A simple way to optimise rechargeable batteries
26 July, 2016Swiss researchers have developed a simple and cost-effective procedure for enhancing the performance of conventional Li-ion rechargeable batteries — and all it required was changing the battery's anode structure.
Vitamin-powered batteries store intermittent power
22 July, 2016We all know B vitamins are good for an energy boost, but, inspired by vitamin B2, Harvard researchers have discovered a new way to store energy: they've found a whole new class of high-performing organic molecules that enable large batteries to store electricity from energy sources like solar and wind power that can be intermittent.
World's tiniest wind farm: bacteria could create power sources for microscopic devices
13 July, 2016How's this for a new source of power? Scientists have shown that the movement of bacteria could be harnessed to create microscopic 'wind farms' to power tiny devices.
Schneider Electric Easergy electrical distribution network automation range
10 July, 2016 | Supplied by: Schneider ElectricSchneider Electric has announced the launch of Easergy, its range of products that includes solutions for electrical protection, control, monitoring and automation.
Tektronix PA3000 multiphase power analyser
08 July, 2016 | Supplied by: Vicom Australia Pty LtdThe PA3000 is a 1- to 4-channel AC/DC power analyser optimised for testing single- and multiphase high-efficiency AC/DC and DC/AC power supply designs. The multichannel power analyser features 10 mW standby power measurement capabilities and 1 MHz bandwidth.
Scientists harness flower power for more efficient solar cells
04 July, 2016Using nature as inspiration, researchers have developed solar cells with improved light harvesting. By reproducing rose petal epidermal cells and then integrating the transparent replicas into an organic solar cell, scientists achieved a relative efficiency gain of 12%.
SEMIKRON SEMITRANS 20 medium-voltage power module
02 July, 2016 | Supplied by: Semikron DanfossThe SEMITRANS 20, from SEMIKRON, overcomes the limits of conventional medium-voltage module concepts and provides a design approach for inverters in applications such as transportation, industrial drives and grid infrastructure.
Mornsun PV15/PV40-29Bxx series DC/DC converters for PV systems
02 July, 2016 | Supplied by: DLPC Pty LtdThe PV15/PV40-29Bxx series 15 and 40 W DC/DC converters provide 200–1500 VDC input voltage and high isolation voltage of 4000 VAC. Input voltage from 200 to 1500 VDC allows for longer strings to be used in the PV system.
RECOM RP20-FR series 20 W DC/DC converter
01 July, 2016 | Supplied by: RECOM Power GmbHRECOM's isolated 20 W DC/DC converter, the RP20-FR series, is specially designed for railway applications. It is also a suitable choice for industrial and telecommunication applications.
Vicor DCM DC-DC converters
30 June, 2016 | Supplied by: Vicor CorporationVicor has released four additional DC-DC converters that are deployed in the rugged, chassis-mountable versions of its DCM family of isolated, regulated DC-DC converters.
Charge and battery control sensors and solutions
23 June, 2016 by Jon Gabay | Supplied by: Digi-Key ElectronicsThis article looks at embedded sensors as part of an integrated solution for optimising and protecting battery-based designs. Both stand-alone and peripheral topologies will be discussed using specific parts as examples.
Discovery optimises electron transfer in solar fuel devices
22 June, 2016Researchers have discovered a way to optimise the transfer of electrons in solar fuel devices, a finding that could have a big impact on devices that convert sunlight into electricity and fuel.
Invisible electronic anti-theft systems pose threat to pacemaker users
15 June, 2016Electronic systems such as those used in retail shops to prevent theft pose a significant threat to people with pacemakers and other cardiac devices, a senior medical scientist has said.
Salt baths boost electric car batteries
14 June, 2016Australian scientists have demonstrated that pretreating a battery's lithium metal electrodes with an electrolyte salt solution extends the battery life and increases performance and safety.
Magellan Power Solar Smoother Horizon Power Class 1, 2 and 3
03 June, 2016 | Supplied by: Magellan PowerUsing battery power, Magellan Power's Solar Smoother enables a smooth transition between PV power and the grid, allowing the grid time to respond to a reduction in solar generation. Featuring smart industrial design, the unit is easy to install and complies with Horizon Power generation management requirements.
