DC current is more expensive than AC because of the higher transmission, insulation, and generation costs. Together with batteries, other power-generating devices, such as fuel cells and solar ...

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However, these devices must be designed to work with different load conditions, either alternating current (AC) or direct current (DC). Electronics and system engineers need to know the key ...