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power supply

American  

noun

  1. a device that provides power to electric machines, generators, etc.


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Berg said that we are “closing in on peak AI costs” and “peak constraints” for the production of chips and power supply associated with the AI buildout.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 18, 2026

By blocking a protein known as Ant2, they were able to change how these cells produce and use energy, essentially rewiring their internal power supply.

From Science Daily • Apr. 14, 2026

Al-Khazali said he was worried about disruptions to the power supply in the scorching summer months because Iraq, despite its oil reserves, depends partly on imported natural gas to keep power plants running.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

China’s centralized planning and abundant power supply could accelerate its AI development.

From Barron's • Jan. 27, 2026

There's no need to have a continuous power supply.

From "The Martian" by Andy Weir

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