The smart grid is the next evolution of the electricity grid with the convergence of electric power, telecommunications infrastructure and information technology. The ultimate goal is to allow ...

APDs (avalanche photodiodes) or APDs, are common components in laser-based fiber-optic systems for converting optical data into electrical form. The bias voltage and current measurement requirements ...

Makers, developers, and hobbyists looking for a way to measure both voltage and current simultaneously may be interested in a new Arduino project published on the official Arduino blog. This project ...

My wish list for highly-integrated measurement instruments includes impedance or RLC meters. These instruments are especially interesting because they allow for so many different design alternatives ...

Berkeley Lab researchers have developed a peel-and-stick electricity meter which allows individual circuits in the home and industry to be accurately monitored. It is an alternative to current ...

There are many cases where a power supply needs an internal current-limiter function, usually built using a current sensor, a control circuit, and a pass transistor. The current sensor itself can be a ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Technology journalist specializing in audio, computing and Apple Macs. Plugable is one of those fascinating companies that make ...

The package of "Satechi Type-C Power Meter" looks something like this. When opening the box, there was a body of Satechi Type - C Power Meter in the transparent blister. Having this in my hand, it ...

Adafruit has this week announced the availability of a new Mini Power Meter complete with Voltage, Current, Watt’s mAh and mWh display, which is capable of supporting a wide variety of different ...

Fortunately, if you’ve ever needed to test the voltage on your USB-C devices, there is a tool for you. There are quite a few USB-C voltage meters on the market, including one from one of my favourite ...