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Buck Regulators Solve the Power Thirst of the Transmitter Circuit in Current Loops

Buck Regulators Solve the Power Thirst of the Transmitter Circuit in Current Loops

This article explains how to design a compact power supply for a current loop transmitter using the LT8618, a 100 mA high speed synchronous…


Wave Energy Technology Could be the Next Big Thing in Renewable Energy

Wave Energy Technology Could be the Next Big Thing in Renewable Energy

The search for renewable energy sources is becoming more prominent, and a distributed embedded energy converter designed by the National Renewable…


News Oct 05, 2022 by Claire Turvill
Carmakers, Battery Suppliers Gear up for EV Sales Boom

Carmakers, Battery Suppliers Gear up for EV Sales Boom

Record growth in EV sales in 2022 has led many carmakers and battery developers to accelerate their production capacity expansions.


Overcoming Challenges to Characterize 100V GaN Power FETs

Overcoming Challenges to Characterize 100V GaN Power FETs

The applications for 100V (and less) GaN FETs are numerous - from reducing distortion in Class-D audio amplifiers to improving efficiency in…


120V Solid-state Circuit Breaker Receives First-ever UL Listing

120V Solid-state Circuit Breaker Receives First-ever UL Listing

A solid-state circuit breaker from Siemens increases safety and reliability in residential, commercial, and light industrial applications.


News Oct 04, 2022 by Mike Falter
Emerging Thin-Film Technologies for IoT

Emerging Thin-Film Technologies for IoT

Various thin-film technologies may revolutionize photovoltaic systems for portable electronic devices.


News Oct 04, 2022 by Darshil Patel
The Evolution of Integrated Current Sensors Takes a Digital Path

The Evolution of Integrated Current Sensors Takes a Digital Path

So far, the evolution of integrated current sensors (ICSs) has been slow and gradual. Current measurement technology has been developed…


Technical Articles Oct 04, 2022 by LEM
Using Software Tools to Evolve Microgrid Ecosystems

Using Software Tools to Evolve Microgrid Ecosystems

Xendee introduced its new multi-mode feature for developing complex microgrid networks whether focusing on utility-scale operations or those in…


Planning for Sudden Power Failures

Planning for Sudden Power Failures

Power failures tend to cause a domino effect of disruptions, resulting in system failures and data loss, as well as damage to servers and…


PCB Power Loop Layout for Chip-scale Package GaN FETs Optimizes Electrical and Thermal Performance

PCB Power Loop Layout for Chip-scale Package GaN FETs Optimizes Electrical and Thermal Performance

In this article, different power loop layouts are analyzed with simultaneous considerations for thermal management and electric parasitics.


Automotive-grade Step-down Converter Improves Reliability for “Cold Cranking”

Automotive-grade Step-down Converter Improves Reliability for “Cold Cranking”

Supporting up to 6 A of load current, the MP4316A from Monolithic Power Systems offers a wide input range for automotive battery applications.


new products Sep 30, 2022 by Mike Falter
Canadian Lithium Mine Partners With Global Battery Maker for NA Lithium Supply Chain

Canadian Lithium Mine Partners With Global Battery Maker for NA Lithium Supply Chain

Snow Lake Lithium and LG Energy Solution will work together on a North American source for battery-grade lithium.


Electric Drive Modules–Driving EVs Farther and Faster

Electric Drive Modules–Driving EVs Farther and Faster

Carmakers are targetting zero emissions and looking at weight reduction and introducing fuel-efficient engines to reach that goal.


Computer Simulations Create Carbon Capture Materials

Computer Simulations Create Carbon Capture Materials

Complex computer simulations are being used to screen hypothetical new materials for direct air capture of carbon dioxide.


News Sep 29, 2022 by Kevin Clemens
Converting AC to DC: A Better Tech for Future Power Supplies

Converting AC to DC: A Better Tech for Future Power Supplies

U.K.-based Pulsiv has developed a new technology to efficiently convert AC to DC.


News Sep 29, 2022 by Kevin Clemens
Resonance Explained

Resonance Explained

This article introduces resonance and how it is related to impedance and admittance, the parallel and series RLC circuit resonant design,…


Engineering the Success of Sustainable Solutions

Engineering the Success of Sustainable Solutions

Engineers have already started to make progress in producing sustainable solutions that benefit the health and safety of the environment.


Duke Energy Expands Storage Options

Duke Energy Expands Storage Options

Duke Energy is finding ways to improve grid reliability, support renewables, and provide emergency backup power.


News Sep 28, 2022 by Kevin Clemens
Inductors: Energy Storage Applications and Safety Hazards

Inductors: Energy Storage Applications and Safety Hazards

In this article, learn about how ideal and practical inductors store energy and what applications benefit from these inductor characteristics.…


Investors Back Ancora Semiconductor to Expand GaN Technology

Investors Back Ancora Semiconductor to Expand GaN Technology

Ancora Semicondutor Inc. receives substantial investment to grow galium-nitride technology development.


News Sep 27, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida