Derive Wheatstone Bridge's equation

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The discussion focuses on deriving the Wheatstone Bridge equation, with a participant attempting to simplify the derivation by neglecting small changes in resistance. They express their approach mathematically but struggle to achieve the desired form of the equation. A request for clarification on symbols and definitions is made, emphasizing the need for clear communication of variables involved in the derivation. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding how small changes in resistors affect the bridge's balance. Overall, the thread seeks guidance on the derivation process and clarification of terms used.
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Homework Statement



how to derive this equation?
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Homework Equations



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The Attempt at a Solution



I try derive it that to cut out high degree part such as delta_R1*delta_R2
because my teacher told that is very small and near to zero. but I can't made it to that given form. And i think Resistance that have change must be equal like as fraction R1*R3=R2*R4 so (R1+delta_R1)(R2+delta_R2)=(R3+delta_R3)(R4+delta_R4)

Now, I made the last expression to

delta_Vo = [deltaR1/R1-deltaR2/R2+deltaR3/R3-deltaR4/R4]/[2*(1+deltaR3/R3+deltaR4/R4)*(1+(deltaR1+R1)/(deltaR2+R2))]Vs


this is my first time for this forum and my english is not good. so if i do something wrong or someone can't understand me I'm very apologize.

I'd appreciate if someone can help me or tell me if i do wrong way.

Thanks alot
 

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We need a statement of the problem, namely what are you looking for? What do the symbols that you use stand for? I can understand R1, but what is ΔR1? What about Vg and ΔVg? Are you trying to find how the bridge becomes unbalanced when you change the four resistors by small amounts? You should be providing the details and definitions and we should not be guessing what they are.
 
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