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Tesla Megapacks to Power One of World’s Largest Energy Storage Facilities

Tesla Megapacks to Power One of World’s Largest Energy Storage Facilities

Developers of a 250 MW energy storage project in Canada tapped Tesla as the battery supplier for one of the largest sites of its kind worldwide. 


News Feb 24, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
The Ins and Outs of Compressed Air Energy Storage 

The Ins and Outs of Compressed Air Energy Storage 

California has partnered with a Canadian company to store excess renewable energy using compressed air in underground caverns.


Managing Thermals: Breaking Through Power-density Barriers

Managing Thermals: Breaking Through Power-density Barriers

The number of semiconductors in nearly every application is multiplying. Many of the design challenges facing electronics engineers all tie back to…


Best in Class: Class 4 Power Benefits and Applications

Best in Class: Class 4 Power Benefits and Applications

Learn more about the Class 4 power capabilities and how this new circuitry can enable innovative technologies.


Eugene M. DeLoatch: Black Engineering Leader

Eugene M. DeLoatch: Black Engineering Leader

Eugene DeLoatch became an engineer when there was not a lot of diversity in engineering. He went on to shape and lead the most successful black…


Intelligent Power Management in the World of Vision Systems

Intelligent Power Management in the World of Vision Systems

Vision systems are now incorporated into a variety of products. Processing the video signal is typically performed by a dedicated IC requiring…


Sweden Discovers Largest Rare Earth Element Deposit in Europe

Sweden Discovers Largest Rare Earth Element Deposit in Europe

​​​​​​​The recent discovery of Europe's largest deposit of rare earth elements could help move electrification forward. 


Stellantis Finally Joins the EV Ranks

Stellantis Finally Joins the EV Ranks

The giant automaker, home to brands like Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Fiat, and Peugeot, finally moves ahead with its electrification plans. 


National Electrical Code 2023 Basics: Grounding and Bonding Part 10

National Electrical Code 2023 Basics: Grounding and Bonding Part 10

Learn the grounding and bonding rules for impedance-grounded systems.


All-in-one PCU Handles Inverter-charger Functions of Off-road and Industrial EVs

All-in-one PCU Handles Inverter-charger Functions of Off-road and Industrial EVs

The BCV200-700-8 power conversion unit from Bel-Fuse provides 15 kW of bi-directional power for inverter-charger functions in industrial, marine,…


new products Feb 21, 2023 by Mike Falter
US Moves Toward Grid Resiliency, Clean Energy Economy

US Moves Toward Grid Resiliency, Clean Energy Economy

The U.S. government makes strides with investments in domestic battery material processing and component production, clean energy technology…


News Feb 21, 2023 by Stephanie Leonida
Designing Switch-mode Power Supply Board Layouts

Designing Switch-mode Power Supply Board Layouts

This article explains the basis for achieving an optimized board layout, a critical aspect in the design of switch-mode power supplies.


ABB EMS Driving EV Formula E Racing

ABB EMS Driving EV Formula E Racing

The worldwide electric racing series uses ABB energy management software to help reduce carbon emissions from the racing series and beyond. 


Columbus’ First Microgrid Begins Operation

Columbus’ First Microgrid Begins Operation

A solar-powered microgrid provided by Eaton recently came online to provide backup water services in Ohio’s state capital. 


News Feb 20, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
National Electrical Code 2023 Basics: Grounding and Bonding Part 9

National Electrical Code 2023 Basics: Grounding and Bonding Part 9

Learn the grounding and bonding rules for portable, trailer-mounted, vehicle-mounted, and permanently installed generators.


Mitsubishi, AES Aim to Spur Consumer Adoption of EVs

Mitsubishi, AES Aim to Spur Consumer Adoption of EVs

Mitsubishi and AES Corporation have announced a $7 million Series A investment in Motor to expand the start-up’s new electric vehicle…


News Feb 19, 2023 by Mike Falter
Researchers Develop Novel Nanogenerator to Convert Wave Energy Into Electricity

Researchers Develop Novel Nanogenerator to Convert Wave Energy Into Electricity

Researchers at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory recently developed a cylindrical powerhouse to transform low-frequency wave energy into a…


Applications of Grid-connected Battery Energy Storage Systems

Applications of Grid-connected Battery Energy Storage Systems

Grid operators, distributed generator plant owners, energy retailers, and consumers may receive various services from grid-connected battery energy…


Researchers Explore ‘SolarEV City’ Systems in Indonesia

Researchers Explore ‘SolarEV City’ Systems in Indonesia

A new techno-economic analysis from Japanese researchers backs the concept of pairing rooftop PV systems and EV batteries to meet electricity…


Self-taught Battery Inventor: Stanford Ovshinsky

Self-taught Battery Inventor: Stanford Ovshinsky

This amazing self-taught inventor was instrumental in developing batteries for hybrid and all-electric vehicles, consumer electronics, and…