Math Problem Statement

The query submitted by the user involved combining sinusoidal functions i_1(t) = I_1 sin(ωt) and i_2(t) = I_2 cos(ωt), where I_1 = 3A, I_2 = 1A, and ω = 2 rad/s, resulting in a combined equation i(t) = I_1 sin(ωt) + I_2 cos(ωt) = I_12 cos(ωt + φ). The goal is to analyze the resultant sinusoidal wave from their sum.

Solution

In the image you've provided, it appears to show a set of sinusoidal functions and their respective graphs. The exercise seems to involve the superposition (sum) of sinusoidal functions with equal angular frequencies. Here's a breakdown of the components and the key equations shown:

  1. First Equation: i1(t)=I1sin(ωt)i_1(t) = I_1 \sin(\omega t)

    • I1=3AI_1 = 3 \, \text{A}
    • ω=2rad/s\omega = 2 \, \text{rad/s} This represents a sine wave with amplitude I1=3AI_1 = 3 \, \text{A}.
  2. Second Equation: i2(t)=I2cos(ωt)i_2(t) = I_2 \cos(\omega t)

    • I2=1AI_2 = 1 \, \text{A}
    • ω=2rad/s\omega = 2 \, \text{rad/s} This represents a cosine wave with amplitude I2=1AI_2 = 1 \, \text{A}.
  3. Combined Equation (Sum of the two sinusoids): i(t)=I1sin(ωt)+I2cos(ωt)=I12cos(ωt+ϕ)i(t) = I_1 \sin(\omega t) + I_2 \cos(\omega t) = I_{12} \cos(\omega t + \phi) Here, the two sinusoidal functions are added. The result can be expressed as a single sinusoidal function with a phase shift:

    • I1=3AI_1 = 3 \, \text{A}
    • I2=1AI_2 = 1 \, \text{A}
    • I12=7I_{12} = 7
    • ϕ=π6\phi = \frac{\pi}{6}

The graphs below each equation visualize the individual sine and cosine functions, and finally, the resultant sinusoidal function that emerges from their sum.

Would you like more details on how the combination of these sinusoidal functions works or any specific calculations?

Here are five related questions to explore:

  1. How do you derive the amplitude I12I_{12} from the two individual amplitudes I1I_1 and I2I_2?
  2. What is the significance of the phase shift ϕ\phi in the resultant wave?
  3. How does the angular frequency ω\omega influence the behavior of these sinusoidal functions?
  4. What happens if the frequencies ω\omega of the two functions are different?
  5. How can this principle of superposition be applied in alternating current (AC) circuit analysis?

Tip: When combining sinusoidal functions, always remember that a sum of sine and cosine functions of the same frequency can always be expressed as a single sinusoidal function with a phase shift.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trigonometry
Sinusoidal Functions
Wave Superposition

Formulas

i_1(t) = I_1 sin(ωt)
i_2(t) = I_2 cos(ωt)
i(t) = I_1 sin(ωt) + I_2 cos(ωt) = I_12 cos(ωt + φ)
I_12 = √(I_1^2 + I_2^2)
φ = arctan(I_2 / I_1)

Theorems

Superposition of Sinusoidal Waves
Trigonometric Addition Formulas

Suitable Grade Level

Undergraduate Level