Quality factor of resonator

If the resonator is an oscillatory circuit, that quality factor will depend on the resistance, inductance, and angular oscillation frequency.

quality_factor

quality_factor of the resonator.

Symbol:

Q

Latex:

\(Q\)

Dimension:

dimensionless

resistance

electrical_resistance of the oscillating circuit.

Symbol:

R

Latex:

\(R\)

Dimension:

impedance

inductance

inductance of the oscillating circuit.

Symbol:

L

Latex:

\(L\)

Dimension:

inductance

angular_frequency

angular_frequency of the current.

Symbol:

w

Latex:

\(\omega\)

Dimension:

angle/time

law

Q = R / (w * L)

Latex:
\[Q = \frac{R}{\omega L}\]