Grid-Level Energy Storage And The Challenge Of Storing Energy Efficiently

Bath County Pumped Storage Station (Credit: CHA)

Although every electrical grid begins with the production of electricity, there are times when storing this power in some form instead of using it immediately is highly convenient. Today’s battery-powered …read more Continue reading Grid-Level Energy Storage And The Challenge Of Storing Energy Efficiently→

A Power Button for Raspberry Pi, Courtesy of Device Tree Overlays

As a standard feature of the Linux kernel, device tree overlays (DTOs) allow for easy enabling and configuration of features and drivers, such as those contained within the standard firmware …read more Continue reading A Power Button for Raspberry Pi, Courtesy of Device Tree Overlays→

Bringing The Art Of Origami And Kirigami To Robotics And Medical Technology

Cranes made by Origami (Orizuru). The height is 35mm.

Traditionally, when it comes to high-tech self-assembling microscopic structures for use in medicine delivery, and refined, delicate grippers for robotics, there’s been a dearth of effective, economical options. While some …read more Continue reading Bringing The Art Of Origami And Kirigami To Robotics And Medical Technology→

Grid Batteries On Wheels: The Complicated Logistics Of Vehicle-Grid Integration

At its core, the concept of vehicle-grid integration (VGI) – also called Vehicle To Grid (V2G) – seems a simple one. Instead of a unidirectional charger for battery-electric vehicles (BEVs), …read more Continue reading Grid Batteries On Wheels: The Complicated Logistics Of Vehicle-Grid Integration→