Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Power Distribution in Three-phase and Single Phase Circuits01:17

Power Distribution in Three-phase and Single Phase Circuits

Power distribution within electrical circuits is a foundational aspect of residential and industrial energy systems. While single-phase power is common in residential settings, three-phase power is the standard for industrial environments with heavy machinery. Each system is different and has advantages, and it's crucial to understand the underlying principles of power distribution and material efficiency.
Single-Phase Power Distribution:
Single-phase circuits are typical in household settings;...
Maximum Power Flow and Line Loadability01:23

Maximum Power Flow and Line Loadability

The maximum power flow for lossy transmission lines is derived using ABCD parameters in phasor form. These parameters create a matrix relationship between the sending-end and receiving-end voltages and currents, allowing the determination of the receiving-end current. This relationship facilitates calculating the complex power delivered to the receiving end, from which real and reactive power components are derived.
Secondary Distribution01:25

Secondary Distribution

Secondary distribution systems provide electrical energy at the utilization voltage levels from distribution transformers to customer meters. Typical secondary voltages in the United States include 120/240 V for residential use, 208Y/120 V for residential and commercial use, and 480Y/277 V for industrial and high-rise commercial use.
In residential areas, 120/240 V single-phase, three-wire service is commonly used for lighting, outlets, and large appliances. Urban areas with high-density loads...
Primary Distribution01:28

Primary Distribution

Primary distribution systems deliver electrical power from substations to consumers through various voltage classes, with 15-kV class voltages being predominant among U.S. utilities. Older 2.5- and 5-kV classes are being replaced by 15-kV primaries, while higher 25- to 34.5-kV classes are used in high-density urban areas and rural regions with long feeders. Three-phase, four-wire multigrounded systems are widely employed for balanced power delivery, using the neutral wire as a grounding point.
Three-Phase Circuits01:22

Three-Phase Circuits

AC power distribution systems have three categories: single-phase, two-phase, and three-phase systems. The single-phase circuit, common in residential settings, typically employs a two-wire system connecting a single AC source to various loads. These circuits support standard household appliances operating at 120 volts (V) and 240 V, such as lamps, televisions, and microwaves. The first generators, Niagara Falls hydro plant installed in 1895, were two-phase and designed by Nikola Tesla. The...
Power System Distribution01:25

Power System Distribution

Power system distribution involves delivering electrical energy from power plants to consumers through a network of transmission and distribution systems. The process begins at power plants, where energy from coal, gas, nuclear, water, and wind is converted into electrical energy. These plants use three-phase generators, typically rated between 50 to 1300 MVA, with terminal voltages ranging from a few kV to 20 kV, depending on the size and age of the units.
The transmission system is designed...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Risk Factors of Neutropenic Enteropathy during Induction Phase of Treatment of Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia.

Mymensingh medical journal : MMJ·2026
Same author

Assessment of Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation in Children with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia during Induction Chemotherapy in A Tertiary Care Hospital.

Mymensingh medical journal : MMJ·2025
Same author

[Comparative analysis of the efficacy of domestic and imported sugammadex for reversal of rocuronium-induced deep neuromuscular block in adult patients].

Zhonghua yi xue za zhi·2025
Same author

Hematoporphyrine injection-based photodynamic therapy for Perianal Paget's disease: A case report.

Photodiagnosis and photodynamic therapy·2024
Same author

[Analysis of compliance with lung protective mechanical ventilation strategy in patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome].

Zhonghua jie he he hu xi za zhi = Zhonghua jiehe he huxi zazhi = Chinese journal of tuberculosis and respiratory diseases·2024
Same author

[Effects of small GTP-binding protein GDP dissociation stimulator on adipocyte hypertrophy and glucose metabolism disorder in mice].

Zhonghua nei ke za zhi·2023
Same journal

Multifunctional reconfigurable terahertz metasurface based on vanadium dioxide phase transition: achieving broadband absorption and efficient polarization conversion.

Applied optics·2026
Same journal

High-Q-factor electromagnetically induced transparency utilizing quasi-bound states in the continuum in an all-dielectric terahertz metasurface.

Applied optics·2026
Same journal

Automated stitching interferometry for high-precision metrology of X-ray mirrors.

Applied optics·2026
Same journal

Experimental demonstration of an approach to designing a metal-dielectric DBR resonant cavity structure.

Applied optics·2026
Same journal

High-precision wavefront reconstruction from a single-shot interferogram using a physics-driven hybrid feature calibration network.

Applied optics·2026
Same journal

Ultra-high-Q Fano resonance based on coupled topological corner states in Kagome photonic crystals.

Applied optics·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jun 6, 2026

Transmission of Multiple Signals through an Optical Fiber Using Wavefront Shaping
09:43

Transmission of Multiple Signals through an Optical Fiber Using Wavefront Shaping

Published on: March 20, 2017

Power distribution in two-dimensional optical network channels.

D X Wang, M A Karim

    Applied Optics
    |November 19, 2010
    PubMed
    Summary
    This summary is machine-generated.

    This study analyzes power distribution in 2D optical networks. It identifies the maximum channel capacity based on optical detector limits, crucial for neural network and wavelet transform applications.

    More Related Videos

    Quasi-light Storage for Optical Data Packets
    07:45

    Quasi-light Storage for Optical Data Packets

    Published on: February 6, 2014

    A Photonic System for Generating Unconditional Polarization-Entangled Photons Based on Multiple Quantum Interference
    07:56

    A Photonic System for Generating Unconditional Polarization-Entangled Photons Based on Multiple Quantum Interference

    Published on: September 5, 2019

    Related Experiment Videos

    Last Updated: Jun 6, 2026

    Transmission of Multiple Signals through an Optical Fiber Using Wavefront Shaping
    09:43

    Transmission of Multiple Signals through an Optical Fiber Using Wavefront Shaping

    Published on: March 20, 2017

    Quasi-light Storage for Optical Data Packets
    07:45

    Quasi-light Storage for Optical Data Packets

    Published on: February 6, 2014

    A Photonic System for Generating Unconditional Polarization-Entangled Photons Based on Multiple Quantum Interference
    07:56

    A Photonic System for Generating Unconditional Polarization-Entangled Photons Based on Multiple Quantum Interference

    Published on: September 5, 2019

    Area of Science:

    • Optoelectronics
    • Optical Networking
    • Signal Processing

    Background:

    • Optical networks are fundamental to modern communication infrastructure.
    • Understanding power distribution is key to optimizing channel capacity.
    • Specific applications like neural networks and wavelet transforms have unique channel requirements.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze the power distribution within two-dimensional optical network channels.
    • To determine the maximum number of allowable channels based on optical detector characteristics.
    • To provide insights relevant to neural network and wavelet transform applications.

    Main Methods:

    • Analysis of power distribution models in 2D optical channels.
    • Characterization of optical detector limitations.
    • Simulation or experimental validation of channel capacity.

    Main Results:

    • Identification of power distribution patterns in 2D optical channels.
    • Quantification of the maximum allowable channel count.
    • Correlation between detector properties and channel limits.

    Conclusions:

    • The study provides a method for determining optical channel capacity.
    • Findings are directly applicable to optimizing systems using neural networks and wavelet transforms.
    • Efficient power distribution is critical for maximizing channel usage in optical networks.