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TMR vs. Shunt Sensors

TMR vs. Shunt Sensors

There was a time when shunt solutions were considered the safe choice in sensor technology. Let's take a look at how things have changed.


Board-mounted DC-DC Converter Lowers Costs, Extends Power Rating for Package Size

Board-mounted DC-DC Converter Lowers Costs, Extends Power Rating for Package Size

The 30W isolated DC-DC converter from Traco Power is designed for easy integration into mobile equipment, instrumentation, and distributed power…


new products Jan 14, 2023 by Mike Falter
Achieving a Smarter, Safer Grid With Bidirectional Switching Circuits

Achieving a Smarter, Safer Grid With Bidirectional Switching Circuits

This article describes how latching relays, solenoids and brushed DC motors can be used in smart metering and EV charging systems to improve the…


Electric Vehicle SPACs Trend Down Over Poor Performance, Production Delays

Electric Vehicle SPACs Trend Down Over Poor Performance, Production Delays

After going public through special purpose acquisition company deals, many electric vehicle startups have struggled with underperforming profits…


Sony Honda Mobility: All the FEELs on Wheels

Sony Honda Mobility: All the FEELs on Wheels

A new joint venture called Sony Honda Mobility, Inc. will build its AFEELA sedan in 2026.


Demo to Draw Solar Power From Space Hitches a Ride on SpaceX Transporter-6

Demo to Draw Solar Power From Space Hitches a Ride on SpaceX Transporter-6

A demo unit from Caltech containing three solar power research experiments was launched into space via the SpaceX Transporter-6 mission.


News Jan 12, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
NY’s Pathway to 6 GW Energy Storage by 2030

NY’s Pathway to 6 GW Energy Storage by 2030

New York State moves closer to its zero-emissions targets and a clean energy economy via a roadmap aiming to achieve six gigawatts of energy storage.


News Jan 12, 2023 by Stephanie Leonida
Introduction to 480V 3-phase Power

Introduction to 480V 3-phase Power

Most people in the United States are accustomed to 120 V single-phase power. This article examines 480 V three-phase U.S. power, its advantages…


CaSino: Could Researchers Hit the Jackpot With Calcium-based Alternative to Li-ion Batteries?

CaSino: Could Researchers Hit the Jackpot With Calcium-based Alternative to Li-ion Batteries?

A collaborative battery project, “CaSino,” endeavors to assess the potential use of calcium-sulfur batteries in place of lithium-ion batteries…


Developing Next-gen Space Battery With Americium-241

Developing Next-gen Space Battery With Americium-241

The United Kingdom Space Agency supports efforts to create a next-generation atomic battery that uses an alternative radioisotope to Plutonium…


Motor Starters Part 9: Troubleshooting VFDs

Motor Starters Part 9: Troubleshooting VFDs

The article introduces how to troubleshoot a VFD to eradicate the faults that might be hindering it from performing up to expected industrial and…


AEW Energie, Hitachi Energy Move Toward Smart Energy Management via Virtual Power Plant

AEW Energie, Hitachi Energy Move Toward Smart Energy Management via Virtual Power Plant

AEW Energie, Hitachi Energy Move Toward Smart Energy Management via Virtual Power Plant


News Jan 10, 2023 by Stephanie Leonida
Australia Leading the Way in Large-Scale Battery Storage

Australia Leading the Way in Large-Scale Battery Storage

Neoen has begun constructing the 200 megawatt/400 megawatt-hour Western Downs Battery, which is set to bring Australia’s Queensland state…


News Jan 10, 2023 by Stephanie Leonida
Motor Starters Part 8: Causes of Variable Frequency Drive Failures

Motor Starters Part 8: Causes of Variable Frequency Drive Failures

This article addresses the causes of failures in variable frequency drives to save engineers unnecessary downtime.


Panasonic Tests Renewable-energy Powered Factory of the Future

Panasonic Tests Renewable-energy Powered Factory of the Future

Panasonic’s factory of the future, Kusatsu, boasts Tesla Megapack storage, the largest hydrogen fuel cell, and 1,820 solar panels to power more…


News Jan 09, 2023 by Stephanie Leonida
Safeguarding Electric Infrastructure With Wireless Spark Prevention

Safeguarding Electric Infrastructure With Wireless Spark Prevention

Hitachi Energy has unveiled its digital solution for protecting the electric infrastructure and the environment from devastating wildfires.


Motor Starters Part 7: Selecting and Sizing Variable Frequency Drives

Motor Starters Part 7: Selecting and Sizing Variable Frequency Drives

Selecting and sizing a variable frequency drive (VFD) can be confusing, even for the most seasoned engineer. This article makes it easy.


Wolfspeed Expands SiC Wafer Supply Agreement With Leading Power Semiconductor Company

Wolfspeed Expands SiC Wafer Supply Agreement With Leading Power Semiconductor Company

Demand for SiC products remains strong across multiple industries as Wolfspeed aggressively expands SiC production to multiple facilities.


CES 2023: Advanced Materials Developer Showcases Innovations for Advanced Mobility, Consumer Markets

CES 2023: Advanced Materials Developer Showcases Innovations for Advanced Mobility, Consumer Markets

Celanese will feature advanced material initiatives for electric vehicles and consumer electronics.


new products Jan 07, 2023 by Mike Falter
Ørsted, Neptune, and Goal7 to Power Integrated Energy Hubs With Offshore Wind

Ørsted, Neptune, and Goal7 to Power Integrated Energy Hubs With Offshore Wind

Neptune Energy, Ørsted, and Goal7 have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to assess the viability of powering integrated energy hubs with energy…


News Jan 06, 2023 by Stephanie Leonida