April 25, 2018 | The 18th Annual Advanced Automotive Battery Conference (AABC), June 4-7 in San Diego, is quickly approaching. With the beautiful Hotel Del Coronado as the backdrop, AABC 2018 will highlight the technical and business issues that will impact the pace and path of vehicle electrification worldwide. Whether you are most interested in xEV expansion, raw material development, partnering, or R&D, the event will address some of the fundamental questions facing the industry and roadmaps for the future. The full agenda is available online; here are a few topics that caught our eye. – The Editors Read more about Expansion of xEVs, Advanced Materials and More: AABC 2018 Preview …
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Li-Ion Battery Shipping, Regulations and Refurbishment
Shannon Given, Editor, Battery Power Online
April 24, 2018 | At the 35th International Battery Seminar last month there were presentations of new battery technologies, exploration of battery chemistries, and assessments of the battery market. But everything wasn’t focused on the new. Attendees and speakers also dug into what to do with the old. Read more about Li-Ion Battery Shipping, Regulations and Refurbishment …
Uber’s Flight Futures and Current Battery Tech Hurdles
Allison Proffitt, Editorial Director, Battery Power Online
April 19, 2018 | The opening pair of plenary talks at the International Battery Seminary and Exhibit last month juxtaposed two grand visions: Celina Mikolajczak, director of battery development at Uber, painted a picture of an urban future in which an autonomous aircraft—a cross between a helicopter and a very small airplane—carries up to five passengers between dedicated sky ports for about 60 miles. Jeff Dahn, professor of chemistry at Dalhousie University, hopes to soon understand how the battery electrolyte ages. Read more about Uber’s Flight Futures and Current Battery Tech Hurdles …
Exhibit Highlights from the 35th International Battery Seminar
April 12, 2018 | The 35th International Battery Seminar took place March 26-29 in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. In addition to the in-depth tutorials, presentations and…
Improving Electrical System Reliability Through Comprehensive Battery Service
Commentary Contributed by Brandon Schuler, Supervising Engineer, DC Services • Vertiv’s Electrical Reliability Services
When it comes to the electrical systems in industrial and commercial facilities and power plants, total system reliability is the top priority. That requires an approach to electrical system service that encompasses both the AC and DC power systems. Read more about Improving Electrical System Reliability Through Comprehensive Battery Service …
A Quick Guide to UPS System Battery Maintenance and Monitoring
Commentary contributed by Rob Hirschberg, Head of Marketing and Ken Wright, Technical Telecom Manager with Alpine Power Systems
Every UPS (uninterruptible power supply) system has a battery that initiates when loss of power from the main-source is identified. The battery is the life behind every UPS system. The UPS battery acts as a secondary power source that allows data to be saved in the event of a commercial power outage. Unfortunately, the battery is the weakest link in every UPS system. UPS batteries should be properly maintained and monitored to prolong their life, mitigate safety concerns, and most importantly, avoid downtime. Follow this simple guide below to learn the importance of battery maintenance and monitoring and understand how to perform these tasks effectively. Read more about A Quick Guide to UPS System Battery Maintenance and Monitoring …
Challenges for Manufacturers and Retailers in Certifications and Regulations for Power Banks
Commentary contributed by Rich Byczek, Global Technical Director – Transportation Technologies, Intertek
February 14, 2018 | As we have more and more portable devices powered via a common USB interface or adapter, the need for convenient charging “on-the-go” has led to the proliferation of the Powerbank, and its’ often larger sibling, the Power Pack. Simply stated, Powerbanks are typically Lithium-ion based batteries encased in a protective enclosure and providing a USB charging interface to power or charge those portable devices such as tablets and smartphones. In some cases, these powerbanks may incorporate their own wall-connection and imbedded charger, but more commonly are recharged via the same USB interface. Read more about Challenges for Manufacturers and Retailers in Certifications and Regulations for Power Banks …
