A123 Systems announced that it has signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Wanxiang Group Corp. establishing the framework for a strategic investment through which Wanxiang would invest up to $450 million in A123. Wanxiang is China’s largest automotive components manufacturer and one of China’s largest non-government-owned companies. Wanxiang’s proposed investment in A123 is […]
CD-adapco announced the release of a computer-aided engineering tool, called STAR-CCM + Battery Simulation Module, designed to simulate spirally wound lithium-ion battery cells. The technology is aimed at helping the automotive and battery industries more quickly design and develop advanced electric drive vehicle power sources. The project, which began in August 2011, is co-sponsored by […]
Boston-Power, Inc. announced a multi-year agreement to provide battery systems to Beijing Electric Vehicle Company (BJEV), the electric vehicle delivery arm of Beijing Automotive Industry Company (BAIC). Reflecting a long-standing working relationship between the two companies, it is projected that Boston-Power’s battery systems will be used in hundreds of electric vehicles (EVs) starting in 2012 […]
Asahi Kasei Plastics N.A. Inc. is working with Unified Energies International, Inc. in the development of the "Windstrument™" wind turbine to bring affordable renewable energy to the masses. Windstrument was developed for both residential use and utility scale projects including entire communities, neighborhoods or agricultural groups coming together on a project basis to generate their […]
Dynex Semiconductor is celebrating the launch of its new Research & Development Center (RDC) – part of an €11.25 million investment in...
Linear Technology Corp. introduced the LTC2996 high accuracy temperature sensor for 2.25 to 5.5V systems. The LTC2996 measures a remote diode’s temperature with ±1°C accuracy and its own die temperature with ±2°C accuracy while rejecting errors due to noise and series resistance. The device provides a voltage-proportional-to-absolute-temperature (VPTAT) output, as well as individual undertemperature and […]
The CSM Series from Stackpole utilizes a metal alloy plate, which is protected by a thin molded package. The CSM Series is...
Schneider Electric announced the rebranding of its online energy management and sustainability platform to Resource Advisor. The software platform, previously known as dashboarDView, was obtained during the 2011 acquisition of Summit Energy by Schneider Electric. "The transition to Resource Advisor reflects the necessity to provide a consistent visual design and the characteristics of legacy Schneider […]
The Piccolo™ microcontrollers from Texas Instruments Inc. (TI) bring 32-bit real-time control to applications typically unable to justify the associated cost, such as household appliances, industrial textile machines and compressors. The new C2000™ Piccolo TMS320F2802x microcontrollers offer what is described as significant integrated analog hardware on chip while enabling increased power efficiency and system protection. […]
Texas Instruments Inc. (TI) introduced high-efficiency power management controllers that save standby power to help smartphone users consume less electricity with their 5-watt cube adapters, even when they are left plugged into the wall. The new UCC28700 primary-side controllers will enable smaller cubes, wireless power charging stations and other AC-powered equipment. TI also introduced the […]
GE Intelligent Platforms announced the PACSystems® RX3i Power Sync and Measurement module. Designed for use in facilities such as data centers, banks, hospitals and e-commerce businesses, it is an advanced power management solution that integrates power grid synchronization and measurement directly into mission critical control systems, enhancing the ability to maintain continuous operations. As a […]
First Solar, Inc. announced financial results for the second quarter of 2012. Net sales were $957 million in the quarter, an increase of $460 million from the first quarter of 2012 and $425 million from the second quarter of 2011. The increases were primarily due to an increase in the number and size of projects […]
In what could propel electric vehicles (EVs) miles down the road toward commercial viability, GE researchers, in partnership with Ford Motor Company</b< and the University of Michigan, will develop a smart, miniaturized sensing system that has the potential to significantly extend the life of car batteries over conventional battery systems used in electric vehicles today. […]
Eaton Corp. announced the latest addition to its backup power portfolio, the Eaton 5P uninterruptible power system (UPS), an enterprise-class power management and battery backup solution with industry-leading efficiency for network closets and small data centers. The 5P supports entry-level virtualization strategies through seamless integration with Eaton’s Intelligent Power Software Suite™, and enhances equipment protection […]
TheZigBee® Alliance announced a new initiative examining approaches for using the 920 MHz frequency band in Japan for home energy management . This initiative will evaluate use of the forthcoming ZigBee Internet Protocol (IP) specification and the IEEE 802.15.4g standard to help Japan create smart homes that improve energy management and efficiency. Last December, Japan’s […]