Batteries & Other Energy Storage Devices
September 2024
Michael Walsh, CEO at Green Cubes Technology
Green Cubes Technology (Green Cubes), the leader in producing Lithium-ion (Li-ion) power systems that facilitate the transition from lead-acid batteries and Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) power to green Li-ion battery power, is proud to announce the launch of its Lithium SAFEFlex PLUS batteries based on UL
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Date:
09/27/2024
Global Li-ion Battery Storage Annual Installations by Chemistry Split (%). Source: IDTechEx
Li-ion batteries remain the dominant electrochemical energy storage technology in the global market. As written in their new market report, IDTechEx estimates that in 2023 alone, 92.3 GWh of Li-ion BESS (battery energy storage system) was deployed globally across market sectors, including grid-scale, commercial an
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Date:
09/23/2024
Illustration of some battery components in which PFAS substances may be used. Source: IDTechEx
Sustainability is a growing concern for OEMs of both consumer-facing and industry-facing products. Incumbent energy storage solutions have come under fire due to unsustainable extraction, manufacturing, and disposal. IDTechEx has seen increasing interest in sustainable alternatives to traditional lithium-ion an
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Date:
09/19/2024
Infyos Finds 75% of the World's Battery Supply Chain at Risk of Violating US and EU Laws on Forced Labour
Lithium-ion batteries are at the heart of the transition from fossil fuels, but fundamental supply chain changes are needed to eliminate widespread forced labour and child labour abuses.
Research by AI supply chain risk platform Infyos has identified that companies accounting for 75% of the global battery market have connections to one or more companies in the supply chain facing allegations of severe human rights abuses. Most major battery manufacturers and end batteries applications are exposed including many of the world’s largest automotive, energy storage and electronics brands.
This new industry data is compiled from evidence on Infyos’ AI supply chain risk platform using thousands of government datasets, NGO reports, news articles and soci
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Date:
09/16/2024
Silicon Anode Battery Market Surges to USD 568.76 Billion by 2031, Propelled by 29.45% CAGR
The Global Silicon Anode Battery Market Size is projected to grow at a CAGR of 29.45% from 2024 to 2031, according to a new report published by Verified Market Research®. The report reveals that the market was valued at USD 72.13 Billion in 2023 and is expected to reach USD 56
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Date:
09/10/2024
TDK Expands Inline Structure and Low-Resistance Type MEGACAP MLCCs with Metal Frames for Automotive
TDK Corporation has extended the automotive-grade CA series of its MEGACAP MLCCs with a metal frame. Mass production of the product series began in September 2024.
In recent years, the development of automobiles with electric powertrains, such as hybrid- (HEVs) and battery-electric vehicles (BEVs), and highl
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Date:
09/10/2024
Lead Intelligent Equipment Joins the Volta Foundation: A New Era of Collaboration in Battery Innovation
Lead Intelligent Equipment (LEAD Intelligent) is thrilled to announce its membership in the prestigious Volta Foundation, the world’s largest network of battery professionals. This strategic move marks a significant milestone in LEAD Intelligent’s commitment to advancing battery technology and fostering in
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Date:
09/06/2024
Graeme Purdy, Ilika CEO
Ilika, an independent global expert in solid state battery technology, announces that safety tests undertaken by independent expert assessors have demonstrated the superior safety of Goliath solid state cell battery prototypes relative to lithium-ion equivalent batteries.
University College L
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Date:
09/06/2024
Wärtsilä Introduces Quantum3: A Complete, High-Density AC Block Energy Storage System
Technology group Wärtsilä has launched Quantum3, an intelligent cutting-edge battery energy storage system (BESS) with new safety, cybersecurity, energy density, and sustainability design features. Quantum3 is the latest addition to Wärtsilä’s Quantum battery energy storage product portfolio supporting a
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Date:
09/04/2024
Bourns Model PTVS1-240-C-M
Bidirectional Power TVS Diode
Bourns, Inc., a leading manufacturer and supplier of electronic components for power, protection, and sensing solutions, today further demonstrates its innovation and technology leadership with the introduction of the industry’s first 240 V/1 kA Bidirectional Power TVS (PTVS) Diode that offers the
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Date:
09/03/2024
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Figure 1. Circuit design for measurement of light intensity
Question:
How could I measure the light intensity of different light sources?
Answer:
An LED that is red, green, and blue.
Determination of the light intensity can be crucial, for example, if you want to design the lighting of a room, or in preparing for a photoshoot. In the era of the Intern
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Date:
09/01/2024
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Figure 1: Block diagram of a CLLLC Isolated DC-DC Converter
In order to fix the problems with today’s transformers, one solution offers industry-first power conversion capabilities that move at warp speed.
Isolated DC-DC Converter – the common element of power conversion
The isolated DC-DC converter allows for efficient high-voltage power conversion. One common impl
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Date:
09/01/2024
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Figure 1: Battery backup unit (BBU) architecture in data centers
The rapid growth of data centers due to increased AI demand has amplified the need for innovative, compact, and energy-efficient power solutions. A critical component of these solutions are Battery Backup Units (BBUs), whose power ratings must scale up to meet the growing power demands, reaching up to 12 kW, wi
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Date:
09/01/2024
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