Network Theorems - I ENTC 210: Circuit Analysis I Rohit Singhal Lecturer Texas A&M University
The Theorems Superposition Theorem Thevenin’s Theorem Norton’s Theorem
Superposition Theorem When there are multiple sources! The current through, or voltage across, an element in a linear network is equal to the algebraic sum of the currents or voltages produced independently by each source.
Superposition Theorem
Number of Networks Analyzed = Number of independent Sources
Thevenin’s Theorem Any two terminal, linear dc network can be replaced by an equivalent circuit consisting of a voltage source and a series resistor.
Thevenin’s Theorem
Steps First remove the portion of the network, whose equivalent has to be found Mark the terminals of the remaining 2 terminal network
Thevenin’s Theorem Steps to calculate R th Calculate R th by setting all sources to zero, and using reduction techniques. Steps to calculate E th Return all sources to their original position and find the open terminal potential.