electronics

What Does a Thermistor Do in a refrigerator? (You Didn’t EXPECT This!)

A thermistor is a thermally sensitive resistor. It comes in different shapes and types, and it’s very common in many applications around us. [ez-toc] What does a thermistor do, exactly? How to choose the best thermistor for your needs? Where’s it used? And what are the different types of thermistors out there? This post answers […]

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The difference between electrical and electronics: IMPORTANT distinction

You might wonder what the difference is between electrical and electronics. Both terms sound quite similar. Electrical mainly focuses on using electricity to do mechanical work (such as pumping up water). Electronics change data or signals (for example, in a computer chip in the water pump). As electrical devices get smarter, more electronics such as

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