Resistance Definition and 1000 Threads

  1. S

    How to calculate the net resistance between A and B

    I am unable to proceed. Please help me by describing how to solve it(and the method and reason behind the approach) Thank you
  2. N

    What's the point of a voltmeter having a high internal resistance?

    Homework Statement I understand that voltmeters are supposed to have high internal resistances so that they won't draw much current. However, they are being attached parallel to the resistor anyways and according to Kirchhoff' Law that means the voltage through both the resistor for which we...
  3. N

    Why formula for internal resistance for charging battery v = e + Ir

    Homework Statement Why is the formula for internal resistance for a charging battery v = e + Ir? When the battery is supplying I to the circuit I understand why the terminal voltage, V, equals emf - IR (voltage lost by internal resistance), but if a battery is charging, why is the...
  4. T

    Battery & Resistance: Why is There a Difference?

    Hi every one, I placed a multimeter probe across the terminals of a 1.5 v alkaline battery and saw 2 M Ohms, I did the same across a mV power supply at 1.5 volts and got little below 1.5 K ohms. I don't understand what makes them have diffrent resistance, and exactly why? I did this because I...
  5. N

    Photodiode and negative resistance

    Our professor has asked us why would a photo diode when shined with light, produce no negative resistance. So far, the only thing I can come up with is because it is in photo conductive orientation (as opposed to photo voltaic) increasing Dark Current thereby eliminating the negative...
  6. ranju

    Finding Output Voltage, Resistance Drop & Current in a Circuit w/ Zener Diode

    In the given circuit we have to find the output voltage , the voltage drop across resistance RL (RL = 10KΩ) and the current through the zener diode having zener voltage VZ = 50V By this question I want to be clear about the way to solve circuits with zener diode...please explain the...
  7. S

    Application of low resistance wire

    Homework Statement I am currently doing the phy project on length vs resistance of wire. to reduce the power loss in transmission wire, the length of wire must be short, as power loss = (I^2) R... in my experiment , I fixed I (current) , now i am asked to find the application of low...
  8. matineesuxxx

    Projectile motion with air resistance

    Homework Statement Model the trajectory of a projectile with an initial velocity v_0 that is subject to the force of drag.Homework Equations F_{\text{d}} = \frac{1}{2}C_{\text{d}}\rho\text{A}(v(t))^2 v_x(t) = v_{0x} + \int_{t_0}^t a_x(t')\mathrm{d}t' The Attempt at a Solution I really...
  9. U

    Trend of resistance & reactance values in fault signal

    Hi, What I have been trying to achieve is learn about signal processing ,particularly filters. Newbie to DSP,so far! I have 2 signals with me.Voltage and current signals. Both are unfiltered. I have managed to filter out these two signals to remove most of the noise. Now,I want to find the...
  10. U

    Resistance of wire vs wire with wide middle

    Homework Statement There are two wires: Wire one looks like --=========-- Wire two looks like --------------- Do they have the same resistance? So this isn't actually one of my homework problems, but I'm just debating this with a friend and neither of us can come to an agreement. So...
  11. M

    Resistance Variable Cross Section

    Homework Statement The question asks for resistance R of a disk with radius r and fixed width w, whose cross sectional area is variable. Unlike in the picture below, the resistor is not connected to the circuit on the flat ends, but on the cylindrical sides. Homework Equations...
  12. B

    Resistance @ 95 from Resistance @ 35

    Please explain the below: Resistance@95 =R@35 x (1+α*(95x(I/Io)²+20))/(1+75x α) at the actual current A (I Act).
  13. J

    Laplace analysis of simple LC tank (no resistance)

    I am stumped by an exercise in using Laplace transforms to analyze the voltage and current in simple LC tank. My issue is with the correct sign of the voltage across the capacitor ...let me pose the problem. A circuit consists of a voltage source V, 2 switches, a cap C and an inductor L. The...
  14. STEMucator

    Solving a Coconut's Fall: Speed, Work, & Air Resistance

    Homework Statement A coconut, with ##m = 2.30 kg##, falls from rest from a tree which is ##h = 35.0 m## high. Take ##g = 9.78 m/s^2##. 1. What speed does the coconut hit the ground? Ignore air resistance. 2. If it actually hits the ground with a speed of ##23.9 m/s##, how much work was...
  15. D

    Water resistance as a spring constant

    i am working on a project for a dynamic sculpture we want the sculpture to be able to sway and our idea includes placing the sculpture on a floating base(almost like a catamaran) , with wind forces the sculpture will sway. i would like to know how i may model the water resistance/buoyancy...
  16. A

    Question involving EMF and internal resistance

    A cell supplies a current of 2 Ampere, when it is connected to 5 ohm resistance and supply a current of 1.2 Ampere. If it is connected to resistance of 9 ohm, find EMF(electro motive force) and Internal Resistance
  17. A

    Question over the concept of Electrical Resistance

    So what actually is the cause of electrical Resistance?
  18. R

    Engineering Calculate the Resistance of the RC circuit so that LED just stays on

    In a simple series circuit there is a 12V supply battery, 12μ6 F capacitor, a Resistor, and a 2v drop LED with an imax of 30mA. frequency is 10Hz Calculate the resistance of the resistor so that the LED just stays on. Homework Equations Resistance of Capacitor Xc = 1/2∏fC P=VI V=IR...
  19. B

    Why Does It Take 200 N to Slow Down a 10 kg Mass in Free Fall?

    If a 10 kg mass is in free fall (no air resistance), what force must be applied to slow the object down? (g = -10 m/s^2.) For this question, why is it 200 N and not 100 N? Wouldn't 100 N cancel out upward and downward forces and cancel them out?
  20. B

    Understanding Air Resistance: Explaining the Math Behind Reduced Force

    Can someone please explain the math of this problem? -If F is the force of air resistance on an object with mass m moving at a constant velocity, which of the following best describes the acceleration of the object when the force of air resistance is reduced by a factor of 4? (a) F/m (b)...
  21. R

    What are the different methods to measure the resistance of a capacitor?

    Homework Statement I was told that I can measure the "resistance" of a capacitor using 3 methods: 1. "The direct method" R = \int_1^2 \frac{\rho}{A} ds 2. "Ohm's Law" R=\frac{U}{I} U=\int_1^2 E ds E=\rho J = \frac{\rho i}{A} 3. "The analogy between electrostatics and electrokinetics"...
  22. E

    Calculating Iout & Output Resistance of BJT-MOSFET Circuit

    Hi! Here is my task: a) Calculate and sketch Iout=f(Vc2), for 0<Vc2<1.5V. (neglect Early effect) b) calculate output resistance for Vc2=Vc1. BJT's Q1 and Q2 are in forward active mode, have identical characteristics and same temperature. MOSFET M3 is in saturation. Iin=10μA, Vt=25mV...
  23. D

    MHB Find Solution to Power & Resistance w/ 10 Ohm Resistors

    Here is the question: You are given a number of 10 ohm resistors, each capable of dissipating only 1.0 W without being destroyed. What is the minimum number of such resistors that you need to combine in series or in parallel to make a 10 ohm resistance that is capable of dissipating at least 5.0...
  24. R

    Solve Haemodynamics Confusion: Peripheral Resistance, Sympathetic Stimulation

    Im not able to get this concept of haemodynamics. Constriction of blood vessels increases arterial pressure but it also increases resistance, so how does cardiac output increase? How can constriction of vessels increase venous return? It incteaes systolic filling pressure but resistance also...
  25. ?

    External AC Emitter Resistance Formula

    I have worked on an example earlier today. It's the section on BJT Amplifiers. I have been studying the sub-section on Common-Collector Amplifier. I've come across a rather peculiar formula, which has not been mentioned anywhere in my prescribed textbook besides a worked example. Here is the...
  26. E

    MOSFET amplifier input resistance

    Hi! My task is to calculate input resistance for circuit below: VDD=10V, Vtn=1V, β=1mA/V^2, VA=100V, load resistance RL=20k. Here is model for AC analysis (DC source and infinite capacitances are short circuits, current directions chosen arbitrarily): After calculationg input current iin...
  27. C

    Resistance, Current and Voltages

    When there is a current of mixed resistances (like parallel and series together), how do voltage drop and current relate throughout the circuit?
  28. V

    How Many Electrons Pass Through a Gold Wire Per Second?

    Homework Statement The resistivity of gold is 2.44 x 10-8 Ω m at a temperature of 20°C. A gold wire, 0.5 mm in diameter and 44 cm long, carries a current of 380 ma. The number of electrons per second passing a given cross section of the wire, is closest to: A) 2.4 × 10^18 B)...
  29. S

    Why does gravity not create resistance?

    If a planet is traveling through space and distorting space, why does it not slow down? If a boat travels through water and distorts the water it will slow down. I guess a better way to put it is why does empty space not resist being bent?
  30. J

    V= IR So a circuit with no resistance has no current or voltage?

    If you had a voltage v and wanted to know current, would the current be infinity ? Do we just call it 0 because it is insignifant to find such a useless number because since there is no resistance it would be too high. I figure if r=0 then I = v/0 so infinity?
  31. F

    Calculating equivelent resistance and equivelent capaictance

    Homework Statement Below is a link to the problems, A and B. http://oi62.tinypic.com/28bgqao.jpg Homework Equations For series: R=∑R_i 1/C=∑ 1/C_i For Parralell 1/R=∑ 1/R_i C=∑ C_i The Attempt at a Solution I usually don't have any problems when it comes to calculating effective resistance...
  32. P

    Resistance of a discharging capacitor

    I am trying to calculate the maximum current drawn from a capacitor that is connected to a resistor of a very low value (a few mΩ). Because the resistor does not have a large resistance as I've seen with many V/t and I/t graphs for capacitors connected to resistors, where the decay of the curve...
  33. Eagle9

    How quickly does E.coli gain resistance against antibiotics?

    As well-known, the bacteria (particularly E.coli) can gain the resistance against antibiotics. In Wikipedia its mechanism is written: I would like to know: 1) Are there any OTHER mechanisms for gaining the resistance? Can the bacteria gain resistance when it has got antibiotic, LB broth in...
  34. D

    Resistance of cylinder case a and case b

    Homework Statement what's the difference between case a (photo 1&2) and case b (photo 3 ) ? what can't i use the way of doing case b for case a? p/s : my own working for case a in photo 4 Homework Equations The Attempt at a Solution
  35. D

    Calculating Resistance for Cylindrical Conductors

    Homework Statement can anybody help me with this question? my ans is different from the ans given... i need explanation on this ! here's my attempt by the way. r=pl/a . r=resistance , p = resistivity l=length r=(1.69e-8)(2pi )(6e-2 +1.5 e-3 )(300) / (pi )(1.5e-3)^2 what's wrong with...
  36. J

    Microscopic properties of electrical resistance

    I have recently been learning about the microscope properties which dictates electrical resistance. The main equation (resistivity) in my textbook is: \rho = 2m/qN\tau where \tau is the time between collisions of electrons with the atoms, q is the charge of the electron, N is the number of...
  37. P

    Air Resistance of a Diver using Ek and Eg

    Homework Statement A 57.0 kg diver dives from a height of 15.0 m. She reaches a speed of 14.0 m/s just before entering the water. What was the average force of air resistance (e.g., friction) acting on the diver? What is the force of friction underwater if she reaches a depth of 2.5 m before...
  38. C

    Temperature Coefficient of Resistance of Two Wires in Series

    Homework Statement Two wires A and B are connected in series at 0oC and resistance of B is 3.5 times that of A. The resistance temperature coefficient of A is 0.04% and that of the combination is 0.1%. Find the resistance temperature coefficient of B. Homework Equations Rt=R0(1+α0t)...
  39. Y

    Insulation Resistance in a coaxial cable of length L

    Homework Statement Determine the insulation resistance in a coaxial cable of length L, with conductivity, as shown in Figure assume that the current density J is radial direction. The Attempt at a Solution so i was wondering if this approach is correct, consider a sequence of...
  40. Y

    Calculating Coaxial Cable Insulation Resistance for Radial Current Density

    Homework Statement Determine the insulation resistance in a coaxial cable of length L, with conductivity, as shown in Figure assume that the current density J is radial direction. The Attempt at a Solution so i was wondering if this approach is correct, consider a sequence of...
  41. A

    Resistance between two points in complex circuit

    Homework Statement I have attached a circuit scheme from old textbook. Basically, there are 17 resistors which every has resistance R and we need to find the resistance between points A and B. (I added numbers to each resistor so it would be easier to communicate). Extra question of mine - is...
  42. A

    Height of ball bounce with air resistance

    Homework Statement Ball with mass of 0.7 kg and radius 0.15 m is dropped from top of the building 30 m tall. Force of air resistance which acts on ball is given with the equation: F_r = \frac{1}{2} c S ρ v^2 where c = 0.5 S = r^2 ∏ ρ = 1.29 \frac{kg}{m^3} v = current speed. How tall will...
  43. P

    What is the Resistance of an Electric Iron with a Label of 240V, 2kW?

    Homework Statement An electric iron labelled "240V,2kW". Find the resistance in the electric iron. Homework Equations P=V^2/R R=V^2/P The Attempt at a Solution R=240^2/2000=28.8 ohm
  44. C

    Purpose of sheet resistance in thin film devices

    In optoelectronics and other nanotechnology applications (like organic photovoltaics, organic LEDs etc) most layers need to be electrically characterized among other types of measurements. Thus, sheet resistance is measured. An example are the 4-point-probe resistivity measurements. Yet, what...
  45. patrickmoloney

    Drag Force - Air Resistance Question

    Homework Statement A skydiver drops o¤ an outcrop at the top of a sheer face on a mountain and falls vertically downwards. Let v(x) be the velocity of the skydiver at a vertical distance x below the drop-off point. As the skydiver falls he will experience a drag force of magnitude...
  46. R

    Find resistance, inductance, and the time constant for an RL circuit.

    Homework Statement A 5.0V battery is attached to an RL circuit. The current is given by the formula: I = V0/R(1-e-t/τ), where I0 is the steady-state current, and τ is the time constant for the circuit. Using the data table provided, determine τ, R, and L for this circuit. I(mA) | t(μs)...
  47. Entanglement

    Ohmic Resistance: What Causes It?

    Where does ohmic resistance arise from, is it from the collision of the current with the electrons of the wire or is it from the electric field of the electrons of the wire's atoms that cause repulsion force against the flowing current ??
  48. S

    Power to overcome bearings resistance

    Hello, I have a pair of bearings (NSK Super Precision Angular Contact Ball Bearings) and was wondering whether I would be able to estimate the power it takes to overcome the bearings resistance when the shaft spins with some given rpm. Are you aware if this is possible to estimate. Thanks!
  49. N

    High resistance or low resistance for induction cooktops?

    Induction heating relies on an ac current to produce a changing magnetic field and hence a conductor will experience a changing magnetic flux. This induces an emf and then a current and thus heat. Heat generated is P=I^2 * R From this, it would appear that a very high resistance would lead...
  50. Y

    Equivalent resistance, using node voltage analysis

    Homework Statement (I added in the R values for reference) Homework Equations GV=I KCL The Attempt at a Solution I am not concerned with the MATLAB portion of the problem, only the setup. I think what the problem wants me to do is: 1) connect a 1A test current from the...
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