[AMPS] 25Hz generation

[nospam4me@juno.com]

Hi Peter, 
- 
You pretty much hit the nail on the head about the 
25Hz AC found in the Eastern US. It was a convenient 
motor / generator, unit pole - speed number that 
worked out well.  
- 
Very early power generation in the US still dealt with 
political issues and egos.  Not many saw the benefits 
of AC at higher frequencies until much later.  
-
Niagra Mohawk started their Niagra Falls located 
generation at 25Hz, later revamped up to 60Hz.  Lamp 
flicker was a major motivation for the increase in 
frequency. 
- 
cheers
skipp

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