In a series circuit containing pure resistance (R) and pure inductance (L), the analysis involves understanding how these components interact in an alternating current (AC) system. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the concepts:
### 1. **Impedance (Z)**
Impedance in an AC circuit is a measure of how much the circuit resists the flow of electric current, and it combines both resistance and reactance. In a series circuit with pure resistance and pure inductance, the impedance can be expressed as:
\[
Z = R + jX_L
\]
Where:
- \( Z \) is the total impedance (measured in ohms, Ω).
- \( R \) is the resistance (measured in ohms, Ω).
- \( j \) is the imaginary unit (representing a 90-degree phase shift).
- \( X_L \) is the inductive reactance, given by:
\[
X_L = 2\pi f L
\]
Where:
- \( f \) is the frequency of the AC source (in hertz, Hz).
- \( L \) is the inductance (measured in henries, H).
Thus, the total impedance can be expressed in rectangular form as:
\[
Z = R + j(2\pi f L)
\]
To convert this into polar form (magnitude and phase angle), you can calculate the magnitude as:
\[
|Z| = \sqrt{R^2 + (X_L)^2}
\]
And the phase angle \( \phi \) is given by:
\[
\phi = \tan^{-1}\left(\frac{X_L}{R}\right)
\]
### 2. **Resistance (R)**
Resistance is the component of impedance that dissipates energy. It remains constant and does not depend on frequency. Its unit is ohms (Ω), and it represents the opposition to the flow of current through the circuit.
### 3. **Inductance (L)**
Inductance is a property of the inductor that opposes changes in current. It also remains constant and is measured in henries (H). The inductive reactance increases with frequency, causing the total impedance of the circuit to change as the frequency varies.
### 4. **Average Power (P)**
The average power drawn by the circuit can be calculated using the formula:
\[
P = VI \cos(\phi)
\]
Where:
- \( P \) is the average power (measured in watts, W).
- \( V \) is the voltage across the circuit (in volts, V).
- \( I \) is the current through the circuit (in amperes, A).
- \( \cos(\phi) \) is the power factor.
In a series RL circuit, the current can also be expressed as:
\[
I = \frac{V}{Z}
\]
Therefore, substituting this into the power formula gives:
\[
P = \frac{V^2}{Z} \cos(\phi)
\]
### 5. **Power Factor (PF)**
The power factor is a dimensionless number between 0 and 1 that indicates the efficiency of the circuit in converting electric power into useful work. It is defined as the cosine of the phase angle:
\[
\text{Power Factor} = \cos(\phi) = \frac{R}{Z}
\]
This tells us how much of the power is being used effectively in the circuit. A power factor of 1 (or 100%) indicates all the power is used effectively, while a lower power factor indicates less efficiency.
### Summary
- **Impedance**: \( Z = R + j(2\pi f L) \)
- **Resistance**: \( R \) (measured in ohms, Ω)
- **Inductance**: \( L \) (measured in henries, H)
- **Average Power**: \( P = VI \cos(\phi) \) or \( P = \frac{V^2}{Z} \cos(\phi) \)
- **Power Factor**: \( \text{PF} = \cos(\phi) = \frac{R}{Z} \)
This framework provides a comprehensive understanding of how resistance and inductance affect the performance of a series circuit in AC systems.