Ionization smoke alarms use a battery and two metal plates, called electrodes, to create an electrical circuit. Ions are tiny, electrically charged particles that flow through the circuit and ...

Fire alarm systems are located in each of CWRU’s buildings. Many of these systems go unnoticed day in and day out. However, in times of emergency they are critical. Smoke/heat detectors detect ...

Laboratory Technical Project Manager Gianmarco Chumbe has been part of the CNET Home team since 2018. He is in charge of developing and carrying out testing procedures for a wide variety of home ...

Smoke alarms such as the Nest Protect are designed to pick up both types of fires. Even if you don't have a fire in your home, you can be suffocated by carbon monoxide. A good detector should also ...