Electric power industry

Agen & Fonroche Launch Largest Solar Lighting Project in EU

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023

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"Agen is the first region to switch so massively to photovoltaics," explains Jean Dionis du Séjour, president of Agen.

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"Agen is the first region to switch so massively to photovoltaics," explains Jean Dionis du Séjour, president of Agen.
The supplier of the new solar-powered street lighting, Fonroche Lighting, is based in Roquefort in the inner suburbs of Agen.
For the general manager of Fonroche Lighting, Laurent Lubrano, solar is a solution for the future.
These examples show that commercial solar lighting solutions are moving out of the specialty space and becoming the first choice for outdoor lighting.

Navitas and KATEK Accelerate Solar Adoption with Higher Efficiency and Lower Costs

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Friday, January 27, 2023

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The global levelized cost of electricity from solar is now 40% lower than coal and natural gas.

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The global levelized cost of electricity from solar is now 40% lower than coal and natural gas.
high-temperature, high-speed performance, resulting in up to 25°C lower case temperature, and up to 3x longer life than alternative SiC products.
Increased switching frequency shrinks the size and weight of ‘passive’ components, which optimizes the KATEK unit in size and weight compared to legacy silicon-based inverters.
“Both companies also share a focus on sustainability, in line with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.”

Vishay Intertechnology 30 V Symmetric Dual MOSFETs in PowerPAIR® 3x3FS Package Achieve 98 % Efficiency

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Monday, January 23, 2023

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MALVERN, Pa., Jan. 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today introduced two new 30 V symmetric dual n-channel power MOSFETs that combine high and low side TrenchFET® Gen V MOSFETs in a single 3.3 mm by 3.3 mm PowerPAIR® 3x3FS package.

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MALVERN, Pa., Jan. 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today introduced two new 30 V symmetric dual n-channel power MOSFETs that combine high and low side TrenchFET® Gen V MOSFETs in a single 3.3 mm by 3.3 mm PowerPAIR® 3x3FS package.
For power conversion in computing and telecom applications, the Vishay Siliconix SiZF5300DT and SiZF5302DT increase efficiency while reducing component counts and simplifying designs.
The SiZF5300DT and SiZF5302DT leverage Vishay’s 30 V Gen V technology for optimal on-resistance and gate charge.
For high frequency switching applications, the result is a 2 % increase in efficiency, allowing for efficiency of 98 % at 100 W.

Nikola Launches First Hydrogen Fuel Cell Truck Mobile Fueler

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Wednesday, January 18, 2023

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PHOENIX, Jan. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nikola Corporation (Nasdaq: NKLA), a global leader in zero-emission transportation and energy supply and infrastructure solutions, announced that it has developed an innovative, heavy-duty, 700 bar (10,000 psi) hydrogen mobile fueler capable of direct fueling hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs).

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PHOENIX, Jan. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nikola Corporation (Nasdaq: NKLA), a global leader in zero-emission transportation and energy supply and infrastructure solutions, announced that it has developed an innovative, heavy-duty, 700 bar (10,000 psi) hydrogen mobile fueler capable of direct fueling hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) .
Nikola's mobile fueler program includes its own mobile fuelers as well as a number of third party mobile fuelers, which will provide Nikola's customers with a variety of flexible fueling options.
"Nikola has spent the greater part of two years developing a flexible mobile fueling solution which cools and compresses hydrogen to rapidly fill 700 bar FCEV heavy-duty trucks," said Nikola Corporation President and CEO, Michael Lohscheller.
"Coupled with Nikola's hydrogen tube trailer, with a capacity of 960 kg, Nikola's mobile fueler can refuel customer trucks back-to-back.

Mon Power and Potomac Edison Move Closer to Construction of Solar Power Plants with Clean Energy Commitment from Harpers Ferry

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Tuesday, January 17, 2023

Harpers Ferry's commitment brings Mon Power and Potomac Edison closer to beginning construction on five proposed solar facilities.

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Harpers Ferry's commitment brings Mon Power and Potomac Edison closer to beginning construction on five proposed solar facilities.
One megawatt of solar energy powers a national average of 173 homes, according to the Solar Energy Industries Association.
"We look forward to working with more customers who have interest in supporting the clean energy transition through solar power."
SRECs are certificates that represent the environmental attributes of solar power and certify solar energy was generated on the purchasers' behalf.

Global Semiconductor Rectifier Market Report 2022-2028 - Increasing Demand for Smart Grids and Rising Government Expenses on Modern Power Generation and Distribution Infrastructure Driving Growth

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Friday, January 13, 2023

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The increasing demand for smart grids and the rising government expenses on modern power generation and distribution infrastructure are some of the primary factors that are expected to drive the semiconductor rectifier market.

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The increasing demand for smart grids and the rising government expenses on modern power generation and distribution infrastructure are some of the primary factors that are expected to drive the semiconductor rectifier market.
Increased demand for rectifier diodes in various automotive and power sector applications and miniaturization of traditional electronic devices is expected to boost market growth.
The Global Semiconductor Rectifier Market is forecasted to continue a gradual growth that is witnessed since 2017, during the forecast period also.
Key trends driving market expansion include the increasing demand for smart grids and the rising government expenses on modern power generation and distribution infrastructure.

Wet Chemicals Market for Electronics and Semiconductor Applications Global Report 2022: Growth in Consumer Electronics, Computing and 5G Bolsters Demand - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, January 16, 2023

The "Wet Chemicals Market for Electronics and Semiconductor Applications - Growth, Trends, COVID-19 Impact, and Forecasts (2022 - 2027)" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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The "Wet Chemicals Market for Electronics and Semiconductor Applications - Growth, Trends, COVID-19 Impact, and Forecasts (2022 - 2027)" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
The wet chemicals market for electronics and semiconductor applications was hampered by the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020.
However, the increasing growth of the electronics industry is expected to positively impact the demand for the wet chemicals market for electronics and semiconductor applications in the near future.
The growth of semiconductors is due to continued robust growth in consumer electronics, computing, 5G, and automotive semiconductors.

Global Semiconductor Rectifier Market Analysis, Size, Segments, Outlook, and Revenue Forecasts, 2017-2021 & 2022-2028 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, January 11, 2023

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By Product Type: Three-phase product type segment held the largest market share in the Global Semiconductor Rectifier Market in 2021.

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By Product Type: Three-phase product type segment held the largest market share in the Global Semiconductor Rectifier Market in 2021.
By Geography: Asia Pacific accounted for the largest market share in 2021 within the total Global Semiconductor Rectifier Market in 2021.
It is anticipated that a sizable percentage of the Global Semiconductor Rectifier Market will come from China, India, and Japan.
The Global Semiconductor Rectifier Market is forecasted to continue a gradual growth that is witnessed since 2017, during the forecast period also.

Infineon Technologies Increases Focus and Investment Into Core Semiconductor Development for High-Reliability Markets; Sells HiRel DC-DC Converter Business to Micross

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023

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Infineon Technologies AG (FSE: IFX / OTCQX: IFNNY) today announced that Micross Components, Inc. (“Micross”) has entered a definitive agreement to purchase Infineon’s HiRel DC-DC converter business including its hybrid and custom board-based power products.

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Infineon Technologies AG (FSE: IFX / OTCQX: IFNNY) today announced that Micross Components, Inc. (“Micross”) has entered a definitive agreement to purchase Infineon’s HiRel DC-DC converter business including its hybrid and custom board-based power products.
This sale will enable Infineon to extend its focus and investments on core semiconductor developments for the high-reliability market, while deemphasizing businesses that require more customized product offerings for the high-reliability industry.
“Infineon is pleased to have reached an agreement with Micross to provide a more strategic home for our HiRel DC-DC converter business,” said Bob LeFort, President of Infineon Technologies Americas.
This transaction enables Infineon to remain focused on the HiRel business areas that benefit from Infineon’s leading semiconductor technologies.

Global Aluminum & Film Capacitor Market Report 2022-2027: Surging Localization Rate of Aluminium and Film Capacitors Driving Growth

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Thursday, January 12, 2023

Aluminum electrolytic capacitor are polarized electrolytic capacitors whose anode electrode (+) is made of a pure aluminum foil with an etched surface.

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Aluminum electrolytic capacitor are polarized electrolytic capacitors whose anode electrode (+) is made of a pure aluminum foil with an etched surface.
Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitor Market Segmentation Analysis:
By Type: The report provides the bifurcation of the aluminum electrolytic capacitor market into two chief segments based on the type: Non-Solid and Solid.
Film Capacitor Market Segmentation Analysis:
By Type: The report provides the bifurcation of the market into three segments based on the type: Polypropylene Film Capacitors, Polyester Film Capacitors and Others.
The global aluminum & film capacitor market is highly fragmented, with a large number of small- and medium-sized manufacturers operating in the market.