Why Do We Use AC Power Instead of DC for Homes?
“Why Do We Use AC Power Instead of DC for Homes?” "Welcome to this presentation on why we use AC power instead of DC in our homes. In the next few minutes, we’ll explore the advantages of alternating current and understand why it became the global standard. Introduction "Electricity can be supplied as either direct current, or DC, and alternating current, or AC. While both have their uses, AC became the preferred choice for household power because it is more practical, efficient, and safer to distribute." Easier Transmission Over Long Distances "One of the biggest advantages of AC is that its voltage can be easily increased or decreased using transformers. High-voltage transmission reduces current, which means less energy is lost as heat. This makes AC the most efficient way to carry electricity over long distances from power plants to homes." Simpler and Cost-Effective Infrastructure "AC power systems are more economical to build and maintai...