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Ally Winning, European Editor, PSD

It is no exaggeration to say that scientists around the world are working on every aspect of lithium-ion batteries to improve their performance. Consumers are crying out for extended battery life on cellphones, and also longer range and faster charging for EVs, among a million other things. More energy

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Date:

04/16/2024

Figure 1. A 300 kW battery test system (courtesy of EA Elektro-Automatik)

Evolving EV Battery Technology Challenges Test Systems

By Elektro-Automatik

Electric vehicle (EV) battery manufacturers and EV manufacturers are working to overcome the two major challenges facing electric vehicles: total travel distance before needing battery pack recharge and recharge time. As a result, battery pack voltages are rising to lower the weight and size of current-carrying co

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Date:

04/16/2024

Pivot Energy's Josh Levy

PSDcast – Community Solar w/ Coach, Kate Spade, and Stuart Weitzman

Renewable energy provider Pivot Energy has partnered with Tapestry, Inc., which represents lifestyle brands like Coach, Kate Spade, and Stuart Weitzman. The goal includes six community solar projects in Illinois, totaling 33 megawatts. And on the line to discuss this is Pivot Energy’s Josh Levy.

Date:

04/11/2024

Dr. Ali Fard, CEO of QuantalRF

QuantalRF Launches Groundbreaking 5-7 GHz Wi-Fi 7 Front-End IC in CMOS SOI

QuantalRF, the pioneering developer of RF semiconductor and antenna solutions, is proud to announce the launch of its innovative QWX27105 single-chip 5-7 GHz front-end IC, its first release in the Elementum™ family of Wi-Fi 7 products. This cutting-edge product integrates all RF front-end components into an

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Date:

04/04/2024

hofer powertrain's development center and the battery testing facility undergoing expansion

Hofer Powertrain Significantly Expands its Development and Testing Capacities for EV Batteries

hofer powertrain, a key development and technology partner for the automotive industry, announces a significant expansion of its battery testing capabilities in Nuertingen, Germany. Responding to the electric vehicle market's unprecedented growth and the rising demand for high-performance, cost-efficient, and

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Date:

04/04/2024

Ally Winning, European Editor, PSD

A Caffeine Boost for Battery Performance

Ally Winning, European Editor, PSD

For most people, there’s nothing that gives you a kick in the morning like a strong cup of coffee or tea. However, it might not be only humans that caffeine can invigorate, batteries could get a performance boost out of those drinks too. Researchers looking for new battery materials have found both tea and co

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Date:

04/01/2024