How Power Blackouts Work

Exploring the protective systems that keep the power grid from self destructing.
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We usually think of the power grid in terms of its visible parts: power plants, high-voltage lines, and substations. But, much of the complexity of power grid comes in how we protect it when things go wrong. When your power goes out, it’s easy to be frustrated at the inconvenience, but consider also being thankful that it probably means things are working as designed to protect the grid as a whole and ensure a speedy and cost-effective repair to the fault.

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Writing/Editing/Production: Grady Hillhouse
Director: Wesley Crump

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