Physics A-Level
Quantitative analysis of power loss
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For a given power P transmitted at voltage V, the current is I = P ÷ V, and the power lost in the transmission line of resistance R is P_loss = I²R.
Topics that use Quantitative analysis of power loss
- The operation of a transformer (A-level only) (AQA A-Level)
Related terms
- Efficiency
- Hysteresis
- Eddy currents
- Electrical power transmission
- Energy dissipation in resistive cables
- Flux leakage
- Transformer action in the national grid
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