1-Watt Isolated DC-DC Converters in DIP8
Aimtec announces the new AM1PS-NZ series of 1-Watt isolated power converters with continuous short circuit protection, 1500-Vdc input-output isolation, UL 60950-1 recognition and compact DIP8 packaging. Its continuous short circuit protection saves the converter, the load and the converter's input circuit from extremely high currents that could arise in a fault condition.
http://www.powerpulse.net/story.php?storyID=33571
32-Bit MCU Embedded Firmware Development Ecosystem
Microchip Technology Inc. announced its MPLAB® Harmony Ecosystem Program for the developers of embedded middleware and operating systems who are seeking to unlock the business potential of Microchip's 32-bit PIC32 MCU customer base. Ecosystem partners also gain early and easy access to the complete and current set of MPLAB Harmony tools. MPLAB Harmony is the industry's most comprehensive 32-bit microcontroller firmware development framework, which integrates licensing, resale and support of both Microchip and third-party middleware, drivers, libraries and real-time operating systems.
http://www.powerpulse.net/story.php?storyID=33572
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"The Value of "Software Defined Management" for Data Centers"
Clemens Pfeiffer
President and CEO, Tier44 Technologies, Inc.
Currently data centers operate in a mode called "always-on", meaning that all servers, all equipment, cooling, is running 24x7, 365 days, irrespective of the need or demand. Furthermore, 30% of all servers are not even used. Jonathan Koomey and the Anthesis Group just published a study with the latest data from McKinsey and others indicating that utilization "rarely exceeds 6%".
http://www.powerpulse.net/powerViews.php?pv_id=104;s=120820151
Simple and Robust Automotive Linear Regulator IC
Allegro MicroSystems, LLC announces a new, AEC-Q100 qualified, linear voltage regulator IC with control, diagnostics, and protection features that address requirements of automotive applications. Allegro's A4481 regulates input voltages between 5.25- to 40-V, down to a 5V ±1% accurate output voltage, and is able to supply up to 50mA of load current. This new device is designed to power sensors, low power microcontrollers and transceivers in interior and underhood automotive control units.
http://www.powerpulse.net/story.php?storyID=33562
Scalable EcoBlade Energy Storage for $500 per kWh
Implementing energy storage initiatives to develop renewable energies and micro-grids is one of the 10 strong commitments taken by Schneider Electric at the Paris Climate Change Conference (COP21). "We are living a very exciting time where new technologies enable us to completely rethink the way we deal with energy in a far more sustainable and efficient manner," stated Jean-Pascal Tricoire, Chairman and CEO at Schneider Electric, on the eve of COP21. EcoBlade is a scalable energy storage system for domestic, IT, industrial or commercial environments and for the grid. EcoBlade will be available in 2016. Targeted price of EcoBlade will be below US$500 per kWh.
http://www.powerpulse.net/story.php?storyID=33563
Adjustable Current Regulators Simplify the Driving of LED Strips
The BCR420U and BCR421U constant-current regulators (CCR) introduced by Diodes Incorporated provide a simple means of driving low-power linear LED strips. Target applications are those that benefit from the improved efficiency, flexibility and longer life offered by LEDs as an emerging lighting source. These include LED strips for mood lighting, emergency and advertising signage, and decorative lighting for retail refrigeration and vending machines.
http://www.powerpulse.net/story.php?storyID=33574
ThermoCharge Keeps You Warm and Your Phone Charged
Holiday Gift Ideas 2015 - Stay warm on the trail and keep your portable electronic devices fully charged with the ThermoCharge power pack and hand warmer from Celestron. ThermoCharge heats up quickly and reaches a maximum of 113 degrees Fahrenheit (45 degrees Celsius). The 4400mAh rechargeable lithium battery provides up to an impressive 6 hours of continuous heat on a full charge. ThermoCharge delivers a full charge most smart phones, MP3 players, cameras and many other USB-powered devices.
http://www.powerpulse.net/story.php?storyID=33560
Honeywell and Pearlstone Team on U.K. Smart Grid
Honeywell and demand response aggregator company Pearlstone Energy have teamed up to provide a smart grid program for commercial and industrial facilities in the U.K. The program aims to reduce energy bills while helping improve country-wide power reliability and meet carbon reduction commitments.
http://www.powerpulse.net/story.php?storyID=33575
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