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How to Design a Transformer: Size and Selection

How to Design a Transformer: Size and Selection

Transformers are key electrical components useful in determining the power reaching the load from the supply. In this article, you will learn how…


Capturing Carbon With Direct Air Capture

Capturing Carbon With Direct Air Capture

Pulling carbon dioxide from the atmosphere is a possible path to a net-zero world.


Understanding Impedance Matching

Understanding Impedance Matching

Impedance matching is a significant process in electrical and electronic project design. Here, you will learn all about impedance matching from…


Sunnova Seeks Approval to Build California Micro-utilities

Sunnova Seeks Approval to Build California Micro-utilities

Sunnova recently submitted an application to build “micro-utilities” in California, aiming to provide energy generation, storage, and…


News Sep 19, 2022 by Shannon Cuthrell
Naked Energy Enters the US Market

Naked Energy Enters the US Market

After debuting in the U.K., Naked Energy’s solar thermal and photovoltaic systems will soon enter the U.S. market.


News Sep 18, 2022 by Shannon Cuthrell
Nickel-Iron “Battolyser” for Long-term Renewable Energy Storage and Clean Fuel Production

Nickel-Iron “Battolyser” for Long-term Renewable Energy Storage and Clean Fuel Production

This article describes a new design for nickel-iron Battolyser, a rechargeable battery made from nickel and iron oxide.


News Sep 15, 2022 by Claire Turvill
Rooftop Solar Vacuum Tubes Create Electricity and Hot Water

Rooftop Solar Vacuum Tubes Create Electricity and Hot Water

UK-based solar technology developer Naked Energy's solar vacuum tubes can generate heat and electricity from a single solar collector.


News Sep 14, 2022 by Darshil Patel
Rhode Island Adds Energy Storage to its Renewables Portfolio

Rhode Island Adds Energy Storage to its Renewables Portfolio

A new lithium-ion battery storage facility is one step toward a goal of 100% renewable energy for the state by 2033.


News Sep 13, 2022 by Kevin Clemens
Paired Power Unveils Transportable Pop-up Solar Canopy for Accessible EV Charging

Paired Power Unveils Transportable Pop-up Solar Canopy for Accessible EV Charging

How is Paired Power enabling increased availability of sustainable electric vehicle charging? Meet PairTree, a portable solar canopy that can be…


News Sep 13, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
California Debuts First-of-its-kind Solar Project Atop a Canal

California Debuts First-of-its-kind Solar Project Atop a Canal

After years of planning, a $20 million over-canal solar project in California’s San Joaquin Valley is set to break ground next month and come…


News Sep 12, 2022 by Shannon Cuthrell
Uniper, CMBlu Recharge Energy Transition With Organic Solid-flow Battery Technology

Uniper, CMBlu Recharge Energy Transition With Organic Solid-flow Battery Technology

Uniper and CMBlu plan to establish an organic solid-flow battery-based energy storage system with an initial output of 1 megawatt and a capacity of…


News Sep 12, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
National Electrical Code Basics: Overcurrent Protection Part 4

National Electrical Code Basics: Overcurrent Protection Part 4

Learn about rules permitting the absence of overcurrent protection for the conductors connected to the transformer secondary.


Open-Circuit and Short-Circuit Tests in Transformers

Open-Circuit and Short-Circuit Tests in Transformers

A transformer could be tested under no-load and full-load conditions to determine its turns ratio, regulation, and efficiency. However, without…


$60M From DOE to go Toward Clean Hydrogen Tech

$60M From DOE to go Toward Clean Hydrogen Tech

The U.S. Department of Energy announced $60 million to lower costs of clean hydrogen technologies and establish a North American university…


News Sep 08, 2022 by Anteia Elswick
Determining Power Factor Using the Two-Wattmeter Method

Determining Power Factor Using the Two-Wattmeter Method

The ratio of true power to apparent power is called the power factor of the load. When the two-wattmeter method is used to measure the power…


Understanding the Role of Microgrids in the Energy Transition

Understanding the Role of Microgrids in the Energy Transition

What is a microgrid, and why does the world need them as we move away from using fossil-fuel based to renewable energy resources?


Beyond Basic Black: Adding Color to Solar Panels

Beyond Basic Black: Adding Color to Solar Panels

Researchers worldwide are finding ways to colorize solar panels to make them more acceptable to discriminating end users.


News Aug 31, 2022 by Kevin Clemens
Refractive-index Engineering to Improve Solar Cell Efficiency

Refractive-index Engineering to Improve Solar Cell Efficiency

Researchers minimize cell-to-module losses in solar cells by optimizing the layers.


News Aug 29, 2022 by Darshil Patel
Siemens, MAHLE Team Up on Wireless EV Charging Development

Siemens, MAHLE Team Up on Wireless EV Charging Development

Siemens and MAHLE are partnering to develop wireless inductive charging systems, an emerging alternative to standard plug-in chargers.


News Aug 22, 2022 by Shannon Cuthrell
Predicting Airflow Characteristics in Wind Turbines Using Convolutional Neural Networks

Predicting Airflow Characteristics in Wind Turbines Using Convolutional Neural Networks

Spanish researchers have devised a convolutional neural network to enhance the performance of powerful wind turbines.


News Aug 15, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida