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It is safer and isolated easier , but it needs to be boosted along its route .

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Q: Why is the London underground powered with DC?
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Which type of motor suitable for the drive of an electrical powered vehicle?

dc series motor


What DC Voltage would be need to power a universal motor that is powered by 230 V AC?

The conversion from one DC voltage to another requires electronic circuitry.


Will a car DC inverter kill your battery?

Anything left plugged in and powered up can drain the battery.


Why you use DC Supply in Human machine interface?

This is not generally true. For example, the light switch in your home is a human machine interface and it uses AC. What you may be referring to is that many electronic devices are internally powered by DC because that is what semiconductors typically use for power. Hence, a device like a computer keyboard is powered by DC. Also batteries produce DC so they tend to power devices that are portable, like your phone.


Minimum cable size for 12v dc?

It depends on the current requirement. Specify an application or describe what is being powered by the 12 V to get an answer.

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When was London Underground created?

London Underground was created in 1863.


How do you be a London underground train driver?

Apply to London Underground Ltd.


The London underground is shorter than the Paris underground?

The London Underground is the largest in Europe and the oldest in the world.


Where did people in London sleep for safety?

In London Underground (tube) stations.


Why did London Underground give the East London Line to London Overground?

The London Underground did give the East London line to the London Overground to ease its traffic.


What is the name of network of tubes for traveling London?

The London Underground. Travel For London (TFL) is responsible for the London Underground and the other transport networks in London.


What is another name for London underground and was it founded?

London Underground is known by Londoners as 'the tube'.


What are london buses powered by?

Most London buses are powered by an internal combustion engine fueled by diesel.


What's the difference between the track layout of London Underground and London Overground?

The track difference of the track layout of the London Underground and London Overground is whereas one is underground the other is over the ground.


Are lava lamps battery powered?

They can be, but most will be powered by a mains AC to DC transformer.


Is the air quality worse in London traffic or on the underground?

Traffic. London Underground runs on electricity.


What medication list is banned on the London Underground?

What are the banned list of medication for London Underground employees