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Superconducting Power Grid Launches In New York

Posted by Soulskill on from the so-i-rewired-it dept.

EmagGeek writes "IEEE is running a story about a new superconducting power grid that was energized in April in New York State. The lines operate at 138kV and are cooled to 65-75K to maintain superconductivity. These lines are run underground and can carry 150 times more electricity than copper lines of the same cross section. The project is funded with taxpayer dollars through the Department of Energy." A related story at MarketWatch indicates that this is part of a large-scale effort to upgrade aging infrastructure.

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  1. Cancer risk? by tomkee · · Score: 0, Troll

    If high tension wires can cause cancer or other problems, what about superconducting cables that transmit 150 times as much power?

  2. Dream target for muslims by Werrismys · · Score: 0, Troll

    A centralized solar array would be in the ballpark of an orbital elevator as a terrorist target.

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