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“I’m delighted Andrew Flanagan, having a wealth of renewable energy knowledge across all facets of the business, will join our experienced team in North America as COO. Together with Silvia Ortín and Ingmar Ritzenhofen on the Board of RWE Renewables Americas, he will forge ahead with the expansion of our onshore wind and solar portfolio in North America, one of our strategic key focus markets,” said Markus Krebber, CEO of RWE AG. Development and power functions The RWE...

With temperatures forecast to reach triple digits this week, Ameren Missouri is encouraging customers to stay safe, by utilizing their air conditioners. “You can take simple steps, such as closing the blinds or turning on ceiling fans, to reduce the strain on your air conditioner,” said Tony Lozano, the Director of Energy Solutions at Ameren Missouri, adding “We want everyone to stay safe and cool this summer.” Ameren Missouri’s air conditioners Ameren Missouri i...

The United Arab Emirates’ Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure selected Siemens technology for a nationwide network of ultra-fast Electric Vehicle (EV) chargers, which will help reduce carbon emissions, boost adoption of EVs, by addressing so-called range anxiety and lay the groundwork for a more connected, and sustainable transportation system. Ten Siemens Sicharge D 160 kW ultra-fast chargers will be installed on the highways in Ras Al Khaimah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain and Fujairah, in the...

Siemens has invested US$ 25 million and acquired a minority stake in U.S.-based WiTricity, a wireless charging technology firm. Siemens and WiTricity will work together to drive innovation in the emerging market for wireless EV charging. This market is expected to reach USD 2 billion by 2028 in Europe and North America alone, according to Siemens’ calculations. Siemens and WiTricity partnership The two companies seek to bridge the gaps in the global standardization of wireless charging...

Schneider Electric, the globally renowned company in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, and Hitachi Energy, a market and technology leader in transmission, distribution and grid automation solutions, have announced that they have entered into a collaboration, in order to provide greater customer value and accelerate the energy transition. The non-exclusive collaboration will support customers' sustainability efforts, including the decarbonization of the energy and i...

The GREENTECH FESTIVAL sees itself as a global platform that promotes innovative green technologies for a sustainable future. The aim of the festival is to present innovative technologies for a greener future and to address the big global issues of the time, climate neutrality, reduction of CO2 emissions, and the connection between sustainability and technology. Orcan's ORC modules Orcan's ORC modules enable industrial companies to reduce the CO2 emissions of their plants Orcan Energy will d...

Mingyang Smart Energy celebrated the rollout of the MySE 12MW hybrid drive offshore wind turbine at its manufacturing base in Shanwei, Guangdong. MySE 12MW is an upgrade of the 11MW platform that integrates a variety of innovative technologies for efficient and reliable performance. First, the lubrication system is optimized and co-shared by the gearbox and generator. Second, dual-drive pitch control technology is suitable all kinds of extreme operation conditions. Third, multi-sensor wind me...

Global energy and climate leaders are gathering in Denmark for a major ministerial meeting that could drive urgently needed improvements in energy efficiency, with a new analysis by the International Energy Agency showing that stronger efficiency measures can reduce energy bills, fuel imports, and greenhouse gas emissions quickly and significantly. 7th Annual Global Conference on Energy Efficiency The IEA’s 7th Annual Global Conference on Energy Efficiency in Sønderborg, Denmark,...

A new electric school bus fleet will be ready to transport Moreno Valley students by fall. The Moreno Valley Unified School District’s project will introduce 42 electric school buses and become the largest electric school bus fleet in California, USA. InCharge Energy, the company that is installing electric vehicle chargers for the district, has stated in a news release. The new buses will serve more than 31,000 students and 42 schools. New electric buses The new electric buses will rep...

Würth Elektronik has been a technology partner of the Audi Sport ABT Schaeffler team since the beginning of Formula E. With the WE-AGDT transformer and the RD001 reference design, an important part of the power inverter gate driver system in the innovative Audi MGU05 electric powertrain of the Audi e-Tron FE07 Formula E race car has been co-designed. WE-AGDT transformer Launched last December, the WE-AGDT transformer and power supply solution developed by Würth Elektronik for the de...

Bosch Power Tools, the pioneer for power tools and power tool accessories, announced the launch of the GWS12V-30 12V Max Brushless 3-inch Angle Grinder, adding to its robust collection of grinding technology. With an optimized gear structure, fast breaking time, and a brushless motor to maximize battery runtime, the GWS12V-30 grinder provides the users with the endurance needed to handle heavy-duty cutting applications on a variety of jobs. GWS12V-30 angle grinder With a 19,500 no-load R...

At the ARC Forum 2022, taking place in Orlando, Florida, USA, Schneider Electric, the globally renowned company in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has announced collaboration with Intel, in order to extend EcoStruxure Automation Expert by creating a Distributed Control Node (DCN) software framework, complemented by an associated Intel processor-based DCN hardware offering. By combining the performance, security and deployment capabilities of Intel Edge Controls f...

Würth Elektronik introduces the Proteus-III-SPI Bluetooth Low Energy 5.1 module. This variant of the tried and tested Proteus-III uses an SPI instead of a UART interface. The new module, based on the Nordic Semiconductor nRF52840 chipset, exploits the possibilities of the Bluetooth Low Energy 5.1 standard—with significantly higher performance. With a payload of up to 964 bytes, the module offers four times the throughput of most Bluetooth low-energy modules. Convenient wireless conn...

RWE’s second and largest-to-date battery storage project has entered full operations in County Monaghan, Ireland. 60 MW facility The 60-megawatt (MW) facility, located at Lisdrumdoagh, (3km East of Monaghan town) is capable of providing the rapid delivery of electricity into the power grid to help balance intermittency in electricity generation. It also provides a short-term backup to help address power outages and maintain a more stable and secure electricity supply in Ireland. 8.5 MW...

Among the significant changes included in Amendment 2 to BS 7671:2018 (18th edition of the IET Wiring Regulations) is a new requirement for Arc Fault Detection Devices (AFDDs) in AC final circuits supplying socket-outlets in some types of higher-risk and residential buildings. Regulation 421.1.7 requires that AFDDs conforming to BS EN 62606 shall be provided for single-phase AC final circuits supplying socket-outlets with rated current not exceeding 32 A in the following: Higher Risk Resi...

Würth Elektronik ICS is an established provider of system solutions for power distribution and control of functions for mobile machines and commercial vehicles. By combining its solution concepts in both areas, the manufacturer has developed the CAN Box 8FR6, a compact and smart solution for power distribution and function control. The CAN Box 8FR6 can be fully programmed and it offers various diagnostic options. Along with this new product, Würth Elektronik ICS is also introducing th...

WR-UMRF (Ultra-Miniature RF Coaxial Connector) is Würth Elektronik’s new, extremely compact high-frequency coaxial connector. The plug snaps into the jack to form a stable right-angled cable-to-board connection with a height of just 2.5 mm. This cost-effective connection technology is of particular interest for connecting antennas to radio modules. The frequency range extends up to 6 GHz at 50 ohms. slim connection solution With its low height of 2.5 mm, the WR-UMRF is a slim...

IQD—a Würth Elektronik eiSos Group company— is pleased to announce completion of its extended rubidium portfolio with the comprehensive IQRB-2 rubidium oscillator handbook, summarising tests undertaken: from temperature stability and short-term stability to supply pushing and more. Phase noise performance The IQRB-2 fills the gap between the IQRB-1 and the IQRB-3; the IQRB-1 delivers a superb price-performance ratio, whereas the IQRB-3 offers an exceptional phase noise perform...

EV chargers are becoming ubiquitous so much so that now legislation requires new domestic and industrial buildings to include charging points. While the main power conversion technology is an area of intense innovation, there is also a need for low-power auxiliary AC/DC and DC/DC converters. This article looks at the specifications these low-power auxiliary converters need to meet. The uptake of electric vehicles (EVs) in all of their forms has really taken off. As many as 6.75 millio...

BAE Systems launched its versatile Storm EW™ Modules designed to provide customized, state-of-the-art offensive and defense electronic warfare (EW) mission systems for combat platforms for the broader U.S. and allied fleets. Storm EW Modules use proven common core architecture to accelerate the delivery of software-based EW capabilities, providing warfighters with situational awareness, survivability, and electromagnetic capabilities needed for complex missions. Leverage mature technolog...

BAE Systems., a pioneer in electric propulsion, has been selected by Chartwell Marine to supply the electric hybrid power and propulsion system for a new maritime research vessel for the University of Vermont. hybrid system As part of the contract, BAE Systems will supply and integrate the hybrid system, working with the vessel’s builder, Derecktor Shipyard. BAE Systems’ HybriGen® Power and Propulsion system will help to reduce both carbon emissions and the use of fuel by the...

Axpo announces the Beznau nuclear power plant (KKB) has completed refurbishment work on Unit 2 and reconnected it to the grid, following the approval of the Swiss Federal Nuclear Safety Inspectorate (ENSI). The focus of refurbishment comprised maintenance work, recurring tests and inspections, as well as the commissioning of new systems. In addition, integral system tests were carried out as usual. Of the 121 fuel assemblies, 20 were replaced with new elements and installed in the reactor core....

The range of MagI³C-FDSM power modules with 36 V input voltage has been expanded to include a version with 12 V output voltage. The power module in a SIP-3 package represents a cost-effective solution to meet the requirements for the real-world voltage transients of a 24 V industrial power architecture. The new module operates from 16 to 36 VIN and generates a fixed output voltage of 12 V with a current up to 1 A. DC/DC voltage converter integration The FDSM series MagI³C power modu...

The Turkish office of Würth Elektronik plants a tree for every order of electronic components. Through the "Breath of the Future" campaign, a forest with 10,000 trees is to grow in the Antalya region by next year. Würth Elektronik is cooperating with OGEM-VAK, the "Foundation for Supporting Forestry Development and Combating Forest Fires". The first 3,000 saplings have already been planted. OGEM-VAK recognition "The last forest fire disaster reminded all of us again how incredibly i...

The desire to be able to test oscillators quickly and easily is more than achievable using the IOSC EVBoard. The evaluation board is suitable for measuring most surface mount standard oscillators, VCXOs, or TCXO/VCTCXOs. It is available from IQD, part of the Würth Elektronik eiSos Group, and a selection of distributors. IOSC EVBoard sizes The IOSC EVBoard comes with six smaller boards that can be snapped off the main board and onto which different sized 4-pad oscillators can be soldered....

Würth Elektronik offers UV LEDs with emission wavelength of 275nm. This wavelength kills germs, by destroying the RNA structure of Viruses and Bacteria. Therefore, those types of LEDs are suitable for disinfection in areas where chemical components are not suitable to use. germicide cleaning These can be devices for germicide cleaning of different surfaces, or also for air and water disinfection. Because of their compact size, lower driving voltage, short switching time, and robustness,...

RWE will acquire the gas-fired power plant ‘Magnum’ at Eemshaven, the Netherlands, in the province of Groningen from Vattenfall. The two companies have signed an agreement to this effect. The plant, which has been in operation since 2013, is one of the most modern power plants of its kind and has an installed capacity of 1.4 gigawatts. RWE to acquire ‘Magnum’ gas-fired power plant Magnum is located in the immediate vicinity of RWE’s existing power plant in Eemsha...

Klabin, the largest producer and exporter of paper for packaging and paper packaging in Brazil, started a new investment cycle with the Puma II Project, which will place around 910 thousand tons of paper on the market per year and, for this great expansion selected suppliers with expertise in the pulp and paper segment, with reliable and highly efficient solutions. electrical package WEG, a long-time partner of Klabin, was selected to supply a significant part of the electrical package for the...

Ameren Missouri’s Callaway Energy Center in Fulton, Missouri, USA, has completed its 25th planned refueling and maintenance outage, and resumed generating carbon-free energy for customers. During the outage, Ameren Missouri co-workers and specialty crews safely completed more than 9,000 refueling and maintenance job tasks. Refueling completed for Callaway Energy Center The main task of each refueling outage is to load new fuel for the reactor “The refueling was completed safely a...

Grand Canyon University has partnered with Rosendin Electric and Maricopa County to offer a Pre-Apprenticeship pathway that will alleviate a significant workforce shortage for electricians in Arizona. 16-credit Pre-Apprenticeship pathway As the Valley continues to attract new businesses, demand for electricians continues to grow. With the help of a $669,471 Maricopa County Workforce Career, College and Credential Initiative (3CI) grant and additional funding from Rosendin, GCU has developed a...