Here is a simple method for estimating the actual load on an electric motor without special equipment. But first, a word of caution: Some applications (e.g., a large forced draft fan) require more ...

This Power Tip presents a simple method to estimate the transient response of a power supply by knowing the control bandwidth and output filter capacitor characteristic. It uses the fact that the ...

In any case, gate-level power estimation is executed far too late in the design flow to take significant power-reduction measures. Now we come to the question of economics and effort. Choosing ...

In an era of increasing penetration of renewable energy and enhanced complexity in electrical networks, dynamic load modelling has emerged as a crucial research area. This approach involves developing ...

Given that power optimization should be a top down processes, it is important to ask the question about accuracy and fidelity of the current estimation tools. To kick this off I will turn to the words ...

The electrical panel, also known as the service panel, is the control center for all the electrical circuitry in a residence. Today’s panels are bigger than earlier versions. They have to be, because ...

The nation’s energy infrastructure is in dire need of change. Electricity demands are rising, but aging infrastructure, understaffed energy organizations, and shifting trends make it challenging to ...

Semiconductor Engineering sat down with a large panel of experts to discuss the state of power estimation and to find out if the current levels of accuracy are sufficient to being able to make ...