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18.5 - Example 3: Electrical Circuit ODE (RLC Circuit)

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What does 'R' stand for in RLC circuits?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the circuit components.

Question 2

Easy

What is the first step in using Laplace transforms for an ODE?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Transform the equations before simplifying.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What does the Laplace transform do?

  • Transforms algebraic equations into differential equations.
  • Converts differential equations into algebraic equations.
  • Solves algebraic equations directly.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what transformations help achieve.

Question 2

True or False: Initial conditions must always be ignored when using Laplace transforms.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the role of values at the beginning of the time period.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Given the circuit ODE L * dΒ²i/dtΒ² + R * di/dt + (1/C)i = V(t) with a step input voltage, derive the expression i(t) using Laplace transforms.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider using partial fraction decomposition for I(s) before applying the inverse Laplace transform.

Question 2

If R increases in an RLC circuit, how does this affect the transient response observed in i(t)?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the role of resistance in the rate of change within circuits.

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