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Calculating Transformer Voltage

Calculating Transformer Voltage

This article presents three fundamental methods for calculating transformer voltages using the voltage-to-turns formula, turns ratios, and volts…


New Algorithms Push Toward High-Fidelity EMT Modeling for Grid Data Analysis

New Algorithms Push Toward High-Fidelity EMT Modeling for Grid Data Analysis

Oak Ridge National Laboratory is pioneering research to make high-fidelity electromagnet transient models for grid data analysis.


tech insights Sep 13, 2023 by Jake Hertz
NEC 2023 Basics: Equipment Grounding Conductor Continuity and Connections

NEC 2023 Basics: Equipment Grounding Conductor Continuity and Connections

Learn about equipment grounding conductor continuity and connections.


Addressing Transformer Supply Chain Challenges for a Resilient Grid

Addressing Transformer Supply Chain Challenges for a Resilient Grid

An analysis by the Government Accountability Office sheds light on the challenges facing the transformer supply chain and the role the U.S.…


tech insights Aug 25, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Coordinating Energy Resources Could Increase Grid Reliability

Coordinating Energy Resources Could Increase Grid Reliability

Coordinating the operation of energy resources in preparation for greater electricity demand may decrease the strain on transmission and…


Can GPT-4 Perform Data Mining for Building Energy Management?

Can GPT-4 Perform Data Mining for Building Energy Management?

A recent study evaluates GPT-4’s performance in completing data mining tasks for building energy management, including energy load prediction,…


NEC 2023 Basics: Equipment Grounding Conductors

NEC 2023 Basics: Equipment Grounding Conductors

Learn about equipment grounding and types of equipment grounding conductors.


NEC 2023 Basics: Grounding and Bonding Piping Systems and Exposed Structural Metal

NEC 2023 Basics: Grounding and Bonding Piping Systems and Exposed Structural Metal

Learn about the rules for bonding piping systems and exposed structural metal.


How to Create Bandpass Filters

How to Create Bandpass Filters

This article explores the high-pass, low-pass combination technique used to create bandpass filters, as well as series resonant and parallel…


Tuned Coupled Coils Explained

Tuned Coupled Coils Explained

Learn about tuned coupled coils and their key characteristics, including coupled impedance, measuring the impact of one coil's impedance on…


What’s New in DC/DC Converters

What’s New in DC/DC Converters

These DC/DC converters aim to bring reliability and efficiency to different verticals.


new products Jul 22, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Powering the Control of Modern Energy Systems

Powering the Control of Modern Energy Systems

Reducing CO₂ emissions has become a worldwide goal and led to the research and development of many new technologies. This article examines the…


Visualizing Transformer Behavior: Drawing Phasor Diagrams and Equivalent Circuits

Visualizing Transformer Behavior: Drawing Phasor Diagrams and Equivalent Circuits

In this article, you’ll learn how to draw phasor diagrams and equivalent circuits for transformers under load and no-load conditions.


Understanding Resonance In Parallel RLC Circuits

Understanding Resonance In Parallel RLC Circuits

Learn the difference between ideal and practical parallel RLC resonant circuits and how to calculate admittance and impedance in parallel RLC…


Variable DC-Link Voltage LLC Resonant DC/DC Converter using GaN HEMTs and SiC Diodes

Variable DC-Link Voltage LLC Resonant DC/DC Converter using GaN HEMTs and SiC Diodes

As the demand for efficient DC/DC converters continues to rise, this article examines LLC resonant converters.


Improving Performance With Monolithic GaN Integration While Reducing Size, Cost

Improving Performance With Monolithic GaN Integration While Reducing Size, Cost

This article will examine the advantages of gallium nitride heterojunction field effect power transistors in the 15 V to 350 V range in…


AI-Based Platform Predicts Electrical Transformer System Failure

AI-Based Platform Predicts Electrical Transformer System Failure

Charles River Analytics’ AI-based predictive maintenance platform for transformers recently landed a Small Business Innovation Research contract.


News Jun 14, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Power ICs Enable High-Efficiency High-Power-Density 140W PD3.1 Adapter Designs

Power ICs Enable High-Efficiency High-Power-Density 140W PD3.1 Adapter Designs

This article presents an ultra-high-efficiency and high-power-density design of a power factor correction (PFC) and asymmetrical half-bridge (AHB)…


DC/DC Converters for Industrial Applications

DC/DC Converters for Industrial Applications

Electronic components are designed and manufactured with specific performance characteristics tailored to target applications based on how harsh…


Power Quality Monitoring Part 1: The Importance of Standards-Compliant Power Quality Measurements

Power Quality Monitoring Part 1: The Importance of Standards-Compliant Power Quality Measurements

This article discusses the importance of power quality (PQ) measurements in today’s electric infrastructure and reviews areas of application for…