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thegeekgroup.org - Circuit breakers are one of those things that keep our modern way of life from suddenly bursting into flames now and then. Today we explore a larger one, and experience its rugged design and just how it protects people and buildings from electrical surge.
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11:40 en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Solenoid
11:59 en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Circuit_breaker#Types_of_circuit_breakers
20:08 en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transformer
26:20 learn.sparkfun.com/tutorials/voltage-current-resistance-and-ohms-law
30:27 en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cathode_ray_tube
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thegeekgroup.org - Circuit breakers are one of those things that keep our modern way of life from suddenly bursting into flames now and then. Today we explore a larger one, and experience its rugged design and just how it protects people and buildings from electrical surge.
Like our videos? Consider supporting them through Patreon! patreon.com/thegeekgroup
Video Links:
11:40 en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Solenoid
11:59 en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Circuit_breaker#Types_of_circuit_breakers
20:08 en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transformer
26:20 learn.sparkfun.com/tutorials/voltage-current-resistance-and-ohms-law
30:27 en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cathode_ray_tube
Music by Soundtakt.
Subscribe for more equipment autopsies, explosions, science videos and general geek related awesomeness.
Based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, The Geek Group provides access to science, technology, engineering and math by developing programming and facilities for individuals and institutions to learn, explore, innovate and play at an independent pace according to their needs. The Geek Group has many thousands of members scattered across the globe, in every state in the US and one hundred and forty-two countries. Come help us build Awesome!
