High thermal stability and high cryostability are among the benefits of a type of these devices called VIPER. Time domain refractometry belongs to a class of methods which diagnose faults in these devices. A type of these devices that meets military standards is named 10603. A type of these devices called XPLE made of cross-linked polyethylene plastics are resistant to softening and shrinking when heated. A type of these devices that mitigate the (*) skin effect is named for the German word “Litz.” The ends of these devices are sometimes clips that are named for their resemblance to alligators’ mouths. Copper and aluminum conductors are common ductile metals used to make these devices. For 10 points, identify these elongated devices that are used for electrical installations. ■END■
ANSWER: electrical cables [or electrical wires; or electrical cords; or transmission lines; accept telegraph wires]
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