Why does source current reverse in single phase rectifier with source impedance?

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Source current reversal in a single-phase rectifier with source impedance occurs due to the interaction between the rectifier's operation and the impedance characteristics. When the load voltage drops to zero, the current can shift from positive to negative as the rectifier transitions from conducting to non-conducting states. This phenomenon is influenced by the source impedance, which affects the voltage drop across the load and alters the current flow direction. Understanding this requires analyzing the circuit dynamics during the switching events. The discussion emphasizes the need for example circuits to clarify these concepts further.
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Hello folks,
Can someone explain me the source current reversal in single phase rectifier having source impedance. I understood the analysis and functionality, but having a hard time understanding the change in current in source impedance from +ve to -ve. How load voltage is zero at this instant?

Thanks
 
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nitishsharmabit said:
Hello folks,
Can someone explain me the source current reversal in single phase rectifier having source impedance. I understood the analysis and functionality, but having a hard time understanding the change in current in source impedance from +ve to -ve. How load voltage is zero at this instant?

Thanks
Can you posts some example circuits?
 
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I've attached the circuit.
 
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