Energy Efficient

Monday - February 20, 2023

Why You Should Invest in a Quality Cooling Fan

When it comes to maintaining the performance and efficiency of your electronic equipment, cooling is one of the most crucial design features. Without adequate cooling, electronic components will quickly overheat and suffer from reduced performance. Fortunately, cooling fans are an effective and affordable way to keep your devices running at optimal efficiency. Factors to Consider […]

Monday - November 28, 2022

Induction Cooking: A Greener Alternative

With the Holiday Season approaching, the heat is on in domestic and commercial kitchens and chefs and cooks will be busy at their ranges. Arguably though, the cooktop is the appliance used most intensively at holiday time, helping prepare vegetables, sauces, and everything else other than pies, meat and turkey. Today’s cooktops are powered by […]

Monday - October 31, 2022

Enhancing Vehicle Performance with Smart Actuators

Rising gas prices are driving renewed consumer interest in hybrid and electric vehicles. For consumers today, fuel efficiency is top of mind when purchasing a new car. Vehicle manufacturers are continually exploring ways to improve gas mileage and battery range to appeal to the growing number of eco-conscious buyers. In addition to fuel efficiency, today’s […]

Monday - August 8, 2022

Server Cooling: Balancing Efficiency and Performance

Data. One of the most valuable things on the planet right now. From data collection, processing, and distribution – our increasingly digital world explains the growing need for efficient data storage solutions. The largest data center in the U.S. is over 7 million square feet and they continue to grow in size and server density. […]

Monday - June 20, 2022

MEMS Sensors Support Efficiency Upgrades for Home Appliances

The cost of energy has risen steadily over the years and has been driven higher recently due to unanticipated events impacting global fuel supplies. This, coupled with the negative effect of fossil fuels on the environment has led to increased interest in energy conservation applications. While electric vehicles typically dominate headlines when it comes to […]

Monday - June 13, 2022

Optimizing Battery Life for Power Tools with High-efficiency Components

Cordless power tools are becoming commonplace for both hobby and professional users because they are convenient and easy to operate. Being able to move around an area untethered offers users more freedom and can even help reduce the total time it takes to complete a job. As more consumers replace their corded power tools with […]

Monday - May 2, 2022

BLDC Motors Drive Efficient Air Purification

The air purifier market has witnessed major growth in the last two years due to two historic events. First, when the COVID-19 pandemic hit, people became hyperaware of the air they were breathing and second, when raging wildfires produced smoke that slowly covered the country from coast to coast. The most effective air purifiers utilize […]

Monday - December 20, 2021

The Next Challenge: Designing Invisible Wearables

Wearables, intelligent devices worn on the body, have been around long enough that most people understand the benefits they offer for improving both individual and public health & wellness. These devices monitor a growing number of health metrics such as heartrate, breathing, blood oxygen and more, and can use this valuable data to generate a […]

Monday - August 16, 2021

Stepping Motors Drive New Smart Faucets

Smart devices are proliferating throughout our homes, but the last device you might expect to become intelligent is the faucet. The reality is though, a smart faucet can save money by reducing water and energy consumption. You can use it hands-free and adjust the flow to suit what you’re doing. It can even prevent scalding […]