Thevenin Equivalent Circuit

A Thevenin equivalent circuit is a simplified way to represent a complex electrical circuit from the perspective of two points. It reduces the circuit to a single voltage source (Thevenin voltage) in series with a single resistance (Thevenin resistance). This model makes analyzing how the circuit interacts with other components easier, especially when studying how it supplies power or affects connected devices. Essentially, it captures the essential electrical behavior of a complex network with just two components, allowing for easier calculations and understanding without changing the circuit’s overall function.