New materials to boost stability of perovskite solar cells
14 September, 2022A team of researchers from Lithuania have synthesised the materials that were used for constructing a solar cell module, with an efficiency of 21.4%.
Diamond quantum sensors used to extend EV driving range
09 September, 2022A diamond quantum sensor-based detection technique has been developed to accurately estimate battery charge and extend driving range for electric vehicles.
Power Quality Monitoring for PQES
01 September, 2022 | Supplied by: Excelpoint Systems (Pte) LtdThe importance of power quality cannot be overstated. There are innovative PQES solutions on the market that can assess power quality and provide data analysis for proactive approaches to any issues detected.
Batteries not required: self-powered wearable monitors health
01 September, 2022Researchers have invented a self-powered, wireless wearable device that can monitor a user's pulse and wirelessly communicate with a nearby smartphone or tablet.
Using perovskite–silicon tandem solar cells to improve efficiency
30 August, 2022Researchers have discovered that reordering the layers in solar-cell modules can help improve efficiency.
Battery generates electricity from air moisture
23 August, 2022Using sea salt as a sustainable moisture absorbent, researchers have developed a rechargeable fabric-like battery that provides higher electrical output than conventional AA batteries.
Amping up Li-ion battery performance with black glass
17 August, 2022Scientists have developed black glasses grafted with silicon microparticles as negative electrode material to improve lithium-ion battery performance.
A faster-charging hydrogen fuel cell
17 August, 2022Researchers have developed a new technique to accelerate the charging of solid-state hydrogen fuel cells.
Biofilm generates continuous electricity from sweat
17 August, 2022Researchers have engineered a bacterial biofilm that can produce continuous electricity from sweat; a discovery that could revolutionise wearable electronics.
Researchers improve efficiency of organic solar cells by 10%
12 August, 2022Researchers have developed a process to improve organic solar cell electrical conductivity by 20 times and photoelectric conversion efficiency by 10% at room temperature.
Old solar panels upcycled into thermoelectric material
10 August, 2022Scientists turned old solar panels into a high-performance, energy-harvesting thermoelectric material that harvests heat and converts it into electricity.
TDK-Lambda CCG series industrial DC/DC converters
09 August, 2022 | Supplied by: Transfer Multisort Elektronik Sp. z o.o.TDK-Lambda has released the CCG series of industrial converters in a square case with a 1″ x 1″ footprint. The devices are designed for demanding applications such as industry, transportation and automation.
Hydrogen fuel-cell technology lights up Marvel Stadium
08 August, 2022 | Supplied by: Toyota Motor Corporation Australia LtdIn a demonstration of its hydrogen technology, Toyota used a stationary fuel cell to power the iconic Marvel Stadium sign and coaches' box for the Round 19 AFL clash.
An extra layer for perovskite–silicon tandem solar cells
03 August, 2022Inserting a magnesium fluoride layer in multilayered perovskite–silicon tandem solar cells can stall charge recombination and enhance performance.
Disposable paper battery developed: just add water
03 August, 2022The study authors suggest that their battery could be used to power a wide range of low-power, single-use disposable electronics.
