EEPower

Latest Industry News Articles

Categories

MOSFET and GaN Power Devices Emphasize Efficiency, Reliability

MOSFET and GaN Power Devices Emphasize Efficiency, Reliability

New silicon field-effect transistor and gallium nitride power switches from Littelfuse, Transphorm, and Magnachip Semiconductor deliver automotive…


new products Oct 22, 2023 by Mike Falter
High-Voltage SiC Rectifier Module for Industrial, EV Use

High-Voltage SiC Rectifier Module for Industrial, EV Use

Nexperia and Kyocera AVX will work together on developing high-voltage (650 V) rectifier modules for industrial power supplies, EV charging…


new products Oct 21, 2023 by Mike Falter
Silicon Carbide Diodes Increase Application Power Densities

Silicon Carbide Diodes Increase Application Power Densities

Bourns is adding ten new silicon carbide (SiC) Schottky barrier diode (SBD) models to its product family to address increasing power density…


new products Oct 21, 2023 by Mike Falter
Data Modelling Can Maximize Power Grid Performance as EV Charging Grows

Data Modelling Can Maximize Power Grid Performance as EV Charging Grows

The National Renewable Energy Laboratory’s data model, the Transportation Energy & Mobility Pathway Options, helps project power grid demands…


Can Lab-on-Fiber Combat Thermal Runaway in Li-Ion Batteries?

Can Lab-on-Fiber Combat Thermal Runaway in Li-Ion Batteries?

New sensing technology shines a light on thermal runaway in lithium-ion cells.


tech insights Oct 20, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Studies Explore Mechanics, Materials for Solid-State Batteries

Studies Explore Mechanics, Materials for Solid-State Batteries

Two studies into solid-state batteries promise improvements in solid-state battery mechanics and eco-friendly materials, potentially making…


tech insights Oct 20, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Exclusive Interview: Ideal Power Brings Bidirectional Switching to Power Modules

Exclusive Interview: Ideal Power Brings Bidirectional Switching to Power Modules

The new module from Ideal Power hopes to make the design of high-performing power systems more attainable to all. EE Power spoke exclusively with…


new products Oct 19, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Fault Location: Enhancing Grid Reliability With Time Reversal Technology

Fault Location: Enhancing Grid Reliability With Time Reversal Technology

Researchers are employing time reversal concepts to better identify and locate faults on the grid.


tech insights Oct 19, 2023 by Jake Hertz
How Is the Industry Grappling With EV Battery Waste?

How Is the Industry Grappling With EV Battery Waste?

As concerns over EV battery waste become more prominent, more and more organizations are exploring new approaches.


tech insights Oct 19, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Next-Gen EV Batteries: Toyota Plans Lithium-Ion Improvements

Next-Gen EV Batteries: Toyota Plans Lithium-Ion Improvements

Toyota is developing lithium-ion battery technology to electrify all its vehicles for faster charging and more miles. The first next-gen batteries…


Can Drivetrain Design Updates Improve Wind Turbine Efficiency?

Can Drivetrain Design Updates Improve Wind Turbine Efficiency?

Drivetrains for wind turbines use outdated technology that can’t meet demand. NREL and GE examined proposed designs for drivetrains that could…


tech insights Oct 18, 2023 by Zac Amos
Reed Relays Offer Reliability for EVs, High-Voltage Measurement

Reed Relays Offer Reliability for EVs, High-Voltage Measurement

The BH and MHV reed relays from Standex bring reliability, performance, and a small form factor to high-voltage measurement and control systems in…


new products Oct 17, 2023 by Mike Falter
Wind Farms Switch Lights On, Off With Aircraft Detection System

Wind Farms Switch Lights On, Off With Aircraft Detection System

Onshore wind farms are using aircraft detection lighting systems that operate on demand to reduce light pollution.


News Oct 17, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
HVDC Transmission Expansions in Japan, US

HVDC Transmission Expansions in Japan, US

A pair of high-voltage direct current transmission projects are coming to Japan and the U.S., while the DOE funds other HVDC innovations.


News Oct 17, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Modernizing Models for Advanced Grid Technology

Modernizing Models for Advanced Grid Technology

Experts say energy system models urgently need improvements to include emerging renewable energy technology and energy storage systems.


Offshore Wind Projects See Funding, Research and Cancellations

Offshore Wind Projects See Funding, Research and Cancellations

From advanced floating offshore wind technology to canceled projects, there’s plenty of news to cover in the offshore wind market.


News Oct 16, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Inepro Launches “Smallest in Class” 3-Phase Metering

Inepro Launches “Smallest in Class” 3-Phase Metering

The solution aims to address the needs of space-sensitive applications like charging solutions and lamposts. Here, we’ll examine three-phase…


new products Oct 15, 2023 by Jake Hertz
GaN Systems’ Next-Gen Platform Brings Major Improvements

GaN Systems’ Next-Gen Platform Brings Major Improvements

In an interview with EE Power, GaN Systems CEO Jim Witham reveals significant upgrades to its GaN power platform, including a 20 percent…


new products Oct 14, 2023 by Jake Hertz
2D Barcodes Help Track GaN Production Chip Origins

2D Barcodes Help Track GaN Production Chip Origins

Cambridge GaN Devices has released the first-ever GaN devices with individual 2D barcoding to assist with die-level data collection for process,…


new products Oct 14, 2023 by Mike Falter
Rethinking EV Battery Materials

Rethinking EV Battery Materials

A Maryland startup is developing low-cost lithium-ion battery cathodes, anodes, and electrolyte technologies with competitive energy density and…


News Oct 13, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell