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Well, hypothetically: unplug everything on that side of the planet right before it hits, especially the main power lines.
by computer 13y ago
Well, hypothetically: unplug everything on that side of the planet right before it hits, especially the main power lines.
- BrandonMarc 13y agoI like how damn near every article can have a related XKCD comic ... https://xkcd.com/509/ https://xkcd.com/509/
- deletes 13y agoA common misconception. Ha, try finding that one...
- ars 13y agoEven simpler - you add grounding to the transformers. Basically a large surge protector. The CME induces large currents in long wires, so you ground those and dissipate the energy. It's not even very expensive.
- jmpe 13y agoStudies have shown that the most effective measure is to switch everything on, dropping the termination impedance, whilst taking production partly offline. I have a couple of links at the office, currently at home.