Power
DC power suppliers focus on growth in emerging nations
With the rising deployment of mobile broadband (MBB) and fixed broadband (FBB) networks all over the world, direct current (DC) power system manufacturers are experiencing a period of sustained growth. The increased implementation of long-term evolution (LTE) infrastructure in Asia-Pacific and Europe, and the need for basic telecom infrastructure in Africa are generating a host of opportunities for DC power system suppliers in the telecom in...
Spring engaged tooth brakes designed for medical applications
The SETB electromagnetic spring engaged tooth brake has been designed by SEPAC to deliver reliable, consistent operation within medical applications. This power off brake offers large bore sizes, low backlash, high torque-to-size ratio, a high number of index positions, positive engagement and a reliable coil with custom voltages available.
Controller enables device-to-device authentication
Intended for use in a range of USB PD products employing direct current (DC) power including AC adapters, PCs, smartphones, other consumer and office equipment, and toys, Renesas Electronics has announced its new R9J02G012 USB Power Delivery (USB PD) controller. According to Renesas, the R9J02G012 is the industry’s first single package solution that supports both USB Power Delivery Rev. 3.0 (USB PD 3.0) and USB Type-C Authentication Re...
Flexible and rechargeable battery can power wearable sensors
Nanoengineers at the University of California San Diego have developed the first printed battery that is flexible, stretchable and rechargeable. The zinc batteries could be used to power everything from wearable sensors to solar cells and other kinds of electronics. The work appears in Advanced Energy Materials.
Bluetooth low energy controls self-powered light switches
Wireless and self-powered light switches can create flexible, maintenance-free LED lighting systems, says EnOcean, which introduced its Easyfit switches at Smart Lighting 2017, in Hamburg, Germany. The company manufactures the switch with integrated Bluetooth module, operating via an app on an Android phone.
Mobile power station offers intelligent energy management
With the MIP-500, IPETRONIK is announcing a mobile power station with intelligent energy management for independent on-board supply of measurement systems in the automotive sector. The unit is being presented at the Automotive Testing Expo Europe in Stuttgart. The 12V lead-fleece high-performance battery offers a capacity of 75Ah and is used in all applications where it is necessary to ensure an independent supply for the measurement technology d...
Compact 75VDC input EMC Filter is rated for 50A
TDK Corporation announces the introduction of the RDEN-048050 48VDC nominal EMC filter rated at 50A. Enclosed in a compact metal case, the filter utilises stud terminals for ease of connection. Excluding the terminals, the filter measures just 90mm in length, 60mm in width and has a height of 30mm. Rated for a maximum voltage of 75VDC, the RDEN will operate at full rated current in ambient temperatures of -30 to +55°C, and with derating,...
Wideband GaN amplifier offers high gain power and efficiency
A wideband gallium nitride (GaN) power amplifier that offers best-in-class performance within a compact design has been announced by Analog Devices. Covering the 300MHz to 6GHz spectrum, the highly integrated HMC8205 provides significant benefits for system designers of applications such as wireless infrastructure, radar, public mobile radio, and general-purpose amplification test equipment that require pulse or continuous wave (CW) support....
Wall mount USB power adapter meets Medical EMC standards
Featuring its new 5V/2.4A TMW12 USB series of medical wall mount adapters, TRUMPower has designed them in black or white in colour, with a USB socket on the case or a moulded output cable with a DC plug. The switching power adapters feature 90-264VAC, 47 to 63Hz universal input in fixed or interchangeable AC plug configurations. There are four different types of AC wall plugs to meet worldwide requirements; US, EU, UK, and Australian.
Automotive IC market on track to be worth $28bn in 2017
Each year, new cars are being equipped with electronic systems that improve vehicle performance; that add comfort and convenience; and that warn, detect, and take corrective measures to keep drivers safe and alert. Consumer demand and government mandates for many of these new systems, along with rising prices for many IC components within them, are expected to raise the automotive IC market 22% this year to a new record high of $28.0bn (Figure 1)...