ON Semiconductor Launches Power Modules for Solar Energy, Uninterruptible Power Supples

Aimed at applications such as solar power inverters, UPS inverter stages and industrial variable frequency drives, the NXH160T120L2Q1SG and NXH160T120L2Q2F2SG Power Integrated Modules (PIMs) from ON Semiconductor will be introduced at electronica 2018 on November 13th in Munich.power inverter module

The devices are designed to relieve…

A new material for the battery of the future

Renewable sources of energy such as wind or photovoltaic are intermittent. The production peaks do not necessarily follow the demand peaks. Storing green energy is therefore essential to moving away from fossil fuels. The energy produced by photovoltaic cells is stored during the day and by wind-power when the wind blows to be used later on when needed.

What do we have now?

The Li-ion technology is currently the best…

The pros and cons of solar energy: what are the advantages and disadvantages of going solar?

If you’re considering installing a solar panel system, you’ve probably already had your share of exposure to solar marketing, whether through spammy ads promising free solar panels or a knock at the door signaling an eager solar salesman ready to convince you why you should go solar. To make the right decision for your home, you need to be able to distinguish between the real pros and cons of…

HMD patents Nokia 4.2 notification LED power button, may come to future Nokia phones

At MWC 2019, HMD Global announced five new phones that included the Nokia 9 PureView, Nokia 4.2, Nokia 3.2, Nokia 1 Plus and Nokia 210 feature phone. Of these, the Nokia 4.2 and Nokia 3.2 are the only ones that offer a new feature that sees a notification LED in the power button on the side. This is a feature that could very well be part of future Nokia phones, if consumers react positively to it,…

How plants can generate electricity to power LED light bulbs

The research team is based at Center for Micro-Bio Robotics (CMBR) of IIT in Pontedera (Pisa, Italy), coordinated by Barbara Mazzolai, and their goal is to perform advanced research and to develop innovative methodologies, robotic technologies and new materials, inspired by the natural world. Bio-inspired approaches can therefore help to develop robots and technologies that are more suitable for unstructured environments…

Passenger dies after car slams into parked semi trailer in south valley

A passenger has died after a car slammed into a parked trailer Monday morning in the south Las Vegas valley, police confirm.Semi Trailer

The crash was reported around 4:45 a.m. at Robindale Road near Duneville Street, just east of Jones Boulevard, Las Vegas Metropolitan Police reported.In a statement, LVMPD said they learned a 2019 Mercedes-Benz…

Train Collides With Semi Truck And Trailer At Le Mars

An Union Pacific train collided with a semi truck and trailer at the crossing of 18th Street and Business Highway 75. The accident happened at about 11:40 a.m. this (Friday) morning. The semi truck and trailer is operated by Decker Trucking of Fort Dodge, Iowa, when apparently, the truck was wanting to merge onto traffic on Highway 75, and the back portion of the semi-trailer was still on the rail tracks when the train hit the…

ISP releases names of 2 critically injured when trailer detaches from semitruck on U.S. 95

A semitruck trailer came unhitched, drifted into oncoming traffic and crashed head-on into a car on U.S. Highway 95 south of Coeur d’Alene on Wednesday morning.Two men in the car were taken Kootenai Health in critical condition, said Chris Schenck, Idaho State Police spokesman.They remained in critical condition Thursday morning, the hospital reported.

The truck, owned by Montana company…

How to Judge the Quality of Marble Tile

Quality marble tiles do not have to come with a high price tag -- if you know what to avoid when selecting them. If you know how to spot inferiorities in marble tiles, you have a better chance of selecting quality tiles at inexpensive prices to save on your tile renovation project. Just remember to buy about 10 percent more than your project calls for to make up for tile-cutting mistakes during installation. It also helps to keep a few tiles on…

Classic Marble Restoration, Inc. Begins Work on Versace Mansion

Classic Marble Restoration, Inc., South Florida’s premier marble cleaning, polishing, and restoration company, has been awarded their second contract by one of the most well-known hotels in Miami, the Versace Mansion.Interior Stone Products

The Versace Mansion was once home to the late fashion designer, Gianni…

Is there a hearing aid price bubble?

If you have been through the process of getting a hearing aid, you probably must have scratched your head when looking at the bill. Hearing aid prices can range from $1,500 to $3,500 per unit but, according the President’s Council for Science & Technology, the average price is $2,300 per unit. Double that if you need one for each ear!

To the average American household, this is equivalent of up to 2 months of income! Here is a detailed…

What Are The Best Hearing Aids on The Market?

As has been our custom over the last couple of years, we thought it was about time that we started detailing the best hearing aids available for 2018. This article, like the ones that have preceded it, will be a living document that is constantly updated. Already this year we have seen some exciting announcements about new hearing aid technology from Starkey. Elsewhere on the blog, I have discussed hearing aid innovations in 2018 that I…

Hearing Aid Basics

Hearing loss can have a big impact on your life, from your work to your relationships and emotional well-being. Hearing aids can make a big difference, especially if you pick the right ones and get help adjusting to them.Mini BTE Digital Hearing Aids

How Hearing Aids Help

A hearing aid is a battery-powered electronic device designed to improve your…

Did Your Kid Pee? This Pampers Smart Diaper Will Let You Know

On Thursday, Pampers introduced the Lumi, an internet-powered diaper system that can record and transmit data about a baby's activities to a smartphone. The product can tell you how long the baby has slept, and when their diaper needs changing, including if it's become wet or very wet.baby poop diaper

The diapers themselves are disposable. However, each one…

Pampers Creating ‘Smart’ Diaper

Pampers this week announced a line of smart diapers that it says will track a child’s urine — but not bowel movements — as well as sleep. Last year, rival Huggies debuted a similar concept in Korea, allowing parents to receive text alerts when a child has pooped.best quality baby diapers

The Lumi by Pampers line, which Pampers says has a waitlist ahead of its US launch this fall, includes…

Motor Soft Starters and Drives

Carlo Gavazzi offers a range of motor controllers for soft starting/stopping and reversing of three phase squirrel cage motors. Applications include conveyor systems, pumps, compressors, industrial dryers, mixers, automatic doors, palletizers, and fans.motor soft start controller

Our soft start controllers feature internal bypass relays which eliminate the…

Inversion Methods Explained: High Frequency vs Low Frequency

There are two distinct types of industrial grade power inverters distinguished by the size of their transformers, and the switching speed of their transistors. The ability of an inverter to absorb the electrical surges inherent in certain loads like motors, pumps, and torque-related tools is directly proportional to the physical amount of iron present in the transformer. Size and tolerances of the transistors used in the…

Variable Frequency Drives Market is Anticipated to Exceed USD 31.0 billion by 2024

New York, April 16, 2019: The variable frequency drives market is expected to exceed more than USD 31.0 billion by 2024; Growing at a CAGR of around 8% in the given forecast period.

A variable frequency drive is also called as adjustable speed drive, AC drive, inverter, micro drive, adjustable frequency drive or variable speed drive. It is used to drives an electrical motors having changeable…

Marshmallow Furniture Children's 2 in 1 Flip Open Foam Sofa Minnie Mouse by Spin Master

Highlights

Sit, flip and play with the Minnie Mouse 2-in-1 Flip Open Sofa! It transforms from a couch into a comfy lounger.

Made from soft and durable lightweight foam, Flip Open Sofas make the comfiest of seats or rest areas and are easy for your Toddler to pick up and move.

Every Flip Open Sofa comes with a removable and machine washable slipcover featuring a safety-lock zipper to…

PRINTING ON FABRIC: DYE SUBLIMATION VS. DIRECT-TO-FABRIC PRINTERS

Not all fabrics are created equal, which means the type of printer needed for any given fabric printing project depends on the fabric you plan to use. Certain materials favor certain ink chemistries. Luckily, in the world of industrial printing, these details are dialed in and there are different fabric printers available for various applications.…