rinnakkaisvirtajärjestelyn

Rinnakkaisvirtajärjestely, or parallel circuit in English, is an electrical circuit configuration where components are connected across each other, meaning the current splits and flows through multiple paths simultaneously. In a parallel circuit, each component receives the same voltage from the power source. The total current flowing into the circuit is the sum of the currents flowing through each individual branch. If one component in a parallel circuit fails or is removed, the other components will continue to function because the circuit remains complete through the alternative paths. This characteristic makes parallel circuits widely used in household electrical wiring, allowing different appliances to operate independently. The resistance in a parallel circuit is always less than the resistance of the smallest individual resistor. The calculation of total resistance involves taking the reciprocal of the sum of the reciprocals of individual resistances. This arrangement is crucial for distributing electrical power efficiently and ensuring the reliability of electrical systems.