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Wouldn’t it be crazy if we could get electricity from our bloodstream?  I mean, say your phone loses power and you have no way to charge it. Imagine being able to rely on your own body to supply that power. Well, scientists are currently working to make this a reality. Find out how getting electricity from our bloodstream could be a viable option in the near future. The Research Behind Harnessing Electricity from Our Bloodstream The research that is happening to enable getting electricity from our bloodstream to become a reality is taking place at Fudan University in China. They

Utility Testing and Geographic Information Systems (UT/GIS) has recently released H2Volt, the first standardized contact voltage safety testing program for pools, marinas, and other public water features. The H2Volt is a routine maintenance program with multiple testing procedures to ensure that these water features adhere to the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Guide, IEEE-1695™. The first step, which labeled as the “dry side” test, will inspect all the equipment, devices and accessories that do not have a direct contact with water. The second step, which they call “wet side” testing, will check all the things that have direct

Eaton recalls 30A and 60A safety switches that are commonly used for heavy commercial, utility and industrial applications. These were manufactured between November 19, 2018 to January 23, 2018, which were sold in US and Canada. Affected cataog numbers included in the safety bulletin: According to the bulletin Eaton released, these safety switches can supply power even when the handle is in the “off” position. The error could potentially result in serious injuries or death. Eaton has clarified that as of July 2, 2018, there were no reports that these safety switches have caused injuries. The company’s distributors in the

The Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) and International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA) has signed a 2-year contract last July 21, 2018, that seals their formal alliance agreement to prevent life-causing threats brought by the workplace accidents. They have both agreed to various goals, which include the improvement of awareness by providing pieces of training and programs to construction workers and supervisors to ensure that they will do the necessary precautions through proper selection, use, and maintenance of personal protective equipment (PPE). The websites of the two agencies will also be updated to provide the necessary links that will help

This year, the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) released the NEMA LSD 79-2018 Predicted Energy Savings from Lighting Systems, a new whitepaper that provides a systematic framework on how various lighting systems can help commercial properties estimate their electricity consumption based on different recommendations Based on the whitepaper, the author mentioned in the Purpose how a consumer can assess the efficacy of a lighting control system based on the savings that one can acquire from it. “While the potential to save energy short term is very clear, a method is necessary to estimate the long-term average savings that can be

Your electrical appliances account for over 30% of the charges that appear on your electric bill. If you are looking to cut down on these expenses, you may want to consider purchasing energy-efficient appliances for your home. These can include refrigerators, water heaters, air conditioners, dishwashers, washing machines, and more. Find out more about these appliances and why is it a good idea to have them installed in your home. How Do Energy-Efficient Appliances Work? Energy-efficient appliances not only help you save money on your electric bill, they also conserve energy and prevent environment damages. They work by maximizing the

If you work in the electrical industry, you are likely to hear many workplace electrical terms on a daily basis. In order to function in your line of work, it is necessary to become familiar with these terms. Workplace Electrical Terms for Circuits These are some basic workplace electrical terms that come up often when referring to electrical circuits. AC (Alternating Current): This type of current will alternate its direction many times a second at regular intervals. DC (Direct Current): Current will flow in only one direction. Feeder: These are circuit conductors between the service equipment, the source of a

An electrical symbol chart may be useful in electrical engineering and other aspects of the professional electrical field. It is defined as a pictogram used to represent various electrical and electronic devices. They can be used in a schematic diagram of an electrical or electronic circuit. If you are in a line of work where these can be necessary applications, you may want to get familiar with it. Here are some basic electrical symbols and their meanings. Basic Electrical Symbol Chart Here are some of the more basic electrical symbols you will find on a chart. See below for definitions.

An electrode is defined as a point where current enters and leaves an electrolyte. When current leaves an electrode, it is known as a cathode, and when it enters it is known as an anode. Electrodes transport electrons to one half cell to another producing an electrical charge. The charge is measured with the standard electrode system (SHE) with a reference potential of 0 volts which serves as a medium for any cell potential calculation. Electrons are vital components of electrochemical cells. The Mechanics of an Electrode An electrode is a metal and its surface serves as the location where