YouTuber Throaty Mumbo has transformed a modern toaster into a device controlled via a Windows 98 interface while still making real toast.

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A rechargeable battery based on technology pioneered by Thomas Edison may finally get its due. But while the famous inventor envisioned nickel-iron batteries powering the automobile industry over a ...

In summer, attics can be up to 20 degrees hotter than the outside temperature. If you have an overly hot attic, here are some solutions you should consider.

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This camper is built out of an ATC Raven cargo trailer and can even house three people while equipped to live off-grid; the trailer sells for around $10K ...

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Older houses do not just creak more when life gets hectic, they absorb stress differently at a structural level. Age changes ...

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From fire pits to solar-powered string lights, discover the best ways to brighten your outdoor spaces without hardwiring ...

Discover how to create a simple solar energy harvester at home using basic household items and electronic components. This ...

When the sun goes down, solar panels stop working. This is the fundamental hurdle of renewable energy: how to save the sun's power for a rainy day—or a cold night. Chemists at UC Santa Barbara have ...