next up previous contents
Next: . Up: AC Circuits Previous: .   Contents

.














Draw a parallel LRC circuit above with an alternating voltage $V_0
\cos(\omega t)$, clearly labeling the (presumably given) $L$, $R$, and $C$.

a) Draw the phasor diagram that represents Kirchhoff's rule for the currents around the loop. What is the form of the total current as a function of time?

b) Draw the phasor diagram from which the impedance $Z$ can be determined and write down its value in terms of the givens. Also indicate the value of the phase angle $\delta$ in terms of the givens.

c) What is the resonant frequency $\omega_0$ for the circuit in terms of the givens?

d) Does the average power delivered to the circuit depend on $\omega$? Why or why not?


Robert G. Brown 2003-02-09