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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.


MIT Demonstrates World’s Most Powerful Magnet: A Major Advancement Towards Fusion Energy

MIT Demonstrates World’s Most Powerful Magnet: A Major Advancement Towards Fusion Energy

New superconducting magnet developed by MIT and CFS paves the way for net-zero carbon power.


News Sep 29, 2021 by Darshil Patel
Upscaling Small Real-time Simulators for Large Power Electronic Systems

Upscaling Small Real-time Simulators for Large Power Electronic Systems

The vast variety of power electronic conversion systems, characterized by differences in voltage and power ratings, operating and switching…


Understanding the Relationship Between the IoT and Smart Grids

Understanding the Relationship Between the IoT and Smart Grids

This article explains the integration needed to connect smart grids with the internet of things.


Introduction to Renewable Energy Systems

Introduction to Renewable Energy Systems

Renewable energy is energy from self-replenishing sources. The main sources of renewable energy include the sun, wind, and water. Renewable energy…


RECOM Debuts Three 5-Watt Single Output AC/DC Converters

RECOM Debuts Three 5-Watt Single Output AC/DC Converters

The new units operate from 100 to 270VAC inputs and provide either 5V, 12V, or 15V outputs.


An Introduction to Microgrid Energy Management Systems

An Introduction to Microgrid Energy Management Systems

This article highlights the growth of microgrids and the components of these systems.


Silanna Semiconductor Debuts CO2 Smart Power Family of High Efficiency 100W DC-DC Converters

Silanna Semiconductor Debuts CO2 Smart Power Family of High Efficiency 100W DC-DC Converters

The tiny buck converters, aimed at USB-PD applications, operate over 7 to 27 VDC inputs and supply 3.3 to 21 VDC


MIT Researchers Develop New Superconducting Nanowire Device

MIT Researchers Develop New Superconducting Nanowire Device

Researchers continue to develop a superconducting nanowire to pave the way for more efficient superconducting electronics.


News Jun 19, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
APEC 2021 Highlights WBG Technologies, Energy Storage, Smart Power, and More

APEC 2021 Highlights WBG Technologies, Energy Storage, Smart Power, and More

Even in a virtual format, this week’s APEC exhibition brought a variety of power topics and networking opportunities. Here’s what you might…


News Jun 17, 2021 by Hailey Stewart
STMicroelectronics First to Announce Certified Chipset for G3-PLC Hybrid Powerline and Wireless Communication

STMicroelectronics First to Announce Certified Chipset for G3-PLC Hybrid Powerline and Wireless Communication

This article highlights STMicroelectronics ST8500 and S2-LP chipset has become the first to be certified according to the G3-PLC Hybrid…


Superconducting Wires Make Contactless High Performance Power Transmission Possible

Superconducting Wires Make Contactless High Performance Power Transmission Possible

Utilizing superconducting materials, a team of physicists were able to create a wireless charging coil capable of contactless charging up to 5kW…


News Jun 07, 2021 by Nicholas St. John
Air-cooled, 45kW AC-DC Modular Power Supply Provides 385Vdc for Distributed Power and DC Microgrids

Air-cooled, 45kW AC-DC Modular Power Supply Provides 385Vdc for Distributed Power and DC Microgrids

This article highlights TDK-Lambda Corporation TPF45000-385 non-isolated modular AC-DC power supply.


Linköping University Researchers Showcases Method to Make Renewable Energy from Water

Linköping University Researchers Showcases Method to Make Renewable Energy from Water

A team of researchers from Linköping University (LiU) in Sweden has developed a new material design to make renewable energy from water.


Atlas Renewable Energy Partners with Hitachi ABB Power Grids on Battery Energy Storage Systems

Atlas Renewable Energy Partners with Hitachi ABB Power Grids on Battery Energy Storage Systems

Atlas Renewable Energy has entered a new Collaboration Agreement with Hitachi ABB Power Grids.


Power Integrations Introduces Software for Precise Control and Tuning of BridgeSwitch ICs

Power Integrations Introduces Software for Precise Control and Tuning of BridgeSwitch ICs

The Motor-Expert software is an embedded “C” code application, library and control GUI that enables designers using the company’s…


New Line of Data-acquisition Recorders Helps Manufacturers Develop More Energy-efficient and Renewable Energy Technologies

New Line of Data-acquisition Recorders Helps Manufacturers Develop More Energy-efficient and Renewable Energy Technologies

This article highlights Yokogawa Test & Measurement has another instrument to its ScopeCorder family of portable multi-channel data-acquisition…


DC-Meters for Fair and Smart EV Fast Charge Billing

DC-Meters for Fair and Smart EV Fast Charge Billing

This article highlights LEM DC Billing Meter (DCBM) that is smart, extremely compact, and fully compliant with the German “Eichrecht” regulations.


Smarter E Europe Conference to be Held in Germany This Summer

Smarter E Europe Conference to be Held in Germany This Summer

This article highlights The smarter E Europe for the conference and exhibition will proceed in-person this summer at the Messe München in Munich,…


News Mar 09, 2021 by Shannon Cuthrell