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Geothermal Plants Plus Mineral Extraction Equals Cheaper Energy

Geothermal Plants Plus Mineral Extraction Equals Cheaper Energy

New research from Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) combines geothermal plants with mineral extraction to ensure lower energy production…


Airbus Zephyr Provides High-In-The-Sky Cellular Service

Airbus Zephyr Provides High-In-The-Sky Cellular Service

The Zephyr—an unmanned solar-powered high-altitude aircraft offered by Airbus—could replace more than 250 individual ground-based cell towers.


Motor Starters Part 2: Selecting and Sizing DOL Parts

Motor Starters Part 2: Selecting and Sizing DOL Parts

This article instructs readers on how to size and select Direct On-Line motor starter parts like circuit breakers, contactors, and thermal overload…


Colorado, California Reach Long-Duration Energy Storage Milestones

Colorado, California Reach Long-Duration Energy Storage Milestones

Colorado and California have established long-duration energy storage with flow battery technology and are leading the way toward a clean energy…


News Nov 16, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
GM Meets Renewable Energy Targets Early via Sourcing Agreements

GM Meets Renewable Energy Targets Early via Sourcing Agreements

Detroit-based car giant General Motors (GM) says it has secured enough sourcing agreements to meet its renewable targets across all U.S. facilities…


News Nov 16, 2022 by Shannon Cuthrell
Motor Starters Part 1: Direct On-Line

Motor Starters Part 1: Direct On-Line

This article introduces electrical and power system engineers to the direct on-line motor starter, including principles, operation, wiring, parts,…


Evolito Uses Axial-Flux Motors to Power Electric Aircraft

Evolito Uses Axial-Flux Motors to Power Electric Aircraft

Evolito, a company formed by YASA, is ready to power the future of all-electric planes with its high-power and lightweight axial-flux motor.


News Nov 15, 2022 by Claire Turvill
On.Energy Battery Energy Storage Systems Land at Latin American Airports

On.Energy Battery Energy Storage Systems Land at Latin American Airports

On.Energy announced its plans to deliver 39 megawatt-hours of battery energy storage systems to airports in Latin America, reducing emissions by…


News Nov 15, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
Electric Motor Sizing and Selection Explained

Electric Motor Sizing and Selection Explained

The article guides electrical engineers on electric motor sizing and selection to satisfy their power system requirements.


TeraWatt I-10 Electric Corridor Will Move Freight-Truck Charging Forward

TeraWatt I-10 Electric Corridor Will Move Freight-Truck Charging Forward

TeraWatt’s planned network of charging stations for medium- and heavy-duty electric vehicles along a portion of Interstate 10 can shift the…


tech insights Nov 11, 2022 by Jay Miller
DOE Funding Bolsters National Security, Critical Material Supply

DOE Funding Bolsters National Security, Critical Material Supply

The U.S. Department of Energy announced $39 million in funding for technology development to fortify the domestic supplies of critical materials…


News Nov 11, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
Rectification Explained Part 2: Full-Wave Rectification

Rectification Explained Part 2: Full-Wave Rectification

Rectification is a significant part of electric circuits, as it plays a role in converting AC voltage to DC voltage. This article will focus on…


NREL Solar Research Paving the Way for Energy Transition

NREL Solar Research Paving the Way for Energy Transition

NREL researchers analyzed the possibility of achieving decarbonization goals using solar power and offering innovative ways to commercialize III-V…


News Nov 10, 2022 by Darshil Patel
Battery Management System Transformer Design Reduces Open Failures in EV Apps

Battery Management System Transformer Design Reduces Open Failures in EV Apps

New BMS transformer from iNRCORE provides isolation and EMI suppression for EV battery management communications with improved reliability.


new products Nov 10, 2022 by Mike Falter
Rectification Explained Part 1: Half-Wave Rectification

Rectification Explained Part 1: Half-Wave Rectification

Rectification is a significant part of an electric circuit as it plays a role in converting AC voltage to DC voltage. This article teaches about…


EV Charging Networks Gear Up for Expansion

EV Charging Networks Gear Up for Expansion

The electric vehicle charging market will experience noteworthy expansions including BP Pulse’s airport charging center and Tritium’s DC…


News Nov 09, 2022 by Shannon Cuthrell
Bee Behavior Aids Turbine Positioning for Maximum Output

Bee Behavior Aids Turbine Positioning for Maximum Output

University researchers are developing a modified algorithm based on honeybee behavior to help wind turbine engineers position wind turbines for…


News Nov 09, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
Dynamic Line Rating Technology Improves Grid Congestion

Dynamic Line Rating Technology Improves Grid Congestion

Transmission line performance depends on a variety of environmental factors.


ENGIE NA Adds Solar & Battery Storage Capacity, Expands Microgrid Projects

ENGIE NA Adds Solar & Battery Storage Capacity, Expands Microgrid Projects

Energy service provider ENGIE North America announced it is increasing its solar and battery storage capacity in several states and expanding its…


News Nov 08, 2022 by Shannon Cuthrell
Reality Check: Could EV Battery Backup Throw Ailing Power Grid a Lifeline?

Reality Check: Could EV Battery Backup Throw Ailing Power Grid a Lifeline?

Through bidirectional (vehicle-to-grid) charging, electric vehicles could serve as an emergency response force when power outages or grid shutdowns…


tech insights Nov 08, 2022 by Jay Miller