With just an Arduino board, a DHT11 sensor, and an I2C LCD, you can create a simple yet effective weather station at home. This beginner-friendly project displays real-time temperature and humidity ...

The ESP8266 microcontroller is a favorite among makers for creating affordable, Wi-Fi-enabled sensor projects. Pairing it with a DHT22 temperature and humidity sensor is one of the easiest ways to get ...

You’re probably not going to hang out around Chernobyl any time soon. Still, knowing the conditions there can both satisfy ...

Many HVAC systems in North America operate off 24V systems, which can be readily upgraded with off-the-shelf  smart ...

A very cool (also warm!) property of the base-emitter junction of (most) small signal BJTs is the ΔVbe temperature-sensing ...

Humidity usually kills static electricity – but not in every case. In dry air, ...

Looking for an alarm system to make you feel more secure? We've tested all the top professional and DIY home security systems to help you decide which is right to protect your family and property.

Thanks to smart security systems, it's easier and more affordable than ever to monitor your home from pretty much anywhere. At PCMag, we have been reviewing smart home security solutions for nearly 20 ...

Abstract: Electronic skin (e-skin) that can perceive thermal and tactile stimulus with high resolution enables intelligent robots a realistic haptic sensation. These e-skins usually achieve spatial ...