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Vox Power Unveils DC/DC Power Module for Railway Systems

Vox Power Unveils DC/DC Power Module for Railway Systems

The DC/DC module from Vox Power meets railway industry standards for shock, vibration, safety, and EMC.


new products Dec 02, 2023 by Jake Hertz
How Can Drones Slash Offshore Wind Costs?

How Can Drones Slash Offshore Wind Costs?

Offshore wind farms offer access to an abundant natural energy source: strong winds that whip across the ocean surface. Servicing these farms can…


News Dec 01, 2023 by John Nieman
Automated Solar Cells: Are Robots the Future of Solar Power Innovation?

Automated Solar Cells: Are Robots the Future of Solar Power Innovation?

Solar energy technologies are widely used to capture one of the planet's most abundant natural power sources, but solar cells can still be…


Is Planned Obsolescence a Concern for Electric Vehicles?

Is Planned Obsolescence a Concern for Electric Vehicles?

Traditional gas-powered cars have been an example of planned obsolescence for nearly a century. As electric vehicle technology continues to emerge,…


Studies Reveal Insights in EV Usage, Batteries

Studies Reveal Insights in EV Usage, Batteries

As electric vehicles develop, research into usage and technology can shape the industry's future. This article reviews two recent studies with…


tech insights Nov 21, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Can Solid-State Electrolytes Improve Li-Ion Battery Charging Speed and Safety?

Can Solid-State Electrolytes Improve Li-Ion Battery Charging Speed and Safety?

Conventional lithium-ion batteries in electric vehicles rely on liquid electrolytes to transport lithium ions during charging and discharging.…


Solid-State Batteries Get a Boost From Semiconductor Manufacturing Techniques

Solid-State Batteries Get a Boost From Semiconductor Manufacturing Techniques

Researchers turn to methods used in the semiconductor industry to solve long-standing challenges facing solid-state electrolytes.


tech insights Nov 17, 2023 by Jake Hertz
LG Chem Fights Thermal Runaway with Flame Retardant Material

LG Chem Fights Thermal Runaway with Flame Retardant Material

The new material from LG Chem delays thermal runaway by up to 20 minutes, even at 1,500°C. This article examines statistics quantifying the…


News Nov 16, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Assessing the Role of Catenary Trucks in the Electric Vehicle Landscape

Assessing the Role of Catenary Trucks in the Electric Vehicle Landscape

Catenary trucks have the potential to significantly curb carbon emissions, but the implementation of these electric transport systems faces major…


tech insights Nov 15, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Beaming Down: Capturing Solar Power From Space

Beaming Down: Capturing Solar Power From Space

It might be time to think more seriously about beaming solar energy from orbiting power stations. Several organizations are already working on the…


Supercapacitors Extend Operating Life of Battery-Powered Devices

Supercapacitors Extend Operating Life of Battery-Powered Devices

High-energy and power-dense supercapacitor technologies from Kyocera AVX and Littelfuse help with power management and extend operating times for…


new products Nov 13, 2023 by Mike Falter
Can Solar Mitigate Electric Vehicle Charging Challenges?

Can Solar Mitigate Electric Vehicle Charging Challenges?

ETH Zurich’s aCentauri Solar Racing Team has designed a race car fueled exclusively by solar power, and they came in 12th place at the 2023…


News Nov 13, 2023 by John Nieman
Researchers Achieve Higher Voltage PV With Inverter System

Researchers Achieve Higher Voltage PV With Inverter System

A team of researchers claims to cut cable requirements by 700 kg of copper per kilometer of cable with a higher voltage inverter system for…


News Nov 13, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Eaton’s Network-M3 Card Targets Power System Security

Eaton’s Network-M3 Card Targets Power System Security

With a variety of security provisions, the Network-M3 card will protect power systems that employ uninterruptible power supplies.


new products Nov 12, 2023 by Jake Hertz
How a Startup Is Tackling Battery Waste With AI

How a Startup Is Tackling Battery Waste With AI

With advanced measurement and analytics techniques, Circu Li-ion is looking to reimagine battery waste management.


tech insights Nov 10, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Heat Studies in Space Can Yield Earth-Bound Benefits

Heat Studies in Space Can Yield Earth-Bound Benefits

Microgravity laboratories in the International Space Station are being used to understand the basic science of heat transfer and how it can improve…


The Rise of the Tesla NA Charging Standard

The Rise of the Tesla NA Charging Standard

Tesla’s North American Charging Standard is quickly becoming the standard of choice for major automakers.


tech insights Nov 09, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Thermoplastic Resin Offers Recyclable Alternative for Tidal Turbines

Thermoplastic Resin Offers Recyclable Alternative for Tidal Turbines

Researchers from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory teamed up with Verdant Power to bring recyclable materials to tidal turbines.


How One Japanese Smart City Is Bringing Wireless EV Charging to the Road

How One Japanese Smart City Is Bringing Wireless EV Charging to the Road

By integrating wireless EV chargers at traffic lights, a Japanese city hopes to blend dynamic and static wireless charging.


tech insights Nov 08, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Bad News for EVs? A Look at Recent Trouble

Bad News for EVs? A Look at Recent Trouble

A wave of bad news has swept the EV industry recently, including financial woes and customer dissatisfaction.


tech insights Nov 07, 2023 by Jake Hertz