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Analog Devices Releases Regulators for Noise-sensitive Applications

Analog Devices Releases Regulators for Noise-sensitive Applications

Semiconductor giant Analog Devices recently released an ultra-low noise dual output μModule regulator for high-speed data converters, RF devices,…


Penn State Gets $4.5M for Turbine Efficiency Testing

Penn State Gets $4.5M for Turbine Efficiency Testing

The Department of Energy extends new funding to Pennsylvania State for research to boost turbine efficiency for electricity generation and aviation.


News Mar 29, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Beware of These Electric Vehicle Charging Challenges

Beware of These Electric Vehicle Charging Challenges

The batteries and charging systems associated with electric vehicles play a crucial role in determining the efficiency and cost of these vehicles.…


Maryland Research Reactor to Restart After Safety Pause

Maryland Research Reactor to Restart After Safety Pause

The National Institute of Standards and Technology will restart its research reactor in Maryland after the facility shut down in 2021 over a safety…


News Mar 28, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Irène Joliot-Curie: Pioneer in Radiochemistry

Irène Joliot-Curie: Pioneer in Radiochemistry

Irène Joliot-Curie was the second woman to receive the Noble Prize in Chemistry. Her work with radioactive isotopes profoundly impacted the…


Understanding Electric Vehicle Charging Technology

Understanding Electric Vehicle Charging Technology

The electric vehicle market's adoption is aided by the development of charging infrastructure. This article provides an overview of the…


Survey: Business Concerns Increase as Energy Prices Rise

Survey: Business Concerns Increase as Energy Prices Rise

ABB Electrification has published a 2023 report detailing the findings of their Energy Insights Survey. Of 2,300 global business leaders surveyed,…


Grid Resilience in the Eye of the Storm

Grid Resilience in the Eye of the Storm

Increasingly severe weather events cause concern for an aging grid infrastructure.


Maximizing Thermal Performance With Thermal Paste

Maximizing Thermal Performance With Thermal Paste

This article explores the importance of thermal paste in high-power electronics, including its conductivity and ability to enhance durability and…


Nevada Lithium Mine Moves Ahead After Legal Challenge

Nevada Lithium Mine Moves Ahead After Legal Challenge

A mining project with the United States’ largest known lithium deposit recently commenced construction after a federal judge blocked a legal…


News Mar 26, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Qnovo Lands Battery Management System Integration With NXP

Qnovo Lands Battery Management System Integration With NXP

NXP Semiconductor will add Qnovo’s optimization software to its battery management system and onboard charging hardware. 


News Mar 25, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
A Green Future for Nuclear?

A Green Future for Nuclear?

​​​​​​​With the transition away from fossil fuels, nuclear power could emerge as a low-carbon power source. 


Purdue Examines Next-gen Solid-state Battery Concept

Purdue Examines Next-gen Solid-state Battery Concept

Researchers are working to adapt low-cost organic cathode materials and solid-state polymer electrolytes to create a safer next-generation battery…


Power Integrations Adds 900V ICs for EV, Industrial Applications

Power Integrations Adds 900V ICs for EV, Industrial Applications

At APEC this week, Power Integrations announced a new line of 900-volt GaN ICs. 


Zinc-based Batteries: A Better Alternative to Li-ion?

Zinc-based Batteries: A Better Alternative to Li-ion?

Lithium-ion batteries may be the go-to for electronic devices and electric vehicles, but their reactivity and environmental hazards have scientists…


Sodium-aluminum Battery Heats Up Grid Storage

Sodium-aluminum Battery Heats Up Grid Storage

A new design of a molten sodium battery could find large-scale grid storage applications.


Are Carmakers Building the Wrong EVs?

Are Carmakers Building the Wrong EVs?

Are automakers worldwide gearing up to build the wrong electric vehicles? 


Empower Semiconductor Starts IVR Production

Empower Semiconductor Starts IVR Production

Empower Semiconductor recently launched volume production on its latest generation of Integrated Voltage Regulators for data centers and other…


Mitigating Smart Meter Security Risk: A Privacy-preserving Approach

Mitigating Smart Meter Security Risk: A Privacy-preserving Approach

This article provides techniques to safeguard against security threats and maintain the privacy of smart metering systems.


Redwood Materials Recycles 500K Pounds of EV Batteries

Redwood Materials Recycles 500K Pounds of EV Batteries

Nevada-based battery recycling company Redwood Materials recently disclosed the results of its pilot program in California. 


News Mar 22, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell