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Tandem Solar Cells Are Breaking Records

Tandem Solar Cells Are Breaking Records

Breakthroughs in tandem solar cell technology are making solar generation more efficient and adaptable for multiple uses


EV Motor by ZF Eliminates Rare Earth Magnets

EV Motor by ZF Eliminates Rare Earth Magnets

An electric vehicle motor developed by ZF operates without permanent magnets made from rare earth materials.


News Sep 28, 2023 by Kevin Clemens
Powering the Red Planet: Solar Energy Innovations for Mars Exploration

Powering the Red Planet: Solar Energy Innovations for Mars Exploration

Exploring Mars is no small undertaking and is fraught with challenges. This article will examine how solar energy supports exploration on Mars. 


Can Solid Stored Hydrogen Fuel Free Drones From Combustion Engines?

Can Solid Stored Hydrogen Fuel Free Drones From Combustion Engines?

Although drones offer flexibility and precision for industrial applications, current battery power options limit their range, and combustion…


News Sep 27, 2023 by John Nieman
Following the Life of a Nissan Leaf Battery

Following the Life of a Nissan Leaf Battery

Following the life—and afterlife—of an EV battery puts a pervasive industry misperception to rest.


Offshore Wind Needs Major HVDC Transmission Expansion

Offshore Wind Needs Major HVDC Transmission Expansion

A federal plan sets near- and mid-term goals for expanding transmission infrastructure along the Atlantic coast, including an interregional network…


News Sep 26, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Expanding Commercial Lithium-Sulfur Battery Development Using Novel 3D Graphene Materials

Expanding Commercial Lithium-Sulfur Battery Development Using Novel 3D Graphene Materials

Lyten, Inc. has announced $200 million in equity funding from strategic investors to expand the commercial development of energy-dense…


News Sep 26, 2023 by Mike Falter
Unlocking the Potential of Solid-State Batteries with Carbon Nanotubes

Unlocking the Potential of Solid-State Batteries with Carbon Nanotubes

Chinese researchers took an innovative approach to solid-state battery construction. This article examines the challenges facing solid-state…


tech insights Sep 25, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Promises and Problems of Lithium-Carbon-Dioxide Batteries

Promises and Problems of Lithium-Carbon-Dioxide Batteries

Lithium-carbon-dioxide batteries have the potential to improve sustainability and recapture carbon from the atmosphere, but technical problems must…


tech insights Sep 25, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Keeping Electric Vehicle Battery Systems Cool

Keeping Electric Vehicle Battery Systems Cool

A look at technologies used to keep EV traction batteries and power electronics cool and comfortable – and what happens when they are not.


Smart Inverter Meets Challenges of Shading, Uneven Terrain in Solar Arrays

Smart Inverter Meets Challenges of Shading, Uneven Terrain in Solar Arrays

The SolarEdge 330 kW inverter and H1300 power optimizer use maximum power point tracking to maximize power and improve the levelized cost of energy…


new products Sep 24, 2023 by Mike Falter
EV Battery Test System Offers Highest Power Density

EV Battery Test System Offers Highest Power Density

The 10300 Series battery testing platform from EA Elektro-Automatik requires up to two-thirds less production floor space than similar EV battery…


new products Sep 23, 2023 by Mike Falter
Power Products Deliver Innovation for Electric Vehicles

Power Products Deliver Innovation for Electric Vehicles

New power semiconductor, AC energy meter, and battery products target the growing EV market.   


new products Sep 23, 2023 by Mike Falter
EV Battery Recycling Players Secure Funding, Partnerships

EV Battery Recycling Players Secure Funding, Partnerships

The EV battery recycling market is on a roll with announcements, from funding rounds in the millions to corporate partnerships.


News Sep 22, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Safer, Faster Method Found for Recycling Lithium-ion Batteries

Safer, Faster Method Found for Recycling Lithium-ion Batteries

A research team from the Institute of Chemistry of the Chinese Academy of Sciences has pioneered a safer and more efficient lithium recovery method…


The Hype and Hope for Hydrogen Part I

The Hype and Hope for Hydrogen Part I

In part one of this op-ed, Kevin Clemens examines the potential and problems associated with hydrogen production and use.


EV Charging Roundup: Tesla’s Supercharger Expansion and More

EV Charging Roundup: Tesla’s Supercharger Expansion and More

Tracking the latest moves in the electric vehicle charging space.


News Sep 21, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Next-Gen Solar Power for Underwater Vehicles

Next-Gen Solar Power for Underwater Vehicles

Solar cells can be a useful power source for autonomous underwater vehicles combined with rechargeable batteries. However, limitations in…


NERC Adds Energy Policy as Key Risk for Grid Reliability

NERC Adds Energy Policy as Key Risk for Grid Reliability

NERC recently stated energy policy is a concern for the U.S. and Canada's bulk-power supply. Energy policy determines whether the two…


Navitas Technology Takes GaN to New Power Heights

Navitas Technology Takes GaN to New Power Heights

A new and improved GaN technology is moving from the cell phone charger market into higher power, high-reliability applications. EE Power spoke…