Maximum Power Transfer Formula

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Maximum Power is defined as the maximum power that can be transferred from the input of the circuit to its output. Check FAQs
Pm=Vth2RL(RL+Rth)2
Pm - Maximum Power?Vth - Thevenin Voltage?RL - Load Resistance?Rth - Thevenin Resistance?

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21.0868Edit=27.6Edit218Edit(18Edit+7.5Edit)2
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Maximum Power Transfer Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Maximum Power Transfer?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
Pm=Vth2RL(RL+Rth)2
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
Pm=27.6V218Ω(18Ω+7.5Ω)2
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
Pm=27.6218(18+7.5)2
Next Step Evaluate
Pm=21.0867820069204W
LAST Step Rounding Answer
Pm=21.0868W

Maximum Power Transfer Formula Elements

Variables
Maximum Power
Maximum Power is defined as the maximum power that can be transferred from the input of the circuit to its output.
Symbol: Pm
Measurement: PowerUnit: W
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Thevenin Voltage
Thevenin voltage defines the equivalent voltage using thenvenin's theorem.
Symbol: Vth
Measurement: Electric PotentialUnit: V
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Load Resistance
Load Resistance is defined as the opposition provided to the electric current but the load connected to the circuit.
Symbol: RL
Measurement: Electric ResistanceUnit: Ω
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Thevenin Resistance
Thevenin resistance is the resistance measured at terminals AB with all voltage sources replaced by short circuits and all current sources replaced by open circuits.
Symbol: Rth
Measurement: Electric ResistanceUnit: Ω
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

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How to Evaluate Maximum Power Transfer?

Maximum Power Transfer evaluator uses Maximum Power = (Thevenin Voltage^2*Load Resistance)/(Load Resistance+Thevenin Resistance)^2 to evaluate the Maximum Power, The Maximum Power Transfer formula is defined as the maximum power provided to a load when given a system with known internal resistances or impedances. Maximum Power is denoted by Pm symbol.

How to evaluate Maximum Power Transfer using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Maximum Power Transfer, enter Thevenin Voltage (Vth), Load Resistance (RL) & Thevenin Resistance (Rth) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Maximum Power Transfer

What is the formula to find Maximum Power Transfer?
The formula of Maximum Power Transfer is expressed as Maximum Power = (Thevenin Voltage^2*Load Resistance)/(Load Resistance+Thevenin Resistance)^2. Here is an example- 21.08678 = (27.6^2*18)/(18+7.5)^2.
How to calculate Maximum Power Transfer?
With Thevenin Voltage (Vth), Load Resistance (RL) & Thevenin Resistance (Rth) we can find Maximum Power Transfer using the formula - Maximum Power = (Thevenin Voltage^2*Load Resistance)/(Load Resistance+Thevenin Resistance)^2.
Can the Maximum Power Transfer be negative?
Yes, the Maximum Power Transfer, measured in Power can be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Maximum Power Transfer?
Maximum Power Transfer is usually measured using the Watt[W] for Power. Kilowatt[W], Milliwatt[W], Microwatt[W] are the few other units in which Maximum Power Transfer can be measured.
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