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Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption is the fuel used by generators or other equipment at a given load and runtime. It matters for backup duration, emissions, refueling logistics, testing cost, and emergency operations.

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GPU cluster

GPU cluster is a group of graphics processing units connected for AI, machine learning, or high-performance computing workloads. Cluster scale affects rack density, network topology, latency, cooling, and power ramp requirements.

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Voltage class

Voltage class groups electric service or transmission assets by nominal voltage ranges, such as medium voltage, high voltage, or extra-high voltage. Voltage class affects equipment, easements, clearances, permitting, cost, and the likely utility process.

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Step-down transformer

A step-down transformer reduces voltage from a higher utility or distribution level to a lower facility voltage. Data center projects may use multiple transformation stages from transmission or sub-transmission down to medium-voltage and low-voltage distribution.

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