In my previous article on photovoltaic (PV) systems (“The Highs and Lows of Photovoltaic System Calculations” in the July 2012 issue), I went through methods to calculate the changes in voltage due to ...

Get ready to dive into AC circuits! ⚡🔌 In this video, we’ll walk through how to calculate current and power in an AC circuit with a resistor. Perfect for understanding electrical concepts in action!

Understanding the role of short-circuit current is critical to the reliability of your electrical system and to the safety of the people who maintain it. When designing or modifying a distribution ...

You need to know how to measure the current that flows through a component in a circuit and the voltage across it. The ammeter must be connected in series with the component – remember, in a series ...

Calculate the total resistance of the circuit. Calculate the current flowing in the \({3}\Omega\) resistor. Calculate the voltage across the \({8}\Omega\) resistor. Calculate the current flowing in ...

Power factor correction uses parallel connected capacitors to oppose the effects of inductive elements and reduce the phase shift between the voltage and current. Power factor correction is a ...