Introduction We get power supply from different sources. It could be a generator, the national grid, or solar power. Whichever the option, sometimes due to issues, the power supply is cut and you are left with a power outage. That is why many people often invest in having two sources of power. How do you […]

Introduction PLCs or programmable logic controllers are specialized computers designed to automate and control industrial processes and machinery. They were introduced to replace the relay-based systems. Expect to come across a PLC in industrial applications such as petroleum, assembly lines, and power plants. Many businesses use this specialized computer to automate many operations and improve efficiency. […]

Introduction Lighting ballasts are quite common than you might think. The reason you probably do not know more about them is because they are part of the internal parts of a lighting system. Today, we want to go deep into understanding what lighting ballasts are and how they can be essential for your lighting systems. […]

Whether in a home or office setup, sensitive electronics are in place. The worst that can happen is if they are exposed to overcurrent due to an overload or short circuit. Sometimes, this could damage the devices. Devices such as an MCB (miniature circuit breaker) are needed to protect them. Are you interested in protecting your […]

Introduction Whether you are working on a simple or complex woodwork project, the chances of using a screwdriver are very high. Also, screwdrivers can be used in many other projects besides woodwork. So long as you need to insert or remove a screw from a workpiece, you will need a screwdriver. As such, a screwdriver is a […]

Introduction We are always interacting with devices that use electricity. For example, when you have a smartphone, you had to charge it using electricity before using it. How about lighting your house? That is electricity as well. It begs the question, what is electricity? Electricity is a form of energy produced when electrons move through […]

Introduction Servomechanisms or servos refer to different types of machines you might have already interacted with. You can expect to find such machines in robotics, vehicles, electronics, and industrial applications. Basically, servos are motor-driven systems that feature a feedback mechanism built into them. The feedback mechanism allows for precise control of the machine to achieve […]

Introduction How often do you use Google Maps to find directions to your favorite restaurant? Besides finding the best restaurants, you may use GPS in other ways without knowing how it works. It is amazing how GPS has become so important in our lives, and we rely on it to get many things done. If […]