Problem 5: A resistor and inductor are connected to a 9.0 V battery by a switch as shown. The moment the switch is closed, current flows through the circuit. The resistor has a resistance of R = 260 ̩ and the inductor has an inductance of L = 110 mH.
Randomized Variables
R = 260 ̩
L = 110 mH
Part (a) At time t = 0 the switch is closed and current flows through the circuit. The current increases with time and eventually reaches a steady state value of i_max. Calculate the maximum current i_max in units of milliamps.
Part (b) Calculate the time constant, τ, of the circuit, in seconds.
Part (c) Determine the time, in seconds, at which the current has a value of i(t_50) = 50% of i_max.
Part (d) Determine the time, in seconds, at which the current has a value of i(t_99) = 99% of i_max.