The regulatory framework is now in place to allow small-scale producers of electricity to export and sell their surplus power via the national grid, but transferring that power to the grid is no trivial task.
Abdelhak Dhabi explains how variable speed control of compressors can be deployed to reduce energy consumption and wear, as well as increasing the overall system efficiency of refrigeration installations.
Recent improvements in accuracy and response times for the latest magnetic encoders mean that they are now a viable alternative to optical encoders in an increasing number of applications.
A failed or under-performing motor can bring a busy production line to a halt, compromise a critical airflow, devastate a water supply or lead to any number of other issues. Here, Andrew McIntyre suggests some simple solutions to potential problems.
Using two brushed dc motors from maxon motor, prosthetic specialist Endolite, have developed a new award winning foot and ankle system that will revolutionise amputees' walking abilities.