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Microchip’s New Time Server Boosts Synchronization, Grid Resiliency

Microchip’s New Time Server Boosts Synchronization, Grid Resiliency

The fresh device is a rugged, software-enabled solution providing enhanced levels of redundant and secure timing for power utility substations.


High-Efficiency TPV Cells for Grid-Scale Thermal Batteries

High-Efficiency TPV Cells for Grid-Scale Thermal Batteries

MIT and NREL researchers have developed a low-cost, grid-scale storage technology that uses thermophotovoltaic cells to convert heat to electricity.


News Apr 28, 2022 by Darshil Patel
National Grid ESO Deploys ML-based Inertia Forecasting

National Grid ESO Deploys ML-based Inertia Forecasting

Great Britain’s electricity network, National Grid ESO, has implemented a machine-learning-based forecasting system from GE Digital giving…


Bel Power Solutions Unveils Upgraded Subrack System For Railway Operations

Bel Power Solutions Unveils Upgraded Subrack System For Railway Operations

The new series of devices accommodates up to six 250 W AC/DC cassettes into one 19” rack system.


New York’s Future Grid Challenge Funds Projects Assessing Electrification Impact

New York’s Future Grid Challenge Funds Projects Assessing Electrification Impact

New York revealed the first round winners of its Future Grid Challenge, which aims to assess the impacts of increasing electrification on the…


News Apr 04, 2022 by Shannon Cuthrell
Safety Standards for Testing Instruments

Safety Standards for Testing Instruments

IEC standards reduce safety hazards that can occur from unpredictable circumstances when using electrical test equipment such as test instruments…


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…


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.


DC/DC Converters Optimized for Energy Storage Elements in Smart Grid Solutions

DC/DC Converters Optimized for Energy Storage Elements in Smart Grid Solutions

DC/DC converters are a core element in renewable energy production and storage unit management. Putting numerous demands in terms of reliability…


Electrical Machines in Electrified Transportation

Electrical Machines in Electrified Transportation

Learn about how electrical machines are used for the efficient operation of electric transportation.


Understanding the Importance of Power Electronics in Electrified Transportation

Understanding the Importance of Power Electronics in Electrified Transportation

Learn about the different types of electrified vehicles and how power electronics play an essential role in their proliferation.


Michigan Looks to Develop Wireless Charging Road for EVs

Michigan Looks to Develop Wireless Charging Road for EVs

Michigan leaders hope to develop an initiative that focuses on creating a road that allows electric vehicles to charge without stopping.


News Oct 24, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
Key Technologies for Applying the IoT to the Smart Grid

Key Technologies for Applying the IoT to the Smart Grid

Learn about the requirements for using the IoT with the smart grid and specific application areas.


Introduction to Transportation Electrification

Introduction to Transportation Electrification

This article provides an overview of the early adoption of vehicle electrification and the basics of electrifying transportation.


How Future Railway Converter Demands May Change Power Semiconductor Modules

How Future Railway Converter Demands May Change Power Semiconductor Modules

The increase of competitiveness, robustness and efficiency of future railway converters has demanded new power semiconductor modules. Converter…


e-Peas and TCT Renew Partnership, Release New Energy Harvesting Solution

e-Peas and TCT Renew Partnership, Release New Energy Harvesting Solution

The new solution builds on a previous one e-peas and TCT had created, which could extract energy from single-phase wire, and can now be used with…


The Challenges of Applying the IoT to the Smart Grid

The Challenges of Applying the IoT to the Smart Grid

Read on to learn more about the requirements for using IoT in smart grid and the challenges of applying IoT in smart grid.


Understanding the Architecture of Smart Grids

Understanding the Architecture of Smart Grids

The final article in this series discusses the architecture and applications of the IoT and smart grids.


Researchers Find a New Way To Increase Energy Density In Micro Batteries

Researchers Find a New Way To Increase Energy Density In Micro Batteries

New research from the University of Pennsylvania shows a packing-free design for micro batteries which could enable absorption of higher energy…


News Sep 24, 2021 by Ahmad Ezzeddine
University Research Team Works to Develop Highway Infrastructure that Charges EVs While Driving

University Research Team Works to Develop Highway Infrastructure that Charges EVs While Driving

Researchers look to develop highway infrastructure with magnetizable concrete that can charge electric vehicles while driving.


News Sep 21, 2021 by Darshil Patel