International Rectifier (IR)® announced the availability of a new online design tool that enables electrical and thermal simulation and design optimization for...
IEEE has announced the ratification of the 1815 Distributed Network Protocol (DNP3) standard for electric power systems communications. The new standard, which improves device interoperability and strengthens security protocols, was fast-tracked for completion and was delivered in only seven months. Scheduled for final publication in July 2010, IEEE 1815 is expected to play a significant […]
Starting in mid-2011, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced, consumers shopping for light bulbs will notice new labeling on packaging designed to...
Hewlett Packard (HP) introduced the HP Intelligent Power Distribution Unit (iPDU) for precise local and remote monitoring of power consumption at the...
IEEE announced IEEE P1547.8, a draft standard establishing a common technical platform for distributed resources interconnection applications. The proposed standard expands upon IEEE 1547, while incorporating industry and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) recommendations for improved interconnection performance functionality. It also addresses energy storage challenges coming into play across the distributed resources and […]
Duracell Smart Power announced an expansion of its portfolio of personal power products with new myGrid™ kits that offer consumers the ability to charge the latest mobile devices. Recognizing the rapidly evolving needs of the modern consumer, Duracell now offers myGrid kits for Apple products, and smart phones with micro-USB ports. With the Duracell myGrid, […]
Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is developing a first-edition standard for induction power transmitters and receivers for use with low-energy products. UL 2738 applies to induction power transmitters, such as wireless battery chargers, employing magnetic induction coils that transmit energy to receiving coils in low-energy devices, such as cell phones, portable media players and global positioning devices. […]
Media reports reveal that Google is hoping to expand the capabilities of its PowerMeter technology to include the monitoring of water and natural gas use, in addition to the monitoring of home electricity usage. The PowerMeter allows users to monitor home energy consumption on smartphones or PCs using data collected from smart meter sensors. Thus […]
UL Environment, Inc. announced that Delta Electronics, Inc. is the first Taiwan-based company to earn UL Environment’s Energy Efficiency Certification (EEC) Mark validating U.S. EPA ENERGY STAR® performance for external power adapters. Delta was the first manufacturer to complete testing and certification through UL’s network of laboratories outside of the US. The mark will appear […]
GE announced that it surpassed $5 billion in ecomagination research and development investment in 2009, one year ahead of schedule, and committed to invest an additional $10 billion by 2015. GE has released its 2009 ecomagination annual report, which details the significant progress and milestones achieved since the May 2005 launch, including the announcement of […]
Actel Corp. announced a power management solution for its newly introduced SmartFusion™ intelligent mixed signal FPGAs. Actel’s Mixed Signal Power Manager (MPM) Solution includes a complete reference design with graphical configurator to enter power sequencing and trimming requirements. The design takes full advantage of the capabilities of SmartFusion devices and is targeted to the MPM […]
The Distributed-power Open Standards Alliance (DOSA) recently approved specification standards for "Second Generation Single Output Pin DC-DC Converters with Digital Connections" for both the quarter and eighth brick format. These new standards maintain complete backward compatibility with the first-generation quarter and eighth brick standards, covering all types of isolated converters, including fully regulated and unregulated […]
Emerson Network Power announced that it is partnering with Panduit to meet the rising demand for effective enterprise system integration and risk management in the data center. Panduit and Emerson Network Power are working together on a global level to incorporate Liebert precision cooling, smart uninterruptible power supply (UPS) solutions and other monitoring and management […]
Texas Instruments Inc. (TI) introduced the TPS657051, a small power management unit that supports portable consumer electronics and space-limited applications, such as webcams or heat- or noise-sensitive embedded camera modules. Available in a 2 x 2mm WCSP package, the device features two 400mA step-down converters, a 200mA low dropout linear regulator (LDO), and additional supporting […]
Axial Vector Energy Corp. announced the successful development of what it says is the world’s first network appliance capable of intelligently controlling start up and shutdown of individual Bluetooth networked home appliances (e.g., pool equipment, air conditioners, electric dryers, and electric water heaters) during peak rate hours. The Good Green Energy™ Genius Box also coordinates […]