An abandoned palace once owned by a pioneering battery inventor has stood forgotten for nearly two centuries. Behind its decaying walls lie traces of wealth, ambition, and early scientific progress.

Hey all Ars EEs, got a question.<BR><BR>As I understand it, residential electricity was pioneered by Edison, and made viable by Westinghouse here in the US. I could be wrong, but that's why I'm asking ...

Electricity's story is one of curiosity and innovation. Ancient Greeks noted static electricity. Baghdad Battery hints at early energy use. Gilbert named 'electricus'. Franklin linked lightning to ...