Power
Power switch supports USB Type-C delivery and fast-role swap
The DPS1133 single-channel power switch introduced by Diodes Incorporated is a high-voltage power switch designed to meet all the demanding protection and fast-role swap requirements of USB Type-C ports. As such, it addresses the full gamut of mobile and desktop computing devices and peripherals, and other applications in the consumer electronics, mobile communications, industrial, and medical markets, such as smartphones, AR/VR goggles, rob...
Generator connection point mitigates power failure
A new generator connection point (GCP) has been launched by power distribution specialist ide Systems, to mitigate down-time caused by mains power failures. The product, suitable for office buildings, healthcare facilities and retail blocks, allows backup generators to be quickly and easily connected in the event of an unforeseen electrical failure.
Power measurement software provides PC connectivity
WTViewerE software provides PC connectivity for Yokogawa’s power analysers - including the WT3000E, WT1800E, WT500 and WT300E models - via Ethernet, USB, GPIB or RS232 interfaces. This connectivity allows users to easily control, monitor, collect and analyse measurement data, and save measurements remotely.
Why DC only distribution makes sense for energy savings
The drive for energy conservation, the DC basis of modern electronic systems, and the development of renewable energy sources have converged to challenge the 100 year old assumption that AC alone is the single best means of distributing electricity.
Understanding ESR in electrolytic capacitors
Today’s microprocessor-based systems require power sources that deliver high current and ultra fast transient performance, with tight regulation. This creates a need for cost effective, compact capacitors with high capacitance values. Electrolytic capacitors are the solution of choice but it’s important to go beyond specifying capacitance and voltage to consider Equivalent Series Resistance (ESR) as a figure of merit.
Next-gen programmable DC power supplies deliver 5kW output
TDK has announced the introduction of the TDK-Lambda Genesys+ series of high power density programmable DC power supplies - the 5kW, 1U model is the first in the series. Utilising DSP (Digital Signal Processing) technology, these next-generation units provide improved efficiency, performance and functionality over existing products available on the market at a competitive cost.
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.