MAX1908 battery charger
13 May, 2003Maxim's MAX1908 is a highly integrated, multichemistry battery charger that simplifies the construction of chargers.
Battery design for powering tiny devices
05 April, 2003Though many people have never heard of them, the emerging realm of micro-scale devices - called microelectromechanical systems, or MEMS - could change the medical, automotive and aerospace industries, except for one thing
Electronic battery chargers
11 February, 2003Mastervolt has introduced three battery chargers: the IVO Smart 12/10, 24/6 and 12/15-2. Making use of high frequency switchmode technology the models are ultra compact and lightweight while providing power, correct charging and battery maintenance.
Is the 'smart' battery a help or deterrent?
05 January, 2003 by Isidor Buchmann*, President, Cadex Electronics IncThe battery has the inherent problem of not being able to communicate with the user. Neither weight, colour, nor size provides an indication of the battery's state-of-charge and state-of-health. The user is at the mercy of the battery
Will rechargeables replace the primary battery?
05 June, 2002Electrical energy from non-rechargeable (primary) batteries is very expensive, and many organisations are switching to rechargeable (secondary) batteries. This article examines the advantages, limitations and economics of primary and secondary batteries
Coin Cell Retainer
14 May, 2002Keystone Electronics has added a low-profile coin cell retainer for 2450 coin cells to its range of battery retainers.
