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The safe extension-cord setup that overheats faster than people think

The extension-cord arrangement that feels tidy and “under control” in your living room or home office is often the one that ...
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If you’re running a generator, this is the extension-cord mistake that starts trouble fast

When the power goes out and a portable generator roars to life, the weak link in your setup is often not the machine, but the ...
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Philips Hue Festavia Globe Outdoor String Lights review

Philips Hue’s Festavia Globe Outdoor String Lights take the charm of the original Festavia range and dress it in a far more ...

The Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus is $1,200 off at Amazon — save big on a solution to your next power outage

SAVE $1,200: The Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus portable power station is on sale at Amazon for $1,599, down from the list price ...
IEEE

Measures to Minimize Series Faults in Electrical Cords and Extension Cords

Abstract: In electrical power systems, cords and extension cords are exposed to mechanical damage and other insulation stresses. Mechanical damage to stranded conductors can reduce locally their cross ...