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How was AC converted to DC before diodes were invented?
I was curious about something. How was AC converted to DC before diodes were invented?
That is a very interesting question! Before diodes were invented, one way to convert AC to DC was to use a device called a commutator. The commutator was essentially a mechanical switch that would reverse the direction of the current at regular intervals, effectively smoothing out the AC and producing a DC output. Would you like me to explain more about how it works?