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Plug Power Commissions Next-Generation GenSys(R) Fuel Cell Systems

Plug Power Inc. (Nasdaq: PLUG), today announced the commissioning and testing of 10 next-generation GenSys fuel cell systems. The next-generation GenSys fuel cell system is being designed for remote prime power applications, where it is expected to provide both economic and performance benefits over traditional remote prime power generation technologies. This project will serve as a proving ground to characterize reliability and enhance the product in preparation for its commercial introduction. Ten 5-kilowatt, grid-independent, prime-power, LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) fueled systems were commissioned last week at the Robins Air Force Base in Georgia. The systems have been configured to supplement the electrical grid and for testing of various load profiles to simulate real-world demands. The fuel cell systems are designed to transmit data via wireless modem to Plug Power. Detailed system operational data will be sent to the Company’s headquarters to help enhance product performance and improve system reliability throughout the one-year field trial. Partners in the project include: Advanced Power Technology Office, Warner Robins Air Logistics Center at the Robins Air Force Base in Georgia — site host and program sponsor; U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Engineer Research and Development Center, Construction Engineering Research Laboratory — contracting agent and […]

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Cypress's New USB 2.0 Microcontroller Has World's Smallest Package And Lowest Power

Cypress Semiconductor Corp. (NYSE:CY), today introduced the world’s smallest high-speed USB 2.0 programmable microcontroller. Cypress is now offering its EZ-USB FX2LP(TM) controller in a 56-ball VFBGA (Very Fine Pitch Ball Grid Array) package that measures only 5 mm x 5 mm with 0.5-mm ball pitch. The device, with its diminutive package and the EZ-USB LP(TM) family’s industry-leading low power specifications, delivers an ideal solution for implementing high-speed USB in small-form-factor and/or battery-powered applications such as mobile phones, portable media players, PDAs and webcams. The EZ-USB LP family takes advantage of advanced process technology developed by Cypress to slash dynamic and standby power consumption by nearly 50 percent vs. leading competitors. As a result of the low dynamic power, peripherals using the new devices can operate from the power of the USB bus. The low standby current enables portable USB applications to significantly extend battery life. The EZ-USB FX2LP has typical current consumption (Icc) of just 50 mA, enabling peripherals to enumerate at well below the 100 mA USB-IF bus power specification to offer ample power margins to implement additional features. Competing solutions typically consume 80-110 mA. The device is a fully integrated peripheral controller, including an 8051 microprocessor, a serial […]

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