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The Irresistible Potential, and Undeniable Challenge, of Metal-air Batteries

The Irresistible Potential, and Undeniable Challenge, of Metal-air Batteries

Metal-air batteries are one of numerous battery technologies that could improve current energy storage solutions. Still, there are many hurdles…


News Feb 25, 2022 by Darshil Patel
The Ostensible Death of Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles

The Ostensible Death of Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles

Once considered the future of passenger electric vehicles, the technology is being abandoned by automakers in favor of Li-ion batteries.


Generating Power: Charging Speeds and the Role of the Battery Management System

Generating Power: Charging Speeds and the Role of the Battery Management System

Jake Schmalz discusses the importance of a battery management system (BMS) in protecting lithium-ion batteries throughout the charging process to…


Electric Vehicle Modeling Considerations

Electric Vehicle Modeling Considerations

In order to model any electric vehicle, three major parts should be taken into consideration: vehicle dynamics, transmission performance, and battery.


Automotive EMC-Compliant Reverse-Battery Protection with Ideal-Diode Controllers

Automotive EMC-Compliant Reverse-Battery Protection with Ideal-Diode Controllers

Given the emergence of new trends in automotive electronics such as autonomous driving and car infotainment systems, system designers are facing…


Utilizing Electrified Powertrains in Electrified Transportation

Utilizing Electrified Powertrains in Electrified Transportation

In conventional powertrains, the engine is the only source of power. Electric powertrains add an additional electric power path that helps in…


Ford and Toyota Reveal EV Expansion Plans

Ford and Toyota Reveal EV Expansion Plans

Auto giants Ford and Toyota recently unveiled plans to make significant headway in the electric vehicle market.


News Nov 08, 2021 by Shannon Cuthrell
Energy Storage Systems in Electrified Transportation

Energy Storage Systems in Electrified Transportation

This article explains how battery packs utilize an energy management system for protection, control, and estimation.


MAHLE Showcases a New Lithium-Carbon Battery for EVs

MAHLE Showcases a New Lithium-Carbon Battery for EVs

MAHLE, an international developer in electric vehicles (EVs) and fuel cell solutions, brings a new EV battery concept to the renewable energy table…


Solid Power Releases Safety and Performance Data for its High-Content Silicon Cell

Solid Power Releases Safety and Performance Data for its High-Content Silicon Cell

Solid Power, a leading developer company of all-solid-state batteries, recently unveiled a report containing its new battery’s performance and…


News Nov 05, 2021 by Ahmad Ezzeddine
Allegro Debuts a 3-Phase Gate Driver IC Purposed to Reduce EV Noise Levels

Allegro Debuts a 3-Phase Gate Driver IC Purposed to Reduce EV Noise Levels

The new unit is aimed at sensorless, brushless DC (BLDC) motors operating over a 5V to 50V voltage range.


Stellantis and LG Energy Solution to Partner on Lithium-Ion Battery Production

Stellantis and LG Energy Solution to Partner on Lithium-Ion Battery Production

Automakers Stellantis and LG Energy Solution (LGES) announced they will create a joint venture aimed at producing lithium-ion batteries in North…


A Flexible and Stretchable Battery Inspired by Snake Scales

A Flexible and Stretchable Battery Inspired by Snake Scales

The KIMM research team developed a flexible, stretchable and safe battery inspired by the scales and flexible joints found on the scale structure…


News Nov 03, 2021 by Darshil Patel
How to Choose the Right Battery-Charger IC for Ultrasound Point-of-Care Products

How to Choose the Right Battery-Charger IC for Ultrasound Point-of-Care Products

In this article, I’ll examine compact battery-charger integrated circuits (ICs) and solutions for ultrasound point-of-care products that are used…


Pickering Introduces PXI/PXIe-Based Multi-Cell Battery Simulator Modules

Pickering Introduces PXI/PXIe-Based Multi-Cell Battery Simulator Modules

The new products occupy a single PXI slot and are tasked with the testing and validation of battery management systems.


BrightLoop Converters Launches a High Performance and Extremely Lightweight DC-DC Converter for Fuel Cell Applications

BrightLoop Converters Launches a High Performance and Extremely Lightweight DC-DC Converter for Fuel Cell Applications

BrightLoop Converters launches a new standard HVHV DC-DC converter to interface with fuel cells of all levels of power: the DCHV320.


PREMO Expands its 3DP-Series of High-Power Integrated Magnetic Components for Automotive Power Converters

PREMO Expands its 3DP-Series of High-Power Integrated Magnetic Components for Automotive Power Converters

This disruptive patented solution has been designed to increase power density (decreasing power magnetic required volume), combining 2 or 3…


UC San Diego Researchers Reveal Findings on the Enhancement of Lithium-Metal Battery Technology

UC San Diego Researchers Reveal Findings on the Enhancement of Lithium-Metal Battery Technology

Researchers find that the application of higher pressure causes lithium particles to deposit in a more orderly fashion in lithium-metal batteries…


News Oct 28, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
GM Invests in EV Battery Facility

GM Invests in EV Battery Facility

General Motors is adding a new battery cell research and development facility to further its electric vehicle expansion.


News Oct 27, 2021 by Shannon Cuthrell
CSM HV Breakout Modules with PowerLok Connector System for Easy Handling on Test Benches

CSM HV Breakout Modules with PowerLok Connector System for Easy Handling on Test Benches

The new HV Breakout Module 1.2C is easily connected to the HV power cables via a PL500 connector system and allows single-phase measurements on…