Numerical Example 4.2 (RL Parallel Circuit)
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Introduction to RL Parallel Circuits
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Good morning, class! Today we will discuss RL parallel circuits, which consist of a resistor and an inductor connected to an AC source. Can anyone explain what we might expect to happen in this kind of circuit?
Um, I think the current will split between the two components?
Exactly! The total current will indeed split. Remember, in a parallel circuit, the voltage across each component remains constant.
What about the phase? Does it play a role here?
Yes, the inductance affects the phase relationship between current and voltage. In a parallel circuit, while voltage remains constant, the current can lag for the inductor.
Calculating Inductive Reactance
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Letβs proceed to calculate the inductive reactance, XL. Who can remind us how to find XL?
Oh, isnβt it XL = ΟL where Ο = 2Οf?
Spot on, Student_3! Now, can we calculate it with our given frequency of 50 Hz and inductance of 0.2 H?
Yes! So, first Ο = 2 Γ Ο Γ 50, which is about 314.16 rad/s. Then, XL = 314.16 Γ 0.2, which gives us 62.83 Ξ©.
Great! Now we know the inductor's reactance, which helps us further analyze the circuit.
Calculating Total Admittance
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Now that we have our XL, letβs find the admittance of both the resistor and inductor. Who can tell me the formula for admittance?
Isnβt it Y = 1/Z?
Correct! So, starting with the resistor's admittance, what do we get?
For the resistor YR = 1/50, which is 0.02 S.
Perfect! And for the inductor?
YL = 1/(jXL) so thatβs 1/(j62.83) which equals -j0.0159 S.
Excellent! Now let's calculate the total admittance Ytotal.
Total Current Calculation
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Lastly, we will find the total current using the total admittance. What is the relationship we need here?
Itotal = Vsource Γ Ytotal, right?
Correct! Letβs use our Vsource of 100 V and our Ytotal that we just calculated. Can we compute Itotal?
So, it will be 100 Γ (0.02 - j0.0159). That means Itotal = 2.555 β -38.49Β° A.
Well done! This tells us the total current is 2.555 A with a phase lag, as expected for an inductive circuit.
Review and Key Takeaways
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To wrap up, can anyone describe the steps we took to analyze our RL parallel circuit?
First, we calculated the inductive reactance and then the admittance of each component.
And then we found the total admittance before calculating the total current drawn from the source.
Exactly, great wrap-up! Are there any questions before we finish?
Nah, I think Iβm good!
Fantastic! Make sure to review these concepts for our next class.
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In this section, we focus on the analysis of a parallel circuit consisting of a resistor and an inductor under an AC supply. We calculate the total current drawn from the supply and discuss the components' admittance and their effects on the circuit's performance.
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In an RL parallel circuit, the total current is determined by analyzing the contributions from both the resistor and the inductor. The resistor (50Ξ©) and the inductor (0.2 H) are connected to a 100V, 50 Hz AC supply. Key calculations include finding the angular frequency (Ο) and the inductive reactance (XL), followed by determining the admittance of both components. Finally, we sum up the individual admittances to find the total current drawn from the source. Understanding this analysis is crucial for designing efficient circuits that utilize both resistive and reactive elements effectively.
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Angular Frequency Calculation
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Ο = 2Οf = 2Ο Γ 50 = 314.16 rad/s.
Detailed Explanation
The angular frequency (Ο) is a measure of how quickly the current or voltage oscillates in AC circuits. It is calculated using the formula Ο = 2Οf, where f is the frequency in hertz (Hz). In this case, with a frequency of 50 Hz, we multiply it by 2Ο to convert it into radians per second.
Examples & Analogies
Think of angular frequency like the speed of a carousel. If the carousel spins more times per minute (higher frequency), it has a higher angular speed. Similarly, the higher the frequency of your AC supply, the faster the oscillation of the current.
Inductive Reactance Calculation
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XL = ΟL = 314.16 Γ 0.2 = 62.83 Ξ©.
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Inductive reactance (XL) is the opposition that an inductor offers to the flow of alternating current due to its inductance (L). It is calculated using the formula XL = ΟL, where Ο is the angular frequency and L is the inductance in henries (H). In this example, we have an inductor of 0.2 H, which gives us a reactance of 62.83 Ξ© at 50 Hz.
Examples & Analogies
Imagine the inductor as a water dam that resists the flow of water (current). The larger the dam (higher inductance) and the faster the water flows (higher frequency), the greater the resistance to the flow becomes.
Admittance of Resistor Calculation
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YR = 1/R = 1/50 = 0.02 S. In polar form: 0.02β 0Β° S.
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Admittance (Y) is a measure of how easily a circuit allows current to flow and is the reciprocal of impedance (Z). For the resistor in the circuit, we calculate the admittance YR as YR = 1/R, resulting in 0.02 siemens (S). In polar form, this is 0.02β 0Β° S, indicating that it has no phase shift.
Examples & Analogies
Think of admittance like a wide road that allows a lot of cars (current) to flow through easily. The wider the road (lower resistance), the more cars can pass without slowing down.
Admittance of Inductor Calculation
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YL = 1/ZL = 1/(jXL) = 1/(j62.83) = -j(1/62.83) β -j0.0159 S. In polar form: 0.0159β -90Β° S.
Detailed Explanation
The admittance of the inductor is calculated by taking the inverse of the inductive reactance ZL. This results in an admittance YL represented as a complex number, indicating its phase shift of -90 degrees which indicates that the current through an inductor lags behind the voltage. This lagging nature is typical for inductive components.
Examples & Analogies
Imagine the inductor as a sponge that absorbs water (current) but resists rapid flow. The water that comes in is not immediately released β it lags behind because the sponge needs time to soak it up.
Total Admittance Calculation
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Ytotal = YR + YL = (0.02) + (0 - j0.0159) = 0.02 - j0.0159 S. In polar form: β£Ytotalβ£ = 0.022+(β0.0159)Β² = 0.02555 β β38.49Β° S.
Detailed Explanation
To find the total admittance (Ytotal) of the parallel circuit, we sum the admittance contributions from both the resistor and inductor. The result has both a real part (from the resistor) and an imaginary part (from the inductor). We then convert it to polar form to find the magnitude and angle.
Examples & Analogies
Think of admittance as all the different paths on a hiking trail (voltage sources). The easier paths (resistance) allow hikers to flow quickly, while tougher paths (reactance) let fewer hikers pass at once. When you total all the paths, you can see how easy or difficult it is to traverse the entire area.
Total Current Calculation
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Itotal = Vsource Γ Ytotal = (100β 0Β°) Γ (0.02555β -38.49Β°) = 2.555β -38.49Β° A.
Detailed Explanation
The total current drawn from the supply is calculated by multiplying the source voltage (Vsource) by the total admittance (Ytotal). This gives us a complex representation of current, indicating both its magnitude and phase angle relative to the voltage, showing that current lags the voltage, which is typical in inductive circuits.
Examples & Analogies
If you think of the current as the flow of traffic, the source voltage is the road that directs the cars. The total current shows how many cars are on the road but also indicates how their speed relates to the direction of the road β whether they are speeding up or slowing down along the way.
Key Concepts
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RL Parallel Circuit: A configuration where a resistor and inductor are connected in parallel to an AC source.
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Inductive Reactance: A measure of the opposition to current flow in an inductor, which increases with frequency.
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Admittance: The measure of how easily current can flow in a circuit, calculated using the reciprocal of impedance.
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Total Current: The summation of individual branch currents in a parallel circuit, which is affected by component characteristics.
Examples & Applications
Calculating total current in a parallel RL circuit using an AC supply by first finding angular frequency and inductive reactance.
Understanding the effect of phase angle on currents in a parallel circuit with a resistor and inductor.
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Rhymes
In a parallel circuit, the voltage is clear, Current splits quick, and that's no fear.
Stories
Imagine a water park with two slides: one steep (the resistor) and one long (the inductor). The water flows to both slides at the same time β despite their differences, they show us the beauty of parallel flow!
Memory Tools
RIPE: Resistor current is Parallel, Energy flows.
Acronyms
RAC
Resistor Admittance Calculation.
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Glossary
- Admittance
The measure of how easily a circuit allows current to flow; the reciprocal of impedance.
- Inductive Reactance (XL)
The opposition to the change in current flow caused by inductors in an AC system.
- Angular Frequency (Ο)
The rate of change of the phase of a sinusoidal waveform, expressed in radians per second.
- Total Current
The sum of currents flowing through all branches in a parallel circuit.
- Resistor
A component in an electrical circuit that resists the flow of current, measured in ohms.
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