Why Does Kirchoff's Loop Rule Apply to AC Circuits Using Complex Numbers?

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Start date Mar 2, 2007
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Kirchoff's loop rule applies to AC circuits using complex numbers because it reflects the conservation of energy, similar to its application in DC circuits. The sum of complex voltage drops in a loop must equal zero, ensuring energy balance in the circuit. Understanding this requires recognizing that complex numbers represent both magnitude and phase of voltages and currents. The challenge lies in correctly applying the rule to the complex representations rather than just the real components. Ultimately, the principle remains consistent across both AC and DC systems.

Mar 2, 2007

ougoah

I was wondering why Kirchoff's loop rule holds for the complex representations of voltage drops in AC circuits. That is, sum of complex voltage drops = 0.

I tried working it out from Kirchoff's rule in DC, but am not sure how to proceed properly.

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Mar 2, 2007

robb_

The loop rule is a statement of conservation of energy.

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