Solving Thevenin Equivalent with 1 Point & Ground

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The discussion revolves around finding the Thevenin equivalent of a circuit with a single point and ground. Participants express confusion regarding the setup and the implications of having only one reference point.

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  • Exploratory, Assumption checking

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  • The original poster attempts to understand how to approach the Thevenin equivalent with a single point and ground. Some participants question the role of the voltage source and seek clarification on specific circuit elements.

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Participants are actively engaging with the problem, with some providing guidance on how to identify the Thevenin equivalent between specific points. There is an ongoing exploration of the circuit's configuration and its implications for analysis.

Contextual Notes

There is mention of a voltage source and a new drawing being made to clarify the circuit setup. The original poster expresses difficulty in visualizing the circuit due to image display issues.

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Hey I can't figure out how to convert the below circuit into its thevenin equivalent. I am used to having two points to work with, but in this circuit there is only one and a ground.

http://img715.yfrog.com/i/13332492.jpg/
for some reason the image doesn't show up on my screen; if that's the case for you, the link is below
http://img715.yfrog.com/i/13332492.jpg/

help appreciated!
 
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Find the Thevenin equivalent between the free end of R3 and the ground.

ehild
 
im still confused about the +5 V end, can you actually show me?
 
There is a voltage source connected there. I made a new drawing, find the Thevenin equivalent between A and B.

ehild
 

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