EE&T News: November 30, 2010

A plurality of Volts

If a group of lions is a pride and a group of sheep is a flock, is a group of Chevy Volts.....Chevy Voltage?? That's not such a wild question as organizations such as GE announce fleet buys of the mainly electric Volt. You'll be able to read more about our experience with the Volt in the Nov.-Dec. issue. Meanwhile, send your energy efficency news to us at [email protected] -- Leland Teschler, Editor Read More

How to build fuel-efficient planes

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Standards for high-brightness LEDs

SEMI, the organization for semiconductor manufacturers, has formed a new organization to set standards for high-brightness LEDs (HB-LEDs. The goal is to eliminate costs across the LED industry and boost innovation in equipment and processes. The committee has already set up task forces in four areas: wafers, carriers, automation, and assembly.The automation task force will come up with a standard that facilitates compatibility among different types of HB-LED equipment from different vendors. READ MORE Read More

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Wind turbine noise: Serious problem or just an annoyance?

As more wind turbines get built and more powerful units come on line, there are a rising number of complaints about noise and the potentially harmful side effects of living near them. The complaints are coming from Japan, Germany, Britain, Australia, and the U.S. Most victims say they suffer from insomnia, headaches, heart palpitations, dizziness or buzzing in the ear, and stress. In response, industry groups including the American Wind Energy Assoc., and the Canadian Wind Energy Assoc., sponsored a report concluding that there is no evidence that audible or sub-audible sounds emitted by wind turbines have any direct adverse physiological effects. READ MORE Read More

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A new waste heat scavenger

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Energy shorts

An electric Tuk Tuk
Britain's tallest Sustainable Christmas tree
Power factor correction for LEDs.... control...
...And for ac-dc conversion
LED driver targets battery operated gear
An IGBT for hybrid vehicles
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New High-Efficiency Motors from SEW-EURODRIVE
SEW is excited to announce the new efficient DR Motor series. This modular system of AC motors is available in three efficiency levels: standard, high-efficiency and NEMA Premium® efficiency. The modular DR motor offers a single series with millions of drive combinations; other customizable options include brake size, cost-optimized encoders, and mounting type. All three models comply with worldwide efficiency and energy standards. Visit www.sewmotortruth.com.

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