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No, you don't need superconductors. HVDC works fine, and minimises transmission losses to an acceptable level for long distance transfer of power.
by ggm 2y ago
No, you don't need superconductors. HVDC works fine, and minimises transmission losses to an acceptable level for long distance transfer of power.
- justinclift 2y agoFor reference: HVDC transmission losses are quoted at 3.5% per 1,000 km (620 mi), about 50% less than AC (6.7%) lines at the same voltage. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/High-voltage_direct_current#Comparison_with_AC https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/High-voltage_direct_current#Co...