While standard receptacles typically use three wires -- hot, neutral and ground -- you'll occasionally find 2-prong outlets in older homes. Since this type of outlet lacks a ground connection, the ...

CR's experts help you select the best type and size of generator to keep the electricity flowing, whether you have occasional or frequent power outagesTo determine the best generator size for ...

A mucus plug protects the cervix from bacteria during pregnancy. Losing a mucus plug can indicate the start of labor. Contact your doctor if you lose your mucus plug before 37 weeks. A mucus plug is a ...

Don’t worry, it’s not just you. Everyone dropped their first, or likely fortieth, F-bomb when their dad had them hold the spark plug while he hit the kickstarter on their dirt bike. While it might ...

Don't wait for a black out or emergency to roll around before grabbing a portable power station or solar generator. The deals also include portable chargers for smaller devices. By Stan Horaczek ...

Solar is no longer just a way to trim your utility bill; for many homeowners it is a serious contender to keep the lights on ...

Consumer Reports’ annual reliability survey has found that new electric vehicles (EVs) have fewer problems today than in the past. But EVs and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) are still likely to have more ...

Shares of fuel cell technology Plug Power (NASDAQ:PLUG) jumped 7% in the morning session after the company announced it began its first-ever contract with NASA to supply liquid hydrogen. The agreement ...

What’s more, if you buy a new induction cooktop or range, you may be eligible for financial incentives created by the Inflation Reduction Act. While there are many benefits to cooking with induction, ...

This is a library for the Si5351 series of clock generator ICs from Silicon Labs for the Arduino development environment. It will allow you to control the Si5351 with an Arduino, and without depending ...