VERIFICATION OF SERIES AND PARALLEL LOAD RESISITANCES

NETWORK USING SIMPOWERSYSTEMS

Abdul Wahab Nasir (02), BSEE 16-20

Abstract

The sole objective of this lab experiment is to analyze and verify the series and parallel load resistance network
using SimPowerSystems in MATLAB.Multiple tasks are performed to meet these objectives as per described in the
lab manual provided by the instructor. It is noted that the manual and simulated results are almost same. The three
basic components which are being used as loads are resistance, reactance inductance and capacitance. These
components can be connected in different configuration for different loads. In most cases, we are provided with
rated power of equipment. If we have to design an electrical system with specific power consumption, we have
freedom to connect different components in most efficient and economical arrangement.

Index terms --- Series Load Resistance Network, Parallel Load Resistive Network

I. INTRODUCTION

The basic components resistor, inductor and capacitor 2. Parallel Connection

can be connected in various configurations for
different loads. Normally manufacture provides the
rated power for a particular device but if we want to
calculate the actual resistance and reactance of that
device, it can be calculated (provided we know the
configuring). Similarly if we have the freedom to
design an electrical equipment with specific power
consumption then the resistance and reactance of that
device can be calculated. It will be different if Figure 2: Parallel Connection
resistance and reactance and being connected in
series or in parallel. Where,

In this lab, we simulated various configurations and |𝑉2| = 𝑉rms

determined resistance and reactance using MATLAB
𝑅 = Resistance
(simpowersystems).
𝑃s = Real Power (Series configuration)
1. SeriesConnection
𝑄s = Apparent Power (Series configuration)
𝑃p = Real Power (parallel configuration)
𝑄p = Apparent Power (parallel configuration)
If we know are arrangement of load components, we
can easily calculate the respective load component
values.
Figure 1: Series Connection
 II. PROCEDURE
Task 2: Calculate the value of resistance and
The steps followed are as follow:
inductance if connected in series
1. Connect the circuit as shown in figure. R = 465.38 Ω
XL = 93.08Ω
L=XL/2*3.14*50
L=0.2964 H
Task 3: Connect Series branch and put the
previous values. Observe the outputs

Figure 2: Circuit Diagram

2. Attach a series load of 100W and 20 VARs

and observe output.
3. Calculate the value of resistance and
inductance.
4. Connect series branch and put previously
calculated values. Observe the output.
5. Now connect both series load and series Figure 5: Output for series branch
branch modules and observe total power.
Also calculate it mathematically. Task 4: Now connect both models (RL Series
Load and RL Series Branch) in Series; observe
6. Connect parallel load and calculate
the total power being fed
resistance and inductance values.
7. Connect parallel branch and put previously
calculated values. Observe the output.
8. Now connect RL series, RL series branch
and RL parallel branch in series and observe
output.
9. Comment on which configuration is
economically most feasible.

III. LAB TASKS

Task 1: Attach a series load of 100w and 20vars and

observe the outputs.
Figure 6: Output for series load and series branch load

Task 5: Calculate the value of resistance and

inductance (if connected in parallel)
R = 484Ω, XL = 2420Ω
L=XL/2*3.14*50
L=7.0 H

Figure 4: Output for 100W 20VARS load

Task 6: Connect Parallel branch and put the
values previously calculated. Observe the outputs.
Figure 7: Output for parallel branch
Task 7: Now connect these models (RL Series
Load, RL Series Branch and RL Parallel branch)
in series, observe the total power being fed.
Figure 8: Output for series load, series branch & parallel branch
Task 8: Economically which arrangement would
be preferred (parallel or series)?
The arrangement depends on the type of load.
Series arrangement:
 Inductor size is small so cost is less.
 Difficult Maintenance. The problem with
this kind of connection is that when a load
develops a problem, the other connected
system will fail. It’s an all or none type of
circuit connection.
 This connection is is preferred if a load is to
maintain constant current through it.
The tube filaments in small radios are usually in
series. Current controlling devices are always
connected in series with the device that they
protect. Also, Fuses are connected in series with
the device they protect.
Parallel arrangement:
 Inductor size is large so cost is high.
 Easy Maintenance
 This type of connection is preferred when
loads are to maintain a constant voltage.
IV. OBSERVATION AND RESULTS
In the experiment performed we observed that in
resistive loads we have two combinations both
having their own characteristics. Our selection of
whether to choose a series or parallel load
configuration in purely based on economic aspects of
our system. We have to keep in mind our output
power wave form, ease in maintenance and repairing
and capital cost. If we keep in mind output power
then in this case we should prefer series
configuration. It can be observed that in the case of
series configuration the distortion in our output
waveform is minimal. This is effect is very prominent
in parallel configuration.
Parallel circuit connection gives the opportunity to
give the loads and the appliances their individual
switch. Parallel connection offers less resistance to
the flow of current compared to series connection.
V. CONCLUSION
Considering the limiting constraints we come to
know that while taking into account repairing and
maintenance, we come to know parallel configuration
has the edge. This is due to the fact that if a
component is found faulty in the case of parallel
configuration, it can be replaced easily. On the other
hand in the case of series configuration we will have
to replace the whole module. If we decide on the
basis of capital cost, then series configuration will be
a better choice. In series configuration case the
inductor required is of much less value as compared
to that required for parallel configuration. This will
result in less capital cost for series configuration.
Overall I would prefer series configuration over
parallel configuration in this case. Parallel circuit
connection is very common in use. Various lamps
and electrical appliances in our homes are connected
in parallel so that each of the lamps or bobs and
appliances can be operated independently. For us to
have control over the individual lamps or loads, they
have to be wired in parallel.

VI. REFRENCES

[1]. Dr. Abu Bakar’s Lab manual “ Verification of

Series and Parallel load resisitances network using
simpowersystems

[2].https://www.electronics/tutorials.ws/accircuits/po
wer-in-ac-circuits.html