September's Gadget master project features Italian designer Flavio Dellepiane and his design for power sockets that can be switched automatically by an embedded Control Socket. Put yourself back in ...

Some might say that electricity was mankind's best invention — it powers most of the things around us, after all. But whatever you need most at any given time also turns into an invaluable tool -- and ...

It's easy to plug too many devices into too few sockets, particularly when using extension leads and USB ports. Here's how to plug in devices and charge phones and laptops safely Overloading your plug ...

Learn how to make an electric extension board step-by-step using basic components like a power cord, sockets, a plug top, and a switch. This DIY guide shows how to wire everything safely for home or ...

Socket wrenches are a real need-to-have for both DIY and professional toolkits. Without a decent set, working with nuts and bolts is a whole lot more challenging (not to mention labor-intensive).

HSIO Technologies and Ironwood Electronics have announced technology licensing and operations agreements between the two companies to support the semiconductor test socket marketplace HSIO ...

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