Problem ID: 36
Problem Filename: firstOrder_rlNatural_ex2
Keywords:
Circut Description:
- voltage source
- inductor
- natural response
Analysis Method:
- first order response
Math Method:
- differential equation
First Order
RL Natural Response
Problem #2
Assume the switch in the circuit below has been closed for a long time, find the expression for the inductor current iL(t) after the switch opens.
Need a hint?
Find initial conditions, then find time constant and use first order differential equation.