Mornsun LN series AC/DC converters for extreme temperatures
07 July, 2015 | Supplied by: DLPC Pty LtdThe Mornsun LN series 1 to 3 W AC/DC converters don't require any electrolytic capacitors; they therefore solve the problems of poor high/low-temperature characteristics and short lifespans in power products caused by electrolytic capacitor limitations.
New porous Li-ion batteries are safer and tougher
06 July, 2015Scientists have developed a high-performance lithium-ion battery from a porous solid which is stable at high temperatures.
Leaf-inspired micro-supercapacitor
02 July, 2015Scientists have developed a new micro-supercapacitor structure inspired by the intricate design of leaves in order to take advantage of the natural transport pathways.
Mornsun R3 Series DC/DC converters
02 July, 2015 | Supplied by: Fairmont MarketingMornsun's third (R3) generation of DC/DC converters is said to reduce standby power consumption to as low as 0.12 W and raise light-load efficiency up to 78%. This enables the product to solve temperature rise issues when operating in light-load conditions for long periods.
New technique for visualising the activity of individual ions
29 June, 2015 by John GriffinA new technique allows researchers to visualise the activity of individual ions inside battery-like devices, known as supercapacitors. The method could be used to optimise and improve the devices for real-world applications, including electric cars, where they can be used alongside batteries to enhance a vehicle's performance.
Future Tech Concepts portable mini jump starters
25 June, 2015 | Supplied by: Future Tech Concepts Pty LtdFuture Tech Concepts has released a range of portable mini jump starters. Catering for vehicles of all sizes, the jump starters have the built-in multifunctionality of being a power bank for all the user's electronic needs.
Start-up reinvents lithium-ion battery manufacturing process
25 June, 2015 by David L Chandler, MIT News OfficeA new manufacturing approach for lithium-ion batteries is said to significantly reduce the manufacturing cost.
Preventing dendrite formation in lithium batteries
24 June, 2015Adding lithium nitrate and lithium polysulfide to the electrolytes of lithium metal batteries could keep them from catching fire.
Spaghetti, meatballs and solar cell storage
22 June, 2015UCLA researchers have developed a new technology that is capable of storing solar energy for up to several weeks — an advance that could change the way scientists think about designing solar cells.
Key to quick battery charging time
19 June, 2015Researchers have discovered the structure and transport properties of the 'intermediate state' in lithium-ion batteries — key to understanding the mechanisms of charge and discharge in rechargeable batteries.
Soft batteries made from wood
04 June, 2015Researchers from KTH Royal Institute of Technology and Stanford University have used nanocellulose broken down from tree fibres to produce an elastic, foam-like battery material that can withstand shock and stress.
'Designer carbon' boosts battery performance
01 June, 2015Stanford University scientists have created a new carbon material that significantly boosts the performance of energy-storage technologies.
OSU invention captures wasted mobile phone energy, feeds it back to battery
29 May, 2015The Ohio State University has developed a new technology that is claimed to make mobile phone batteries last up to 30% longer on a single charge.
Vicor VIA PFM AC-DC front-end module
28 May, 2015 | Supplied by: Vicor CorporationVicor Corporation has introduced its high-density, low-profile, integrated VIA PFM AC-DC front-end power modules. The converter modules achieve a power density of 8 W/cm3 supplying an isolated, PFC-regulated 24 or 48 V SELV DC output at up to 400 W from the universal AC input range of 85 to 264 V with 93% peak efficiency.
ITP Australia begins Li-ion battery trial
22 May, 2015ITP Australia has received funding from ARENA to conduct independent testing of the performance of six major lithium-ion battery brands, an 'advanced' lead-acid battery and a conventional lead-acid battery.
