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288 Why Do Power Lines Have Metal Springs? Here's What They're For

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SlashGear · 04/08/2025 12:15 EDT

Why Do Power Lines Have Metal Springs? Here's What They're For

Power lines are an essential part of everyday infrastructure that supply electricity to the world around us, but what's the purpose of their metal springs?

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