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Using Artificial Intelligence to Create Better Perovskite Solar Cells

Using Artificial Intelligence to Create Better Perovskite Solar Cells

Researchers used explainable AI and machine learning to understand perovskite solar cell manufacturing better. The process could lead to the…


tech insights Dec 08, 2023 by Jake Hertz
AI Platform Helps Balance Renewable Energy in the Power Grid

AI Platform Helps Balance Renewable Energy in the Power Grid

The Finnish power grid will use a grid balancing service to help the country's transmission system operator balance the power system as more…


Weighing the Trade-Offs of Overhead and Underground Transmission

Weighing the Trade-Offs of Overhead and Underground Transmission

How do overhead and underground transmission technologies stack up regarding efficiency, reliability, and route constraints? Let’s unpack the key…


Perovskite Solar Cells See Advances in Efficiency, AI Tech

Perovskite Solar Cells See Advances in Efficiency, AI Tech

Two research breakthroughs in perovskite technology, one involving artificial intelligence, could pave the way for more efficient and affordable…


tech insights Dec 05, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Major Developments in Battery Technology, Materials, Research

Major Developments in Battery Technology, Materials, Research

Four recent developments in battery technology could lead to improved performance and range in electric vehicles. This article reviews those…


tech insights Dec 05, 2023 by Jake Hertz
GM, Niron Magnetics Team Up for Sustainable EV Magnetics

GM, Niron Magnetics Team Up for Sustainable EV Magnetics

Niron’s Clean Earth Magnet has the potential to create truly sustainable electric vehicle motors. This article reviews the challenges in sourcing…


News Dec 04, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Chip Resistor Designed for High-Voltage EV Applications

Chip Resistor Designed for High-Voltage EV Applications

The RVCA thick film, high-voltage chip resistor series from Stackpole Electronics is AEC-Q200 qualified and designed for the demanding requirements…


new products Dec 03, 2023 by Mike Falter
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