Introduction to Computer Engineering - Nodal Analysis

These flashcards cover key concepts related to Nodal Analysis and basic circuit analysis techniques discussed in the lecture.

Nodal Analysis

A technique in circuit analysis focusing on the voltages at the nodes of a circuit.

Kirchhoff's Current Law (KCL)

A principle stating that the total current entering a junction must equal the total current leaving the junction.

Simultaneous Equations

A set of equations with multiple variables that are solved together, resulting in a common solution for the variables.

Reference Node

The node in a circuit assigned a voltage of zero, typically referred to as ground.

Voltage Source

An electrical component that provides a constant voltage in a circuit.

Ohm's Law

A fundamental principle stating that voltage equals current multiplied by resistance (V = I × R).

Cramer's Rule

A mathematical theorem used for solving systems of linear equations with as many equations as unknowns using determinants.

PSpice

A software tool used for simulating and analyzing electronic circuits.

Mesh Analysis

A technique in circuit analysis focusing on the voltages in the meshes (closed loops) of a circuit.

Conductance

The measure of how easily electricity flows through a component, the reciprocal of resistance.