Power in AC Circuits
Power in Alternating Current (AC) circuits refers to the rate at which electrical energy is consumed or transferred. Unlike Direct Current (DC) circuits, AC power is more complex because both…[...]
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Resonance in RLC Circuits
Resonance in an RLC circuit occurs when the inductive reactance (X_L) and capacitive reactance (X_C) are equal. At this point, their opposing effects cancel each other out, resulting in the…[...]
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AC Circuit Analysis Techniques
What is an AC Circuit? An AC (Alternating Current) circuit is one where the current and voltage change direction and magnitude continuously over time, typically in a sine wave form.…[...]
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Impedance in AC Circuits (R, L, C)
Impedance is a fundamental concept in alternating current (AC) circuits, representing the total opposition a circuit offers to the flow of AC. While it shares similarities with resistance in direct…[...]
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Balanced and Unbalanced 3-Phase Loads
Balanced and Unbalanced 3-Phase Loads: Understanding the Differences In a three-phase power system, the type of load connected to the system plays a critical role in its overall performance. Loads…[...]
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Protective Devices in AC Circuits
Introduction to Protective Devices in AC Circuits Protective devices in AC circuits are critical components designed to safeguard electrical equipment, wiring, and individuals from damage caused by faults like short…[...]
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Harmonics in AC Circuits
What are Harmonics? In an ideal AC circuit, voltage and current waveforms are pure sine waves that oscillate at a single frequency, typically 50 or 60 Hz. However, harmonics are…[...]
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Power Factor Correction Methods
What is Power Factor? Power Factor (PF) is the ratio of real power used to do useful work to the apparent power supplied in an electrical system. It ranges from…[...]
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Three-Phase vs Single-Phase AC
AC (Alternating Current) is a form of electric current that reverses its direction periodically. In residential homes and small businesses, single-phase AC is commonly used, while three-phase AC is predominantly…[...]
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Phasor Representation and Complex Numbers in AC
Phasor Representation and Complex Numbers in AC Circuits In alternating current (AC) circuit analysis, the behavior of sinusoidal voltages and currents can be complex due to their time-varying nature. To…[...]
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