villamoshálózatról

A villamoshálózat, commonly referred to as the electric grid, is a complex network that supplies electricity from power plants to consumers. It comprises three main components: generation, transmission, and distribution. Generation involves power plants, which can be fueled by fossil fuels, nuclear energy, or renewable sources like solar and wind, converting primary energy into electrical energy. This generated electricity is then stepped up to very high voltages by transformers for efficient long-distance transport.

The transmission system consists of high-voltage power lines and substations that carry electricity across vast distances from the generation sites to populated areas. This high-voltage transmission minimizes energy loss during transport. Once the electricity reaches its destination, the distribution system takes over. This part of the grid lowers the voltage through substations and then delivers it through lower-voltage power lines to homes, businesses, and industries. Transformers located on utility poles or in underground vaults further reduce the voltage to the levels required for everyday use, typically 120/240 volts in residential areas. The entire system is monitored and controlled to ensure a stable and reliable supply of electricity, balancing the fluctuating demand with the available generation.