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It's possible to build shielded (up to a certain point of course) electronics and power grids, it's just a lot of work and money. Ideally, all new devices, grid
by xvilka 3y ago
It's possible to build shielded (up to a certain point of course) electronics and power grids, it's just a lot of work and money. Ideally, all new devices, grid lines, transformers should be made with at least some level of protection from those events. In a few decades world will not be a sitting duck anymore if follow this strategy.
- Cthulhu_ 3y agoThe power grid does have protections already - surge protectors, breakers, redunancy, etc. There's many possible sources for power surges. There's protections in place, contingency plans, 24/7 on-call fast response staff, spares, etc. Of course, that's all contingent on budgeting, which is why it's important that governments invest and keep investing in infrastructure.
- djmips 3y agoI have a surge suppresor in the 15 year old power bar that feeds my computer so I'm set.