Yes, there is no reason why you can not have a utility receptacle mounted to your panel. The most common method is to use a 1/2 inch offset nipple connected to an 1110 pressed utility box.
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No, an outlet box cannot be mounted directly to an electrical panel. Electrical panels have specific requirements for clearance and access, and mounting an outlet box to it would violate those safety guidelines. It is recommended to install outlets separately on the wall near the panel if needed.
yes the device must be grounded per NEC code. if the juncrion box is metal you must also sufficiently ground the box using a ground screw or clip. the ground box should be uninterrupted if the device is removed. (the device screws mounted to the box is not a suitable grounding means.
The term "fuse box" is typically written as two words when referring to an electrical panel that contains fuses.
Circuit breakers are typically located in a centralized electrical panel, which is commonly found in basements, utility rooms, or garages of homes and buildings. The panel is usually a metal box with a hinged door that can be opened to access the circuit breakers inside.
It depends on your local building code.
The main items required for an electrical panel include the panel box itself, fuses, and wiring. The wires are fed into the box and attached to a series of circuit breakers to allow electricity to be directed as needed.