Math Problem Statement

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Exercise – the RC dipole problem as shown in Figure 1 and Figure 2, involving calculating relationships between voltages and solving differential equations.

Solution

The exercise involves solving a problem related to an RC dipole (resistor-capacitor circuit) described in Figure 1 and Figure 2. Below is a breakdown of the questions and the general steps to approach the solutions:

  1. Show that the voltages U1(t)U_1(t) and U2(t)U_2(t) are related by the equation U2(t)=U1(t)3U_2(t) = \frac{U_1(t)}{3}:

    • From the circuit in Figure 1, the total resistance is composed of RR and rr, where R=3rR = 3r.
    • Since U1(t)U_1(t) and U2(t)U_2(t) are the voltages across resistors, the voltage divider rule applies. The ratio between the resistors dictates the relationship between the voltages, thus confirming the equation.
  2. Establish the differential equation for U1(t)U_1(t) at the capacitor C1C_1:

    • This is a first-order RC circuit, so the voltage across a capacitor is governed by the differential equation: U1(t)=U0etτU_1(t) = U_0 e^{-\frac{t}{\tau}} where ( \tau = R \cd

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Differential Equations
Electric Circuits
Voltage Relations
Exponential Functions

Formulas

Voltage Divider Rule: U_2(t) = U_1(t) / 3
First-order RC Circuit Differential Equation: U_1(t) = U_0 e^{-t/τ}
Capacitor Discharge Equation: i(t) = (U_0 / R) e^{-t/τ}

Theorems

Voltage Divider Rule
Kirchhoff's Voltage Law
Ohm's Law

Suitable Grade Level

Undergraduate level (Physics or Electrical Engineering)