Do these cheap car de-icing gadgets actually work? My verdict after testing one in the winter cold

The most recent scammy gadget that came across my workbench was an "advanced electromagnetic antifreeze snow removal device." A relative of a friend of mine bought the device, wondered why it didn't ...
Hot Rod

How Accurate Are Wideband O2 Sensors? A Real-World Lambda Comparison Test

We tested popular wideband O₂ controllers against lab-grade equipment to see how accurate their lambda readings really are under real engine conditions.

These unassuming devices promised to lower my electricity bills - only this one was legit

Scam "power saving" devices are rampant online. These devices plug into an outlet and promise to "improve the use of energy," "extend the life of electrical equipment," and even "avoid illegal ...
IEEE

A Fingertip Sensor for Wire Retention Force Test of Electrical Connector Using Pressure Control on Textured Elastic Friction Pair

Abstract: Wire retention force is an important indicator for evaluating the reliability of wire insertion in electrical connectors. Current approaches to measure this force are mainly relied on spring ...
IEEE

Design of a Generic Fault Diagnosis Model for Electrical Distribution Networks Using a Support Vector Machine (SVM) Algorithm

Abstract: This article presents the design and implementation of a generic model for fault diagnosis in electrical distribution networks, based on the Support Vector Machine (SVM) algorithm. The ...