Voltmeter in Series as self inductance of cables is significant

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The discussion revolves around using a lock-in amplifier to measure the AC voltage across a superconducting wire sample while accounting for the self-inductance and capacitance of the measurement wires. The setup involves connecting the lock-in amplifier in series with the sample to accurately determine the resistance R1 as a function of AC frequency. The user seeks to establish a relationship between the voltages V1, V2, and V3 in the circuit, with V2 already expressed in relation to V1 and R1. The main query is how to derive an expression that connects V3 to V2, as existing resources have not provided a satisfactory answer. The user emphasizes the need for assistance in solving this circuit analysis challenge.
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Hello,

I am using a lock-in amplifier to measure the AC voltage across a small sample of superconducting wire located in a cryostat.
As the self-inductance and the capacitance of the wires used for the measurement are non-negligible, I have basically connected the lock-in amplifier in series with the sample.

Here is a circuit diagram:

___Constant V AC Source_______
| |
| |
| |
|_______R1_____________R2___|
| |
|_______| |_____ |
| | | |
| C1 |
L1 L2
| |
| |
|__Lock-in Amp____|


My aim is to determine the resistance R1 (resistance of the sample) as a function of AC frequency above and below the transition temperature of the sample.
The resistor R2 is supposed to make sure that the current through the circuit is constant.
It is also used to infer the current in the circuit by measuring the voltage across it (R2=47Ohms).

If V1 is the voltage across the voltage source, V2 is the voltage across R1 and V3 is the voltage measured by the lock-in amplifier,
I need to find an expression relating the 3.
The self-inductance of the wires is given by L1 and L2 and C1 is the capacitance of the wires running parallel.

V1 and V2 are related in the following way.

V2 = V1*R1/(R1+R2)

Now my question is, how do I obtain an expression relating V3 and V2?
I have tried to find a solution in a few books but I couldn't find anything.
All I could find on a Google search is that a voltmeter has to be connected in parallel which doesn't really help.

Thank you very much for your help.
 
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