Researchers at the University of Houston have discovered a new thermoelectric material capable of high performance at temperatures ranging from room temperature to 300 degrees Celsius (573 degrees Fahrenheit) and possibly higher. The material is reportedly the first new high-efficiency thermoelectric material in 60 years, and could be important for both clean energy research … [Read more...]
Power Cycle and Thermal Testing of Electronic Components
Mentor Graphics Corporation has released the new MicReD Industrial Power Tester 1,500A for power cycling and thermal testing of electronics components to simulate and measure lifetime performance. The MicReD Industrial Power Tester 1500A is ideal for reliability testing of power electronic components used in industries such as automotive and transportation including in hybrid … [Read more...]
Polymer-Based Thermal Interface Material Cools Devices at 200°C
Scientists have developed a new polymer-based thermal interface material (TIM) capable of conducing heat 20 times better than conventional polymer. Reliable in temperatures of up to 200°C, the modified material can be fabricated on heat sinks and heat spreaders and adheres well to components in servers, LEDs and mobile devices. “Thermal management schemes can get more … [Read more...]
Tesla to Replace Charging Adapters Following Vehicle Fire
Electric vehicle manufacturer Tesla Motors Inc. has announced it will send out replacement wall charger adapters to customers following an investigation into a garage fire involving a Tesla Model S sedan and its wall-mounted charging system last month. Investigators of the Nov. 15 Irvine, Calif. fire said in a report that the Tesla-supplied charging system or the connection at … [Read more...]
New Dispensable Thermal Pads Offer Improved Heat Management, Greater Application Potential
Dow Corning, a developer of silicon-based technology, has introduced new Dow Corning Dispensable Thermal Pads for use in LED, data server, telecommunications equipment and transportation thermal management applications. “Compared to traditional fabricated thermal pads, new Dow Corning Dispensable Thermal Pads offer the potential for broader design latitudes, simplified … [Read more...]
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