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Articles by Manish Kumar Saini
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Overview of Electric Current, Voltage, and Resistance Electric Current
The directed flow of charge (free electrons) is called electric current. In other words, the electric current is defined as the rate of flow charge (free electrons). It is represented by 𝐼 or 𝑖 and measured in Amperes (A). i.e.$$I=\frac{Q}{t}=\frac{ne}{t}\:\:Ampere(A)$$Where, Q = ne, and e = 1.6 X 10-19 C.In differential form, $$i=\frac{dq}{dt}$$How electric current flows?In the figure, the copper conductor has a large number of free electrons. When a potential difference (voltage) is applied across it, the free electrons (negatively charged) starts moving towards the positive terminal of the source. This directed flow free electrons is called as electric ...
Read MoreElectrical Circuit Devices
Electrical Circuit Devices are essential components of electrical and electronic circuits. There are several devices that are present in electrical and electronic circuits. Some important circuit devices are as follows −SourcesSwitchesConnectorsCircuit Protection DevicesLoadsSourcesA source of electrical energy is a device that delivers energy into a system. These devices create potential difference, which in turn causes electric current to flow in a circuit. Examples of typical electrical sources include Generators, Cells, Batteries and Photovoltaic Cells etc.Generators – There are two types of electric generators viz. AC generator and DC generator.Cells and Batteries – An Electrical cell is a device which can ...
Read MoreSecond Order System Transient Response
To understand the transient response of the second order system, consider the block diagram of closed loop system with unity negative feedback.The open loop transfer function of the second order system is given by, $$G(s)=\frac{\omega_{n}^{2}}{s(s+2\zeta\:\omega_{n})}$$And the closed loop transfer function of the second order system is given by, $$\frac{C(s)}{R(s)}=\frac{G(s)}{1+G(s)}=\frac{\omega_{n}^{2}}{s^{2}+2\zeta\:\omega_{n}s+\omega_{n}^{2}} \:\:\:\:...(1)$$Where, R(s) = Laplace transform of the input signal r(t), C(s) = Laplace transform of the output signal c(t), ξ= Damping Ration, Ωn = Natrural frequency of oscillations.As from the equation (1), we can see, the power of s is two in the denominator term. Thus, the transfer function represents a second ...
Read MoreResistor Types and Color Code
ResistorThe measure of opposition offered by the substance in the flow electric current is known as Resistance of the substance and the element that possess the resistance is called a Resistor. The circuit symbol of resistor is shown in the figure below.Types of ResistorsThe resistor are broadly classified into two types –Fixed ResistorsVariable ResistorsFixed ResistorsThe fixed resistor is defined as the resistor whose resistance value does not change with the any change in temperature or voltage. These resistors are available in different shapes and sizes. The main function of an ideal fixed resistance gives a stable resistance in all situations. ...
Read MoreSources of Electromotive Force (EMF)
Concept of Electromotive Force (EMF)The electromotive force (EMF) of a source, is a measure of the energy the source gives to each coulomb of charge. The EMF is measured in volts (V).At first sight, the name EMF implies that it is a force that causes the current to flow but this not correct, because it is not a force but energy supplied to the charge by some source of energy such as a battery. The EMF maintains potential difference while the potential difference causes current to flow.Difference between EMF and Potential DifferenceAs we know, the EMF of the battery is ...
Read MoreWorking Principle of Voltaic Cell (Galvanic Cell)
A Voltaic cell is an electrochemical cell that converts the chemical energy of spontaneous (natural) redox reactions into electrical energy. The Voltaic cell is also called as Galvanic cell.The voltaic cell is named after its inventor Alessandro Volta in 1799.In redox (oxidation-reduction) reactions, the electrons are moved between two different species and if these reactions occur spontaneously then energy is released as a result of these reactions. Therefore, the released energy is used to do work. To deal with this energy, it is necessary to split the reaction into two half reactions – Oxidation and Reduction. By using two different ...
Read MoreWattmeter – Types and Working Principle
A wattmeter is an instrument which is used to measure electric power given to or developed by an electrical circuit. Generally, a wattmeter consists of a current coil and a potential coil.Types of WattmeterElectrodynamometer wattmeter – for both DC and AC power measurementInduction wattmeter – for AC power measurement onlyWorking Principle of Electrodynamometer WattmeterThe electrodynamometer wattmeter works on the dynamometer principle i.e. a mechanical force acts between two current carrying conductors or coils.It consists of a fixed which is divided into two halves which are parallel to each other and is connected in series with the load while the moving ...
Read MoreTransistor Amplifier – Working Principle and Applications
Transistor as an AmplifierA transistor can increase the strength of a weak signal and hence it can be used as an amplifier in a circuit. The weak signal is applied between the emitter – base junction and output is taken across the load connected in the collector circuit.In order to achieve desired amplification, emitter – base junction must remain forward biased. For this, a DC voltage VBB is applied in the input circuit in addition to signal. This DC voltage is known as Bias Voltage and its magnitude is such that it always makes the emitter – base junction forward ...
Read MoreResistors in AC Circuits
Important TermsAC Circuit − A closed path followed by alternating current is called as an AC Circuit.Resistance − The measure of opposition offered by a material in the path of electric current is known as resistance of that material. The element possessing the resistance is known as Resistor.Peak Value of Voltage or Current − It is the maximum value attained by an alternating quantity. It is also called as Amplitude.Average Value − The arithmetical average of all values of an alternating quantity over one cycle is called as average value. For sinusoidal voltage or current, $$\mathrm{I_{avg}=\frac{2I_{m}}{\pi}=0.637I_{m}}$$$$\mathrm{V_{avg}=\frac{2V_{m}}{\pi}=0.637I_{m}}$$Root Mean Square (RMS) value ...
Read MorePhysical Limitations of Operational Amplifiers
A practical operational amplifier exhibits some limitations that should be considered in the design of instrument.The Physical Limitations of Operational Amplifier −Voltage Supply LimitationsFinite Bandwidth LimitationsInput Offset Voltage LimitationsInput Bias Current LimitationsOutput Offset Voltage LimitsSlew Rate LimitationShort Circuit Output LimitsLimited Common Mode Rejection RatioVoltage Supply LimitationsAn operational amplifier is power by an external DC power supply (+VCC and -VCC), which are symmetric and of the order of ± 10 V to ± 20 V. The effect of voltage supply limits is that amplifiers are able to amplify the signals only within the range of their power supply voltage. It is ...
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