Electromagnetism & Electronics
2 terms
Wattless Current
Electromagnetism & Electronics
A (Amperes)
The component of alternating current that is 90 degrees out of phase with AC voltage, consuming zero net electrical power.
I_wattless = I_rms sin φ
Wheatstone Bridge
Electromagnetism & Electronics
Ω (Ohms)
An electrical bridge network consisting of four resistor arms used to measure an unknown electrical resistance with high precision.
R_x = R₃ (R₂ / R₁) (when balanced: I_galvanometer = 0)