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Analysis of AC Circuits: Filters, Transformers, and Phase Shifts

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PHYS-201(d): General physics: electromagnetism

The topics covered by the course are concepts of electromagnetism, properties of waves, and fluid mechanics. ...

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This lecture covers the analysis of AC circuits with inductances and capacitances, focusing on mathematical strategies using Ohm's law and Keho's laws to quantify phase shifts. It explains the relevance of resistors, capacitors, and inductances in potential differences, and introduces applications like filters and transformers. The instructor demonstrates experiments with resistors, capacitors, and inductors to show phase shifts and variations in amplitude with frequency.

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Dirk Grundler

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Electromagnetism: Electrical networks

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