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#2363: Embedded Systems: From Breadboards to Pacemakers

How do tiny computers power everything from hobbyist projects to life-saving medical implants? The engineering constraints are worlds apart.

hardware-engineeringelectronicsindustrial-automation

#2256: One Charger to Rule Them All? Almost.

Drowning in chargers? We break down the specs for a single, powerful desktop charging station that can handle laptops, phones, and more—and where t...

electronicshardware-engineeringpower-supply-units

#1978: The Coffee Mug That Screams at Satellites

From 98% false alarms to pinpoint rescue: how a tiny plastic device saves lives across oceans and mountains.

satellite-operationsemergency-preparednesselectronics

#787: The Liquid Realm: Pro Adhesives for Computer Hardware

Stop ruining your hardware with cheap superglue. Discover the professional liquid adhesives and precision tools needed for tech repairs.

material-sciencehardware-engineeringelectronicshardware-reliabilityprecision-engineering

#566: DIY Cables: From Ethernet Mastery to USB-C Dangers

Is DIY cable making the ultimate tech flex or a recipe for disaster? Corn and Herman break down the physics of home networking.

diynetworkinghome-labelectronicshardware-reliability

#137: The Ghost in the Machine: Why Gadgets Wake Up After Blackouts

Why does a power flicker turn on your lights but not your TV? Herman and Corn explain the engineering behind post-outage device behavior.

power-outageelectronicsdevice-behaviorfirmwaremicrocontrollers

#43: Your Tech's Silent Killer: Decoding Power Quality

Unseen forces silently erode your tech. Discover how subtle power issues are killing your electronics and what you can do about it.

power-qualityelectrical-surgesvoltage-fluctuationsupspower-conditioning