#electrical-engineering
21 episodes
#2576: Where Does City Power Go Underground?
How cities bury high-voltage cables with centimeter precision and why some still keep wires overhead.
#2568: When Does Your House Need Three-Phase Power?
Why industrial machines need different electricity — and when your home AI rig might too.
#2564: The Engineering Inside Your Toaster
Nichrome wire, bimetallic strips, and the chemistry of browning — how a $15 appliance packs serious engineering.
#2270: How Your Laptop Charger Conquered the World
The heavy travel transformer is extinct, thanks to a clever engineering revolution inside every power brick. We explain the tech and which devices ...
#2269: Ungrounded: The Hidden Danger in Your Israeli Socket
Why does your imported vacuum feel dangerous? We trace the fault path from a Europlug to a potential shock, explaining which appliances need ground...
#2268: The Universal Power Cord's Quiet Masterpiece
A deep dive into the humble IEC power cable—the C13 and C14 connectors. We explore the history, physics, and surprising engineering that makes this...
#2252: Why Lithium-Ion Won (And What's Next)
How the physics of lithium made it the king of batteries, and the engineering breakthroughs—from silicon anodes to solid-state cells—that are pushi...
#1937: The Science of Battery Health and Charging
The "memory effect" is dead. Here's why charging to 80% is the new rule for phone and EV battery longevity.
#1935: The Charger Graveyard: How to Avoid Buying a Fire Hazard
Stop plugging in mystery chargers! Learn how to spot safe, smart chargers that won't fry your batteries—or your house.
#1875: Why TOSLINK Beats USB for Noisy Mini PCs
Is optical really better than USB? We break down the noise, jitter, and bandwidth trade-offs in your home audio setup.
#1873: Your Gadgets Are Screaming at Each Other
Every electronic device is broadcasting invisible noise. Here’s how engineers build cages to keep the chaos from crashing your gadgets.
#1243: How to Hack a Smart Home for the Sabbath
How do you navigate a smart home when you can't flip a switch? Explore the engineering behind making modern technology Shabbat-compliant.
#783: Beyond the Plug: Mastering Monitor Connection Standards
Stop struggling with monitor buttons. Learn how HDMI, DisplayPort, and USB-C handle software syncing and complex multi-screen setups.
#726: Rain, Dust, and Volts: The Truth About Waterproof Tech
Don’t let marketing buzzwords ruin your gear. Learn what IP ratings actually mean and how to protect your outdoor electronics from the elements.
#708: The Deadly Lack of Standardization in Power Cables
Discover why mixing power cables can fry your PC and how a lack of industry standards creates a massive environmental and safety crisis.
#648: The Mystery of the Wet Wall: How Moisture Meters Work
Why does a bone-dry wall read 100% moisture? Herman and Corn demystify the physics of pinless meters and how to spot "ghost" leaks.
#508: Israel's Solar Revolution: Can the Sun Power the Future?
Israel led the world in solar water heaters, but why is it lagging in electricity? Herman and Corn explore the future of the Israeli grid.
#456: The Invisible Safety Net: The Science of Grounding
Why does your wall outlet have three prongs? Discover the hidden physics of electrical grounding and how buildings stay safe from power surges.
#454: Breaking the 16-Amp Ceiling: Israeli Electrical Secrets
Tired of the power tripping when you make toast? Herman and Corn explain the "16-amp ceiling" and how to modernize Israeli apartment wiring.
#450: Powering Your AI Lab: The Physics of Electrical Safety
Learn how to safely power high-performance AI rigs without overloading your home's circuits or creating fire hazards.
#405: The Heart of the Machine: Why Your PSU Matters
Is your power supply killing your PC? Herman and Corn dive into the hidden world of PSUs, efficiency ratings, and server reliability.