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On December 12, 2024 in All, Energy Harvesting, General, Power by Mouser Technical Content Staff

DC microgrids are transforming energy distribution by enhancing efficiency, power quality, and renewable energy integration. Discover how and learn about the challenges and solutions in implementing these systems for a sustainable and resilient energy future.

New Tech Tuesdays: 2023 in Review

On January 2, 2024 in All, General, New Tech Tuesdays by Colin Carter

A new year is here, and new tech is on its way. But first, let’s take stock of the innovations that shaped the past year. Look back at the top New Tech Tuesday posts from 2023, from infotainment to autonomous lawnmowers and solar-powered generators.

The Chemistry Behind Inorganic Solar Cells

On August 25, 2022 in All, Energy Harvesting, General, Industrial, Power by Liam Critchley

Inorganic solar cells are the most common and efficient solar cells and rely on many different aspects of chemistry to function. Without chemistry, it would not be possible to create the internal current generation mechanisms that enable solar cells to harness sunlight, and here we explain how.

How to Maximize the Efficiency of Energy Harvesting in Electronics

On February 11, 2022 in All, Energy Harvesting by Adam Kimmel

Energy harvesting requires a distinction between maximum power and maximum efficiency. Improved conversion efficiency increases power for the same input energy; however, this does not necessarily mean the highest power. Here is how you can maximize the efficiency of MCU energy harvesters.

Tagged With: efficiency, energy harvesting, photovoltaic, solar, thermal

Electrical Connection Technology for Energy Storage Systems

On January 28, 2022 in All, Connectors, Energy Harvesting, General, Power by Phoenix Contact

Modular in design from utility storage to residential, Battery Management Systems are at the heart of renewable energy storage. A well-designed BMS using data to control power input and output is key to maximizing efficiency, safety, and cost.

Self-Powered Wireless Sensor Nodes with Energy Harvesting

On April 15, 2021 in All, Sensors, Wireless by Rafik Mitry

Wireless sensor nodes are emerging quickly in countless applications. Powering them is becoming a challenge, as these are usually battery-operated devices. Batteries have a definite lifetime, after which it needs to be replaced. Learn how energy harvesting could extend the battery life of a WSN.

PWM or MPPT: Which Controller is Right for Your Solar PV System?

On July 27, 2018 in All, Energy Harvesting, Power by Alex Misiti

In battery-tied photovoltaic (PV) arrays, charge controllers are a critical component that can drastically impact the operation and overall cost of the system.

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