Solving RLC Circuit Problem: Underdamped CKT Roots

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The discussion centers on the analysis of the roots of a second-order differential equation for a series RLC circuit, specifically addressing the underdamped condition. The roots are given as s1,2 = (-4 ± j3) × 10^3, indicating complex conjugate roots typical of underdamped systems. The damping ratio, zeta (ζ), derived from these roots, must satisfy the condition 0 < ζ < 1. However, the user encounters a discrepancy when solving for ζ, yielding two values that do not meet the underdamped criteria.

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i have a question where
s1,2=(-4 (+-) j3) 10^3
are roots of a second order D.E of a series RLC ckt
where s1,2=(-z (+-) (z^2 -1)
(z is zeta)
now from
s1,2=(-4 (+-) j3) 10^3 ,its showing roots of underdamped ckt(complex nd conjugate)
but when i solve eq. z gives 2 values(but z must be less than 1 nd gr8er than 0 acc. 2 condition of underdamped ckt)
help please
 
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Isma said:
i have a question where
s1,2=(-4 (+-) j3) 10^3
are roots of a second order D.E of a series RLC ckt
where s1,2=(-z (+-) (z^2 -1)
(z is zeta)
now from
s1,2=(-4 (+-) j3) 10^3 ,its showing roots of underdamped ckt(complex nd conjugate)
but when i solve eq. z gives 2 values(but z must be less than 1 nd gr8er than 0 acc. 2 condition of underdamped ckt)
help please
The roots of a second order system are:
[tex]s_{1,2} = -\zeta \omega_n \pm j\omega_n \sqrt{1 - \zeta^2}[/tex]
where [tex]\omega_n[/tex] is the undamped natural frequency and [tex]\zeta[/tex] is the damping coefficient.
 
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