alt.energy.renewable

Trygve Lillefosse wrote:
> On Thu, 9 Aug 2007 17:28:57 -0400, "daestrom"
> wrote:
>> "Trygve Lillefosse" wrote in message
>
>>> In an off grid system, you may need a system to handle surplus energy.
>>> One possible solution is an outdoor resistance-heater that "burns off"
>>> the electricity that is not needed.
>> Stop excess electricity NOW! I've discovered a way to stop all your excess
>> electricity problems. I've decided to call it, 'a switch'. For more
>> information....
>> /
>
> Hah.
>
> You do not fool me, with a switch there will be a buildup of
> electricty. Resulting in high pressure and eventualy the wire will
> burst - spilling electrons all over the floor.

Reminds me of the story about the old lady who insisted on having outlet
plugs on every socket not in use so the electricity wouldn't leak out.
I'm sure the many versions of the story I've heard are all urban
legends, but it wouldn't surprise me if somebody somewhere has actually
done something like it....