More Efficient Power Conversion - Properties, Advantages of Gallium over Silicon
The process of converting AC to DC to run electronic devices involves inefficiency that is multiplied by the millions of devices that require them. …
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How do Lithium Titanate Batteries Work? - Lithium Titanate vs Lithium-Ion Batteries
How do Lithium Titanate batteries work and are they really superior to conventional Lithium-ion batteries? Are they going to substitute for their …
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Solar Power Inverters, Converters, and Regulators - Advice for Completing the System
Understanding the roles of power regulators, inverters, and converters is important for completing a solar power system in such a way that all …
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How to Use a Smith Chart: Explanation & Smith Chart Tutorial
The Smith chart, also known as a polar impedance plot, was invented by Philip Smith in 1939 to plot the characteristics of microwave components such …
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Dark Lasers used in Fiber Data Transmission and Telecommunications
A new type of pulsed laser has been recently developed- the dark laser. The technology is available with the aid of quantum dot diode lasers and has a …
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Iranshahr Power Plant Explosion - Coupling Failure?
The Iranshahr power plant explosion is pretty much all over the news bulletins and discussion forums, but it seems that nobody knows the exact cause …
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The Advantages of Microgrids
Microgrids are smaller versions of the national electricity grid running independently. Here you can read about microgrids, why we need them, how they …
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Nonlinear Loads and Harmonics in Power Systems
Large industries and electrical utilities are very concerned about the presence of nonlinear loads in their electrical power systems. This article …
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Surge Protectors vs Surge Arresters for Industrial Applications - What's the Difference?
Surge protectors and surge arresters are both used to protect expensive equipment. However, they have some differences in their technology and …
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Why are Utilities Switching to High Voltage DC Transmission over Long Lines?
High voltage DC power transmission is being increasingly used in place of high voltage AC power transmission, particularly for seabed cables and long …
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