RLC Circuit Analysis: Phase Difference & Impedance Modulus

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The discussion focuses on RLC series circuit analysis, specifically addressing phase difference and impedance modulus. The impedance, represented as $$Z=R+i\left(\frac{1}{\omega C}-\omega L\right)$$, is crucial for determining current $$i(t)$$, which is expressed in both time and phasor notation. The phase difference $$\phi$$ is essential as it represents the relationship between voltage and current in the circuit. The distinction between the two forms of $$i(t)$$ highlights the importance of understanding phasor notation in analyzing AC circuits.

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  • Understanding of RLC circuit components (Resistor, Inductor, Capacitor)
  • Familiarity with complex impedance in AC circuits
  • Knowledge of phasor notation and its application in circuit analysis
  • Basic principles of sinusoidal voltage and current waveforms
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  • Study the derivation of impedance in RLC circuits using $$Z=R+i\left(\frac{1}{\omega C}-\omega L\right)$$
  • Learn about the significance of phase difference in AC circuit analysis
  • Explore the application of phasor notation in solving RLC circuit problems
  • Investigate the impact of frequency on impedance and phase angle in RLC circuits
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Electrical engineers, physics students, and anyone involved in AC circuit design and analysis will benefit from this discussion, particularly those looking to deepen their understanding of RLC circuits and phasor representation.

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In an RLC series circuit let applied EMF be given ##V=V_0\sin\omega t##, $$Z=Z_C+Z_R+Z_L=R+i\left(\frac{1}{\omega C}-\omega L\right)$$
$$|Z|=\sqrt{R^2+\left(\frac{1}{\omega C}-\omega L\right)^2}$$

Then $$i(t)=\frac{V(t)}{Z}=\frac{V_0e^{i\omega t}}{R+i\left(\frac{1}{\omega C}-\omega L\right)}$$

Its given in my book that
$$i(t)=\frac{V_0(\sin\omega t+\phi)}{\sqrt{R^2+\left(\frac{1}{\omega C}-\omega L\right)^2}}$$

Why are they considering a phase difference of ##\phi##?

Also, why are they taking modulus of ##Z## and only the imaginary part of applied voltage?

What is the difference between the first ##i(t)## and the second ##i(t)##?
 
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Are you familiar with phasor notation?
 
Titan97 said:
Why are they considering a phase difference of ϕϕ\phi?
That phase difference is between voltage and current.
 
I get it. I can write $$R+i\left(\omega L-\frac{1}{\omega C}\right)=\sqrt{R^2+\left(\omega L-\frac{1}{\omega C}\right)^2}e^{i\phi}$$
Hence,
$$i(t)=\frac{V(t)}{\sqrt{R^2+\left(\omega L-\frac{1}{\omega C}\right)^2}e^{i\phi}}$$
$$i(t)=\frac{V(t)e^{-i\phi}}{\sqrt{R^2+\left(\omega L-\frac{1}{\omega C}\right)^2}}$$

Now it's in phasor notation.
 
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Titan97 said:
I get it. I can write $$R+i\left(\omega L-\frac{1}{\omega C}\right)=\sqrt{R^2+\left(\omega L-\frac{1}{\omega C}\right)^2}e^{i\phi}$$ Hence,$$
i(t)=\frac{V(t)}{\sqrt{R^2+\left(\omega L-\frac{1}{\omega C}\right)^2}e^{i\phi}}$$$$
i(t)=\frac{V(t)e^{-i\phi}}{\sqrt{R^2+\left(\omega L-\frac{1}{\omega C}\right)^2}}$$ Now it's in phasor notation.
There's ##\ i\ ## and then there's ##\ i\ ## .

You probably should write ##\ i(t)\ ## for the current
 

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