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Ultra-fast charger introduced for quick recharging of EVs
Nidec is presenting the Ultra Fast Charger (UFC), an advanced system that hooks up to the national grid through charging towers, simplifying and accelerating the electrification process of infrastructures for supplying electric cars, and reducing operating costs at the same time. This solution will help pave the way for the spread of electric vehicles, a market which in many countries is still struggling to get off the ground, but which has huge ...
Dyneo permanent magnet motor saves a fish feed producer
Specialist in aquafeed production, Aller Aqua has replaced an ageing, damaged DC motor on its principal extruder with a Dyneo motor from Leroy-Somer, part of the Nidec group.The investment is providing the company with significant annual savings in energy costs. Aquaculture, more commonly known as fish farming, is a rapidly growing sector.
Motor and drive ranges launched at SPS Drives
Part of the Nidec group, Leroy-Somer is preparing for the launch of new ranges at SPS IPC Drives which is taking place from 28th to 30th November in Nuremberg.Leroy-Somer will be demonstrating Commander ID300, a new integrated drive for the control of its IMfinity induction motors from 0.25-7.5kW. This all-in-one drive solution has been designed to meet the strategic challenges of increasingly complex and demanding production environments, induce...
Humanoid robot has flexible joints to control the force of contact
A third generation humanoid robot named T-HR3 has been revealed by Toyota Motor. The company'slatest robotics platform, designed and developed by Toyota's Partner Robot Division, explores new technologies for safely managing physical interactions between robots and their surroundings, as well as a new remote maneuvering system that mirrors user movements to the robot.
Smart robot detects changes in atmospheric pressure
With the Internet of Things (IoT) becoming a big part of people's lives, network-connected embedded systems are becoming more important than ever. STMicroelectronics showcased its latest solutions for embedded systems, including a robot demo composed of a range of ST products, at Embedded Technology 2017 (ET2017).
Highvolt project prepares tomorrow's technology
One of the eight Technological Research Institutes in France certified under the Future Investment programme on the initiative of the IRT Saint Exupéry signed a multi-partner research project with Leroy-Somer in the industry, aviation and transport sectors.Under this programme, one of whose pillars is electrical machine insulation system lifetime and reliability control, Leroy-Somer will be providing its partners with its experience and kn...
Biomass plant battery installation a first for the UK
The Blackburn Meadows biomass plant near Sheffield has received delivery, installation and grid connection 10MW battery from E.ON. The plant is a new energy storage project that will help keep power supplies stable and support the range of power generation sources feeding into the UK’s national grid.
Demand from petrochemical industries boosts motors market
The key drivers for the growth of electric motor market in Saudi Arabia are expansion of public infrastructure, government policies to support establishment of new industries and large scale investments in the power and water utility sector. However, the market volume declined in 2016 due to lower government spending as a result of budget deficit on the back of falling crude oil prices. According to 6Wresearch, Saudi Arabia electric motors market...
Design re-invents static pressure fans
Market trends for equipment where cooling is required demand high-density and miniaturisation in design, observes Dynetics, requiring a re-think on fan design Dynetics at PCIM Europe 2017: Stand 9-144
E.ON breaks ground on battery project
The installation of a 10MW battery has begun at E.ON’s biomass combined heat and power (CHP) plant at Blackburn Meadows near Sheffield, which is a new energy storage project that will help keep power supplies stable and balance the range of power generation sources feeding into the UK’s national grid.