An AC source with ΔVrins =120 V is connected between points...

An AC source with $\Delta V_{\text {rins }}=120 \mathrm{~V}$ is connected between points $a$ and $\bar{d}$ in Figure $\mathrm{P} 32.16$. At what frequency will it deliver a power of 250 W? Explain your answer.

Key Concepts

Resonance in AC Circuits

Resonance in an AC circuit occurs when the inductive and capacitive reactances balance each other out, causing them to cancel. This results in a net impedance that is purely resistive, which is the condition for maximum power transfer from the source. The specific frequency at which this happens depends on the values of the inductance and capacitance in the circuit and is critical when the circuit is designed to deliver a specific power level.

Power in AC Circuits

The average power delivered in an AC circuit is calculated by taking into account not only the voltage and resistance but also the phase relationship between the current and voltage. Typically, the power is given by P = Vrms² * (R/|Z|²), where |Z| represents the magnitude of the total impedance. This equation highlights the impact of both the resistive portion and the reactive (phase-shifting) components on how effectively power is delivered.

AC Circuit Analysis

AC circuit analysis uses phasors and complex impedance to describe how sinusoidal voltages and currents interact within a circuit. This framework allows for the inclusion of resistive, inductive, and capacitive elements, and it is essential for understanding how circuit behavior changes with the frequency of the applied voltage.

Impedance and Reactance

Impedance is the vector sum of resistance and reactance in an AC circuit, describing the total opposition that circuit elements present to the flow of current. Reactance, which is frequency-dependent, includes inductive reactance (which increases with frequency) and capacitive reactance (which decreases with frequency), and it plays a critical role in determining the phase shift and amplitude of currents and voltages in the circuit.

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