Power Definition and 998 Threads

  1. engnrshyckh

    Power supplied by a Capacitor and Inductor

    Using above eq Xc=80.38Ohm and P=179VAR but textbook says that the ans is zero. Can anyone explain please
  2. J

    Power output from a falling masss over a time period

    How did you find PF?: youtube [Moderator: moved from new member intro forum]How did you find PF?: youtube i need a falling mass over time /joules per kilo over 1hr time also need to know how to figure gearing to maintain fall over time in regards to a set resistance such as a 5 kw alternator
  3. M

    Engineering Homework: Rx=? to get maximum power transfer at point M

    Hi, after calculations I end up in the circuit below¨ (Thevenin equivalent) So now I have to say Rth=RL and I will find Rx ?The initial circuit is this: Thanks
  4. L

    How to determine the power of this circuit?

    In "Homework Equations" field, I wrote general equations for quadripole. I have doubt about the solution. True answer given in the electrical engineering textbook is P = 100 W. Here is my solution: 1) In scheme, I pointed currents and U(output) (Fig. 2). 2) U = A*U(output) + B*I2 I1 =...
  5. Boltzman Oscillation

    Can Ohm's Law Be Defied with Independent Power Sources?

    In my study of electrical engineering I have been told that the voltage across a resistance is V = IR. If I connect a resistor R and a power supply of 5V 2 A then how does ohms law work here? I could change R to anything I want but the source would stay at 5 V and 2 amps regardless of what I do...
  6. CricK0es

    How can I evaluate the power produced by a WEC unit? (wave energy)

    I'm currently researching if I could implement some wave energy into my small scale hypothetical project. I've identified some commercial models, namely Seabased and SINNPower, and I assumed that they would have approximate values of power output given wave period, height (among many other...
  7. Mimosapudica

    Calculating the power delivered when a block of mass m slides along

    Force along the horizontal would be T cos(theta) Frictional force (which is in the opposite direction )= μmg So net force in the direction of velocity = Tcos(theta)-μmg P= [Tcos(theta)-μmg]v But this is not so, the right answer is given to be Tvcos(theta). Why should we not consider the...
  8. Mimosapudica

    Power developed by a person on eating 100g of ice per minute is?

    P=W/t W=Q= mL = (100x 80x 4.2)/1000 (kg x J/kg) = 33.6 t= 1 minute= 60s P= 33.6/60= 0.56 watt... but the answer provided is 560J/s...?
  9. N

    Can you help me calculate the required torque and power of this motor?

    Hi everyone, I want to rotate this (see attached image) platform at a speed of 20 RPM. To this end, I have to calculate the torque and power of a motor required. I have done preliminary calculations, however the numbers I'm getting doesn't seem right. For example, I'm getting that the torque...
  10. BillTre

    How to Deal with No Power in Areas of California

    Some areas of California are going to have their power turned off to prevent wild fires like they had last year. I don't live there, so lucky me. Its my understanding that some of the fires were started by wires blowing around and causing sparks in some way. Apparently, the power may be off for...
  11. P

    Power flow in a TE mode for a rectangular waveguide

    $$\frac{dP_{flow}}{dA} = \frac{1}{2} Re \{\vec{E} \times \vec{H^*} \} \cdot \hat{z}$$ since ##E_z = 0## everywhere ##\vec{E} = \vec{E_t}##$$\frac{dP_{flow}}{dA} = \frac{1}{2} Re \{\vec{E_t} \times \vec{H^*} \} \cdot \hat{z}$$ $$\frac{1}{2} Re \left\{\mp Z_{TE} \left[ \left(\hat{z} \times...
  12. Adrian Tudini

    Computer models that predict the maximum power of a chemical reaction

    Given a balanced chemical equation, can we predict using computer models the maximum power of the chemical reaction? Thanks.
  13. Mathew Joseph

    How to make the power factor of induction motors be a leading power factor?

    Hi guys, This month onwards our power distributor says that we only get powerfactor incentive when only we make the powerfactor leading and in between 0.95 and 1. Our industry fully consists of induction motor and compensative capacitors are provided but this month onwards we have to keep the...
  14. M

    Would a giant orbital gravity battery be a good future power source?

    Gravity batteries intrigue me. We are starting to develop them now. We currently are able to drop cement blocks and harness the energy that the kinetic energy releases. We are considering them as an alternative energy source to help the environment. Here’s a link for those unfamiliar with it...
  15. M

    Engineering Determine if the dependent source of the circuit delivering power or....

    Hi all ! I want a confirmation for this exercise please. The circuit: This is my try: https://www.docdroid.net/EFuTDMp/new-doc-2019-10-03-234340-1-converted.pdf -- Thanks
  16. Fdtroya

    Which factors determine the power output of a permanent magnet alternator

    To be more precise the generator has to be able to produce around 1.5 Watts from a person spinning its axis, which is why I was thinking of putting a gearbox in my design but I need to know how much Torque would it take to spin the axis and at what rpm would the generator be effective.
  17. S

    Solving Power Delivery Issues in a 5V Series Circuit with a 1.5V Rated Relay

    Hello, I'm using a "TQ2SA-1.5V Panasonic 2 Form C AS Single side stable, 1.5VDC 2A DPDT NON-LATCHING SMD Relay" (specifically the coil side of this relay) that is rated for 1.5 volts that is connected in series to this circuit (as the last device in this circuit shown below), which in this...
  18. hagopbul

    Find the schematic diagram for a power amplifier (for repair)

    Hello all: Doing some training in electronics repairing , and need to find some schematic diagrams for power amplifier , Google is not helping with that ,any suggestions where should I look Best Hagop
  19. nagyn

    Induction stovetop design: am I using these equations correctly?

    I've been told an effective induction stovetop needs to deliver about 1000W of power. I have magnet wire that can tolerate at most about 0.2A of current, and was planning on using a 60Hz wall outlet as my source (obviously I'll need to bring down the outlet current quite a bit). So the energy...
  20. G

    Suggestions for research topics for M.Sc. in Nuclear Power Engineering

    Summary: Suggestion on experimental research related to reactor for master's degree dissertation. Summary: Suggestion on experimental research related to reactor for master's degree dissertation. I have just started my master's degree course in Nuclear Power Engineering and decided to...
  21. K

    Buck converter will power LED's but voltage divider will not....

    Summary: Am seeking help understanding why when I take my battery (50V max 44 nominal; 15aH capacity; 12s5p) and attempt to step down the voltage that sometimes it works and sometimes not... Hi all, New to forum. Chemical engineer seeks help from electrical engineers... Thanks for reading...
  22. S

    Power equations, which equation to use and why?

    Which equation do I use and why do I use it? I think it would be P = V^2/R, but why do we exclude current the from the equation?
  23. R

    MHB Solution to function with power greater than 4

    Why we can't use radical to solve an equations with power greater than 4?
  24. Indula

    A Does molybdenum react with an Argon plasma powered by RF power?

    I'm thinking of implementing a metal disk-like probe in an Argon plasma which is powered by RF. Therefore I need to know a metal that's least reactive with the plasma. Does molybdenum meets this requirement?
  25. Physics lover

    Maximum power in this resistor circuit

    My attempt-: So the resistance is coming to be negative.Can anyone tell me my mistake.Thanks.
  26. Izazo

    Calculating Steam Turbine output power

    So I know the formula " W_turbine = m_flow rate * (H_in - H_out) " BUT is there any formula that utilizes the turbine volumetric flow rate (m^3/sec) at the outlet? The following data is available, I just need the formula... P_in= 2.36 Mpa P_out= 0.95 MPa m_flow rate= 0.02 kg/sec eff_turbine= 70...
  27. M

    I need to know the power of a flywheel

    hi sir i have 1100 watt motor and i want to rotat the fly wheel from rest to 1450 rpm.i want to know how big should be the flywheel to rotate at the motor 1100 watt and to get extra energy 700 joule or more than if possiable best regard thnx
  28. E

    Having difficulty increasing my load power factor above 0.95

    I have an inductive load (120 volts AC at 0.5 amps AC at 60 Hz, 0.9 power factor before correction) that is a connected to the grid. I have been trying to increase the power factor above 0.95, but no matter how much I tune the power factor correction capacitors I cannot increase the power factor...
  29. T

    Flow rate of steam in power plants

    I want to know what's the flow rate (in kg/s) of saturated steam at 5 barA pressure to the turbines of a 250 kW power plant.
  30. D

    Why does a Polywell Fusion Reactor not generate net power?

    why does a polywell not generate net power? what are the loss mechanisms?
  31. J

    Electric mining truck creates electric power

    A fully electric mining truck has been built that does not burn fuel. It has a 600 kilowatt-hour battery pack, and they need to discharge about 200 KwH of that every night to keep from overcharging it. The secret: It's loaded at the top of the hill, and unloaded at the bottom. The regenerated...
  32. P

    Potential of the terminals on a DC power supply

    Summary: Hi there On a 12VDC transformer we use at school. Is the positive terminal +6V above ground potential and the negative terminal -6V below ground potential? Thank You Hi there On a 12VDC transformer we use at school. Is the positive terminal +6V above ground potential and the negative...
  33. M

    Inverse Power Law: Solve for Power at 400m

    Hi everyone! Awesome forum! I'm doubting myself on a problem about inverse square law. I'll change the actual values from my homework problem as I want to check that I have the right idea rather than the specific numeric answer. If I am using an inverse 2.5 power law and know the power at 100m...
  34. A

    I Calculate Retinal irradiance - from photometric units

    I have been trying to calculate what retinal irradiance value I get with a 1 blue LED system. Since the manufacturer didn´t give the spectral distribution information, I will approximate LED as a monochromatic one (using the 460 nm peak). From the datasheet, the LED intensity range goes from 6...
  35. Prialen

    How to choose the right power screw dimensions given the maximum load

    Hi, So I have a uni project and were required to design a jockey wheel and corresponding power screw. We're given a maximum load and have to do the relevant calculations, moment of torque, efficiency etc. My question is I don't understand how to take the given maximum load and find the relevant...
  36. kolleamm

    High current power supply for servos? 40+ amps

    So I've basically built a robot that has a lot of servo motors. 14 of them can draw up to 3 amps each(max)(usually 1 amp average) at 4.8 to 7 volts. What's my best option to power it? The power source doesn't need to be connected to the robot, so weight shouldn't be an issue. My best guess is...
  37. gleem

    Three mile Island Power Plant to be Shut Down

    Exelon the current owner of Three Mile Island Power Plant will shut it down in about two weeks. This is 15 year short of its current license expiration date. The reason supposedly is the cost of operation since methane is currently so cheap. Exelon tried to persuade the Pennsylvania...
  38. M

    How to characterize a power law field?

    Hello, as part of the study of fields with central forces, I came across with fields called power law, defined by F = - K/r ^ n u (u is radial vector passing through the origin O) I would like to dismiss case n = 2, which refers to the Newtonian fields whose study was exhaustively conducted in...
  39. F

    Hydro Power is Actually Solar Power

    Hydroelectric power, effected usually by damming a river, is ordinary considered an example of energy produced by gravitational potential. However, from an ultimate perspective, hydro power is actually an example of solar power. Water must drop to a lower gravitational potential to extract...
  40. L

    Thermodynamic Systems - Power rating and thermal efficiency

    A coal fired steam plant takes in feed water at a temperature of 70°C and produces 15 tonnes of steam per hour at a pressure of 60 bar and temperature 400°C. The fuel consumption rate is 1.5 tonnes per hour and the calorific value of the fuel is 40MJkgˉ¹. Determine the power rating of the boiler...
  41. K

    Question about power extension board

    I have a home appliance that should be plugged into one single wall socket because it's energy consuming, and shouldn't share with other appliances by common sense. However, due to some practical problems, I can't plug it directly into the wall socket. If I use a power extension board (i.e...
  42. K

    Any problem when a home power switch is staying between ON and OFF?

    I have a socket on the wall , because of the size of the adapter, the switch on the socket is always stayed between "ON" and "OFF" while it serves and works. From the electrical point of view, is it a complete circuit inside? is there any partial complete circuit which may be a problem?
  43. karush

    MHB 215 AP Calculus Exam Problem Power Rule

    If $y=(x^3-cos x)^5$, then $y'=$(A) $\quad 5(x^3-\cos x)^4$(B) $\quad 5(3x^2+\sin x)^4$(C) $\quad 5(3x^2+\sin x)^4$(D) $\quad 5(x^3+\sin x)^4(6x+\cos x)$(E) $\quad 5(x^3+\cos x)^4(3x+\sin x)$ ok I am sure this could be worded better. but I think many students take these tests and are not used...
  44. S

    Automotive How to plot a power and torque graph for an engine?

    Hello all, I have designed an intake manifold for boxer-6 naturally aspirated petrol engine with 1:1 bore to stroke ratio and has a bore dia of 117.89mm and a volume of 7.8l as part of my master's project. The engine was to produce 450 bhp @ 6500 rpm and I did set a rev limit @7500 rpm. The...
  45. NTL2009

    Electrical Test a cheap Surge Protector Power Strip (US 110V)?

    I figure I could connect a high voltage source with a high impedance, and verify that it clamps that voltage. The easy way would require very careful consideration to keep it safe - that would be to use a 220V outlet connected through a 220K Ohm Resistor on each leg. Apply the current limited...
  46. T

    Reactor fail-safe shutdown at any power density?

    Summary: If SCRAM completely removed all moderator from the reactor, would decay heat still be an issue? My understanding of how decay heat occurs after shutdown in large scale Nuclear Power Reactors. Is that Beta Decay causes residual Neutron activity at a small fraction of the operating...
  47. L

    Charge distribution on a power line

    I was trying to calculate the EMFs from power lines, just to see how they correspond to transmission line right of ways, and got a little stuck calculating the electrostatic E-field (-∇V) from power lines. I know it is dependent on the charge distribution on the power line, which is in turn...
  48. dvscrobe

    Engineering Reverse Current PMDC Motor Braking Using Power Electronics

    Summary: How do you determine the armature current during the braking time? For a simple permanent magnet DC motor with a known resistance and inductance in series with the armature, I would like to know how to determine the armature current if there was an electronic motor drive controlling...
  49. J

    Power Loss in Transmission Lines: AC vs DC Comparison Explained with a Model

    Intuitively I fell like AC would lose more power long a long power line than DC. I will use a model to explain my perspective. Let me model a wire as a long straight, non-frictionless tube, about the diameter of a marble, filled with a row of marbles that are each connected to the one next to...
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