply, focusing on the formulation and solution of the associated differential equations. Participants explore transient and steady-state responses, including the use of specific solution forms for the differential equations.

Discussion Character

  • Technical explanation
  • Mathematical reasoning
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant seeks help with the differential equation governing a parallel RL circuit under AC supply conditions.
  • Another participant suggests a resource but acknowledges it may not be sufficient for transient solutions.
  • Discussion includes the formulation of the differential equation as L(di/dt) + Ri = RIcos(ωt) and the need for both homogeneous and particular solutions.
  • Participants propose that the particular solution can be assumed in the form of i = Acos(ωt + φ) or i = Acos(ωt) + Bsin(ωt), with some questioning the necessity of the phase term φ.
  • There is a debate about the appropriateness of using cosine versus sine functions in the solution, with explanations provided regarding their equivalence and the implications of differentiation.
  • Participants discuss the method of undetermined coefficients for finding the values of A and φ, as well as the coefficients in second-order equations.
  • One participant expresses confusion about the initial conditions and the application of the differential equation in different scenarios (AC vs. DC).
  • There are corrections and refinements to earlier claims, particularly regarding the formulation of the total solution and the initial conditions for the inductor current.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express varying levels of understanding and agreement on the methods for solving the differential equations, with some confusion remaining about the assumptions made in the solutions. Multiple competing views exist regarding the forms of the solutions and the treatment of initial conditions.

Contextual Notes

Limitations include unresolved assumptions about initial conditions and the specific forms of the solutions. The discussion reflects a mix of first and second-order circuit analysis without consensus on the best approach for all scenarios.

  • #31
SGT,Thankyou very much indeed.
I think i got the stuff in my head atlast.
Thankyou. :smile:
 
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  • #32
but then sgt,i also read that ip shud be assumed as
acos(wt+phi) + bsin(wt+phi)
not Kcos(wt+phi) as the supply is Vcos(wt+phi).they need not be in phase...
i am confused now.
 
  • #33
ng said:
but then sgt,i also read that ip shud be assumed as
acos(wt+phi) + bsin(wt+phi)
not Kcos(wt+phi) as the supply is Vcos(wt+phi).they need not be in phase...
i am confused now.
No, you make
i_P = K cos(\omega t + \phi_1)
where \phi_1 \neq \phi
if you make
i_P = A cos \omega t + B sin \omega t
the phase angle \phi_1 will be automatically calculated:
A = K cos \phi_1 and B = K sin \phi_1
 
  • #34
okay sgt,now i get it.
thanx a loooooooooooooot!
 

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