Sensor Electronic Technology, Inc. (SETi) and Seoul Viosys have started mass production of a UV LED module designed to sterilize 99.9% of the coronavirus in three seconds using “Violeds,” a UV LED technology developed by Seoul. Seoul Viosys is also developing a “Photon Shower” device that applies the UV LED technology to contribute to the […]
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Flow battery application challenges and considerations – Virtual Roundtable (part 2 of 2)
In this second part of EEWorld’s “virtual roundtable” discussion on flow batteries, our panelists delve into the impact that the emergence of flow batteries is having on energy storage compared with conventional rechargeable batteries: What factors determine when flow batteries are more cost-effective than rechargeable batteries? How do the maintenance and monitoring needs of flow […]
Flow battery capabilities and performance – Virtual Roundtable (part 1 of 2)
In this first part of EEWorld’s “virtual roundtable” discussion on flow batteries, our panelists delve into the impact that the emergence of flow batteries is having on energy storage compared with conventional rechargeable batteries: What performance advantage do flow batteries have? What is the barrier to large scale deployment? And how do the environmental or […]
Step-down, dc-dc converters optimized for in-cabin automotive apps
Dialog Semiconductor plc announces the DA913X-A product family, a new line of highly efficient, high-current, automotive-grade, step-down DC-DC (Buck) converters. The highly integrated DA913X-A devices require fewer external components than competing solutions, enabling a low system BoM cost and a reduced solution footprint. The devices operate at efficiency levels above 90%, reducing the thermal design […]
Metal terminal-type MLCCs handles high voltages
Murata Electronics announced the availability of two new metal terminal type multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) series with temperature compensating U2J characteristics. The KCM line for automotive applications delivers low loss and excellent stability performance in high temperature, high voltages, and high frequencies. Similarly, the KRM was developed for general-purpose functions, with certain models rated at […]
Surface mount chip fuses are fast-acting
Bel Fuse announces their 0685P Series of surface mount fast-acting chip fuses with high inrush current withstand capability in a single, consolidated series. These small 1206 SMD size fuses are designed for automotive and other applications that require high I2t values and high surge withstand performance. Bel’s 0685P Series of small 1206 chip size fuses feature […]
Power capacitors handle ac filtering in three-phase delta connections
TDK Corporation presents two new series of EPCOS power capacitors for AC filtering in three-phase delta connection applications. The B32375 series is designed for the low to medium power range and covers a capacitance spectrum from 3 x 5 µF to 3 x 50 µF with rated voltages from 250 VRMS to 600 VRMS. The can […]
Wireless power receiver enables bidirectional operation
Renesas Electronics Corporation introduced the P9415-R wireless power receiver with Renesas’ exclusive WattShare technology as the newest member of its wireless power solutions portfolio. The new 15W wireless power receiver enables smartphones, power banks, and portable industrial and medical equipment, to wirelessly charge other mobile devices and accessories that also have wireless charging capabilities. The P9415-R […]
Formula E Gen3 smaller batteries, regen and fast charging
The battery and energy systems of Formula E cars will change significantly with the introduction of the third generation (Gen3) design in 2022. The Gen3 specifications are scheduled to last three seasons until 2025. In Gen3 cars, the battery will be lighter (so will the entire car), it will be capable of handling fast charging […]
Formula E teams and technology partners
Formula E has a total of 12 teams with 24 drivers and 24 cars. In addition, there are numerous technology sponsors. This third and final FAQ in EEWorld’s Formula E series reviews some of the current technology partnerships of the various teams. Powertrain partners are particularly important, and battery cooling is becoming an issue, especially […]