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Michael A. Terrell

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I think as soon as Edison's body was cold they should have made it 240, yes center tapped like it is, but made all the outlets and appliances 240 all the time. they also should have changed the frequency to 400 Hz. (CPS LOL) Or better yet, maybe 360 or something to make it easier to make electric clocks. Synchronous motors would be a little more complex but think of all the speeds you could have.

You are already too drunk to make sense. There were a lot of 25 Hz
power plants for rialroads, mines and other places that required low
speeds and very high starting torque. Also, 400 hz would reduce the size
of a power grid segments, before the losses become excessive. This would
require a lot more HV AC to DC and DC to AC conversion for distribution
between grid segments. That also lowers the overall grid efficiency,
which will raise your electric bill. This is why no one asked your
opinion of our power distribution systems.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amtrak%27s_25_Hz_traction_power_system

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