US-based power systems supplier MicroPower Direct has released three new models in its MSR78xx series of point-of-load (POL) switching regulators. The regulators are designed for space-constrained, high-reliability applications across industries such as industrial automation, …
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Over 2,500 Mercedes-Benz eCitaro buses are in use by European transport companies – Top Topic
by Editorby EditorThe Mercedes-Benz eCitaro has reached a milestone: since series production of the low-floor electric bus began in 2018, more than 2,500 units have been delivered to customers. Large numbers of the eCitaro are plying …
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Comau and Intecells use cold plasma to boost battery electrode production efficiency – Top Topic
by Editorby EditorComau has announced a partnership with Intecells to implement cold plasma technology for more efficient manufacturing of battery electrodes. Intecells’ patented cold plasma process removes the need for traditional solvents and binders in electrode …
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Mercedes-Benz HPC to install over 500 EV fast charging stalls at Federal Realty properties – Top Topic
by Editorby EditorFederal Realty Investment Trust has selected Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging (HPC) to install over 500 EV fast charging stalls across at least 50 of its open-air retail properties nationwide, beginning in 2026. The initial deployment …
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New EPC inverter brings GaN power to medium-voltage motor drives – Top Topic
by Editorby EditorUS-based Efficient Power Conversion (EPC), which supplies enhancement-mode gallium nitride (eGaN) power devices, has released the EPC9196, a three-phase BLDC motor drive inverter reference design powered by the EPC2304 eGaN FET. The EPC9196 is …
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Lilac successfully operates lithium extraction demo plant in Argentina – Top Topic
by Editorby EditorUS-based Lilac Solutions, which is developing direct lithium extraction (DLE) technology, has demonstrated operation of its lithium extraction demonstration plant in Jujuy, Argentina. The plant uses Lilac’s fourth-generation ion exchange (IX) technology, achieving 91% …
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Martindale Electric launches new EVSE socket tester for Type 2 connectors – Top Topic
by Editorby EditorElectrical safety specialist Martindale Electric has been delivering testing, measurement and safe isolation solutions for 95 years. Now the company has unveiled a new type of EV socket tester. The BZ820-EV performs functional electrical …
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Optimizing the thermal management ecosystem in EV batteries – Top Topic
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Sponsored by Avery Dennison. Continued optimization of battery design means addressing thermal runaway and other issues. Pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) tapes may be an important part of the solution. By Max VanRaaphorst—Market Manager, Energy Storage …
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Boyd opens battery material test lab in California to accelerate battery design – Top Topic
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Boyd, a US-based developer of battery thermal propagation prevention and thermal runaway containment technology, has opened a battery material test laboratory in San Jose, California. Equipped with comprehensive test equipment, onsite material samples and …
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Wattlab delivers a hybrid solar-powered inland shipping vessel – Top Topic
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Wattlab is a Netherlands-based company that delivers solar power solutions for the shipping industry. HGK Shipping is a European inland waterway shipping company that operates a fleet of 350 vessels. Now Wattlab has delivered …
