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The law of steady state refers to the behavior of a system when it reaches a point where all of its variables are constant or unchanging over time, even though energy or power may still be flowing through the system.
In electrical engineering, this concept is most commonly applied in circuits or systems that have reached a "steady" condition after any initial transients (changes) have settled down. In a steady-state condition, the voltage and current values remain constant and predictable.
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In essence, it's the state where all the transient effects (like charging of capacitors or the current buildup in inductors) have died out, and the system is operating in its normal, long-term state.
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In electrical engineering, this concept is most commonly applied in circuits or systems that have reached a "steady" condition after any initial transients (changes) have settled down. In a steady-state condition, the voltage and current values remain constant and predictable.
For example:
- In AC circuits, after the initial fluctuations, the voltages and currents settle into sinusoidal waveforms with constant amplitude and frequency. The system is said to be in a steady state.
- In DC circuits, after the power is turned on, the current and voltage levels stabilize and stay constant (assuming no changes in the load or external conditions).
Key Points:
- No change in the system: Once the system reaches steady state, everything operates without fluctuations.
- Energy flow continues: Even though things are steady, power or energy might still be flowing through the system.
- Stability: The system’s conditions (like voltage, current, or temperature) remain unchanged.
In essence, it's the state where all the transient effects (like charging of capacitors or the current buildup in inductors) have died out, and the system is operating in its normal, long-term state.
Does that help clarify it?