pv magazine International

Water-spray cooling can improve PV module efficiency by 28% in arid environments

An Algerian research team has developed a smart water-spray cooling system for PV panels that activates only when temperatures exceed a set threshold, boosting efficiency while minimizing water use in ...
CNX Software

DFRobot launches low-power, low-cost Fermion: BMV080 air quality sensor module

BMV080 is a low-power, low-cost PM1, PM2.5, and PM10 sensor module with I2C and SPI interfaces that sells for just $29.90.
CNX Software

Arduino Matter Discovery Bundle educational kit combines Arduino Nano Matter with three Modulino modules

Arduino has just announced the Arduino Matter Discovery Bundle (AKX00081), an all-in-one development kit designed to help ...
IEEE

Design of Interfacial Electrical Tree-Resistant Packaging Insulation Using Grafted Silicone Elastomer Nanocomposites for High-Temperature Power Modules

Abstract: The interfacial electrical tree (IET) between the packaging insulation and the ceramic substrate is easily initiated by a high electric field around the triple point in the power modules, ...
IEEE

SiC MOSFET Power Module with a Compact Spatially Symmetric Double-Sided Embedded Packaging Method for High-Temperature Applications up to 500°C

Abstract: The pursuit of higher temperatures, frequencies, and power densities in power converters has significantly elevated the performance demands on power modules. Existing designs struggle to ...
pv magazine International

New algorithm reduces solar module temperature during clipping, curtailment

UNSW researchers have developed a thermal-aware tracking algorithm that reduces solar module temperatures and UV exposure during inverter clipping and curtailment, slowing degradation without lowering ...