power electronics

Popular Incandescent Bulbs Phasing Out In New Year

Editor’s Note: Below is an edited version of a Q&A with ARPA-E’s Dr. Timothy Heidel, who focuses on developing next-generation power conversion devices that could dramatically transform how power is controlled and converted throughout the grid. For more on Dr. Heidel’s thoughts on how ARPA-E is working to make the U.S. electric grid more reliable… Keep reading →

Apple's New iPad Air Goes On Sale

Hidden inside nearly every modern electronic is a technology — called power electronics — that is quietly making our world run. Yet, as things like our phones, appliances and cars advance, current power electronics will no longer be able to meet our needs, making it essential that we invest in the future of this technology.… Keep reading →