Section 5
Alternating Currents
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Phasors
Phasors are used to analyze electrical systems in sinusoidal steady state and with a uniform angular frequency.
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Root Mean Square Values
The root mean square (RMS) voltage or current is the time-averaged voltage or current in an AC system.
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Safety Precautions in the Household
Electrical safety systems and devices are designed and widely used to reduce the risks of thermal and shock hazards.