Introductory Circuit Analysis (13th Edition)
Introductory Circuit Analysis (13th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780133923605
Author: Robert L. Boylestad
Publisher: PEARSON
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**Title: Analyzing Circuit Voltages Using Loop Analysis**

**Introduction**

In this educational module, we'll explore how to determine the voltage across resistors in a given circuit using loop analysis. The circuit features two voltage sources and a series of interconnected resistors.

**Circuit Description**

The circuit consists of the following elements:

- **Voltage Sources**:
  - V1: 12 Vdc
  - V2: 25 Vdc

- **Resistors**:
  - R1: 1 kΩ
  - R2: 3 kΩ
  - R3: 4 kΩ
  - R4: 1 kΩ
  - R5: 2 kΩ
  - R6: 500 Ω

**Circuit Layout**

- V1 (12 Vdc) is connected in series with three resistors: R1 (1 kΩ), R2 (3 kΩ), and R3 (4 kΩ).
  
- V2 (25 Vdc) is connected to R1 and branches off into another path through R4 (1 kΩ) and R5 (2 kΩ) that converge back into the main loop.

- R6 (500 Ω) is connected in parallel to the above branch.

**Objective**

Our goal is to use loop analysis (also known as mesh analysis) to calculate the voltage drop across each resistor in the circuit.

**Procedure**

1. **Identify and Define Loops**: Begin by identifying the independent loops within the circuit. Loops are closed paths that do not enclose other loops.

2. **Apply Kirchhoff’s Voltage Law (KVL)**: Write the KVL equation for each loop. According to KVL, the sum of the voltages around any closed loop in a circuit must equal zero.

3. **Formulate Equations**: Solve the system of equations derived from KVL to find the current through each loop.

4. **Calculate Voltage Drops**: Use the current values to compute the voltage drop across each resistor using Ohm's Law (V = IR).

**Conclusion**

Analyzing complex circuits using loop analysis provides valuable insight into the behavior of electrical components and systems. This method allows for the effective calculation of voltage and current in multiple-loop circuits, facilitating deeper understanding and design optimization in electronic applications.
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Transcribed Image Text:**Title: Analyzing Circuit Voltages Using Loop Analysis** **Introduction** In this educational module, we'll explore how to determine the voltage across resistors in a given circuit using loop analysis. The circuit features two voltage sources and a series of interconnected resistors. **Circuit Description** The circuit consists of the following elements: - **Voltage Sources**: - V1: 12 Vdc - V2: 25 Vdc - **Resistors**: - R1: 1 kΩ - R2: 3 kΩ - R3: 4 kΩ - R4: 1 kΩ - R5: 2 kΩ - R6: 500 Ω **Circuit Layout** - V1 (12 Vdc) is connected in series with three resistors: R1 (1 kΩ), R2 (3 kΩ), and R3 (4 kΩ). - V2 (25 Vdc) is connected to R1 and branches off into another path through R4 (1 kΩ) and R5 (2 kΩ) that converge back into the main loop. - R6 (500 Ω) is connected in parallel to the above branch. **Objective** Our goal is to use loop analysis (also known as mesh analysis) to calculate the voltage drop across each resistor in the circuit. **Procedure** 1. **Identify and Define Loops**: Begin by identifying the independent loops within the circuit. Loops are closed paths that do not enclose other loops. 2. **Apply Kirchhoff’s Voltage Law (KVL)**: Write the KVL equation for each loop. According to KVL, the sum of the voltages around any closed loop in a circuit must equal zero. 3. **Formulate Equations**: Solve the system of equations derived from KVL to find the current through each loop. 4. **Calculate Voltage Drops**: Use the current values to compute the voltage drop across each resistor using Ohm's Law (V = IR). **Conclusion** Analyzing complex circuits using loop analysis provides valuable insight into the behavior of electrical components and systems. This method allows for the effective calculation of voltage and current in multiple-loop circuits, facilitating deeper understanding and design optimization in electronic applications.
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