University of Bath researchers convert PC network to DC power

March 24, 2011 by admin
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Moving PC networks to DC power

Moving PC networks to DC power

Researchers at the University of Bath have converted a network of PCs to DC power, taking them off the power grid to cut noise and save money and power. The move, the first time this has been done in the UK, also allows the network to be powered directly by micro-power systems such as wind turbines

DC Power: Not Just for the Energizer Bunny Anymore (crackerboy.us)
Evaluating the Opportunity for DC Power (datacenterknowledge.com)
Linear DC Power Supply (candidate23.wordpress.com)

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