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Model Analyzes Droop-Controlled DC Microgrid Stability

Model Analyzes Droop-Controlled DC Microgrid Stability

Researchers attempt to understand the dynamic behavior of grid-connected and off-grid DC microgrids to enhance their overall reliability.


tech insights Mar 26, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Introduction to Electric Vehicle Battery Systems

Introduction to Electric Vehicle Battery Systems

Electric vehicle design is a complex concept. Here's a look at the heart of every EV: the battery.


Can Wood Byproducts Prevent Graphite Shortages in Li-ion Batteries?

Can Wood Byproducts Prevent Graphite Shortages in Li-ion Batteries?

Electric vehicles are critical to the collective shift toward cleaner and greener forms of transportation, but the graphite-based components of…


News Mar 25, 2024 by John Nieman
GM Previews Hydrogen Fuel Cell Truck, Infrastructure for Fleets

GM Previews Hydrogen Fuel Cell Truck, Infrastructure for Fleets

General Motors enters the next stage of its federally-funded hydrogen fuel cell pilot, targeting medium-duty trucks.


News Mar 25, 2024 by Shannon Cuthrell
Could Cylindrical Batteries Become Standard for All EVs?

Could Cylindrical Batteries Become Standard for All EVs?

A growing number of companies are coming on board with 4680 high-capacity lithium-ion cells. 


So You Wanna Work With EVs? Here’s What You Need to Know

So You Wanna Work With EVs? Here’s What You Need to Know

Certified electric vehicle service equipment technicians are just one role at the forefront of improving EV charging and are crucial to the ongoing…


Novosense Releases Higher-Performance Op Amps for Automotive

Novosense Releases Higher-Performance Op Amps for Automotive

The devices meet the AEC-Q100 Grade 1 standard and boast improvements in offset, drift, and power supply rejection ratio.


new products Mar 24, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Power Solutions from Cosel and P-Duke Hit the Market

Power Solutions from Cosel and P-Duke Hit the Market

Both companies have released improved power solutions in recent months.


new products Mar 23, 2024 by Jake Hertz
ROHM, Vishay, SemiQ Release Power Semiconductors

ROHM, Vishay, SemiQ Release Power Semiconductors

ROHM’s 100 V Schottky Barrier Diode uses a trench MOS structure to lower reverse recovery times, while Vishay and SemiQ release IGBT and silicon…


new products Mar 23, 2024 by Mike Falter
GE Vernova Pivots to Smaller Wind Turbines

GE Vernova Pivots to Smaller Wind Turbines

Facing economic headwinds, GE Vernova has introduced a “workhorse” strategy targeting smaller wind turbines with higher profit potential.


News Mar 22, 2024 by Shannon Cuthrell
Great River Energy Uses ‘Magic Balls’ To Improve Power Line Capacity

Great River Energy Uses ‘Magic Balls’ To Improve Power Line Capacity

A collaboration with Heimdall Power has significantly improved Great River Energy’s power line capacity.


News Mar 22, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Exclusive: Wolfspeed’s Lauren Kegley on Next-Gen EVs, Women in EE

Exclusive: Wolfspeed’s Lauren Kegley on Next-Gen EVs, Women in EE

Electrical engineer Lauren Kegley helps design the next generation of electric vehicles and hopes to inspire other women to advance their careers…


Generative AI Powers Chatbot for Grid Data

Generative AI Powers Chatbot for Grid Data

Inspired by the popular generative AI model ChatGPT, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory developed a tool to retrieve power grid data and return…


New Software Helps Utilities Adapt to Rapid DER Adoption

New Software Helps Utilities Adapt to Rapid DER Adoption

Siemens recently released two software programs to help utilities model the impact of distributed energy resources on their networks.


News Mar 21, 2024 by Shannon Cuthrell
Deep Learning AI Targets Renewable Voltage Instability

Deep Learning AI Targets Renewable Voltage Instability

European researchers introduce an AI-enabled control strategy to make distribution systems more adaptive to voltage fluctuations from renewables. 


Pulsed Inductance Measurement on Low-inductance, High-Current SMD Inductors

Pulsed Inductance Measurement on Low-inductance, High-Current SMD Inductors

PCB-mounted SMD and THD inductors are often specified. These measurement voltages are superimposed on a direct current to characterize the…


Laser-Patterned Electrodes Boost Fast-Charging Performance

Laser-Patterned Electrodes Boost Fast-Charging Performance

Researchers enhance higher battery capacity and charging speeds by using high-precision laser ablation to adjust electrode microstructures in a…


Hopping Battery Ions Show ‘Memory’ When Laser Zapped

Hopping Battery Ions Show ‘Memory’ When Laser Zapped

A study exploring ionic conduction persistence through nonlinear optics reveals ions display “memory” when hopping through solid electrolytes.


tech insights Mar 20, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Exploration of Innovative Lithium-Ion Conductor Redefines Battery Sustainability

Exploration of Innovative Lithium-Ion Conductor Redefines Battery Sustainability

The University of Liverpool develops a novel solid electrolyte capable of overtaking liquid electrolytes in performance and safety.


tech insights Mar 20, 2024 by Jake Hertz
App Advantages of Intelligent IGBT Gate Drivers in 3300Vac Mine Inverters

App Advantages of Intelligent IGBT Gate Drivers in 3300Vac Mine Inverters

In recent years, the coal mining industry has re-entered a period of rapid development, and the demand for the core equipment for coal mining, 3300…