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Various Wireless Power Transfer Techniques in Neural Stimulators and Other Implantable Medtech

Wireless power transfer technologies are being extensively studied and developed for use in implantable medical devices, the advantages of which include the early detection of diseases and the treatment of specific defective organs. This article will explore wireless power transfer in neural stimulators and outline the key benefits and design challenges.

April 08, 2021 by Emmanuel Ikimi

Will Micromobility Ever Become Fully Popularised in Europe’s Cities?

Micromobility is technically illegal on some of Europe’s streets, but its increasing public demand and eco-friendliness suggest that it should be pushed forward. We look at some of the many companies that are helping to bolster electric micro vehicle uptake, and ask: could it ever be considered as practical as driving a car?

February 10, 2021 by Lianne Frith

Is the UK Rushing the Electric Vehicle Revolution?

In 2020, the UK government announced its plans to ban the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2030—an admirable, but incredibly ambitious, aim. Given the infrastructure and charging network required, the question arises: is the UK’s target viable, or is it rushing the electric vehicle revolution?

January 17, 2021 by Lianne Frith

Is Vehicle-to-Grid Technology Sustainable?

We reportedly leave our cars parked up to 95% of the time, and on top of this, electrical grids currently have limited storage facilities. Points such as these have inspired a potential solution: vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology. We consider the extent to which this promising power innovation may be sustainable.

January 14, 2021 by Emmanuel Ikimi

Will Gallium Nitride Soon Be Charging All Our Devices?

With the average household containing at least five connected electronic devices, there are huge expectations around charging capabilities and performance. While silicon has battled with delivering fast charging through small devices, gallium nitride (GaN) technology is uniquely positioned to provide a solution to the challenge.

December 24, 2020 by Lianne Frith

Following the UK’s 2030 Petrol Ban Announcement: What Can the Country Do for a Better EV Infrastructure?

The large-scale production of EVs (electric vehicles) is already well underway in the UK and may well revolutionise its automotive industry, particularly after the government’s recent petrol ban announcement. Nevertheless, for the UK to accommodate its number of EVs on the road, further technological and infrastructural considerations are required.

December 22, 2020 by Misha Khan

‘Ultra Fast Electrode’ Promises Huge Increase in EV Battery Performance

Researchers from the South Korean Pohang University of Science and Technology have recently announced their development of a faster charging and longer-lasting lithium-ion battery material that can charge an EV (electric vehicle) up to 90% in just six minutes.

November 24, 2020 by Luke James

Why EV Battery Swapping May Prove a Breakthrough in Transport Electrification

Following the car manufacturer NIO’s deployment of its EV (electric vehicle) battery swapping stations over much of China, we consider the benefits of this promising alternative to traditional EV charging stations.

September 25, 2020 by Asma Arooj

Ultra-Fast Charging Drones: New ‘FlashBattery’ Can Recharge Drones in Five Minutes

An Israeli firm, StoreDot, claims that it has developed a battery called a ‘UFC FlashBattery’ for drones that can recharge in five minutes and cuts down on costs.

September 10, 2020 by Luke James

BQ25790 and BQ25792 Buck-Boost Charger ICs for Attaining Maximum Power Density and High Efficiency

Texas Instruments has launched the industry’s smallest buck-boost charger ICs (integrated circuits) by which engineers can easily extend battery life up to five times at the minimum. The ICs are specially designed to achieve 50% greater power density and maximum efficiency enhanced for fast charging.

August 08, 2020 by Asma Arooj

USB-C: An Evolution in Power Standards for Portable Smart Devices

The EU is in the process of finalising a law that will force all portable smart devices to use USB-C as the standard for power and data connection.

June 11, 2020 by Emily Gray-Fow

The Challenges of Creating an Electric Vehicle Ecosystem

Electric vehicles (EVs) being positioned as a clean energy alternative that will help countries across the globe achieve their zero carbon emissions targets.

June 07, 2020 by Lianne Frith

Durable and Washable e-Textiles Developed for Use in Wireless Charging Electronics

Powercast Corporation and Liquid X have announced a partnership that will enable garment manufacturers to better integrate wireless power functionality and washable e-textiles.

May 22, 2020 by Sara McCaslin

Methods and Applications of Wireless Power Transfer

The concept of wireless power transfer (or WPT) was first developed by Nikola Tesla in the late 19th century. The near-field and the far-field are two techniques to consider when making wireless power transfer designs.

March 16, 2020 by Abdulwaliy Oyekunle

Primary Power Electronics Components: Modes of Operation and Modern Applications

Power electronics is a core field of electrical engineering with a plethora of technological applications.

March 09, 2020 by Emmanuel Ikimi

RAC03-K/GB Series: RECOM’S 3W AC-DC Energy Efficient Modules

With new IoT applications on the horizon in 2020 and beyond, RECOM has created a new high-quality, no-load power consumption, and cost-effective series of interconnected application modules having a minimal 1 x 1 inches footprint size which offers optimal standby mode.

January 16, 2020 by Luke James

STMicroelectronics’ ST730MR LDO Voltage Regulator for Medium Voltage Applications

STMicroelectronics’ ST730MR is a 300 mA, 28V low-dropout voltage regulator with a quiescent current of only 5 microamps.

November 20, 2019 by Luke James

TDK GXE600 Power Supply with a Product Life Expectancy of 7 Years

The GXE600 is a medically certified series of power supplies that offer constant voltage / constant current (CVCC) operation through RS-485 communication.

November 14, 2019 by Luke James

STMicroelectronics to Supply Silicon-Carbide Power Electronics to Renault for High Speed Battery Charging in EVs

STMicroelectronics, a global semiconductor leader, has announced it will supply these electronics to Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi to enable high-speed charging in the next generation of electric vehicles.

October 01, 2019 by Luke James

How Solar Power Cars Work: Exploring Solar Electronics

The transport sector in Europe remains one of the most significant contributors to greenhouse gases such as CO2 and nitrogen oxides (aka NOx) from the exhaust pipes of vehicles. Thankfully, engineers are working on eco-friendly automotive solutions—and an exciting example of them are solar-powered vehicles.

September 23, 2019 by Sam Holland

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Various Wireless Power Transfer Techniques in Neural Stimulators and Other Implantable Medtech

Will Micromobility Ever Become Fully Popularised in Europe’s Cities?

Is the UK Rushing the Electric Vehicle Revolution?

Is Vehicle-to-Grid Technology Sustainable?

Will Gallium Nitride Soon Be Charging All Our Devices?

Following the UK’s 2030 Petrol Ban Announcement: What Can the Country Do for a Better EV Infrastructure?

‘Ultra Fast Electrode’ Promises Huge Increase in EV Battery Performance

Why EV Battery Swapping May Prove a Breakthrough in Transport Electrification

Ultra-Fast Charging Drones: New ‘FlashBattery’ Can Recharge Drones in Five Minutes

BQ25790 and BQ25792 Buck-Boost Charger ICs for Attaining Maximum Power Density and High Efficiency

USB-C: An Evolution in Power Standards for Portable Smart Devices

The Challenges of Creating an Electric Vehicle Ecosystem

Durable and Washable e-Textiles Developed for Use in Wireless Charging Electronics

Methods and Applications of Wireless Power Transfer

Primary Power Electronics Components: Modes of Operation and Modern Applications

RAC03-K/GB Series: RECOM’S 3W AC-DC Energy Efficient Modules

STMicroelectronics’ ST730MR LDO Voltage Regulator for Medium Voltage Applications

TDK GXE600 Power Supply with a Product Life Expectancy of 7 Years

STMicroelectronics to Supply Silicon-Carbide Power Electronics to Renault for High Speed Battery Charging in EVs

How Solar Power Cars Work: Exploring Solar Electronics

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Various Wireless Power Transfer Techniques in Neural Stimulators and Other Implantable Medtech

Will Micromobility Ever Become Fully Popularised in Europe’s Cities?

Is the UK Rushing the Electric Vehicle Revolution?

Is Vehicle-to-Grid Technology Sustainable?

Will Gallium Nitride Soon Be Charging All Our Devices?

Following the UK’s 2030 Petrol Ban Announcement: What Can the Country Do for a Better EV Infrastructure?

‘Ultra Fast Electrode’ Promises Huge Increase in EV Battery Performance

Why EV Battery Swapping May Prove a Breakthrough in Transport Electrification

Ultra-Fast Charging Drones: New ‘FlashBattery’ Can Recharge Drones in Five Minutes

BQ25790 and BQ25792 Buck-Boost Charger ICs for Attaining Maximum Power Density and High Efficiency

USB-C: An Evolution in Power Standards for Portable Smart Devices

The Challenges of Creating an Electric Vehicle Ecosystem

Durable and Washable e-Textiles Developed for Use in Wireless Charging Electronics

Methods and Applications of Wireless Power Transfer

Primary Power Electronics Components: Modes of Operation and Modern Applications

RAC03-K/GB Series: RECOM’S 3W AC-DC Energy Efficient Modules

STMicroelectronics’ ST730MR LDO Voltage Regulator for Medium Voltage Applications

TDK GXE600 Power Supply with a Product Life Expectancy of 7 Years

STMicroelectronics to Supply Silicon-Carbide Power Electronics to Renault for High Speed Battery Charging in EVs

How Solar Power Cars Work: Exploring Solar Electronics

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