In addition to the hazards posed by the numerous volcanoes that resulted in the ‘Ring of Fire’ appellation, communities situated around the Pacific Rim also have to contend with earthquakes, tsunami, storms, cyclones/typhoons, flood and bushfire. Why is the Ring … Continue reading →

In the nonsynchronous buck converter, the inductor current flows in only one direction. With the synchronous buck converter, current is allowed to flow in both directions, and power is dissipated when reverse current flows. What is a synchronous buck converter? … Continue reading →

Trickle chargers definitely work for marine batteries because they don’t generate excess heat. During a standard charge, the battery heats up. How long does it take to charge a marine battery with a trickle charger? It usually takes around 4-6 … Continue reading →

For household batteries, this “acid” is actually alkaline – thanks to the potassium hydroxide chemical make-up. For lead batteries, sulfuric acid is the dangerous residue, which requires a different type of clean-up. Do alkaline batteries use acid? Inexpensive household batteries … Continue reading →

Napa leather typically comes from the skin of different animals such as calves, lambs, and kid goats. These animals usually have a more soft and flexible hide. Likewise, so does its finish product. For additional information, Nappa leather is not … Continue reading →

Tesla updates made-in-China Model Y with slightly longer range, but significantly slower acceleration. Tesla has updated the base version of its made-in-China Model Y – giving it a little more range, but also making it significantly slower to accelerate. Where … Continue reading →

Tesla said its Shanghai factory bought 86 percent of outsourced Model 3 and Model Y components within China in the fourth quarter of 2020, compared with 73 percent for Tesla cars made in its California factory. Where are Tesla parts … Continue reading →

When an alkaline dry cell battery is ingested, it may result in: Severe burning and associated pain in the mouth, throat, and food-pipe. Unable to speak or breathe properly due to swollen throat; drooling from the mouth. Vomiting and diarrhea. … Continue reading →

Can you jumpstart a lithium battery with an AGM or lead battery? Yes, you can. Can you jumpstart a lithium battery with a lead acid battery? Different types of lithium batteries and lead-acid batteries are not recommended for use together, … Continue reading →

For example, your doctor may give you sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) to raise the pH of your blood. This can be done either by mouth or in an intravenous (IV) drip. The treatment for other types of acidosis can involve … Continue reading →

Equivalent watts and volts for various current ratings Power Voltage Current 10 Watts 10 Volts 1 Amps 10 Watts 5 Volts 2 Amps 10 Watts 3.333 Volts 3 Amps 10 Watts 2.5 Volts 4 Amps How much is 10w of … Continue reading →

The Repair Mode last approximately 4 hours then it should go to Standby Mode. If the battery is not completely charged prior to Repair Mode beginning then the charger will enter a Normal charge. How long does battery repair mode … Continue reading →

Wellbutrin is an antidepressant and it can help people stop smoking. Is bupropion an antipsychotic? Bupropion is an antidepressant, which has recently been promoted for the treatment of bipolar depression, because of its lower potency to induced switch. However, due … Continue reading →

Adding white vinegar to diluted household bleach greatly increases the disinfecting power of the solution, making it strong enough to kill even bacterial spores. Does water make bleach stronger? Is it true that hot water renders bleach ineffective? “This is … Continue reading →

Although partial-discharge cycles can number in the thousands, keeping the battery in a fully charged state also shortens battery life. Full discharge cycles (down to 2.5 V or 3 V, depending on chemistry) should be avoided if possible. How low … Continue reading →