waqarrashid33 said:Half wave rectifier based on the principle of PN junction diode convert either possitive or negative portion of AC current But i am confused here that when the portion of current on which the diode is reverse biased current is almost zero then where the energy of that portion goes?
In a half wave rectifier, the energy is converted from alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC). This means that the energy flows in one direction, instead of alternating back and forth.
The energy is converted in a half wave rectifier through the use of a diode. The diode allows current to flow in one direction, effectively blocking the reverse flow of energy.
Yes, there is some energy loss in a half wave rectifier due to the voltage drop across the diode. This loss is typically small, but can add up over time.
No, the energy cannot be stored in a half wave rectifier. It is immediately converted and used in the circuit, so there is no storage of energy.
The efficiency of a half wave rectifier is typically around 40-50%, meaning that about half of the energy is lost. This is why full wave rectifiers are often used, as they have a higher efficiency and can convert more of the energy to usable DC power.