Power
New Micro Fuel Cell Developments Featured at DPF 2010
September 10, 2010 6:51 am | by Linnea Brush | Blogs | CommentsWith ongoing interest in micro fuel cell development, what are some of the more promising technologies for portable power applications? Darnell’s Power Forum will highlight a number of trends in the “alternative” energy storage market.
Marvell Launches Smart-Electronics Initiative
September 9, 2010 12:20 pm | by PowerPulse.net | News | CommentsMarvell announced the launch of the "Smart-Electronics Initiative," a cross-industry collaborative campaign aimed at increasing awareness for the growing amount of energy consumed by everyday consumer electronics. The effort will also promote wider adoption...
UL Acquires TerraChoice in Green Standard Consolidation
September 9, 2010 12:20 pm | by PowerPulse.net | News | CommentsULC Standards, a unit of Underwriters Laboratories has acquired TerraChoice, a green marketing consultancy and the managers of Canada’s EcoLogo program. While the acquisition was conducted by ULC Standards, the move serves to bring...
ENER1 Announces $65 Million Capital Raise
September 9, 2010 12:20 pm | by PowerPulse.net | News | CommentsENER1, Inc. announced that it has agreed to sell $55 million of senior unsecured notes, together with shares of common stock and warrants, to certain investment funds, led by funds managed by Goldman Sachs...
Online Tool Streamlines PFC Inductor Selection
September 9, 2010 4:37 am | Product Releases | CommentsA new online tool from Precision Incorporated makes calculations for selecting PFC inductors quick and easy.
FuelCell Energy Reports Third Quarter Results
September 8, 2010 12:21 pm | by PowerPulse.net | News | CommentsFuelCell Energy, Inc. reported results for its third quarter ended July 31, 2010 and its latest accomplishments. FuelCell Energy reported total revenues for the third quarter of 2010 of $18.9 million compared to $23.0...
TI To Develop Products for New Qi Wireless Power Standard
September 8, 2010 12:20 pm | by PowerPulse.net | News | CommentsTexas Instruments Inc. (TI) announced its adoption of the Wireless Power Consortium’s (WPC) Qi standard. The V1.0 specification outlines the function and performance of an interoperable wireless charging system. The ratification of the standard...
ZMDI Records Strong Growth in First Half Year 2010
September 8, 2010 12:20 pm | by PowerPulse.net | News | CommentsZentrum Mikroelektronik Dresden AG (ZMDI) registered healthy growth for the first six months of 2010 and upgraded its revenue forecast for the current fiscal year. According to figures published by the company, revenues for...
Thin-Film Batteries - Emerging Energy Storage at DPF 2010
September 8, 2010 8:03 am | by Linnea Brush | Blogs | CommentsPower supply technologies are often synergistic, and the success of one can be dependent on the success of another.
Centrosolar Establishes UK Subsidiary
September 7, 2010 1:20 pm | by PowerPulse.net | News | CommentsCentrosolar has established an international subsidiary in the UK. Following the introduction of attractive feed-in tariffs in April, Centrosolar UK Ltd. will be in a position to respond to increased demand for photovoltaic systems...
Power-One Begins Manufacturing Renewable Energy Inverters in Canada
September 7, 2010 1:20 pm | by PowerPulse.net | News | CommentsPower-One, Inc. announced that it has commenced production of its renewable energy inverters for the photovoltaic (PV) and wind markets in Ontario, Canada. Power-One is producing products for sale in Canada’s residential, commercial and...
LDK Solar Expands Vertical Manufacturing
September 7, 2010 1:20 pm | by PowerPulse.net | News | CommentsLDK Solar Co., Ltd. announced that it has expanded its vertical manufacturing by successfully completing the installation and trial runs of the first production line of solar cells in its newly installed manufacturing facility...
Electrical Safety Production Testing on Power Supplies
September 7, 2010 8:32 am | by David Norton, V.P. – Marketing, TDK-Lambda Americas | Articles | CommentsOne area of production safety testing that TDK-Lambda routinely gets inquiries on is the dielectric withstand test, sometimes known the as dielectric strength test or “hi-pot” test. Hi-pot testing, derived from “high potential”, ensures that good isolation exists between parts of the system.
What Is Most Important to the Future of Power?
September 7, 2010 7:52 am | by Linnea Brush | Blogs | CommentsWhat will be the most important driver for the power electronics industry in the next few years: Architectures? Topologies? Materials? Applications? This is a hotly debated question that has no clear answers...
The Big Switch-Off
September 7, 2010 5:56 am | by Edward Ong, Product Marketing Manager, Power Integrations | Articles | CommentsThe most effective way to mitigate the impact of man’s energy use is to reduce power consumption. The need to reduce active-mode power consumption is obvious. Not so obvious is the need to minimize power drain in standby mode — when products are essentially doing nothing.
UPS Systems Basics
September 7, 2010 4:51 am | Videos | CommentsThis module, provided by Digi-Key and Tripp Lite, explains the need for a UPS and reviews the three types of UPS systems.
Ford Uses Liquid-Cooled Battery System to Help Focus Electric Owners Maximize Range
September 3, 2010 1:21 pm | by PowerPulse.net | News | CommentsFord announced that the all-new Ford Focus Electric, which debuts in late 2011 in the U.S. and 2012 in Europe, will be powered by a lithium-ion battery system that utilizes cooled and heated liquid...
Cisco and Itron Join Forces to Deliver Next-Generation Smart Grid Platform
September 3, 2010 1:21 pm | by PowerPulse.net | News | CommentsItron Inc. and Cisco announced a strategic alliance that they say will advance the transformation of the world’s energy infrastructure. Together, the two companies state that they will deliver a definitive 21st century Internet...
DelSolar Submits IPO Application to TWSE
September 3, 2010 1:20 pm | by PowerPulse.net | News | CommentsDelSolar Co., Ltd., a Taiwanese solar energy firm, announced that its Initial Public Offering (IPO) application has been delivered to the Taiwan Stock Exchange. DelSolar is convinced that the IPO will benefit current and...
DOE Announces Two Million Smart Grid Meters Installed Nationwide
September 2, 2010 1:20 pm | by PowerPulse.net | News | CommentsThe Department of Energy announced that two million smart grid meters have been installed across the country, helping to reduce energy costs for families and businesses. As a result of funding from the Recovery...
NESTIA Alliance Formed To Spur Electric Vehicle Advancement in China
September 2, 2010 1:20 pm | by PowerPulse.net | News | CommentsEaton Corp. announced the formation of an alliance to accelerate the deployment of electric vehicles in cities across China. NESTIA, the New Energy Sustainable Transportation International Alliance, includes Eaton, AECOM, IBM, vehicle manufacturer Beiqi...
Energy Conversion Devices Reports Fourth Quarter & Fiscal Year 2010 Financial Results
September 2, 2010 1:20 pm | by PowerPulse.net | News | CommentsEnergy Conversion Devices, Inc. (ECD) announced financial results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended June 30, 2010. Total consolidated revenues for the quarter were $86.2 million, compared to $51.4 million in the...
Deere Reaches Agreement for Sale of Wind Energy Business
September 1, 2010 12:20 pm | by PowerPulse.net | News | CommentsDeere & Company announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to sell John Deere Renewables, LLC, its wind energy business, to Exelon Generation Company, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Exelon Corp.. "As Deere sharpens...
Eltek Valere Names Roel Cortez as Director of Sales and GM of Mexico & Central American Regions
September 1, 2010 12:20 pm | by PowerPulse.net | News | CommentsEltek Valere announced it has named Roel Cortez as the company’s new Director of Sales and General Manager for Mexico and Central American regions. Cortez will also be responsible for managing Eltek Valere’s offices...
What is Most-Important to the Future of Power? You Can Weigh-in on this at Darnell Power Forum
September 1, 2010 12:20 pm | by PowerPulse.net | News | CommentsDarnell’s Power Forum (DPF ’10), to be hosted in Chicago September 13-15, will feature a Roundtable Discussion of: What will be the Most Important Driver for the Power Electronics Industry in the Future: Architectures,...
