07. Electrical Circuits Author MRCET
07. Electrical Circuits Author MRCET
07. Electrical Circuits Author MRCET
LECTURE NOTES
B.TECH
(I YEAR – II SEM)
(2017-18)
OBJECTIVES:
This course introduces the basic concepts of network and circuit analysis which is the
foundation of the Electrical Engineering discipline. The emphasis of this course if laid on
the basic analysis of circuits which includes network analysis, 1-phase ac circuits,
magnetic circuits.
Unit –I:
Introduction to Electrical Circuits: Concept of Network and Circuit, Types of elements,
Types of sources, Source transformation. R-L-C Parameters, Voltage–Current relationship
for Passive Elements (for different input signals –Square, Ramp, Saw tooth and
Triangular), Kirchhoff’s Laws.
Unit –II:
Network Analysis: Network Reduction Techniques-Resistive networks, Inductive networks
and capacitive networks- Series, Parallel, Series-Parallel combinations, Star–to-Delta and
Delta-to-Star Transformation. Mesh Analysis and Super mesh, Nodal Analysis and Super
node for DC Excitation. Network topology-Definitions, Graph, Tree, Basic Cut set and Basic
Tie set Matrices for Planar Networks.
Unit-III:
Single Phase A.C. Circuits: Average value, R.M.S. value, form factor and peak factor for
different periodic wave forms. J-notation, Complex and Polar forms of representation.
Steady State Analysis of series R-L-C circuits. Concept of Reactance, Impedance,
Susceptance, Admittance, Phase and Phase difference. Concept of Power Factor, Real,
Reactive and Complex power.
Unit –IV:
Network Theorems (D.C&A.C): Thevenin’s, Norton’s, Maximum Power Transfer,
Superposition, Reciprocity, Tellegen’s, Substitution, Compensation and Milliman’s
theorems.
Unit –V:
Magnetic Circuits: Magnetic circuits: Faraday’s laws of electromagnetic induction,
concept of self and mutual inductance, dot convention, coefficient of coupling, composite
magnetic circuit, analysis of series and parallel magnetic circuits.
TEXT BOOKS:
1. Engineering Circuit Analysis - William Hayt, Jack E. Kemmerly, S M Durbin, Mc Graw Hill
Companies.
ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS
UNIT-1
The performance of any electrical device or machine is always studied by drawing its electrical
equivalent circuit. By simulating an electric circuit, any type of system can be studied for e.g.,
mechanical, hydraulic thermal, nuclear, traffic flow, weather prediction etc.
All control systems are studied by representing them in the form of electric circuits. The analysis, of
any system can be learnt by mastering the techniques of circuit theory.
The analysis of any system can be learnt by mastering the techniques of circuit theory.
Active elements:
Active elements are the elements of a circuit which possess energy of their own and can impart it to
other element of the circuit.
A Voltage source has a specified voltage across its terminals, independent of current flowing through
it.
A current source has a specified current through it independent of the voltage appearing across it.
Passive Elements:
The passive elements of an electric circuit do not possess energy of their own. They receive
energy from the sources. The passive elements are the resistance, the inductance and the capacitance.
When electrical energy is supplied to a circuit element, it will respond in one and more of the following
ways.
And if the energy is stored in an electric field, the element is a pure capacitor.
Linear and Non-Linear Elements.
Linear elements show the linear characteristics of voltage & current. That is its voltage-current
characteristics are at all-times a straight-line through the origin.
For example, the current passing through a resistor is proportional to the voltage applied
through its and the relation is expressed as V I or V = IR. A linear element or network is one which
satisfies the principle of superposition, i.e., the principle of homogeneity and additivity.
Resistors, inductors and capacitors are the examples of the linear elements and their
properties do not change with a change in the applied voltage and the circuit current.
Non linear element’s V-I characteristics do not follow the linear pattern i.e. the current passing
through it does not change linearly with the linear change in the voltage across it. Examples are the
semiconductor devices such as diode, transistor.
An element is said to be bilateral, when the same relation exists between voltage and current
for the current flowing in both directions.
An element is said to be unilateral, when the same relation does not exist between voltage
and current when current flowing in both directions. The circuits containing them are called unilateral
circuits.
Ex: Vacuum diodes, Silicon Diodes, Selenium Rectifiers etc.
Lumped elements are those elements which are very small in size & in which simultaneous
actions takes place. Typical lumped elements are capacitors, resistors, inductors.
Distributed elements are those which are not electrically separable for analytical purposes.
For example a transmission line has distributed parameters along its length and may extend for
hundreds of miles.
If the voltage of the voltage source is completely independent source of current and the current
of the current source is completely independent of the voltage, then the sources are called as
independent sources.
The special kind of sources in which the source voltage or current depends on some other
quantity in the circuit which may be either a voltage or a current anywhere in the circuit are called
Dependent sources or Controlled sources.
Independent sources actually exist as physical entities such as battery, a dc generator & an
alternator. But dependent sources are used to represent electrical properties of electronic devices
such as OPAMPS & Transistors.
1. An ideal voltage source is one which delivers energy to the load at a constant terminal
voltage, irrespective of the current drawn by the load.
2. An ideal current source is one, which delivers energy with a constant current to the load,
irrespective of the terminal voltage across the load.
3. A Practical voltage source always possesses a very small value of internal resistance r. The
internal resistance of a voltage source is always connected in series with it & for a current
source; it is always connected in parallel with it. As the value of the internal resistance of a
practical voltage source is very small, its terminal voltage is assumed to be almost constant
within a certain limit of current flowing through the load.
4. A practical current source is also assumed to deliver a constant current, irrespective of the
terminal voltage across the load connected to it.
Ideal voltage source connected in series:
Any number of ideal voltage sources connected in series can be represented by a single ideal
voltage some taking in to account the polarities connected together in to consideration.
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When two ideal voltage sources of emf’s V1 & V2 are connected in parallel, what voltage appears
across its terminals is ambiguous.
In that case also, such a connection is unnecessary as only one voltage source serves the purpose.
When ideal current sources are connected in series, what current flows through the line is
ambiguous. Hence such a connection is not permissible.
But, such a connection is not necessary as only one current source serves the purpose.
Practical current sources connected in series:
Two ideal current sources in parallel can be replaced by a single equivalent ideal current source.
A current source or a voltage source drives current through its load resistance and the
magnitude of the current depends on the value of the load resistance.
Consider a practical voltage source and a practical current source connected to the same load
resistance RL as shown in the figure
R1’s in figure represents the internal resistance of the voltage source VS and current source IS.
Two sources are said to be identical, when they produce identical terminal voltage VL and load current
IL.
The circuit in figure represents a practical voltage source & a practical current source respectively, with
load connected to both the sources.
The terminal voltage VL and load current IL across their terminals are same.
Hence the practical voltage source & practical current source shown in the dotted box of figure are
equal.
The two equivalent sources should also provide the same open circuit voltage & short circuit current.
IL = I
IL =
= I
VS = IR or I =
Hence a voltage source Vs in series with its internal resistance R can be converted into a current source
I = , with its internal resistance R connected in parallel with it. Similarly a current source I
in parallel with its internal resistance R can be converted into a voltage source V = IR in series with its
internal resistance R.
R-L-C Parameters:
1. Resistance:
Resistance is that property of a circuit element which opposes the flow of electric current and in
doing so converts electrical energy into heat energy.
Ohm’s law states that the voltage drop across a conductor of given length and area of cross section is
directly proportional to the current flowing through it.
R œi
V=Ri
i= = GV
Where the reciprocal of resistance is called conductance G. The unit of resistance is ohm and the unit
of conductance is mho or Siemens.
When current flows through any resistive material, heat is generated by the collision of electrons with
other atomic particles. The power absorbed by the resistor is converted to heat and is given by the
expression
P= vi= i2R where i is the resistor in amps, and v is the voltage across the resistor in volts.
W= t
2. Inductance:
Inductance is the property of a material by virtue of which it opposes any change of magnitude and
direction of electric current passing through conductor. A wire of certain length, when twisted into a
coil becomes a basic conductor. A change in the magnitude of the current changes the electromagnetic
field.
Increase in current expands the field & decrease in current reduces it. A change in current produces
change in the electromagnetic field. This induces a voltage across the coil according to Faradays laws of
Electromagnetic Induction.
Induced Voltage V = L
di = v dt
W= = dt =
W=
Conclusions:
1) V = L
The induced voltage across an inductor is zero if the current through it is constant. That
means an inductor acts as short circuit to dc.
2) For minute change in current within zero time (dt = 0) gives an infinite voltage across the
inductor which is physically not at all feasible. In an inductor, the current cannot change abruptly. An
inductor behaves as open circuit just after switching across dc voltage.
3) The inductor can store finite amount of energy, even if the voltage across the inductor is zero.
4) A pure inductor never dissipates energy, it only stores it. Hence it is also called as a non–
dissipative passive element. However, physical inductor dissipates power due to internal resistance.
Ex: The current in a 2H inductor raises at a rate of 2A/s .Find the voltage across the inductor the
energy stored in the magnetic field at after 2sec.
Sol:
V=L
= 2X2 = 4V
= = 16 J
W Li2 = X 2 X (4)2
3. Capacitance:
q = CV
Where `C` is the capacitance in farads, if q is charge in coulombs and V is the potential
difference across the capacitor in volts.
The current flowing in the circuit is rate of flow of charge
i= =C
The capacitance of a capacitor depends on the dielectric medium & the physical
dimensions. For a parallel plate capacitor, the capacitance
C= = €0 €r
i= =C
V=
= C = Joules
This energy is stored in the electric field set up by the voltage across capacitor.
Conclusions:
1. The current in a capacitor is zero, if the voltage across it is constant, that means the
capacitor acts as an open circuit to dc
2. A small change in voltage across a capacitance within zero time gives an infinite current
through the capacitor, which is physically impossible.
In a fixed capacitor, the voltage cannot change abruptly
A capacitor behaves as short circuit just after switching across dc voltage.
3. The capacitor can store a finite amount of energy, even if the current through it is zero.
4. A pure capacitor never dissipates energy but only stores it hence it is called non-dissipative
element.
Kirchhoff`s Laws:
Kirchhoff’s laws are more comprehensive than Ohm's law and are used for solving electrical
networks which may not be readily solved by the latter.
Kirchhoff`s laws, two in number, are particularly useful in determining the equivalent resistance
of a complicated network of conductors and for calculating the currents flowing in the various
conductors.
In any electrical network, the algebraic sum of the currents meeting at a point (or junction) is
Zero.
That is the total current entering a junction is equal to the total current leaving that junction.
I1+(-I2)+(I3)+(+I4)+(-I5) = 0
I1+I4-I2-I3-I5 = 0
Or
I1+I4 = I2+I3+I5
Or
In any electrical network, the algebraic sum of the products of currents and resistances in each
of the conductors in any closed path (or mesh) in a network plus the algebraic sum of the
e.m.f.’s. in that path is zero.
It should be noted that algebraic sum is the sum which takes into account the polarities of the
voltage drops.
That is, if we start from a particular junction and go round the mesh till we come back to the
starting point, then we must be at the same potential with which we started.
Hence, it means that all the sources of emf met on the way must necessarily be equal to the
voltage drops in the resistances, every voltage being given its proper sign, plus or minus.
In applying Kirchhoff's laws to specific problems, particular attention should be paid to the
algebraic signs of voltage drops and e.m.fs.
A rise in voltage should be given a + ve sign and a fall in voltage a -ve sign. That is, if we go from
the -ve terminal of a battery to its +ve terminal there is a rise in potential, hence this voltage
should be given a + ve sign.
And on the other hand, we go from +ve terminal to -ve terminal, then there is a fall in potential,
hence this voltage should be preceded by a -ve sign.
Now, take the case of a resistor (Fig. 2.4). If we go through a resistor in the same direction as
the
current, then there is a fall in potential because current flows from a higher to a lower
potential..
Hence, this voltage fall should be taken -ve. However, if we go in a direction opposite to that of
the
current, then there is a rise in voltage. Hence, this voltage rise should be given a positive sign.
As we travel around the mesh in the clockwise direction, different voltage drops will have the
following signs :
In applying Kirchhoff's laws to electrical networks, the direction of current flow may be
assumed either clockwise or anticlockwise. If the assumed direction of current is not the actual
direction, then on solving the question, the current will be found to have a minus sign.
If the answer is positive, then assumed direction is the same as actual direction.
However, the important point is that once a particular direction has been assumed, the same
should be used throughout the solution of the question.
Kirchhoff's laws are applicable both to d.c. and a.c. voltages and currents. However, in the case
of alternating currents and voltages, any e.m.f. of self-inductance or that existing across a
capacitor should be also taken into account.
ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS EEE
The Three Passive Elements are Resistance, Inductance and Capacitance. The behavior of these three elements along
with the respective voltage-current relationship is given in the table.
Element Basic Relation Voltage across, If Current Known Current through, If Voltage Known
𝑉 VR (t)=R iR(t) VR (t)
iR(t)=
R R= 𝑅
𝐼
𝑑𝑖(𝑡) 1 𝑡
VL(t)=L iL(t)=𝐿 ∫−∞ 𝑉(𝑡)𝑑𝑡
𝑁∅ 𝑑𝑡
L
L=
𝐼
𝑄 1 𝑡
VC(t)=𝐶 ∫−∞ 𝑖𝐶 (𝑡)𝑑𝑡 iC(t)=C
𝑑𝑣(𝑡)
𝐶= 𝑑𝑡
C 𝑉
Table
1. A current waveform flowing through an inductor of 1mH is shown in the figure. Obtain and sketch the waveform
of voltage across the inductor.
Solution:
𝑑𝑖(𝑡)
For 2<t<4, i(t)=100 and 𝑑𝑡
=0
𝑑𝑖(𝑡)
Now, VL(t) =L 𝑑𝑡
=1*10-3*50=0.05V 0<t<2
=1*10-3*0=0V 2<t<4
2. A 0.5uF capacitor has voltage waveform v(t) as shown in following figure, plot i(t) as function of t ?
Solution:
Therefore v(t)=20t
𝑑𝑣(𝑡)
Therefore i(t)=C 𝑑𝑡
=0.5*10-6*20=1*10-5A=10uA
Therefore v(t)=40V
𝑑𝑣(𝑡)
Therefore i(t)=C 𝑑𝑡
=0.5*10-6*0=0A
0−40
For 4<t<8, v(t) is a ramp with slope = 8−4
= −10
3. A Pure Inductance Of 3mh Carries A Current Of The Waveform Shown In Fig. Sketch The Waveform Of V (t) And
P(t).Determine The Average Value Of Power
Fig
Solution:
𝑑(5𝑡)
=3*10-3 𝑑𝑡
=15*10-3v
𝑑𝑖(𝑡)
For 2<t<4, VL(t)=L 𝑑𝑡
𝑑(10)
=3*10-3 𝑑𝑡
=0v
𝑑𝑖(𝑡)
For 4<t<6, VL(t)=L
𝑑𝑡
𝑑(−10𝑡+50)
=3*10-3
𝑑𝑡
=-30*10-3v
𝑑𝑖(𝑡)
For 6<t<8, VL(t)=L 𝑑𝑡
𝑑(−10)
=3*10-3
𝑑𝑡
=0v
𝑑𝑖(𝑡)
For 8<t<10, VL(t)=L 𝑑𝑡
𝑑(5𝑡−50)
=3*10-3
𝑑𝑡
=15*10-3v
Fig.
=75*10-3t W
=0W
=0W
4. Draw the waveforms for current, power for the following elements if a voltage input shown in figure is applied to
these elements.
i. R=1 OHM
ii. L=1H
iii. C=1F
SOLUTION:
20−0
From the figure, v (t) is a straight line with slope = 1−0
=20, For 0<t<1
i. R=1 OHM
The voltage and current relation of a resistor is given by, v (t) =R i(t)
i(t) =20t/1=20t
Hence,
Therefore the current waveform for the above values of t and i(t) is shown in figure below
Power, p(t)=v(t)i(t)
=20t*20t=400t2 W
Hence,
Therefore the power wave form for the above values of t and p(t) is shown in below figure.
ii. L=1 H
The voltage and current relation of a inductor is given by,
1 𝑡
i(t)=𝐿 ∫−∞ 𝑉(𝑡)𝑑𝑡
1 0 𝑡
i(t)=1 [∫−∞ 𝑉(𝑡)𝑑𝑡 + ∫0 𝑉(𝑡)𝑑𝑡]
𝑡 𝑡
i(t)=0+∫0 𝑉(𝑡)𝑑𝑡=∫0 20𝑡𝑑𝑡 =10t2
Power, p(t)=v(t)i(t)=20t*10t2=200t3 W
iii. C=1 F
The voltage and current relation of a inductor is given by
𝑑𝑉(𝑡)
i(t)=C
𝑑𝑡
𝑑(20𝑡)
i(t)=1* 𝑑𝑡
=20A
Power, p(t)=v(t)i(t)=20t*20=400t W
UNIT-II
NETWORK ANALYSIS
Introduction
Network Reduction Techniques
Resistive Networks, Inductive Networks and Capacitive Networks
Series, Parallel, and Series Parallel Connections
Star to Delta and Delta to Star Transformations
Mesh Analysis and Super Mesh for DC excitation
Nodal Analysis and Super Node for DC excitation
Network Topology Definitions: Graph, Tree, and Basic Tie-set, Basic Cut-set
Matrices for planar Networks
Introduction:
A network is a collection of interconnected electrical components. In general, the electrical
networks are made to exchange the energy between different elements .These electrical networks
can be constructed either by using Resistors or Inductors or Capacitors or combination of these
elements. Network analysis is the process of finding the voltage response or the current response
for any element in the network by using the available techniques.
Consider the circuit in fig(a) ,where two resistors R1 and R2 are in series, since the same
current i flows in both of them. Applying Ohm’s law to each of the resistors, we obtain
v1 = iR1,.......(1) v2= iR2........(2)
If we apply KVL to the loop fig(b) , we have
-v + v1 +v2 = 0...........................(3)
v =v1 +v2= i(R1 + R2)
i = v/ (R1 +R2) ......................(4)
v =i Req................(5)
Implying that the two resistors can be replaced by an equivalent resistor; that is,
Req =R1 + R2
Note: The equivalent resistance of any number of resistors connected in series is the sum of
the individual resistances.
If "n"resistors are in series, Req=R1+R2+......Rn
Two or more resistors in a circuit are said to be in Parallel when all the resistors are
connected to the same nodes and the same voltage is appearing across all these elements.
Consider the circuit in fig(a), where two resistors are connected in parallel and therefore have
the same voltage across them. From Ohm’s law,
v = i1R1 = i2R2..................(1)
i1 =v/R1, i2 =v/R2..................(2)
Applying KCL at node a gives the total current i as
i = i1 +i2................(3)
Substituting Eq. (2) into Eq. (3), we get
i =v/R1+v/R2=v(1/R1+1/R2)=v/Req
1/Req=1/R1+1/R2
Note: The equivalent resistance of two parallel resistors is equal to the product of their
resistances divided by their sum.
If "n"resistors are in parallel, 1/ Req=1/R1+1/R2+......1/Rn
If "n"resistors of same value are in parallel, Req=R/n
It is often more convenient to use conductance rather than resistance when dealing with
resistors in parallel. The equivalent conductance for N resistors in parallel is
Note: The equivalent conductance of resistors connected in parallel is the sum of their individual
conductances.
Example Problems:
1) Find the Req for the circuit shown in below figure.
fig(a)
Solution:
To get Req we combine resistors in series and in parallel. The 6 ohms and 3 ohms resistors are in
parallel, so their equivalent resistance is
Also, the 1 ohm and 5ohms resistors are in series; hence their equivalent resistance is
Thus the circuit in Fig.(b) is reduced to that in Fig. (c). In Fig. (b), we notice that the two 2 ohms
resistors are in series, so the equivalent resistance is
This 4 ohms resistor is now in parallel with the 6 ohms resistor in Fig.(b); their equivalent
resistance is
The circuit in Fig.(b) is now replaced with that in Fig.(c). In Fig.(c), the three resistors are in
series. Hence, the equivalent resistance for the circuit is
Solution:
In the given network 4 ohms, 5 ohms and 3 ohms comes in series then equivalent resistance is
4+5 + 3 = 12 ohms
From fig(c), 3 ohms and 3 ohms are in series, equivalent resistance is 6 ohms
From fig(d), 6 ohms and 6 ohms are in parallel, equivalent resistance is 3 ohms
From fig(e), 4 ohms, 3 ohms and 3 ohms are in series .Hence Req = 4+ 3+ 3 =10 ohms
Consider a series connection of N inductors, as shown in Fig(a),with the equivalent circuit shown
in Fig(b). The inductors have the same current through them. Applying KVL to the loop,
Note: The equivalent Inductance Leq of a circuit with n Inductances L1, L2, ….Ln connected in
series is equal to the sum of the individual Inductances L1 ,L2, … Ln
Parallel Connection of Inductors:
Two or more inductors in a circuit are said to be in Parallel when all the circuit inductors are
connected to the same nodes and the same voltage is appearing across all these inductors
Consider the circuit in fig(a) and using the Kirchhoff’s Current Law (KCL) at the node ‘a’ the
governing equation can be written as:
i = i1 + i2 + ……+in..........(1)
In terms of the applied voltage V , the individual Inductances L1 ,L2, … Ln the above equation
can be written as:
i = (1/L1 vdt +(1/L2) vdt + … +(1/Ln) vdt = [(1/L1) +(1/L2) + … +(1/Ln )] vdt.....(2)
Similarly for the circuit in fig(b) we can write the governing equation as:
i = (1/Leq ) v....(3)
where Leq is the equivalent Inductance of all the Inductances L1 , L2 ,….and Ln in parallel.
Since current is the same in the above two equations we find that
1/ Leq = ( 1/ L1 + 1/ L2 + ….. 1/ Ln )
Hence Leq of a parallel circuit consisting of n Inductances L1 , L2 ,….and Ln connected in
parallel is given by :
1/ Leq = ( 1/ L1 + 1/ L2 + ….. 1/ Ln )
Note: The reciprocal of the equivalent inductance is the sum of the reciprocals of the
inductances.
Problem: Determine the equivalent inductance in the given network.
Solution:
Calculating the first inductor branch LA , where an Inductor L5 in parallel with
inductors L6 and L7.
Calculate the equivalent circuit inductance LEQ, where Inductor L1 in parallel with
inductors L2and LB.
L1×(L2+LB) 20𝑚𝐻×(40𝑚𝐻+19.6𝑚𝐻)
LEQ, = = = 15𝑚𝐻
L1+L2+LB 20𝑚𝐻+40𝑚𝐻+19.6𝑚𝐻
Two or more capacitors in a circuit are said to be in series when the current flowing through all
the capacitors is the same.
Fig (a) above shows n capacitances C1 ,C2, … Cn connected in series along with a Voltage
source V and V1 , V2 …… Vn are the voltage drops across the capacitances C1 , C2 ,….and Cn.
Fig (b) shows the same circuit with it’s equivalent Capacitance Ceq.
Applying KVL to the circuit in figure (a) we can write: v = v1 + v2 + v3 + ….+ vn.............(1)
V = (1/C1) idt +(1/C2) idt + … +(1/Cn) idt = [ (1/C1) +(1/C2) + … +(1/Cn )]
idt.........(2)
Similarly for the circuit in fig.(b) we can write the governing equation as:
v = (1/Ceq ) ʃidt................(3)
From the above two equations i.e eq(2) and eq (3) for ‘v’ we get
1/Ceq = (1/C1) +(1/C2) + … +(1/Cn)
Hence Ceq of a circuit consisting of n capacitances C1 , CL2 ,….and Cn connected in series is
given by :
Note: The reciprocal of the equivalent capacitance is the sum of the reciprocals of the
inductances.
Two or more capacitors in a circuit are said to be in Parallel when all the capacitors are
connected to the same nodes and the same voltage is appearing across all these capacitors
Applying KCL to the circuit in figure (a) we can write: i = i1 + i2 + i3 + ….+ in......(1)
i = C1 (dv/dt) +C2 (dv/dt) + … + Cn dv/dt) = (C1 + C2 + … + Cn ) (dv/dt).............(2)
Similarly for the circuit in figure (b) we can write the governing equation as:
i = Ceq (dv/dt).............(3)
From the eq(2) and eq(3),we get
Ceq=C1+C2+....+Cn
Note: The equivalent capacitance of a circuit consisting of n capacitances C1 , CL2 ,….and Cn
connected in parallel is the sum of the individual capacitances.
Solution: In the given circuit 24uF,12uF and 8uF are in series. The equivalent capacitance of
this three capacitors is
1 1 1 1
or Cs 4.0 F
Cs 24 F 12 F 8.0 F
This 4.0F capacitance is in parallel with the 4.0F capacitance. Then the equivalent capacitance
is
Cp 4.0 F + 4.0 F = 8.0 F
This 8.0F,5.0uF and 6.0uF are in series .Hence , the overall equivalent capacitance is
1 1 1 1
or Cs 2.0 F
Cs 5.0 F 8.0 F 6.0 F
The circuit configurations are identical provided the net resistances across the terminal pairs XY,
YZ and ZX in both connections are the same. In Star Connection they are:
RX-Y = RX+RY...........................(1)
RY- Z = RY+RZ..........................(2)
RZ-X = RZ+RX................................(3)
RX+RY = ...........(7)
RY+RZ = .............(8 )
RZ+RX = .............(9)
2𝑅1𝑅3
=
𝑅1 + 𝑅2 + 𝑅3
𝑅1𝑅3
𝑅𝑋 =
𝑅1 + 𝑅2 + 𝑅3
𝑅1𝑅2
𝑅�L =
𝑅1 + 𝑅2 + 𝑅3
𝑅2𝑅3
𝑅�M =
𝑅1 + 𝑅2 + 𝑅3
Where RX, RY and RZ are the equivalent resistances in the Star connection corresponding to the
Delta connection with resistances R1, R2 and R3.
Now substituting the value of RX = (R1+R2+R3) / R1.R3 from the earlier equations into the
above equation we get:
Then similarly dividing the same equation by RY and RZ we get the other two relations as:
𝑅𝑋𝑅�M
𝑅𝑋 + 𝑅�M + = R3
𝑅�L
𝑅𝑋𝑅�L
𝑅�L + 𝑅𝑋 + = 𝑅1
𝑅�M
Thus we get the three equivalent resistances R1, R2 and R3 in Delta connection in terms of the
three resistances RX, RY and RZ in Star connection as :
𝑅𝑋𝑅�L
𝑅�L + 𝑅𝑋 + = 𝑅1
𝑅�M
𝑅�L𝑅�M
𝑅�L + 𝑅�M + = 𝑅2
𝑅𝑋
𝑅𝑋𝑅�M
𝑅𝑋 + 𝑅�M + = R3
𝑅�L
Example problems:
Solution:
Solution: The equivalent delta for the given star is shown in fig(b), where
Solution: Delta connected resistors 25 ohms, 10 ohms and 15 ohms are converted in to star as
shown in given figure.
The given circuit thus reduces to the circuit shown in below fig.
Mesh Analysis:
Mesh analysis provides general procedure for analyzing circuits using mesh currents as the
circuit variables. Mesh Analysis is applicable only for planar networks. It is preferably useful for
the circuits that have many loops .This analysis is done by using KVL and Ohm's law.
Planar circuit: A planar circuit is one that can be drawn in a plane with no branches crossing
one another. In the figure below (a) is a planar circuit.
Non-Planar circuit: A planar circuit is one that cannot be drawn in a plane without the branches
crossing one another. In the figure below (b) is a n.on-planar circuit and (c) is a planar circuit
but appears like a non-planar circuit
Mesh: Mesh is a loop which does not contains any loop within it.
Solution:
Mesh (2).....bcde
For mesh (1) by applying KVL… Vs -I1 .R1 + ( I1- I2). R2 =0............(1)
For mesh (2) by applying KVL.... I2 .(R3 )+ I2 (R4)+ ( I2- I1). R2=0.......(2)
Problem: Write down the mesh current equations for the circuit shown in the figure below and
determine the currents I1 and I2.
Solution:
5 I1 + 2(I1- I2)=10
10 I2 + 2( I2- I1)=-50.
Solving the above equations gives.... I1 = 0.25 A and I2 = -4.25 A. The negative sign for the
current I2 indicates that it flows in the opposite direction to that assumed in the loop two.
Super Mesh Analysis: If there is only current source between two meshes in the given network
then it is difficult to apply the mesh analysis. Because the current source has to be converted into
a voltage source in terms of the current source, write down the mesh equations and relate the
mesh currents to the current source. But this is a difficult approach .This difficulty can be
avoided by creating super mesh which encloses the two meshes that have common current source
Super Mesh: A super mesh is constituted by two adjacent meshes that have a common current
source.
Let us illustrate this method with the following simple generalized circuit.
Solution:
Here the current source is common to the two meshes 1 and 2. so, super mesh is
nothing but the combination of meshes 1 and 2 .
Step (2):Apply KVL to super mesh and to other meshes
Applying KVL to this super mesh (combination of meshes 1 and 2 ) we get
Step (3):Make the relation between mesh currents with current source to get third equation.
I1 - I2 = I............(3)
Example(1): Determine the current in the 5 Ω resistor shown in the figure below.
Solution:
Step(1): Here the current source exists between mesh(2) and mesh(3).Hence, super mesh is the
combination of mesh(2) and mesh(3) .Applying KVL to the super mesh ( combination of mesh 2
and mesh 3 after removing the branch with the current source of 2 A and resistance of 3 Ω ) we
get :
10( I2– I1) + 2.I2 + I3 + 5( I3 – I1) = 0
-15.I1 +12 I2 + 6.I3 = 0...................(1)
Step (2): Applying KVL first to the normal mesh 1 we get :
Step (3): We can get the third equation from the relation between the current source of 2 A , and
currents I2 & I3 as :
I2 - I3 = 2 A...................(3)
Step (4): Solving the above three equations for I1, I2 and I3 we get I1 = 19.99 A I2 = 17.33 A
and I3 = 15.33 A
Example(2): Write down the mesh equations for the circuit shown in the figure below and find
out the values of the currents I1, I2 and I3
Solution: In this circuit the current source is in the perimeter of the circuit and hence the first
mesh is ignored. So, here no need to create the super mesh.
I3 + 2( I3– I2) = 10
Nodal analysis:
Nodal analysis provides another general procedure for analyzing circuits nodal voltages as the
circuit variables. It is preferably useful for the circuits that have many no. of nodes. It is
applicable for the both planar and non planar circuits. This analysis is done by using KCL and
Ohm's law.
Principal Node: Node at which more than two branches are interconnected.
Procedure:
Step (1): Identify the no. nodes, simple nodes and principal nodes in the given circuit. Among all
the nodes one node is taken as reference node. Generally bottom is taken as reference node. The
potential at the reference node is 0v.
In the given circuit there are 3 principal nodes in which node (3) is the reference node.
Step (2): Assign node voltages to the all the principal nodes except reference node and assign
branch currents to all branches.
Step (3): Apply KCL to those principal nodes for nodal equations and by using ohm's law
express the node voltages in terms of branch current.
Step(4): Solve the above nodal equations to get the node voltages.
Example: Write the node voltage equations and find out the currents in each branch of the
circuit shown in the figure below.
Solution:
The node voltages and the directions of the branch currents are assigned as shown in given figure.
Applying KCL to node 1, we get: 5 = I10+ I3
5= (V1-0)/10 +(V1-V2)/3
V1(1/3)-V2(23/15) = -10................(2)
Super Node Analysis: If there is only voltage source between two nodes in the given network
then it is difficult to apply the nodal analysis. Because the voltage source has to be converted into
a current source in terms of the voltage source, write down the nodal equations and relate the
node voltages to the voltage source. But this is a difficult approach .This difficulty can be
avoided by creating super node which encloses the two nodes that have common voltage
source.
Super Node: A super node is constituted by two adjacent nodes that have a common voltage
source.
Procedure:
Step(1):Identify the position of voltage source.Here the voltage source is common to the two
nodes 2 and 3.so, super node is nothing but the combination of nodes 2 and 3 .
I = V1/R1 + (V1-V2)/R2.................(2)
Step (3): Make the relation between node voltages with voltage source to get third equation.
Example: Determine the current in the 5 Ω resistor shown in the circuit below
Solution:
NETWORK TOPOLOGY
After a thorough study of several circuits, it slowly becomes evident that many of the circuits we
see have something in common, at least in terms of the arrangement of components. From this
understanding, it is possible to create a more simplified view of circuits which we call network
topology.
Basic Definitions:
A circuit and its graph are shown in Fig.1(a)and (b) below . Note that all nodes are identified by
heavy dots in the graph. Since the topological properties of the circuit or its graph are unchanged
when it is distorted, the three graphs shown in Fig. 2 below are all topologically identical with
the circuit and graph of Fig.1
Graph: When all the elements in a network like Resistors, Inductors, Capacitors etc are replaced
by line segments with their end points shown as dots or circles, voltage source with short circuit
and current source with open circuit is called the graph of the network.
Directed (or Oriented) graph: A graph is said to be directed (or oriented ) when all the nodes
and branches are numbered or direction assigned to the branches by arrow.
Node: A point at which two or more elements have a common connection.
Degree of Node: Number of branches incident on it.
Path: A set of elements that may be traversed in order without passing through the same node
twice.
Branch: A single path, containing one simple element, or a combination of elements which
connects one node to any other node. A simple line segment with it’s two distinct end points
(Nodes ) represent a branch. It does not indicate anything about the nature of the element/s .
Loop: A closed path in the oriented graph is called as loop.
Mesh: A loop which does not contain any other loops within it.
Tree: It is that part of a Graph with an interconnected open set of branches which include all the
nodes of the given graph. In a tree of the graph there cannot be any closed path.
Properties of a Tree:
(i) It consists of all the nodes of the graph.
(ii) If the graph has N nodes, then the tree has (N-1) branch.
(iii) There will be no closed path in a tree
(iv) There can be many possible different trees for a given graph depending on the no. of nodes
and branches.
Cotree: Those branches that are not part of the tree form the cotree, or complement of the tree.
The lightly drawn branches in Fig.3 b to e show the cotrees that correspond to the heavier trees.
Twig (Tree branch): All branches of a tree are called Twigs.
Link (Chord): It is that branch of a graph that does not form part of the tree and when included
makes the tree or a part of it a loop. In other words it is simply any branch belonging to the
cotree.
Planar circuit: A circuit which may be drawn on a plane surface in such a way that no branch
passes above or beneath any other branch.
Non-planar circuit: Any circuit which is not planar.
The figure below shows a simple three node Graph in figure (a) and four of the eight possible
trees that can be drawn. Note that
Nodes are drawn as dots
Twigs are shown dark
Links are shown dotted
Figure 3: (a) The Graph of a three Node network. (b,c,d,e) Four of the eight different Possible
Trees
Then, L= B-(N-1)
or
L=B−N+1
Solution: In the above shown graph or directed graph, there are 4 nodes and 6 branches. Thus
the incidence matrix for the above graph will have 4 rows and 6 columns.
For the graph shown above write its incidence matrix.
Tie-set: It is a unique set with respect to a given tree of a connected graph containing one chord
and all of the free branches contained in the free path formed between two vertices of the chord.
Tie-set Matrix (Loop matrix):
This matrix is used to find the branch currents. For a given tree of a graph addition of each link
forms a closed path and in that closed path current flows which is also the link current. The
current in any branch of a graph can be found by using the link currents and their direction.
A fundamental loop or a fundamental tie set of a graph with respect to a tree is a loop formed by
only one link associated with other twigs.
Since for each link of the tree there will be a corresponding fundamental loop, the number of
fundamental loops is equal to the number of links in that tree. i.e.
Figure 3: (a) An oriented Graph (b) One of it’s Tree (c) The Loops (tie sets) of the Tree
There are only two fundamental loops as there are only two links as explained below:
1. Loop-1 : Has current I1 and is formed with Twigs-1&5 and Link-4
2. Loop-2 : Has current I2 and is formed with Twigs-1,2&5 and Link-3
Now let us find out the values of the elements of the tie-set matrix [[Bij] applying the rule at step
4 in the procedure given above:
1. Loop-1:
a. Elements Q11 , Q14 and Q15 are zero since the branches 1,4 and 5 are not linked with cut-
set-1
b. Elements Q12 and Q13 are +1 since the twig 2 and branch 3 are linked with cut-set-1 and
also in the same orientation as that of cut-set-1.
2. Loop-2 :
a. Elements B11 , B14a nd B15 are +1 since the branches 1 and 2 are not linked with cut-set-2
b. Elements Q23 and Q25 are +1 since the branches 3 and 5 are linked with cut-set-2 and are
also in the same orientation as that of cut-set-2.
c. Elements Q24 is -1 since the branch 4 is linked with cut-set-2 but it’s orientation is opposite
to that of cut-set-2.
Tie-set Matrix:
Branches 1 2 3 4 5
Loops or
Tie-sets
Loop(1) 1 0 0 1 1
Loop(2) 1 1 -1 1
Cut-set: It is that set of elements or branches of a graph that separates two main parts of a
network. If any branch of the cut-set is not removed the network remains connected. The term
cut-set is derived from the property by which the network can be divided into two parts.
A cut-set is shown on a graph by a dashed line which passes through the branches defining the
cutest. A graph should have at least one cutest though there can be more than one cut-set in any
graph.
Fundamental cut-set:
A fundamental cut set of a graph with respect to a tree is a cut set formed by one and only one
twig and a set of links. Thus in a graph ,for each twig of a chosen tree ,there would be a
fundamental cut-set. For a graph having N nodes there will be (N-1) fundamental cut-sets ( i.e.
equal to the number of twigs).
As a convention, the orientation of cutest is so chosen that it coincides with the orientation of it’s
twig.
Cut-set Matrix: This matrix provides a compact and effective means of writing all the algebraic
equations giving branch voltages in terms of the tree branches.
Procedure for forming the fundamental Cut-set Matrix:
1. A tree is selected arbitrarily in the graph.
2. Fundamental cut-sets are formed (i.e. The network is divided into two parts) with each twig in
the graph for the entire tree.
3. Directions of the cut-sets are oriented in the same direction as that of concerned twig.
4. Fundamental cut-set matrix [Qkj] is formed where
Illustration:
An oriented graph is shown in the figure 1(a) below. Lets us select a tree arbitrarily as shown in
the figure 1(b) below. Then, cut-sets are formed as shown in the figure 1(c) below.
Figure 3: (a) An oriented Graph (b) One of it’s Tree (c) The cut-sets of the Tree
3. Cut-Set-3 :
a. Elements Q31 and Q33 are +1 since the branches 1 and 3 are linked with cut-set-3 and are
also in the same orientation as that of cut-set-3.
b. Elements Q32 and Q35 are zero since the twigs 2 and 5 are not linked with cut-set-3
c. Elements Q34 is -1 since the branch 4 is linked with cut-set-3 but it’s orientation is
opposite to that of cut-set-3.
Thus we can now frame the fundamental cut-set matrix as shown below:
Now using this matrix the current equations can be written as below:
Cut-set Matrix:
Branches 1 2 3 4 5
Cut-sets
Cut-set(1) 0 1 1 0 0
Cut-set(2) 0 0 1 -1 1
Cut-set(3) 1 0 1 -1 0
Average value, RMS Value, Form factor and Peak factor for different waveforms:
Sinusoidal wave:
There are a number of ways in which the amplitude of a sinewave is referenced, usually as
peak voltage (Vpk or Vp), peak-to-peak voltage (Vpp or Vp-p or Vpkpk or Vpk-pk), average
voltage (Vav or Vavg), and root-mean-square voltage (Vrms). Peak voltage and peak-to-peak
voltage are apparent by looking at the above plot. Root-mean-square and average voltage are
not so apparent.
As the name implies, Vavg is calculated by taking the average of the voltage in
an appropriately chosen interval. In the case of symmetrical waveforms like the sinewave, a
quarter cycle faithfully represents all four quarter cycles of the waveform. Therefore, it is
acceptable to choose the first quarter cycle, which goes from 0 radians (0°) through p/2
radians (90°).
As with the Vrms formula, a full derivation for the Vavg formula is given here as well.
Root-Mean-Square Voltage (Vrms)
As the name implies, Vrms is calculated by taking the square root of the mean
average of the square of the voltage in an appropriately chosen interval. In the case of
symmetrical waveforms like the sine wave, a quarter cycle faithfully represents all four
quarter cycles of the waveform. Therefore, it is acceptable to choose the first quarter cycle,
which goes from 0 radians (0°) through p/2 radians (90°).
Vrms is the value indicated by the vast majority of AC voltmeters. It is the
value that, when applied across a resistance, produces that same amount of heat that a direct
current (DC) voltage of the same magnitude would produce. For example, 1 V applied across
a 1 Ω resistor produces 1 W of heat. A 1 Vrms sine wave applied across a 1 Ω resistor also
produces 1 W of heat. That 1 Vrms sine wave has a peak voltage of √2 V (≈1.414 V), and a
peak-to-peak voltage of 2√2 V (≈2.828 V).
Since finding a full derivation of the formulas for root-mean-square (Vrms)
voltage is difficult, it is done here for you.
Form factor:
Two alternating periodic waveforms of the same amplitude and frequency may
look different depending upon their wave shape/form and then their average & RMS values
will be different. In order to compare such different waveforms of the same frequency and
amplitude but of different wave shape a parameter called Form factor is defined as the ratio
of it’s RMS and Average values.
For a sinusoidal signal of peak voltage Vm it is given by :
When plotted as voltage (V) as a function of phase (θ), a triangle wave looks similar to the
figure to the above. The waveform repeats every 2π radians (360°), and is symmetrical about
the voltage axis (when no DC offset is present). Voltage and current exhibiting cyclic
behavior is referred to as alternating; i.e., alternating current (AC). One full cycle is shown
here. The basic equation for a triangle wave is as follows:
There are a number of ways in which the amplitude of a triangle wave is referenced, usually
as peak voltage (Vpk or Vp), peak-to-peak voltage (Vpp or Vp-p or Vpkpk or Vpk-pk), average
voltage (Vav or Vavg), and root-mean-square voltage (Vrms). Peak voltage and peak-to-peak
voltage are apparent by looking at the above plot. Root-mean-square and average voltage are
not so apparent.
As the name implies, Vavg is calculated by taking the average of the voltage in
an appropriately chosen interval. In the case of symmetrical waveforms like the triangle
wave, a quarter cycle faithfully represents all four quarter cycles of the waveform. Therefore,
it is acceptable to choose the first quarter cycle, which goes from 0 radians (0°) through π/2
radians (90°).
As with the Vrms formula, a full derivation for the Vavg formula is given here as well.
≈ 0.5 Vpk
Root-Mean-Square Voltage (Vrms)
As the name implies, Vrms is calculated by taking the square root of the mean
average of the square of the voltage in an appropriately chosen interval. In the case of
symmetrical waveforms like the triangle wave, a quarter cycle faithfully represents all four
quarter cycles of the waveform. Therefore, it is acceptable to choose the first quarter cycle,
which goes from 0 radians (0°) through π/2 radians (90°).
Vrms is the value indicated by the vast majority of AC voltmeters. It is the
value that, when applied across a resistance, produces that same amount of heat that a direct
current (DC) voltage of the same magnitude would produce. For example, 1 V applied across
a 1 Ω resistor produces 1 W of heat. A 1 Vrms triangle wave applied across a 1 Ω resistor also
produces 1 W of heat. That 1 Vrms triangle wave has a peak voltage of √3 V (≈1.732 V), and a
peak-to-peak voltage of 2√3 V (≈3.464 V).
Since finding a full derivation of the formulas for root-mean-square (Vrms)
voltage is difficult, it is done here for you.
Form factor:
Form factor of a triangular signal = Vrms /Vav
=.577Vpk/.5Vpk
=1.15
Peak Factor (Or Crest factor): Is defined as the ratio of maximum value to the R.M.S value
Square wave:
When plotted as voltage (V) as a function of phase (θ), a square wave looks similar to the
figure to the above. The waveform repeats every 2π radians (360°), and is symmetrical about
the voltage axis (when no DC offset is present). Voltage and current exhibiting cyclic
behavior is referred to as alternating; i.e., alternating current (AC). One full cycle is shown
here.
The basic equation for a square wave is as follows:
There are a number of ways in which the amplitude of a square wave is referenced, usually as
peak voltage (Vpk or Vp), peak-to-peak voltage (Vpp or Vp-p or Vpkpk or Vpk-pk), average
voltage (Vav or Vavg), and root-mean-square voltage (Vrms). Peak voltage and peak-to-peak
voltage are apparent by looking at the above plot. Root-mean-square and average voltage are
not so apparent.
As the name implies, Vavg is calculated by taking the average of the voltage in
an appropriately chosen interval. In the case of symmetrical waveforms like the square wave,
a quarter cycle faithfully represents all four quarter cycles of the waveform. Therefore, it is
acceptable to choose the first quarter cycle, which goes from 0 radians (0°) through π/2
radians (90°).
As with the Vrms formula, a full derivation for the Vavg formula is given here as well.
As the name implies, Vrms is calculated by taking the square root of the mean
average of the square of the voltage in an appropriately chosen interval. In the case of
symmetrical waveforms like the square wave, a quarter cycle faithfully represents all four
quarter cycles of the waveform. Therefore, it is acceptable to choose the first quarter cycle,
which goes from 0 radians (0°) through π/2 radians (90°).
Vrms is the value indicated by the vast majority of AC voltmeters. It is the
value that, when applied across a resistance, produces that same amount of heat that a direct
current (DC) voltage of the same magnitude would produce. For example, 1 V applied across
a 1 Ω resistor produces 1 W of heat. A 1 Vrms square wave applied across a 1 Ω resistor also
produces 1 W of heat. That 1 Vrms square wave has a peak voltage of 1 V, and a peak-to-peak
voltage of 2 V.
Since finding a full derivation of the formulas for root-mean-square (Vrms)
voltage is difficult, it is done here for you.
So, Vrms = Vpk
Form factor:
Form factor of a triangular signal = Vrms /Vav
=Vpk/Vpk
=1
J notation:
Examples of imaginary numbers are: j3, j12, j100 etc. Then a complex number consists of
two distinct but very much related parts, a “ Real Number ” plus an “ Imaginary Number
”.Complex Numbers represent points in a two dimensional complex or s-plane that are
referenced to two distinct axes. The horizontal axis is called the “real axis” while the vertical
axis is called the “imaginary axis”. The real and imaginary parts of a complex number are
abbreviated as Re(z) and Im(z), respectively.
Complex numbers that are made up of real (the active component) and imaginary (the
reactive component) numbers can be added, subtracted and used in exactly the same way as
elementary algebra is used to analyse dc circuitsThe rules and laws used in mathematics for
the addition or subtraction of imaginary numbers are the same as for real numbers,
j2 + j4 = j6 etc. The only difference is in multiplication because two imaginary numbers
multiplied together becomes a negative real number. Real numbers can also be thought of as
a complex number but with a zero imaginary part labelled j0.
Vector Rotation
In Electrical Engineering there are different ways to represent a complex number either
graphically or mathematically. One such way that uses the cosine and sine rule is called the
Cartesian or Rectangular Form.
A complex number is represented by a real part and an imaginary part that takes the
generalised form of:
Z=x+jy
Where
j - is defined by √-1
In the rectangular form, a complex number can be represented as a point on a two-
dimensional plane called the complex or s-plane. So for example, Z = 6 + j4 represents a
single point whose coordinates represent 6 on the horizontal real axis and 4 on the vertical
imaginary axis as shown.
Unlike rectangular form which plots points in the complex plane, the Polar Form of a
complex number is written in terms of its magnitude and angle. Thus, a polar form vector is
presented as: Z = A ∠±θ, where: Z is the complex number in polar form, A is the magnitude
or modulo of the vector and θ is its angle or argument of A which can be either positive or
negative. The magnitude and angle of the point still remains the same as for the rectangular
form above, this time in polar form the location of the point is represented in a “triangular
form” as shown below.
A2=X2+Y2
A=√X2+Y2
Then in Polar form the length of A and its angle represents the complex number instead of a
point. Also in polar form, the conjugate of the complex number has the same magnitude or
modulus it is the sign of the angle that changes, so for example the conjugate of 6 ∠30o
would be 6 ∠– 30o.
In a pure ohmic resistor the voltage waveforms are “in-phase” with the current. In a pure
inductance the voltage waveform “leads” the current by 90o, giving us the expression of: ELI.
In a pure capacitance the voltage waveform “lags” the current by 90o, giving us the
expression of: ICE.
This phase difference,Ф depends upon the reactive value of the components being used and
hopefully by now we know that reactance, ( X ) is zero if the circuit element is resistive,
positive if the circuit element is inductive and negative if it is capacitive thus giving their
resulting impedances as:
Element Impedance:
The series RLC circuit above has a single loop with the instantaneous current flowing
through the loop being the same for each circuit element. Since the inductive and capacitive
reactance’s XL and XC are a function of the supply frequency, the sinusoidal response of a
series RLC circuit will therefore vary with frequency, ƒ. Then the individual voltage drops
across each circuit element of R, L and C element will be “out-of-phase” with each other as
defined by:
The amplitude of the source voltage across all three components in a series RLC circuit is
made up of the three individual component voltages, VR, VL and VC with the current common
to all three components. The vector diagrams will therefore have the current vector as their
reference with the three voltage vectors being plotted with respect to this reference as shown
below.
Kirchoff’s voltage law ( KVL ) for both loop and nodal circuits states that around any closed
loop the sum of voltage drops around the loop equals the sum of the EMF’s. Then applying
this law to the these three voltages will give us the amplitude of the source voltage, VS as.
The phasor diagram for a series RLC circuit is produced by combining together the three
individual phasors above and adding these voltages vectorially. Since the current flowing
through the circuit is common to all three circuit elements we can use this as the reference
vector with the three voltage vectors drawn relative to this at their corresponding angles.
The resulting vector VS is obtained by adding together two of the vectors, VL and VC and then
adding this sum to the remaining vector VR. The resulting angle obtained between VS and i
will be the circuits phase angle as shown below.
Please note that when using the above equation, the final reactive voltage must always be
positive in value, that is the smallest voltage must always be taken away from the largest
voltage we cannot have a negative voltage added to VR so it is correct to have VL –
VC or VC – VL. The smallest value from the largest otherwise the calculation of VS will be
incorrect.We know from above that the current has the same amplitude and phase in all the
components of a series RLC circuit. Then the voltage across each component can also be
described mathematically according to the current flowing through, and the voltage across
each element as.
By substituting these values into Pythagoras’s equation above for the voltage triangle will
give us:
So we can see that the amplitude of the source voltage is proportional to the amplitude of the
current flowing through the circuit. This proportionality constant is called the Impedance of
the circuit which ultimately depends upon the resistance and the inductive and capacitive
reactance’s.
Then in the series RLC circuit above, it can be seen that the opposition to current flow is
made up of three components, XL, XC and R with the reactance, XT of any series RLC circuit
being defined as: XT = XL – XC or XT = XC – XL with the total impedance of the circuit
being thought of as the voltage source required to drive a current through it.
As the three vector voltages are out-of-phase with each other, XL, XC and R must also be
“out-of-phase” with each other with the relationship between R, XL and XC being the vector
sum of these three components thereby giving us the circuits overall impedance, Z. These
circuit impedance’s can be drawn and represented by an Impedance Triangle as shown below.
The impedance Z of a series RLC circuit depends upon the angular frequency, ω as do XL
and XC If the capacitive reactance is greater than the inductive reactance, XC > XL then the
overall circuit reactance is capacitive giving a leading phase angle.
Likewise, if the inductive reactance is greater than the capacitive reactance, XL > XC then the
overall circuit reactance is inductive giving the series circuit a lagging phase angle. If the two
reactance’s are the same and XL = XC then the angular frequency at which this occurs is
called the resonant frequency and produces the effect of resonance
Then the magnitude of the current depends upon the frequency applied to the series RLC
circuit. When impedance, Z is at its maximum, the current is a minimum and likewise, when
Z is at its minimum, the current is at maximum. So the above equation for impedance can be
re-written as:
The phase angle, θ between the source voltage, VS and the current, i is the same as for the
angle between Z and R in the impedance triangle. This phase angle may be positive or
negative in value depending on whether the source voltage leads or lags the circuit current
and can be calculated mathematically from the ohmic values of the impedance triangle as:
A series RLC circuit containing a resistance of 12Ω, an inductance of 0.15H and a capacitor
of 100uF are connected in series across a 100V, 50Hz supply. Calculate the total circuit
impedance, the circuits current, power factor and draw the voltage phasor diagram
Circuits Current, I.
Phasor Diagram.
Concept of Reactance, Impedance, Susceptance and Admittance:
(it is negative for capacitive susceptance and positive for inductive susceptance)
The phase difference or phase shift as it is also called of a Sinusoidal Waveform is the angle
Φ (Greek letter Phi), in degrees or radians that the waveform has shifted from a certain
reference point along the horizontal zero axis. In other words phase shift is the lateral
difference between two or more waveforms along a common axis and sinusoidal waveforms
of the same frequency can have a phase difference.
The phase difference, Φ of an alternating waveform can vary from between 0 to its maximum
time period, T of the waveform during one complete cycle and this can be anywhere along
the horizontal axis between, Φ = 0 to 2π (radians) or Φ = 0 to 360o depending upon the
angular units used.
Phase difference can also be expressed as a time shift of τ in seconds representing a fraction
of the time period, T for example, +10mS or – 50uS but generally it is more common to
express phase difference as an angular measurement.
Then the equation for the instantaneous value of a sinusoidal voltage or current waveform we
developed in the previous Sinusoidal Waveform will need to be modified to take account of
the phase angle of the waveform and this new general expression becomes.
Where:
Am - is the amplitude of the waveform.
ωt - is the angular frequency of the waveform in radian/sec.
Φ (phi) - is the phase angle in degrees or radians that the waveform has
shifted either left or right from the reference point
The voltage waveform above starts at zero along the horizontal reference axis, but at that
same instant of time the current waveform is still negative in value and does not cross this
reference axis until 30o later. Then there exists a Phase difference between the two
waveforms as the current cross the horizontal reference axis reaching its maximum peak and
zero values after the voltage waveform.
As the two waveforms are no longer “in-phase”, they must therefore be “out-of-phase” by an
amount determined by phi, Φ and in our example this is 30o. So we can say that the two
waveforms are now 30o out-of phase. The current waveform can also be said to be “lagging”
behind the voltage waveform by the phase angle, Φ. Then in our example above the two
waveforms have a Lagging Phase Difference so the expression for both the voltage and
current above will be given as.
Complex Power is defined as the product of Voltage phasor and conjugate of current phasor
S = V . I*
I*= | I | ∠φ
So,
S = |V| | I | ∠(0+φ) = |V| | I | ∠φ
The real part of complex power S is |V| | I | cos φ which is the real power or average
power and the imaginary part |V| | I | sin φ is the reactive power.
So, S=P+jQ
Thevenin’s Theorem
Norton’s Theorem
Maximum Power Transfer Theorem
Superposition Theorem
Reciprocity Theorem
Tellegen’s Theorem
Substitution Theorem
Compensation Theorem
Millman’s Theorem
INTRODUCTION:
Any complicated network i.e. several sources, multiple resistors are present if the
single element response is desired then use the network theorems. Network theorems are also can
be termed as network reduction techniques. Each and every theorem got its importance of
solving network. Let us see some important theorems with DC and AC excitation with detailed
procedures.
Thevenin’s Theorem and Norton’s theorem (Introduction) :
Thevenin’s Theorem and Norton’s theorem are two important theorems in solving
Network problems having many active and passive elements. Using these theorems the networks
can be reduced to simple equivalent circuits with one active source and one element. In circuit
analysis many a times the current through a branch is required to be found when it’s value is
changed with all other element values remaining same. In such cases finding out every time the
branch current using the conventional mesh and node analysis methods is quite awkward and
time consuming. But with the simple equivalent circuits (with one active source and one
element) obtained using these two theorems the calculations become very simple. Thevenin’s
and Norton’s theorems are dual theorems.
(a) (b)
Figure (a) shows a simple block representation of a network with several active / passive
elements with the load resistance RL connected across the terminals ‘a & b’ and figure (b) shows
the Thevenin equivalent circuit with VTh connected across RTh & RL .
Main steps to find out VTh and RTh :
1. The terminals of the branch/element through which the current is to be found out are
marked as say a & b after removing the concerned branch/element.
2. Open circuit voltage VOC across these two terminals is found out using the conventional
network mesh/node analysis methods and this would be VTh .
3. Thevenin resistance RTh is found out by the method depending upon whether the
network contains dependent sources or not.
a. With dependent sources: RTh = Voc / Isc
4. Replace the network with VTh in series with RTh and the concerned branch resistance (or)
load resistance across the load terminals(A&B) as shown in below fig.
Example: Find VTH, RTH and the load current and load voltage flowing through RL resistor
as shown in fig. by using Thevenin’s Theorem?
Fig.(a)
Solution:
The resistance RL is removed and the terminals of the resistance RL are marked as A & B as
shown in the fig. (1)
Fig.(1)
Calculate / measure the Open Circuit Voltage. This is the Thevenin Voltage (V TH). We have
already removed the load resistor from fig.(a), so the circuit became an open circuit as shown in
fig (1). Now we have to calculate the Thevenin’s Voltage. Since 3mA Current flows in both
12kΩ and 4kΩ resistors as this is a series circuit because current will not flow in the 8kΩ resistor
as it is open. So 12V (3mA x 4kΩ) will appear across the 4kΩ resistor. We also know that
current is not flowing through the 8kΩ resistor as it is open circuit, but the 8kΩ resistor is in
parallel with 4k resistor. So the same voltage (i.e. 12V) will appear across the 8kΩ resistor as
4kΩ resistor. Therefore 12V will appear across the AB terminals. So,VTH = 12V
Fig(2)
All voltage & current sources replaced by their internal impedances (i.e. ideal voltage sources
short circuited and ideal current sources open circuited) as shown in fig.(3)
Fig(3)
Calculate /measure the Open Circuit Resistance. This is the Thevenin Resistance (RTH)We have
Reduced the 48V DC source to zero is equivalent to replace it with a short circuit as shown in
figure (3) We can see that 8kΩ resistor is in series with a parallel connection of 4kΩ resistor and
12k Ω resistor. i.e.:
8kΩ + (4k Ω || 12kΩ) ….. (|| = in parallel with)
RTH = 8kΩ + [(4kΩ x 12kΩ) / (4kΩ + 12kΩ)]
RTH = 8kΩ + 3kΩ
RTH = 11kΩ
Fig(4)
Connect the RTH in series with Voltage Source VTH and re-connect the load resistor across the
load terminals(A&B) as shown in fig (5) i.e. Thevenin circuit with load resistor. This is the
Thevenin’s equivalent circuit
RTH
VTH
Fig(5)
Now apply Ohm’s law and calculate the total load current from fig 5.
IL = VTH/ (RTH + RL)= 12V / (11kΩ + 5kΩ) = 12/16kΩ
IL= 0.75mA
And VL = ILx RL= 0.75mA x 5kΩ
VL= 3.75V
Norton’s Theorem Statement :
Any linear, bilateral two terminal network consisting of sources and
resistors(Impedance),can be replaced by an equivalent circuit consisting of a current source in
parallel with a resistance (Impedance),the current source being the short circuited current across
the load terminals and the resistance being the internal resistance of the source network looking
through the open circuited load terminals.
(a) (b)
Figure (a) shows a simple block representation of a network with several active / passive
elements with the load resistance RL connected across the terminals ‘a & b’ and figure (b) shows
the Norton equivalent circuit with IN connected across RN & RL .
3. Next Norton resistance RN is found out depending upon whether the network contains
dependent sources or not.
4. Replace the network with IN in parallel with RN and the concerned branch resistance
across the load terminals(A&B) as shown in below fig
Example: Find the current through the resistance RL (1.5 Ω) of the circuit shown in the
figure (a) below using Norton’s equivalent circuit.?
Fig(a)
Solution: To find out the Norton’s equivalent ckt we have to find out IN = Isc ,RN=Voc/ Isc.
Short the 1.5Ω load resistor as shown in (Fig 2), and Calculate / measure the Short Circuit
Current. This is the Norton Current (IN).
Fig(2)
We have shorted the AB terminals to determine the Norton current, IN. The 6Ω and 3Ω are then
in parallel and this parallel combination of 6Ω and 3Ω are then in series with 2Ω.So the Total
Resistance of the circuit to the Source is:-
2Ω + (6Ω || 3Ω) ….. (|| = in parallel with)
RT = 2Ω + [(3Ω x 6Ω) / (3Ω + 6Ω)]
RT = 2Ω + 2Ω
RT = 4Ω
IT = V / R T
IT = 12V / 4Ω= 3A..
Now we have to find ISC = IN… Apply CDR… (Current Divider Rule)…
ISC = IN = 3A x [(6Ω / (3Ω + 6Ω)] = 2A.
ISC= IN = 2A.
Fig(3)
All voltage & current sources replaced by their internal impedances (i.e. ideal voltage sources
short circuited and ideal current sources open circuited) and Open Load Resistor. as shown in
fig.(4)
Fig(4)
Calculate /measure the Open Circuit Resistance. This is the Norton Resistance (R N) We have
Reduced the 12V DC source to zero is equivalent to replace it with a short circuit as shown in
fig(4), We can see that 3Ω resistor is in series with a parallel combination of 6Ω resistor and 2Ω
resistor. i.e.:
3Ω + (6Ω || 2Ω) ….. (|| = in parallel with)
RN = 3Ω + [(6Ω x 2Ω) / (6Ω + 2Ω)]
RN = 3Ω + 1.5Ω
RN = 4.5Ω
Fig(5)
Connect the RN in Parallel with Current Source IN and re-connect the load resistor. This is
shown in fig (6) i.e. Norton Equivalent circuit with load resistor.
Fig(6)
Now apply the Ohm’s Law and calculate the load current through Load resistance across the
terminals A&B. Load Current through Load Resistor is
IL = IN x [RN / (RN+ RL)]
IL= 2A x (4.5Ω /4.5Ω +1.5kΩ)
IL = 1.5A IL = 1. 5A
Maximum Power Transfer Theorem:
In many practical situations, a circuit is designed to provide power to a load.
While for electric utilities, minimizing power losses in the process of transmission and
distribution is critical for Efficiency and economic reasons, there are other applications in areas
such as communications where it is desirable to maximize the power delivered to a load.
electrical applications with electrical loads such as Loud speakers, antennas, motors etc. it would
be required to find out the condition under which maximum power would be transferred from the
circuit to the load.
According to Maximum Power Transfer Theorem, for maximum power transfer from the
network to the load resistance , RL must be equal to the source resistance i.e. Network’s
Thevenin equivalent resistance RTh . i.e. RL = RTh
The load current I in the circuit shown above is given by,
𝑉𝑇𝐻
𝐼=
𝑅𝑇𝐻 +𝑅𝐿
The condition for maximum power transfer can be obtained by differentiating the above
expression for power delivered with respect to the load resistance (Since we want to find out the
value of RL for maximum power transfer) and equating it to zero as :
𝜕𝑃 𝑉2𝑇𝐻 2𝑉2𝑇𝐻
𝜕𝑅𝐿
=0= 2− 3 𝑅𝐿 = 0
(𝑅𝑇𝐻 +𝑅𝐿 ) (𝑅𝑇𝐻+𝑅𝐿 )
Under the condition of maximum power transfer, the efficiency 𝜼 of the network is then given
by:
2 2
𝑉𝑇𝐻 𝑉𝑇𝐻
𝑃𝐿𝑂𝑆𝑆 = 2
× 𝑅𝑇𝐻 =
(𝑅𝐿 +𝑅𝐿 ) 4𝑅𝐿
𝑉2𝑇𝐻
output 4𝑅𝐿
𝜼= = 2 2 = 0.50
input 𝑉 𝑉
𝑇𝐻 𝑇𝐻
4𝑅𝐿 + 4𝑅𝐿 )
(
For maximum power transfer the load resistance should be equal to the Thevenin equivalent
resistance ( or Norton equivalent resistance) of the network to which it is connected . Under the
condition of maximum power transfer the efficiency of the system is 50 %.
Example: Find the value of RL for maximum power transfer in the circuit of Fig. Find the
maximum power.?
Solution:We need to find the Thevenin resistance RTh and the Thevenin voltage VTh across the
terminals a-b. To get RTh, we use the circuit in Fig. (a)
6×12
RTh= 2 + 3 + (6 // 12 )=5+(6+12)=5+4=9Ω
i2 = −2 A,
Solving for i1, we get i1= −2/3.
Applying KVL around the outer loop to get VTh across terminals a-b, we obtain,
VTh= 22 V
For maximum power transfer, RL= RTh= 9Ω and the maximum power is,
2
𝑉𝑇𝐻 22×22
𝑃𝑀𝐴𝑋 = = =13.44W
4𝑅𝐿 4×9
Superposition Theorem:
The principle of superposition helps us to analyze a linear circuit with more than
one current or voltage sources sometimes it is easier to find out the voltage across or current in a
branch of the circuit by considering the effect of one source at a time by replacing the other
sources with their ideal internal resistances.
Any linear, bilateral two terminal network consisting of more than one sources,
The total current or voltage in any part of a network is equal to the algebraic sum of the currents
or voltages in the required branch with each source acting individually while other sources are
replaced by their ideal internal resistances. (i.e. Voltage sources by a short circuit and current
sources by open circuit)
Steps to Apply Super position Principle:
1. Replace all independent sources with their internal resistances except one source. Find the
output (voltage or current) due to that active source using nodal or mesh analysis.
2. Repeat step 1 for each of the other independent sources.
3. Find the total contribution by adding algebraically all the contributions due to the
independent sources.
Example: By Using the superposition theorem find I in the circuit shown in figure?
Fig.(a)
Solution: Applying the superposition theorem, the current I2 in the resistance of 3 Ω due to the
voltage source of 20V alone, with current source of 5A open circuited [ as shown in the figure.1
below ] is given by :
Fig1
I2 = 20/(5+3) = 2.5A
Similarly the current I5 in the resistance of 3 Ω due to the current source of 5A alone with
voltage source of 20V short circuited [ as shown in the figure.2 below ] is given by :
Fig.2
I5= 5 x 5/(3+5) = 3.125 A
The total current passing through the resistance of 3Ω is then = I2 + I5= 2.5 + 3.125 = 5.625 A
Let us verify the solution using the basic nodal analysis referring to the node marked with V in
fig.(a).Then we get :
𝑉 − 20 𝑉
+ =5
5 3
3V-60+5V=15× 5
8V-60=75
8V=135
V=16.875
Reciprocity theorem:
Under Basic Electrical Engineering In many electrical networks it is found that if
the positions of voltage source and ammeter are interchanged, the reading of ammeter remains
the same. Suppose a voltage source is connected to a passive network and an ammeter is
connected to other part of the network to indicate the response. Now any one interchanges the
positions of ammeter and voltage source that means he or she connects the voltage source at the
part of the network where the ammeter was connected and connects ammeter to that part of the
network where the voltage source was connected. The response of the ammeter means current
through the ammeter would be the same in both the cases. This is where the property of
reciprocity comes in the circuit. The particular circuit that has this reciprocal property, is called
reciprocal circuit.
Example: Verify the reciprocity theorem for the network shown in the figure (1).?
Fig.(1)
Solution: Total resistance in the circuit across the applied voltage of 20 V is
RTH=2 + [3||(2 +( 2||2))]
=2 +[3||3]
=3.5 Ω
𝑽
The total current drawn by the circuit IT =𝑹 = 20/3.5 = 5.71 A
𝑻𝑯
The current I in the branch ‘cd’ with 2 Ω resistance is find by using current division rule. For
that first find I1 current.
3
I1=5.71× =2.855A
3+3
.
Fig.(2)
Total resistance in the circuit across the applied voltage of 20 V is
RTH=2 + [2||(2 +( 2||3))]
=2 +[2||3.2]
=3.23Ω
𝑽
The total current drawn by the circuit IT =𝑹 =20/3.23=6.19A
𝑻𝑯
The current I in the branch ‘ab’ with 2 Ω resistance is find by using current division rule. For
that first find I1 current.
2
I1=6.19× =2.38A
3.2+2
The current in the branch ‘ab’ = 1.427 A which is same as the current we got in branch ‘cd’
when the voltage was given from branch ‘ab’ . Thus the reciprocity theorem is verified.
Tellegen’s Theorem:
This theorem is the one of the most general theorems in network analysis
regardless to the type and nature, Tellegen’s theorem is applicable to any network made up of
lumped two terminal elements.
Tellegen’s Theorem Statement:
In any linear, non-linear, passive, active, time variant or time invariant network the
algebraic sum of power at any given instant is zero. Thus for Kth branch, this theorem states that
𝑛
∑ 𝑣𝐾 𝑖𝐾 = 0
𝐾=1
The voltage across and the current through a Branch in a bilateral network is
known, the branch can be replaced by any combination of elements in such a way that the same
voltage will appear across and same current will pass through the chosen terminals. In other
words for branch equivalence the terminal voltage and the current must be same .
In this circuit the load resistance RL is the branch being considered for equivalence. The current
I through the load resistance RL = 24/(3+5) = 3 A.
Example: Using substitution theorem, draw equivalent branches for the branch ‘a-b’ of the
network of Fig.(a)?
Fig.(a)
Solution: As per voltage division rule voltage across 3Ω and 2Ω resistance are
10 × 3
𝑉3Ω = = 6𝑉
2+3
10 × 2
𝑉2Ω = = 4𝑉
2+3
10
Current through the circuit is, I= =2A
2+3
If we replace the 3Ω resistance with a voltage source of 6 V as shown in fig (1), then
Fig.(1)
Then according to Ohm’s Law the voltage across 2Ω resistance and current through the circuit is,
𝑉2Ω = 10 − 6 = 4𝑉
10 − 6
𝐼= = 2𝐴
2
Alternately if we replace 3Ω resistance with a current source of 2A as shown in Fig(2),then
Fig.(2)
Voltage across 2Ω is V2Ω = 10 – (3× 2) = 4 V and
Voltage across 2A current source is V2A = 10 - 4 = 6 V.
The voltage across 2Ω resistance and current through the circuit is unaltered i.e.
all initial condition of the circuit is intact.
Compensation Theorem:
It is one of the important theorems in Network Analysis , which finds its
application mostly in calculating the sensitivity of electrical networks & bridges and solving
electrical networks. In many circuits, after the circuit is analyzed, it is realized that only a small
change need to be made to a component to get a desired result. In such a case we would normally
have to recalculate. The compensation theorem allows us to compensate properly for such
changes without sacrificing accuracy.
In Compensation Theorem, the source voltage (VC) opposes the original current.
In simple words compensation theorem can be stated as – the resistance of any network can be
replaced by a voltage source, having the same voltage as the voltage drop across the resistance
which is replaced.
Let us assume a load RL be connected to a DC source network whose Thevenin’s equivalent
gives V0 as the Thevenin’s voltage and RTH as the Thevenin’s resistance as shown in the figure
below.
Here,
V0
I= … … … … … . . (1)
RTH +RL
Let the load resistance RL be changed to (RL + ΔRL). Since the rest of the circuit remains
unchanged, the Thevenin’s equivalent network remains the same as shown in the circuit diagram
below
Here,
V0
I′ = … … … … … … … . . (2)
R TH + (R L + ΔR L )
ΔI = I ′ − I … … … … … … … … … . . (3)
Putting the value of I’ and I from the equation (1) and (2) in the equation (3) we will get the
following equation.
V0 V0
ΔI = −
RTH + (RL + ΔRL ) RTH + RL
V0 {(RTH +RL )−(RTH +(RL +ΔRL )}
ΔI =
(RTH +(RL +ΔRL ))×(RTH +RL )
V0 RTH
ΔI = − [ ] ……..(4)
RTH +RL RTH +(RL +ΔRL )
Now, putting the value of I from the equation (1) in the equation (4), we will get the following
equation.
IRTH
I=− … … … … . (5)
RTH +(RL +ΔRL )
−VC
ΔI =
R TH + (R L + ΔR L )
Hence, Compensation Theorem tells that with the change of branch resistance, branch currents
changes and the change is equivalent to an ideal compensating voltage source in series with the
branch opposing the original current, all other sources in the network being replaced by their
internal resistances.
Example: Determine the current flowing through the ammeter having an internal
resistance of 1 Ω connected in series with a 3 Ω resistor as shown in the fig (a).?
Fig.(a)
Solution:
i=It [6/(6+3)]
10
It =
(4+(6∥3))
10
It =
(4+2)
It =1.67A
i=1.67[6/(6+3)]
i=1.11A
Now when we connect the ammeter with an internal resistance of 1 Ω in the 3 Ω branch ,there is
a change in resistance . This change in resistance causes currents in other branches as if a voltage
source of voltage v is
V= i. R = 1.11x1 = 1.11v
Fig.(1)
Current due to this additional source of 1.11 V in the 3 Ω branch ia is,
1.11
ia=
(1+3+(6∥4))
1.11
ia=
(1+3+2.4)
ia=0.17A
This current flows in the opposite direction to that of the original current i through the 3 Ω
branch(i.e. ia is opposite to i)
Millman’s Theorem:
Millman’s Theorem is a theorem which helps in simplifying electrical networks
with a bunch of parallel branches. The utility of this theorem that, any number of parallel voltage
sources can be reduced to one equivalent one.
Let I represent the resultant current of the parallel current sources while G the equivalent
conductance as shown in the figure below.
I = I1 + I2 + I3 … … … … … ;
G = G1 + G2 + G3 … … … … …(or)
±I1 R1 ±I2 R2 ±⋯………±In Rn
I= ;
R1 +R2 +⋯………+Rn
1 1
𝐺= =
𝑅 R1 + R 2 + ⋯ … … … + R n
The resulting current source is converted to an equivalent voltage source as shown in the fig.
𝐼 ±I1 ± I2 ± ⋯ … … … ± In
𝑉= =
𝐺 G1 + G2 + ⋯ … … … + Gn
1 1
𝑅= =
𝐺 G1 + G2 + ⋯ … … … + Gn
And as we know,I = V/R, and we can also write R = 1/G as G = 1/R So the equation can be
written as,
V V V
± R1 ± R2 ± ⋯ … … … ± Rn
1 2 n
𝑉=
1 1 1
R1 + R 2 + ⋯ … … … + R n
Solution:
Given R1 = R2 = R3 = 4
G = G1 + G2 + G3
1 1 1 3
G= + + =
4 4 4 4
1 4
∴R= = Ω
G 3
V1 G1 + V2 G2 + V3 G3
V=
G1 + G2 + G3
1 1 1
(−4) + (−2) + (10)
V= 4 4 4
3
4
−4 − 2 + 10
V=
3
4
V=
3
So given circuit becomes,
4
V 3 4
∴IL = = 4 = =117.64mA
R+RL +10 34
3
UNIT-V
MAGNETIC CIRCUITS
INTRODUCTION
FARADAY'S LAW OF ELECTROMAGNETIC INDUCTION
CONCEPT OF SELF & MUTUAL INDUCTANCE
DOT CONVENTION
COEFFIECIENT OF COUPLING
COMPOSTE MAGNETIC CIRCUIT
ANALYSIS OF SERIES AND PARALLEL MAGNETIC CIRCUITS
INTRODUCTION
Although the lines of magnetic flux have no physical existence, they do form a very convenient
and useful basis for explaining various magnetic effects and to calculate the magnitudes of
various magnetic quantities. The complete closed path followed by any group of magnetic flux
lines is referred as magnetic circuit. The lines of magnetic flux never intersect, and each line
forms a closed path. Whenever a current is flowing through the coil there will be magnetic flux
produced and the path followed by the magnetic flux is known as magnetic circuit. The
operation of all the electrical devices like generators, motors, transformers etc. depend upon
the magnetism produced by this magnetic circuit. Therefore, to obtain the required
characteristics of these devices, their magnetic circuits have to be designed carefully.
The magnetic pressure which sets up or tends to set up magnetic flux in a magnetic circuit is
known as MMF.
1. Magneto motive force is the measure of the ability of a coil to produce flux.
2. The magnetic flux is due to the existence of the MMF caused by a current flowing
through a coil having no. of turns.
3. A coil with ‘N’ turns carrying a current of ‘I’ amperes represents a magnetic circuit
producing an MMF of NI MMF=NI
4. Units of MMF = Ampere turns(AT)
Magnetic Flux:
1. The amount of magnetic lines of force set-up in a magnetic circuit is called magnetic
flux.
2. The magnetic flux, that is established in a magnetic circuit is proportional to the MMF
and the proportional constant is the reluctance of the magnetic circuit.
Reluctance:
1. The opposition offered to the flow of magnetic flux in a magnetic circuit is called
reluctance
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2. Reluctance of a magnetic circuit is defined as the ratio of magneto motive force to the
flux established.
3. Reluctance depends upon length(l), area of cross-section(a) and permeability of
the material that makes up the magnetic circuit.(S l, S a, S l/a )
𝑙
S=
𝜇𝑎
𝑀𝑀𝐹
RELUCTANCE=
𝐹𝐿𝑈𝑋
4. The unit of reluctance is AT/ Wb
Magnetic field strength(H)
1. The magnetic flux density in any material is defined as the magnetic flux established per
unit area of cross-section.
𝐹𝐿𝑈𝑋 ∅
𝐵= =
𝐴𝑅𝐸𝐴 𝑂𝐹 𝐶𝑅𝑂𝑆𝑆 𝑆𝐸𝐶𝑇𝐼𝑂𝑁 𝐴
2.The unit of magnetic flux density is wb/m2 or TESLA
Relative permeability
1. It is defined as the ratio of flux density established in magnetic material to the flux
density established in air or vacuum for the same magnetic field strength.
Consider, a magnet is approaching towards a coil. Here we consider two instants at time T1 and
time T2.
Flux linkage with the coil at time,
Take derivative above equation we will get the rate of change of flux linkage
But according to Faraday's law of electromagnetic induction, the rate of change of flux linkage
is equal to induced emf.
The negative sign used in Faraday's law of electromagnetic induction, indicates that the induced
emf and the change in magnetic flux have opposite signs.
There exists a definite relation between the direction of the induced current, the
direction of the flux and the direction of motion of the conductor. The direction of the
induced current may be found easily by applying either Fleming's Right-hand Rule
There exists a definite relation between the direction of the induced current, the
direction of the flux and the direction of motion of the conductor. The direction of the
induced current may be found easily by applying either Fleming's Left-hand Rule
increased. Theoretically, if the coil is passed through a stronger magnetic field, there will
be more lines of force for coil to cut and hence there will be more emf induced.
By increasing the speed of the relative motion between the coil and the magnet - If the
relative speed between the coil and magnet is increased from its previous value, the coil
will cut the lines of flux at a faster rate, so more induced emf would be produced.
SELF INDUCTANCE:
Inductance is the property of electrical circuits containing coils in which a change in the
electrical current induces an electromotive force (emf). This value of induced emf opposes the
change in current in electrical circuits and electric current 'I' produces a magnetic field which
generates magnetic flux acting on the circuit containing coils. The ratio of the magnetic flux to
the current is called the self-inductance.
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𝐼
The phenomenon of inducing an emf in a coil whenever a current linked with coil changes is
called induction. Here units of L are Weber per ampere which is equivalent to Henry.
‘Ø’ denotes the magnetic flux through the area spanned by one loop, ‘I’ is the current flowing
through the coil and N is the number of loops (turns) in the coil.
MUTUAL INDUCTANCE:
Mutual Inductance is the ratio between induced Electro Motive Force across a coil to the rate
of change of current of another adjacent coil in such a way that two coils are in possibility of
flux linkage. Mutual induction is a phenomenon when a coil gets induced in EMF across it due
to rate of change current in adjacent coil in such a way that the flux of one coil current gets
linkage of another coil. Mutual inductance is denoted as (M), it is called co-efficient of Mutual
Induction between two coils
Mutual inductance for two coils gives the same value when they are in mutual induction with
each other. Induction in one coil due to its own rate of change of current is called self
inductance (L), but due to rate of change of current of adjacent coil it gives mutual
inductance (M)
From the above figure, first coil carries current i1 and its self inductance is L1. Along with its self
inductance it has to face mutual induction due to rate of change of current i 2 in the second coil.
Same case happens in the second coil also. Dot convention is used to mark the polarity of the
mutual induction. Suppose two coils are placed nearby
Coil 1 carries I1 current having N1 number of turn. Now the flux density created by the coil 1 is
B1. Coil 2 with N2 number of turn gets linked with this flux from coil 1. So flux linkage in coil 2 is
N 2.
φ21 [φ21 is called leakage flux in coil 2 due to coil 1].
DOT CONVENTION:
Dot convention is used to determine the polarity of a magnetic coil in respect of other
magnetic coil.
Dot convention is normally used to determine the total or equivalent inductance (Leq).
SERIES AIDING:
Suppose two coils are in series with same place dot.
When 2 dots are at the same place of both inductors(while at entering place or leaving
place)as shown in below figure i.e. the total mutual inductance gets aided(added)
SERIES OPPOSING:
PARALLEL AIDING:
Suppose two coils are in parallel with same place dot.
When 2 dots are at the same place of both inductors(while at entering place or leaving
place)as shown in below figure i.e. the total mutual inductance gets aided(added)
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𝒅𝑰𝟏 𝒅𝑰𝟐
V=L1 +M
𝒅𝒕 𝒅𝒕
𝒅𝑰𝟐 𝒅𝑰𝟏
V=L2 +M
𝒅𝒕 𝒅𝒕
i=i1+i2
PARALLEL OPPOSING:
Suppose two coils are in parallel with opposite place dot.
When 2 dots are at the opposite place of both inductors(while one at entering place and
other at leaving place)as shown in below figure i.e. the total mutual inductance gets
differed
𝒅𝑰𝟏 𝒅𝑰𝟐
V=L1 −M
𝒅𝒕 𝒅𝒕
𝒅𝑰𝟐 𝒅𝑰𝟏
V=L2 −M
𝒅𝒕 𝒅𝒕
COEFFICIENT OF COUPLING:
The fraction of magnetic flux produced by the current in one coil that links with the other coil is
called coefficient of coupling between the two coils. It is denoted by (k).
Two coils are taken coil A and coil B, when current flows through one coil it produces flux; the
whole flux may not link with the other coil coupled, and this is because of leakage flux by a
fraction (k) known as Coefficient of Coupling.
k=1 when the flux produced by one coil completely links with the other coil and is called
magnetically tightly coupled.
k=0 when the flux produced by one coil does not link at all with the other coil and thus the coils
are said to be magnetically isolated.
DERIVATION:
The above equation (A) shows the relationship between mutual inductance and self inductance
between two the coils
In the above equation NI is the MMF of the magnetic circuit, which is analogous to EMF in the
electrical circuit.
A magnetic circuit which has more than one path for magnetic flux is called a parallel
magnetic circuit. It can be compared with a parallel electric circuit which has more than
one path for electric current. The concept of parallel magnetic circuit is illustrated in fig.
2. Here a coil of ‘N’ turns wounded on limb ‘AF’ carries a current of ‘I’ amperes. The
magnetic flux ‘φ1’ set up by the coil divides at ‘B’ into two paths namely
Magnetic flux passes ‘φ2’ along the path ‘BE’
Magnetic flux passes ‘φ3’ along the path ‘BCDE’ i.e φ1= φ2 + φ3
The magnetic paths ‘BE’ and ‘BCDE’ are in parallel and form a parallel magnetic circuit. The AT
required for this parallel circuit is equal to AT required for any one of the paths. Let S 1=
reluctance of path EFAB
If a coil of N turns carrying a current I is wound on the specimen 1 and if the magnetic flux is
assumed to be confined to iron core then the total reluctance is given by the sum of the
individual reluctances S1 and S2. This is equivalent to adding the resistances of a series
circuit. Thus the total reluctance is given by
Problem :Sketch the dotted equivalent circuit for the coupled coil shown in the fig. and find
Problem: Sketch the dotted equivale1lt circuit for the coupled coils shown in figure and find the
equivalent inductance at the terminals AB. All coupling coefficie1lt are 0.5.
=0.2386H
Solution
jX M jK X L1 X L 2 j0.65 5 3 j2.5