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NORD direct drive systems outperform belt drives in efficiency, safety and cost-effectiveness
Direct drive solutions offer an innovative alternative to traditional belt drives that deliver greater performance, reliability and lower total cost of ownership.
Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. to exhibit energy-efficient and sustainable drive solutions for HVACR at AHR 2025
The company will showcase solutions to help heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVACR) facilities operate more efficiently and sustainably.
New hydrogen-powered trains to roll in Germany
Hydrogen-powered trains are entering passenger service in the Berlin-Brandenburg and Bavarian regions.
Powering an oil refinery with solar energy
In an unusual merger of renewable energy and fossil fuels, solar energy is being tapped to power an existing oil refinery.
Zero-water cooling for data centers
Microsoft plans to implement water-free cooling systems across its new data center developments.
Ice storage to bolster grid reliability in California
A virtual power plant consisting of up to 193 cold thermal energy storage installations will be placed at commercial buildings statewide.
Single-core three-phase power transformer features reduced size and weight for US Navy ships
The compact, militarized single-core three-phase transformer was designed for use within U.S. Navy shipboard power distribution systems.
Bolt monitoring system for wind turbines
The system detects broken bolts or studs in the blade root that connects to the hub and alerts operators immediately.
A renewable route to pumping water in the desert
Simulations optimized a system that combines solar panels, wind turbines, and battery storage to operate water pumping systems in Jordan.
A buoyant solar solution for water scarcity issues
The low-cost, solar-powered and portable water desalination device could help combat water scarcity in developing or remote areas.
Planning the first grid-scale fusion power plant
The ARC fusion power plant is expected to come online in the early 2030s and generate about 400 MW of carbon-free electricity.
BESS to accelerate decarbonization and electrification for commercial, industrial users
The solution can help communities and businesses reduce energy costs, lower carbon emissions and maintain power during utility outages.
New IP67 FAKRA rear mount bulkhead plug supports larger diameter cables
These interconnects are ideal for automotive and industrial automation applications such as sensor integration, automated inspection and vehicle communication networks.
Types of transmission line protection
Different types of protection are available for transmission lines, including overcurrent, distance, differential, pilot, ground fault, overvoltage, underfrequency, phase balancing and RTU-based solutions.
Heyco Low Profile Cordgrips
The compact package is ideal for applications where space is limited or aesthetics are important.
Bundled fiber trunks speed up installation
These customizable preterminated bundled fiber solutions enable up to a 50% faster deployment rate.
Ascend Elements to expand lithium recovery at battery recycling facility
The company will begin producing greater than 99% pure, sustainable lithium carbonate recovered from used lithium-ion batteries at its facility in Covington, Georgia, in 2025.
Rosenberg wins AHR Expo 2025 Innovation Award with new AMCA-certified I-series fans
The award-winning fan increases airflow and energy efficiency, while greatly reducing noise.
Digital revolution in transformer substations
A German grid operator is using a digital concept to plan and configure transformer substation upgrade projects.
How does a transformer work?
High voltage electricity is appropriate for long-distance power transmission but for practical applications, it must travel through a transformer that adjusts power to the required voltage.