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This experiment aimed to verify the superposition theorem for a given circuit. The superposition theorem states that the total current in a branch is the algebraic sum of the currents contributed by each individual source. Measurements showed that the total current with both power supplies matched the individual currents added, supporting the theorem. Some minor deviations in resistance values were observed but were within acceptable limits. The results validate the superposition theorem for linear circuits with multiple independent sources.

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This experiment aimed to verify the superposition theorem for a given circuit. The superposition theorem states that the total current in a branch is the algebraic sum of the currents contributed by each individual source. Measurements showed that the total current with both power supplies matched the individual currents added, supporting the theorem. Some minor deviations in resistance values were observed but were within acceptable limits. The results validate the superposition theorem for linear circuits with multiple independent sources.

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ECE602S

EXPERIMENT 4:VERIFICATION OF SUPERPOSITION
THEOREM

Name: Etuna Mbundu


Student Number: 219143129

Name of partner: Carin- Bibi Muchila


Student Number: 219135851

Name of Lab Technician: MARKUS HITILA


AIM
To verify the superposition theorem for the given circuit.

INTRODUCTION
The superposition theorem state that in any network made up of linear resistances and containing more than one
source of e m f, the resultant current flowing in any branch is the algebraic sum of the currents that would flow in
that branch if each source was considered separately, all other sources being replaced at that time by their
respective internal resistances

EQUIPMENT
o Universal Circuit Board
o 2 Regulated power supply
o Multimeter
o 3 Resistors
o Wires

Experimental Procedure
Give the connections as per the diagram. Set a voltage value using RPS1 and RPS2 & note down the
ammeter reading Circuit I Set the same voltage in circuit II using RPS1 alone and short circuit the
terminals and note the ammeter reading. Set the same voltage in RPS2 alone as in circuit III and note down
the ammeter reading. Verify superposition theorem.

DATA
RPS Ammeter readings (I)
1 2
Circuit I 12V 12V 5.0
Circuit II 12V 0V 1.6
Circuit III 0V 12V 3.4

Resistors Ohmage (Ω) Measured ohmage


R1 47 46.7
R2 100 98.6
R3 470 469

RESULTS & DISCUSSION


This experiment's main goal was to physically test the Superposition theorem, a mathematical method for
calculating currents in circuits containing several emf sources. According to the theorem, when sources are
taken into account one at a time and substituted for one another by their respective internal resistances, the
current flowing through a branch in a circuit with two power supplies is equal to the algebraic total of the
current flowing through that branch.
The ohmage that was measured from R1 to 3, are 46.7, 98.6, 469 respectively. All these measurements are
slightly deviated from the actual or stated given value. The amperage reading of circuits 1 to 3 were, 5.0,
1.6 and 3.4 respectively, to conclude based on the amperage. The singular RPS circuit 2 and 3 gave a
combined value of 5A with directly equated to the value of circuit 1 which gave a measurement of 5A
This verifies the superposition theorem to be true as a result
The experiment's faults that were made might be to blame for the inaccurate findings that were obtained.
This might involve systemic mistake, such as a poorly configured system that affected the outcomes.
Additionally, overheating can result from having the RPS in the circuit for an extended period of time
because it is constantly exposed to voltage.

CALCULATION
470 x 47
Circuit II : =42.72 Ω
470+47
12V
I= =0.084 A
100+42.72
47
I 2= x 0.084 0 A=0.0 076 4 A
470+47
470
I 3= x0.084 A = 0.0764A
470+ 47

100 x 470
Circuit III: =82.45 Ω
100+ 470
12 V
I= =0.0 927 A
47+ 82.45
100
I2 = x 0.0927 A=0.0162 A
470+100
470
I3 = x 0.0927 A=0. 0764 A
470+100

ALGEBRAIC SUM
I-I`= 0.0927-0.084= 0.0087A(Discharging)
I2-I2`= 0.00764-0.0162= -0.00856A(Charging.)
I3+I3`= 0.0764+0.0764 = 0.1528A

CONCLUSION
In conclusion, the aim of the experiment was to verify the superposition theorem which was proven by the
experiment as the results attained were in line with the assumptions of the theorem. Hence the theorem is
legitimate for the situation that aligns with its purpose. Both the result from the superposition theorem
calculation and the ammeter readings that were taken of the RPS, Show the The current that runs through
I3 do equate in both instances.

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