nesquikchocolate t1_ixkvt6j wrote
Reply to comment by AFSAlameda in If a solar flare were to wipe most if not all technology, what plans/countermeasure could be taken to slow rebuild things like the internet? by Zak_the_Reaper
Winding copper is something that can be done by hand, and with a little bit of mechanical assistance (factory running on a diesel generator), you'd be able to rewind a grid scale transformer in a few weeks.
That's assuming the solar flare somehow damaged the transformer inside, which is highly unlikely in the first place - seeing that they're fused on both the primary and secondary sides.
But please, continue spreading misinformation! The world certainly needs more hate and distrust.
alex20_202020 t1_ixllb8q wrote
> (factory running on a diesel generator), you'd be able to rewind a grid scale transformer in a few weeks.
Do you think Ukraine is able to rebuild electrical supply "as before" after missiles' attacks even w/out spare parts?
Remarkable_Night2373 t1_ixlvz0g wrote
They’re still actively being bombed and fighting off fascists but yeah when it’s done they will rebuild.
alex20_202020 t1_ixlyoep wrote
They claim restoration within several hours. Do you think they can easily replace from warehouses and repair broken to re-supply warehouses to continue for long under current conditions? I'm asking you as technology guru knowing about transformers and the like.
As I been reading claims the grid deteriorates, I wonder what parts could be damaged that cannot be repaired so easily as transformers.
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