[Milsurplus] DC vs AC for power distribution

[J. Forster]

IMO, the major benefit of DC HV transmission is the issue of synchronizing
the grid. With DC, it is not an issue. With AC it is a nightmare.

-John

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> The problem being encountered with ultra high voltage transmission lines
> these days is insulation (and air) breakdown at voltage peaks.  Since DC
> doesn't have them, it is preferred over AC for maximum capacity lines.
>
> 73,
> George
> W5VPQ
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