The resistance of the device D in Figure P3.80 is a non-linear function of pressure P. The i -v characteristics of D are shown as a family of curves for various pressures.

Assume:

VS = 3.0V R = 100?

Construct the DC load line and determine the current through D when P = 40 psig.



Find:

The DC load line, and the current through the nonlinear device when P = 40 psig.




Analysis:



Circuit characteristic [DC load line]:



The circuit characteristic is a linear relation that can be plotted by plotting the two intercepts and connecting them with a straight line. Solutions are at the intersections of the circuit and device characteristics.



Reading from where the load line crosses the P = 40 psig:



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