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3.7
Nodal versus Mesh Analysis (1)
To select the
method that results in the smaller number of equations. For example:
1.Choose nodal analysis for circuit with fewer
nodes than meshes.
*Choose mesh
analysis for circuit with fewer meshes than nodes.
*Networks that contain
many series connected elements, voltage sources, or supermeshes are more suitable for
mesh analysis.
*Networks with
parallel-connected elements, current sources, or supernodes are more suitable for nodal analysis.
2.If node voltages are required, it may be
expedient to apply nodal analysis. If branch or mesh currents
are required, it may be better to use mesh analysis.