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Oct
16
2023

Maximizing Solar Potential: Harnessing the Power of PVWATTS Solar Calculator

PVWatts is a free solar calculator developed by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL).

Oct
14
2023

What is an MC4 Solar Connector

The MC4 solar connector is a single contact electrical connector commonly used to connect solar panels.

Oct
12
2023

Convert nF to μF (Nanofarad to Microfarad)

The nanofarad (nF) is a unit of capacitance and is part of the International System of Units (SI).

Oct
10
2023

What Is the Symbol for Microfarads on a Multimeter

A multimeter is a magneto-electric instrument with a rectifier that can measure a variety of electrical parameters such as AC and DC current, voltage and resistance.

Oct
9
2023

Getting Started: Motor and motor controllers

Motors are the most basic part of electromechanical systems, as well as the foundation of robotics. The applications vary from simple systems such as vibration motors in mobile phones to complex systems such as robots on production lines.

Aug
9
2023

Challenges and Advantages of Microgrids in Modern Power Systems [Part 2]

The article discusses the challenges associated with the adoption of renewable energy sources in microgrids, including reliability and security issues, and also elaborates on power electronics-related challenges.

Jul
24
2023

What are Field programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs)

FPGA or Field-Programmable Gate Array can be defined as integrated circuits semiconductors that are designed to be flexible and programmable by users to fit defined or specialized functions.

Jul
3
2023

Arduino Simple Clock with Alarm on a 4-digit 7-segment display

Clocks, alarms and time gadgets are the most common devices that you will find in any typical household, dorm, apartment, workstation and any room you might walk into.

May
22
2023

Simple Room Temperature Controller with Arduino

Households and workplaces have become some of the most common places to spend most of our day. Regardless of the size or space available, it is imperative that these spaces be made as comfortable as possible to have a suitable environment. The key to indoor comfort is to keep the space at a constant temperature.

May
18
2023

Automatic Light Control System with Arduino LDR Sensor

Most places around cities, towns, highways and even estates are lit during dark hours or at night in most regions of the country. Manual control of these lights can prove to be difficult and at times inconvenient. One of the solutions that are most commonly used is timers, however, this approach can be quite limited in some time zones where the length of day varies throughout the year. Thus, a more prudent solution is needed.

May
9
2023

ARM VS x86 architecture

The ARM and x86 are the two major competitors that are currently hogging the market, with each having a dominating function. The ARM processors are preferred for mobile devices whilst the x86 are used in laptops computers and servers. Each has its strengths and weaknesses.

Apr
28
2023

Electric Cars vs Hybrid Cars

When shopping for an eco-friendly, low or zero-emission car, there is a possibility that you are stuck wondering which option is better and which one you should choose. Both types of cars offer improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions, but there are some key differences between them. In this article, we will discuss the difference between hybrid vehicles and all-electric vehicles and the one to choose.

Blog
26/05/2022

What Drives Autonomous Vehicles?

The autonomous vehicle (AV) industry continues to evolve across many aspects: technologies, use cases, safety standards, safety legislation, and many others.

Blog
21/09/2023

How to Test an AC Capacitor with a Multimeter

In our practical life and work, the vast majority of electrical equipment or household appliances, are using alternating current (AC), the power supply department grid to provide alternating current.

Blog
14/07/2021

What is a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter?

A ground fault circuit interrupter(GFCI) is an electrical device installed to protect against severe electric shocks. It can also reduce electrocutions, minimize electrical burns and shock injuries, and detect ground faults, and interrupts the flow of electric current.

Blog
20/09/2019

What is SMA RF Connector

The SMA connector is an effective sub-miniature RF and microwave connector that has a screw fixing to provide reliable connectivity.

Blog
15/06/2021

Graphics Card Explained: Classification, Working and Structure

A Graphics card (Video card, Display card, Video adapter) is one of the basic components of personal computers. It converts the display information required by the computer system to drive the display, which is an important component that connects the monitor and the PC motherboard, and is one of the important equipment of "human-machine". Its built-in parallel computing capability is also used for deep learning and other operations.

Blog
29/02/2024

DC Voltage: What is It & DC VS AC Symbols

Dc voltage refers to the voltage in which the direction of current remains constant in time.

Blog
15/05/2024

RG6 VS RG59: Exploring the Distinctions

Coaxial cable refers to a cable with two concentric conductors, and the conductor and the shield share the same axis.

Blog
24/06/2021

Comprehensive Explanation of Capacitors

Along with the electronic information technology change rapidly, digital electronic product updates faster and faster, with the flat-panel TV (LCD and PDP) products, notebook computer, digital cameras and other consumer electronic products production and sales continued to grow, driven by growth in the capacitor industry.

Blog
11/06/2021

What is Universal Serial Bus (USB)?

Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a serial bus standard and a technical specification for input and output interfaces. It is widely used in information communication devices.

Blog
20/12/2023

How to Test Ignition Coil with Multimeter

An ignition coil is a critical component in the operation of an engine, providing power for the ignition process to ignite the compressed fuel mixture.