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Solar Pioneer Urges UK Manufacturing Support

Solar Pioneer Urges UK Manufacturing Support

A leading UK researcher and entrepreneur, Henry Snaith, is advocating for increased support for solar technology in the UK. As the Professor of Renewable Energy at Oxford University Physics Department and the chief scientific officer of Oxford PV, Snaith highlights the challenges...

Published on: August 12, 2024

Breakthrough: First Aging Simulation Model for Sodium Ion Battery Cells

Breakthrough: First Aging Simulation Model for Sodium Ion Battery Cells

Twaice, a company based in Germany, has made a significant breakthrough in battery technology by developing an aging model specifically designed for sodium-ion battery cells. This marks the first time that a simulation model for battery aging has been tailored to non-lithium...

Published on: August 12, 2024

Comparing Carbon Footprints: Floating vs. Land Solar Systems

Comparing Carbon Footprints: Floating vs. Land Solar Systems

Josco Kester, Scientist at TNO, recently shared insights from a study on the environmental impact of floating photovoltaic (PV) systems in Western Europe. According to Kester, the study revealed that floating PV systems on inland water bodies could significantly reduce greenhouse gas...

Published on: August 12, 2024

Efficient Cooling Material Boosts Performance Sans Electricity

Efficient Cooling Material Boosts Performance Sans Electricity

Radiative cooling is a revolutionary technology that harnesses the power of infrared radiation to reduce temperatures without the need for electricity. By releasing heat through the atmospheric window, this eco-friendly cooling method is gaining popularity as a sustainable alternative to traditional air...

Published on: August 12, 2024

Cutting-Edge Solar Cell Aims for 45% Efficiency

Cutting-Edge Solar Cell Aims for 45% Efficiency

Researchers in the UK have made a significant breakthrough in solar cell technology at Oxford University. They have successfully developed a multijunction solar cell that can be sprayed onto any surface with an impressive efficiency of 27%, and they are aiming to...

Published on: August 11, 2024

Compact 3W DC-DC Converter with 8:1 Input Ratio

Compact 3W DC-DC Converter with 8:1 Input Ratio

Traco Power, a leading manufacturer of power solutions, has recently introduced a cutting-edge 3W DC-DC converter housed in a compact SIP-8 plastic case. This innovative converter comes with an impressive 8:1 input range, setting it apart from its predecessors in terms of...

Published on: August 09, 2024

Novel Photoacoustic Model Addresses Bias in Medical Sensors

Novel Photoacoustic Model Addresses Bias in Medical Sensors

Researchers in the UK are utilizing a unique combination of ultrasound and light to enhance the accuracy of medical sensors for various conditions, including cancers. The team at the University of Cambridge’s Cavendish Laboratory has devised a model that boosts the precision...

Published on: August 09, 2024

Vitesco Enhances DC-DC Converter Design with CoolGaN Technology

Vitesco Enhances DC-DC Converter Design with CoolGaN Technology

Vitesco Technologies has made a significant advancement in automotive technology by incorporating gallium nitride transistors in its fifth-generation DC-DC converter. The Gen5+ converter, developed by Vitesco, utilizes 650V CoolGan transistors from Infineon Technologies to achieve an impressive efficiency of over 96%. This...

Published on: August 09, 2024

Synopsys Applauds US Progress on Digital Twin and Chip R&D

Synopsys Applauds US Progress on Digital Twin and Chip R&D

The US Chips Act is entering its second year with a renewed focus on research and development, aiming to propel the semiconductor industry forward with innovations such as digital twins and chiplets.According to Dustin Todd, Vice President of Government Affairs at Synopsys,...

Published on: August 09, 2024

Fraunhofer and GF Collaborate on Cutting-Edge Memory Technologies

Fraunhofer and GF Collaborate on Cutting-Edge Memory Technologies

The Fraunhofer Institute for Photonic Microsystems IPMS is deepening its partnership with GlobalFoundries in Dresden to incorporate cutting-edge memory technologies into their collaborative efforts.The Centre Nanoelectronic Technologies (CNT) at Fraunhofer IPMS is dedicated to exploring innovative processes and ideas for memory modules...

Published on: August 09, 2024