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How Stuff Works: How the Power Distribution Grid Works

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Photographic tour explains all of the equipment that brings the power to your home.

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Title: Howstuffworks "How Power Grids Work"
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Last week's massive power failure illustrated a major problem inherent in the standard electricity distribution system. Learn all about the technology at the heart of this story.

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