Charging lithium-ion batteries with solar cells
31 August, 2015Most solar cells fail to meet the power requirements needed to directly charge lithium-ion batteries used in today's all-electric and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles.
Better solid-state batteries
21 August, 2015 by David L Chandler, MIT News OfficeResearchers at MIT and Samsung have developed a new approach to one of the three basic components of batteries, the electrolyte.
Microscopic rake doubles solar cell efficiency
17 August, 2015A new manufacturing technique could double the electricity output of inexpensive solar cells by using a microscopic rake when applying light-harvesting polymers.
Optical fibre laser for biomedical applications
10 August, 2015 by Francis Sedgemore*Researchers at Graphene Flagship have developed an optical fibre laser that emits pulses with durations equivalent to just a few wavelengths of the light used. The laser is suitable for use in ultrafast spectroscopy and in surgical lasers that avoid heat damage to living tissue.
SEMIKUBE SlimLine three-phase solar inverters
30 July, 2015 | Supplied by: Semikron DanfossThe SEMIKUBE SlimLine three-phase solar inverter features easy cabinet assembly, full system monitoring and environmental and electrical robustness. It is available in four different frames, covering a power range of 75-1000 kVA with a power density up to 7.8 kVA/L.
US Navy eyes graphene for ultimate power control
24 July, 2015The Office of Naval Research has awarded University at Buffalo engineers an $800,000 grant to develop narrow strips of graphene called nanoribbons that may someday revolutionise how power is controlled in ships.
Sticky tape for ultrathin LEDs and solar cells
21 July, 2015Australian National University scientists studying thin layers of phosphorus have found surprising properties that could open the door to ultrathin and ultralight solar cells and LEDs.
Solar cell that produces fuel rather than electricity
20 July, 2015Researchers have used gallium phosphide to develop a solar cell that produces the clean fuel hydrogen gas from liquid water.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
