Tag: Batteries
Fulfilling the Automotive Promise of EV and Hybrid Battery Technology
Del Williams, Technical Writer
With the federal government nearly doubling car and light-duty truck fuel economy standards to the equivalent of 54.5 MPG by 2025, electric vehicle (EV) and hybrid electric vehicle technology is set to play a vital role, if lingering battery life and overheating issues can be resolved. Read more about Fulfilling the Automotive Promise of EV and Hybrid Battery Technology …
Resolving the Hidden Vulnerability in Security Systems
SmartPower Systems
A serious threat is putting many surveillance and access control systems at risk. But this threat doesn’t come from viruses, cyber criminals or stealth intruders. Instead, it comes from the wall socket where small power fluctuations can take high definition cameras, surveillance equipment, access controls systems and other security equipment temporarily offline and even create gaps in digital recordings. Read more about Resolving the Hidden Vulnerability in Security Systems …
A Novel Single-Compartment Concentration Cell Driven by Natural Evaporation for Green Energy Harvesting
Andrew A.Yang
Corr Instruments, LLC
Utilizing the difference in salt concentration of rivers and seas for green energy production has been the subject of many studies since the 1970s.[1] Pressure-retarded osmosis (PRO) is one of the methods utilized for harvesting this type of energy and relies on the use of ion-exchange membranes.[2] Another method is an electrochemical concentration cell, which relies on differing salt concentrations.[3,4] Solar evaporation has been used to maintain the concentration difference in some concentration cells.[5] Read more about A Novel Single-Compartment Concentration Cell Driven by Natural Evaporation for Green Energy Harvesting …
Extending Battery Life: A Routine Maintenance Schedule Can Dramatically Improve the Life of Flooded Lead-Acid Batteries
Fred Wehmeyer, Senior Vice President of Engineering
US Battery Manufacturing
Businesses that use flooded lead-acid batteries for a variety of applications already know the importance of charging and adding water for optimum performance. Flooded lead-acid batteries are still the most cost effective means to power a variety of vehicles such as golf cars, platforms, cranes and more, but are also great for storing power used in off-grid and partial grid applications. Although these batteries are cost effective, anyone who has had to purchase a new set of them knows how expensive that can be. By making the batteries last longer, users can save a significant amount of money and reduce annual operating costs. Read more about Extending Battery Life: A Routine Maintenance Schedule Can Dramatically Improve the Life of Flooded Lead-Acid Batteries …
