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Flexible Solar Panels Head Into Space

Flexible Solar Panels Head Into Space

Lightweight and flexible solar panels have the potential to power a range of small and large future spacecraft.


Introduction to TLVR Structured Transformer-Based Voltage Regulators

Introduction to TLVR Structured Transformer-Based Voltage Regulators

This article introduces transformer-based voltage regulators with a trans-inductor voltage regulator structure designed to respond extremely…


Neutralizing Carbon Emissions With Recycled Batteries

Neutralizing Carbon Emissions With Recycled Batteries

A multinational research team in China unveils a carbon dioxide electrolysis system achieving unprecedented operational durability.


tech insights Mar 18, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Blocking Bolts: Blade Coating Steps Up Lightning Protection

Blocking Bolts: Blade Coating Steps Up Lightning Protection

Arctura signs a technological license agreement with Mankiewicz to introduce lightning protection coating for wind turbines.


tech insights Mar 18, 2024 by Jake Hertz
From Plant Startups to Advanced Reactors, Nuclear Heats Up

From Plant Startups to Advanced Reactors, Nuclear Heats Up

From power plant expansions to legislation incentivizing advanced reactor development, the nuclear industry has seen plenty of major developments.


News Mar 18, 2024 by Shannon Cuthrell
Designing Onboard Chargers for High Performance and Power Density

Designing Onboard Chargers for High Performance and Power Density

How fast an EV charges is at the heart of EV adoption. Here's how the onboard charger plays a pivotal role.


TDK Expands Power Rating for DIN-Mounted Supplies by 50%

TDK Expands Power Rating for DIN-Mounted Supplies by 50%

TDK has added three-phase input, DIN-mounted AC-DC supplies that increase the DRB series' output power rating to nearly 1 kW for industrial…


new products Mar 17, 2024 by Mike Falter
Infineon Leverages Coreless Transformer Design in Solid-State Isolators

Infineon Leverages Coreless Transformer Design in Solid-State Isolators

The family of solid-state isolators uses coreless transformer technology to ramp up switching speeds while lowering power dissipation by up to 70%.


new products Mar 16, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Fluke Introduces Enhanced Tools for EV Charging, Solar Testing

Fluke Introduces Enhanced Tools for EV Charging, Solar Testing

Fluke has launched its line of electrical instruments for EVs and renewable energy technology. What problems do the new products solve?


new products Mar 16, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Tesla Unveils Powerwall 3 With Remarkable Peak Power Boost

Tesla Unveils Powerwall 3 With Remarkable Peak Power Boost

Tesla opens Powerwall 3 orders, revealing a peak power of 30 kW.


News Mar 15, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Problem Solved? Solid Electrolyte Balances Enhanced Performance With Safety

Problem Solved? Solid Electrolyte Balances Enhanced Performance With Safety

The University of Liverpool reveals a groundbreaking solid-electrolyte material that conducts lithium ions at speeds matching liquid electrolytes.


tech insights Mar 15, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Profile: NREL’s Genevieve Starke Talks Wind Models, Role Models

Profile: NREL’s Genevieve Starke Talks Wind Models, Role Models

Genevieve Stark plans the future of wind energy as a research engineer with the National Renewable Energy Laboratory. Recently, she told EEPower…


Nanostructures on Solar Cells Boost Power Conversion Efficiency

Nanostructures on Solar Cells Boost Power Conversion Efficiency

Researchers suggest building spherical nanoshells on solar cells can boost their conversion efficiency by up to 66%.


Georgia Plant To Produce Solar Panel Glass from Recycled Parts

Georgia Plant To Produce Solar Panel Glass from Recycled Parts

A solar panel recycling company plans to construct a $344 million factory in Georgia to manufacture solar panel glass.


News Mar 14, 2024 by Jake Hertz
In the Dark: Limited DER Data Causes Grid Ops Challenges

In the Dark: Limited DER Data Causes Grid Ops Challenges

Behind-the-meter distributed energy resources like home electric vehicle chargers and solar panels offer opportunities for boosting grid…


Controller HIL Testing for GaN and SiC Converters

Controller HIL Testing for GaN and SiC Converters

The high switching frequencies of converters with GaN and SiC components pose a challenge for real-time simulators used for hardware-in-the-loop…


Geothermal Heat Pumps Smooth Grid Operations

Geothermal Heat Pumps Smooth Grid Operations

Oak Ridge National Laboratory’s technical analysis spotlights the practical grid impacts of geothermal heat pumps. Mass deployment can electrify…


Yokogawa’s Wind Farm Solution: Driving Japan’s Offshore Energy Evolution

Yokogawa’s Wind Farm Solution: Driving Japan’s Offshore Energy Evolution

Yokogawa's cutting-edge approach to wind farm monitoring and management is the realization of a decarbonized society.


News Mar 13, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Protecting Grid Resilience as Electric Vehicles Surge

Protecting Grid Resilience as Electric Vehicles Surge

How will the power grid handle the rapid increase in electric vehicles? A North American Electric Reliability Corporation report outlines the need…


A Software-Configurable SiC MOSFET Gate Driving Approach

A Software-Configurable SiC MOSFET Gate Driving Approach

Wide bandgap SiC technology plays a key role in the electrification of everything and will soon tackle other major challenges, such as overhauling…