> You do need constant, reliable power, as even a brief interruption makes a huge mess when the aluminum/slag freezes in the processor
On the other hand: it has a gigantic thermal mass. Combine this with the energy requires to melt it, and you end up with molten aluminium being trucked over our highways [0]. A brief interruption isn't a big deal when it takes ages to solidify.
On the other hand: it has a gigantic thermal mass. Combine this with the energy requires to melt it, and you end up with molten aluminium being trucked over our highways [0]. A brief interruption isn't a big deal when it takes ages to solidify.
[0]: https://old.reddit.com/r/pics/comments/3h6r2e/this_truck_car...