Safe Torque Off is the most commonly used safe-motion function, as it is considered the safest form of stopping through complete power removal from the motion system.

LEGO’s Power Functions elements mostly consist of DC motors and the hardware to be driven by those motors like gears and wheels. They also include battery packs, usually a bunch of AA cells in a ...

Fortunately, it’s easy to change the power button’s function, which can be programmed to make the laptop sleep, shut down, or hibernate. Here’s how Vista users can make the change: ...

General Motors decision to enable all its electric cars and trucks to power homes in an emergency shows how automakers are marketing vehicles to be more practical.