Serienverbindung

Serienverbindung, also known as series connection, is a fundamental concept in electrical engineering describing how components are connected in an electrical circuit. In a series connection, components are arranged end-to-end, forming a single, continuous path for electric current to flow. This means the current must pass through each component sequentially before returning to the power source.

When components are connected in series, the total resistance of the circuit is the sum of the individual resistances of each component. If one component in a series circuit fails or is removed, the entire circuit is broken, and current stops flowing. Similarly, the voltage from the power source is divided among the components in a series connection. The voltage drop across each component is proportional to its resistance. This type of connection is often used when higher voltages are required, as the voltage from multiple sources can be added together. Examples include old-style Christmas lights where if one bulb burned out, the whole string would go dark. Understanding series connections is crucial for analyzing circuit behavior and designing electrical systems.