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Javad Khazaei earns NSF CAREER Award to streamline smart grid control

Javad Khazaei's research focuses on developing a novel geometry-based predictive control paradigm for distributed energy resources in power systems. By simplifying complex nonlinear systems using reduced-order modeling, his approach aims to slash data requirements and computational burden while maintaining accuracy. This work has promi...

SourceLehigh University·DateMay 27, 2026

New framework bridges gaps in power grid operations with AI technology

A new framework, proposed by Professor Zongjie Wang, helps transmission and distribution operations work together to make holistic decisions without centralization. The method combines data from both systems using reduced distribution network models and AI-powered modeling to account for uncertainties and complexities.

SourceColorado State University·JournalScientific Reports·DateMar 23, 2026
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.

Magnetic control of lithium enables a safe, explosion-free ‘dream battery’

A new hybrid anode technology has been developed that delivers higher energy storage while reducing thermal runaway and explosion risks. The 'magneto-conversion' strategy applies an external magnetic field to ferromagnetic manganese ferrite conversion-type anodes, promoting uniform lithium ion transport and preventing dendrite formation.

SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalEnergy & Environmental Science·DateDec 21, 2025

A control breakthrough for hybrid magnetic bearing: improved cascaded reduced-order active disturbance rejection controller enhances rotor levitation stability

A new control strategy for hybrid magnetic bearing systems is proposed, employing an improved cascaded reduced-order linear active disturbance rejection controller. The strategy significantly enhances rotor suspension stability by employing feedforward compensation, reducing displacement fluctuations and improving system robustness. Ex...

SourceCES Transactions on Electrical Machines and Systems·JournalCES Transactions on Electrical Machines and Systems·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 19, 2025

Artificial photosynthesis can produce food without sunshine

Scientists have developed artificial photosynthesis to produce food in the dark, bypassing sunlight's need. This technology converts CO2, electricity, and water into acetate, a key component of vinegar, boosting food production's conversion efficiency up to 18 times.

SourceUniversity of California - Riverside·JournalNature Food·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 23, 2022
Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter

Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter is a trusted meter for precise measurements during instrument integration, repairs, and field diagnostics.

Solar-biomass hybrid system satisfies home heating requirements in winter

Researchers in China and the US developed a computer simulation model addressing solar power's intermittency by adding biomass to advance a reliable, affordable heating solution. The proposed solar-biomass hybrid system provides cleaner energy than fossil fuel for single-family homes.

SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalJournal of Renewable and Sustainable Energy·DateMay 31, 2022

Polariton parametric oscillator in perovskite microcavity

Researchers have developed a room-temperature perovskite polariton parametric oscillator, enabling scalable and low-threshold nonlinear devices. This breakthrough offers possibilities for the development of cost-effective and integrated polaritonic devices.

SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalAdvanced Photonics·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 9, 2021

Apples to apples: How similarity theory could boost fuel cell research

A comprehensive review of similarity theory in PEMFC research reveals its potential to accelerate progress. The study highlights the benefits of using dimensionless analysis to compare results and reduce testing efforts. However, challenges remain in developing integrated performance criteria.

SourceCactus Communications·JournalEnergy Storage and Saving·TypeLiterature review·DateNov 30, 2021
Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach

Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach provides rugged GNSS navigation, satellite messaging, and SOS for backcountry geology and climate field teams.

Energy-efficient design for mmWave-enabled NOMA-UAV networks

The researchers propose a hybrid precoding architecture to reduce hardware cost and energy consumption in mmWave-enabled NOMA-UAV networks. They optimize UAV placement, user clustering, and power allocation to achieve a good balance between system complexity and performance.

SourceScience China Press·JournalScience China Information Sciences·DateMar 15, 2021

Energy-efficient design for mmWave-enabled NOMA-UAV networks

Researchers designed an energy-efficient transmission scheme for mmWave-enabled NOMA-UAV networks by optimizing UAV placement, hybrid precoding and power allocation. The proposed design achieved better performance in user fairness, spectrum efficiency and energy efficiency compared to other schemes without UAV placement optimization.

SourceScience China Press·JournalScience China Information Sciences·DateAug 24, 2020

National labs leading charge on building better batteries

Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory have made significant improvements to lithium battery anodes, leading to faster charging times and increased capacity. The new designs could enable the widespread adoption of electric vehicles and renewable energy systems.

SourceDOE/US Department of Energy·DateSep 27, 2011

Revolutionary green technology bus has DOE roots

A new urban transit bus features a high-strength stainless steel body and chassis, reducing weight and improving fuel efficiency. The bus is powered primarily by stored electrical energy, driving fuel economy gains.

SourceDOE/Oak Ridge National Laboratory·DateJul 28, 2008