bipoles

A bipole is a two-terminal electrical component or circuit. These terminals serve as the points where an external circuit connects to the bipole. The behavior of a bipole is defined by the relationship between the voltage across its terminals and the current flowing through it. This relationship can be linear, as in a resistor, or nonlinear, as in a diode. Examples of bipoles include resistors, capacitors, inductors, batteries, and lamps. The concept of a bipole is fundamental in electrical circuit analysis, allowing for the simplification and understanding of complex networks by treating groups of components as single entities with defined terminal characteristics. The direction of current and voltage polarity are crucial when analyzing bipole behavior. A passive bipole is one that does not generate power, while an active bipole can deliver power to the external circuit. The analysis of circuits often involves combining multiple bipoles to form more intricate systems.