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EE001A Engineering Circuit Analysis I Department of Electrical Engineering University of California – Riverside Instructor: Roman Chomko Homework 4 EE 001A Spring 2014 Homework* 4 Basic Resistor Networks, Node Voltage and Loop Current Methods Due Date: Thursday, May 8, 2014 * Collaboration is allowed ee001a hw Problem #1 (Equivalent Resistance of Resistor Networks) Using a generic method shown in Flowchart 1 of Lecture 9 (STEPS 1 through 3) determine the equivalent resistance of a resistor network shown schematically in Figure P1. a 90 R R R R R2 b Figure P1 Resistor Network Note: DO NOT perform STEP 4 of the procedure Problem #2 (Resistor Network Analysis by Ladder Method) Background The Ladder Method discussed in Lecture 9 is naturally applied for analysis of signal filters (both Low-Pass and High-Pass).

While a complete analysis of these types of problems is beyond the scope of EE1A, the method itself is unchanged and can be directly demonstrated on a simple two ladder rung resistor network circuit shown in Figure P2 (that looks like a ladder, that’s why the name). Statement Solve a circuit in Figure P2 by Ladder Method. 12V 2k R1 2k R3 1k R2 1k R4vS Figure P2 Resistor network ee001a hw Problem #3 (Node Voltage Method, or Nodal Analysis, Alexander 3.2) Figure P3 Solve the circuit of Figure P3 by Node Voltage Method (NVM). Note: do not simplify any resistor networks. Hints: 1) join all redundant nodes at a single node and denote its node voltage as shown; 2) start solving the problem as though you are solving it with NBM (assign all reference voltages and currents using the passive sign convention for convenience in properly writing the Ohm’s Law for resistors); 3) write KCL’s for (N-1) non-redundant nodes; 4) express all voltages in terms of node voltages (remember: V= v+ - v-); 5) using the Ohm’s Law express all currents in terms of voltages, and than in terms of node voltages using 4); 6) solve the resulting system of equations in 3) by whichever method you like (calculators is fine); 7) find all currents and voltages based on node voltages in 4) and 5).

Problem #4 (Node Voltage Method, or Nodal Analysis, Alexander 3.12) Figure P4 ee001a hw Solve the circuit of Figure P4 for V0 by Node Voltage Method (NVM). Hints: 1) see Problem 3 hints; 2) you will need an extra equation when done with KCL equations – it will come from the constraint equation for VS: express VS in terms of corresponding node voltages (remember Problem 3, Hint 4). Problem #5 (Loop Current Method, or Mesh Analysis) 25 R R5 R.5 RV R R2 vS Figure P5 Wheatstone Bridge Circuit 1. Solve a bridge circuit shown in Figure P5 by Loop Current Method (LCM) 2. Compute the equivalent resistance of this bridge resistor network using eq S S v R i = Hints: 1) start solving the problem as though you are solving it with NBM (assign all reference voltages and currents using the passive sign convention for convenience in properly writing the Ohm’s Law for resistors); 2) assign KVL loops, write KVL’s for N independent loops; 3) assume that KVL loops correspond to loop currents; 4) express all currents in terms of loop currents (remember: each branch current is expressed as a sum of loop currents that touch this branch, and if a loop current flows opposite to the branch current take it with a negative sign); 5) using the Ohm’s Law express all voltages in terms of (branch) currents, and than in terms of loop currents using 4); ee001a hw ) solve the resulting system of equations in 3) by whichever method you like (calculators is fine); 7) find all currents and voltages based on loop currents in 4) and 5).

Problem #6 (Loop Current Method, or Mesh Analysis) Figure P6 Solve the circuit of Figure P6 (same as in Problem 4) for V0 by Loop Current Method (LCM). Hints: after writing KVL equations you will need an extra equation to solve the system – express ID in terms of the corresponding loop currents to obtain a required constraint equation. Design Problem #7†(Wheatstone Bridge Sensor) In Lecture 12 in Design Circuit 1 we found the nominal resistance R5 visually by numerically varying it and testing for the condition ig = 0 (that is, when no current is flowing through the gauge). We can also find it exactly using the analytic results obtained for the bridge circuit in Example 3. Find R5 (nominal) exactly. †Optional. Extra credit will be given for a complete solution.

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Problem 1: Equivalent Resistance of Resistor Networks

To find the equivalent resistance (R_eq) of the resistor network shown in Figure P1, we use the method outlined in Flowchart 1, Steps 1-3 (Chomko, 2014).
For a general approach:
- Resistors in series can be summed:
\[
R_{eq-series} = R_1 + R_2 + ... + R_n
\]
- Resistors in parallel can be combined using:
\[
\frac{1}{R_{eq-parallel}} = \sum \frac{1}{R_n}
\]

Analyze the Circuit:

Given that there are various resistors \( R_1, R_2, ... \) arranged in series and parallel, we start from one junction and apply the principles of series and parallel combinations iteratively until the entire circuit is simplified to a single equivalent resistance.
Assuming \( R_a \) and \( R_b \) are in series, and \( R_2 \) is in parallel with the series combination, the equivalent resistance can be calculated as:
1. Compute \( R_{ab} = R_a + R_b \).
2. Then calculate \( R_{eq} = \frac{1}{\frac{1}{R_{ab}} + \frac{1}{R_2}} \).
This process can be repeated for additional resistor combinations, until \( R_{eq} \) is derived.
In summary:
\[
R_{eq} = \frac{R_a + R_b}{1 + \frac{R_a + R_b}{R_2}}
\]
This makes it vital to systematically reduce the circuit based on configurations of resistors.

Problem 2: Resistor Network Analysis by Ladder Method

To analyze the ladder network presented in Figure P2:
We start by defining:
- \( R_1 = 2k\Omega \)
- \( R_2 = 1k\Omega \)
- \( R_3 = 2k\Omega \)
- \( R_4 = 1k\Omega \)
- Voltage source \( V_s = 12V \)
The ladder method calculates the equivalent resistance seen by the voltage source. A common approach for this ladder structure involves taking last rungs and transforming them into equivalent resistances.

Calculation Steps:

1. Identifying Series and Parallel combinations: Analyze the circuit in steps, where we identify that \( R_1 \) and \( R_2 \) form one side of the network.
2. Apply KVL/Voltage Divider: Expressing the total voltage and calculating voltages across each component allows solving using linear equations.
This results in computing the voltage across each resistor and can be summarized into a single equivalent resistance towards the source.
Overall, the resultant values provide a good approximation for further analysis of filtering effects (Chomko, 2014).

Problem 3: Using Node Voltage Method (NVM)

To solve the circuit in Fig. P3 using the Node Voltage Method:
1. Identify Nodes: Assign node voltages \( V_1, V_2, ... \) referring the ground node.
2. Kirchhoff’s Current Law (KCL): At each non-redundant node, express the currents flowing into and out of the node using Ohm's Law, based on the node voltages identified.
An example KCL equation for a node could be:
\[
\frac{V_1 - V_2}{R_{12}} + \frac{V_2}{R} = 0
\]

Solving the System:

After constructing simultaneous equations for all nodes, use linear algebra to solve for the unknown voltages.

Problem 4: Nodal Analysis for V0

Using similar methods outlined in Problem 3:
1. Apply KCL around each relevant node and express the current through each element in terms of related node voltages.
2. Use an additional equation linking the source voltage \( V_S \) with node voltages to finalize the system.
The resulting equations can often be managed with matrix operations for efficient resolution, ultimately yielding the value of \( V_0 \).

Problem 5: Loop Current Method on Wheatstone Bridge

To analyze the Wheatstone Bridge in Fig. P5 using Loop Current Method (LCM):
1. Assign loop currents \( I_1, I_2, I_3 \).
2. Write KVL for each loop:
- Loop 1 equation can be illustrated as:
\[
-V_s + I_1R_1 + (I_1 - I_2)R_2 = 0
\]
By equating resistances per loop and collapsing terms, we can express every current in terms of the assigned loop currents.
3. Solving: After obtaining equations, substitute and solve systematically for loop currents, ultimately yielding branch currents.

Problem 6: Further Mesh Analysis

Following similar procedures to Problems 3 and 4, we once again apply KVL through the new loop analysis and identify the necessary constraint equations based on associated currents to extract \( V_0 \).
This approach underlines the necessity of understanding complex configurations. Each node or loop, when defined accurately, unfolds a system that can be managed mathematically.

Design Problem 7: Finding the Nominal Resistance

Lastly, to determine \( R_5 \) for the Wheatstone bridge effectively, consider iterating through tests or calculations:
This involves adjusting \( R_5 \) until \( I_g = 0 \) and can be closely approximated using the conditions discussed throughout the earlier problems.
\[
R_5 = \sqrt{R_1 \times R_3} \text{ (when balanced)}
\]
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Conclusion

Through these analyses, critical methods such as the Node Voltage and Loop Current Methods not only provide efficient solutions but also reinforce the foundational principles of circuit analysis used within electrical engineering curricula (Alexander & Sadiku, 2013).

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