Using Voltage Regulation to find load capacitance (Transformer)

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The discussion focuses on using voltage regulation readings from transformer tests to calculate load capacitance and inductance. The experiment involved open circuit and short circuit tests with various loads, including resistors, capacitors, and inductors. Voltage regulation readings for capacitors and inductors were provided, showing different initial and final voltages. The participant expresses uncertainty about the formula needed to link the readings to the load calculations. It is suggested that deriving Thevenin's Equivalent from the tests may be crucial for completing the calculations.
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Hi,
I did an experiment, involving transformers. Where we did open circuit and short circuit tests then test with a resistor, capacitor and inductor.

For the last question it asks Calculate the load capacitance and inductance from the voltage regulation readings.

Voltage regulation readings were: Capacitors -

Initial Voltage (Switch off) Final Voltage (Switch on) Voltage Regulation
110.2 V 110.5 V -0.271%

Inductors -

Initial Voltage (Switch off) Final Voltage (Switch on) Voltage Regulation
110.4 V 110.1 V 0.272 %


THREE LOADS
Capacitors -

Initial Voltage (Switch off) Final Voltage (Switch on) Voltage Regulation
110 V 110.9 -0.812 %

Inductors -

Initial Voltage (Switch off) Final Voltage (Switch on) Voltage Regulation
110 V 107.9 V 1.95 %

Help please I think i am missing something because I am not sure of the linking formulea.
 
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From the open circuit and short circuit tests, you should have derived a Thevanin's Equivalent, then use the equivalent with the loads. I think that's what you are missing.
 
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