e-Power Technology

Polyphase Wireless Transfer for EV Charging Reaches New Levels at ORNL 

Using polyphase electromagnetic coupling coils with rotating magnetic fields to boost the power, researchers at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory have demonstrated breakthrough performance for wireless charging of electric vehicles. A recent series of prototype demonstrations have established the effectiveness of the technology, which ORNL is seeking to license to manufacturers. More research is focused on developing even higher power levels suitable for larger vehicles, getting the system to mass production-level readiness and exploring more applications. […]

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Biomagnetism Leaders & Upstarts Converge in Sydney 

If the multifaceted dimensions of biomagnetism intrigue you, then Sydney down under would be a good place to hang out in August, especially from the 26th to 29th when BioMag 2024 takes place. The conference encompasses the intricate measurement of magnetic signals emanating from the human body with a special emphasis on brain activity and magnetic sensor technology. Speakers and attendees join to pursue the profound impact and scientific advancement of biomagnetism in cognitive neuroscience, clinical neuroscience and cardiology. […]

e-Power Technology

Smart Inductive Position Sensing

Whenever position encoders have to deal with unfavorable environments in which dust, oil and moisture can lead to contamination, the most robust sensing principle is required. Magnetic Hall encoders are a common cost effective and […]

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Solving the Mystery of One, then Two, Dead Magnets at Fermilab 

Not exactly murder is involved but there is plenty of sleuthing and baffling dead-ends in “The Magnet Detectives”, a true tale of one, then two, dead magnets amidst some intricate physics at the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory in Batavia, Illinois. Run by the U.S. Department of Energy, Fermilab is America’s particle physics and accelerator laboratory, tasked with bringing the world together to solve the mysteries of matter, energy, space and time.  […]

Electromagnetics

iNRCORE Expands Transformer Line; Major Investment Company Steps Into Ownership Position — Signaling More Acquisitions? 

On the product side, iNRCORE has expanded its line of battery management system transformers targeting the EV market while, on the corporate side, major investment firm Warburg Pincus has taken an ownership position in the […]