Complex Impedance Flashcards
1
Q
What is complex impedance used to calculate?
A
Current in RC and RL circuits
2
Q
Draw a simple RC circuit
A
Capacitor and Resistor in series
3
Q
Draw a simple RL circuit
A
Resistor and transducer in parallel
4
Q
To calculate current, you first need to work out..
A
Impedance, Z
5
Q
What is the equation for impedance for a series RL circuit?
A
Z = R + jwl
6
Q
What is the equation for impedance for a series RC circuit?
A
Z = R - jw/c
7
Q
What is the equation for current?
A
I = V / Z
