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JUne 2013
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Feature Article
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Shippers of Lithium Batteries and Equipment Experience Delays as New Air Transport Requirements Take Effect
Bob Richard, Vice President of Regulatory Affairs, Labelmaster Services
Newly enacted regulations for transporting lithium batteries and lithium battery-powered equipment are causing various holdups due to a lack of awareness among some shipping and transport personnel. New requirements for shipping lithium batteries and lithium battery-powered equipment under the new 2013-2014 International Civil Aviation Organization’s Technical Instructions on the Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods (ICAO TI) came into force on January 1st, 2013. <read more>
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Battery Power Conference Proceedings Available
 If you were unable to attend Battery Power 2013 earlier this month, you can still stay up-to-date with the latest industy developments. The conference proceedings are now available. Proceedings include PDF versions of presentations and exhibitor profiles. Contact Julie Williams with Webcom Communications for details.
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New Products |
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Microchip Launches 8-bit Microcontrollers with Integrated Configurable Logic in 6- to 20-pin Packages
The PIC10F(LF)32X and PIC1XF(LF)150X MCUs each feature new peripherals, including Configurable Logic Cells (CLCs), Complementary Waveform Generators (CWGs) and Numerically Controlled Oscillators (NCOs), enabling functionality that was not possible before with low pincount MCUs. These general-purpose MCUs enable designers to enhance the functionality, reduce design size, and decrease the cost and power consumption of products. <read more>
Ioxus Expands iCAP Series Ultracapacitor
Ioxus, a manufacturer of ultracapacitor technology for the automotive and transportation industries, has introduced the 1200 Farad (F) cell to its portfolio of high performance ultracapacitors. The 1200F cell is a high-powered energy solution that optimizes the performance of lead acid, AGM and Lithium Ion batteries in cars, tractors and motorbikes, enabling improved start/stop technology performance and serving as a reliable and cost-effective feature of hybrid engine vehicles. <read more>
EagleTech Launches the Neptor NP056K Portable Battery Pack
EagleTech USA has released the Neptor NP056K Portable Battery Pack to its collection of tablet and smartphone power reserves. The NP056K features a Dual USB 2.0 Output design with one 2.1A port and one 1.0A port, enabling the user to power two mobile devices simultaneously. <read more>
Lightweight Energy Storage and Management for the Dismounted Warfighter
Panacis, Inc. has launched the Energy SharePack, which provides a complete power solution for the dismounted warfighter in a single, smart lithium ion device using universal, bi-directional power ports. <read more>
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Industry News |
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“Popcorn” Particle Pathways Promise Better Lithium-Ion Batteries
Researchers at Sandia National Laboratories have confirmed the particle-by-particle mechanism by which lithium ions move in and out of electrodes made of lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4, or LFP), findings that could lead to better performance in lithium-ion batteries in electric vehicles, medical equipment and aircraft. <read more>
Quallion Medical Batteries Maintain High Performance After 10 Year Storage Test
Quallion has released test data demonstrating the potential to power long-term implantable medical devices. After 10 years of storage at an elevated temperature simulating conditions inside the human body, Quallion’s cells showed minimal degradation in terms of calendar fade and self discharge. <read more>
Worldwide Capacity of Lithium Ion Batteries for Electric Vehicles Will Multiply More than 10-Fold by 2020
Improvements in lithium ion (Li-ion) battery technology are helping to accelerate the worldwide market for electric vehicles (EVs). In the last few years, automakers have shifted from nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) batteries to Li-ion batteries. This shift represents a major endorsement of Li-ion chemistry and its ability to perform consistently in an automotive environment. <read more>
A123 Energy Solutions Expands Global Grid Energy Storage Installations
A123 Energy Solutions has announced the first commissioning of its Long Duration (LD) Grid Storage Solution in Hawaii for the Maui Electric Company (MECO). The energy storage installation can provide 1MW for up to one hour, and will perform services to increase electric grid operational efficiency, stability, and power quality. Installed at an existing MECO substation, the 1MWh energy storage system was packaged in a 20-foot container and shipped to the site fully assembled and tested. <read more>
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Event Listings |
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 Motion Control 2013 will be co-located with WESTEC 2013 on October 15-17 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Focused on the latest trends and advancements in the design and operation of motion control systems and power electronics for machine and product design, manufacturing and industrial applications, the conference will consist of one day of intensive master-class workshops plus two days of technical and market-opportunity sessions, and will be coordinated with an exhibit pavilion that will be part of the WESTEC exhibition.
There are a handful of speaking opportunities available. The conference provides an excellent forum for leading manufacturers of motors, drives, motion control systems and power electronics to discuss new developments in technology and end-user requirements that are driving innovation, capabilities and features, application trends and performance improvements. For more information on submitting an abstract, please visit our website or contact Shannon Given, program manager.
Showcase your products and services on the Motion Control Pavilion on the WESTEC show floor! Contact Sue Hannebrink for information on how to get your company involved or click here for more information.
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Submit editorial content to Shannon Given at 608-351-9245
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Webcom Communications • 7355 E. Orchard Road, Suite 100; Greenwood Village, CO 80111
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