What Are Alternative Methods to Wye-Delta for Calculating Equivalent Resistance?

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The discussion centers on calculating equivalent resistance between points A and B, with a focus on alternative methods to the wye-delta transformation. A participant successfully used the wye-delta method but seeks other approaches, noting that two resistances are zero. Another contributor suggests simplifying the circuit by recognizing that certain points can be combined, effectively reducing the complexity of the problem. This method involves visualizing the circuit differently to identify equivalent points. The conversation concludes with agreement on the proposed simplification strategy.
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Calculate the equivalent resistance between A and B.[/B]

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I solved this problem by using wye-delta transformation. Is there any other method to solve this? The speciality in this circuit, I noticed, two of resistances are 0.[/B]
 
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Yes there is. Look at the square on the right. They try to confuse you by drawing it this way, but if you flip down the upper half, you see that the four 4 ##\Omega## resistors are in fact all ...
 
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BvU said:
Yes there is. Look at the square on the right. They try to confuse you by drawing it this way, but if you flip down the upper half, you see that the four 4 ##\Omega## resistors are in fact all ...
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So, I can think C and E as the same point. D and F are the same point too. So, I can change this circuit intothis one:
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Am I right?
 
That's the idea, yes.
 
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