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Also known as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), drones have become commonplace in commercial and defense applications, but as the technology continues to evolve, so does a shift in power management systems. Drones that once ran on high energy density batteries with limited flight time are now being redesigned to rely on high-performing cables, which use a battery backup and offer unlimited flight time. 

As much as possible, system designers should reduce the number of moving components and the friction among these components to achieve a low particulation cable system that will last for tens of millions of cycles.

This paper explores how several producers’ use of new efficient, low-resistance filter media has increased the capacity of their systems 20% and more, improving their meltshop environmental quality. Economic and technical considerations are explored, together with impacts and considerations on a plant’s environmental permitting.

This paper will explore the operational results of an installation of new low resistance filter media at the Steel Dynamics Inc. - VA (SDI-VA) plant, which resulted a significant reduction in electrical energy used by the APC system.

JANUARY 2013 // This 12-month test evaluates the effects of changes in temperature, pressure and humidity on two IP66-rated outdoor LED luminaires – one with a GORE^® Vent, one sealed. Results show that venting, to equalize internal pressures, improves luminaire reliability.

FEBRUARY 2014 // After up to 11 years in the field, 29 tower-mounted amplifiers and combiners with GORE® Vents were inspected and integrity-tested. 100% of the units exceeded recommended airflow and 90% passed the IPX7 immersion test, demonstrating the vents’ exceptional reliability.

AUGUST 2014 // This paper provides data from long-term studies that demonstrate how integrating a GORE^® Protective Vent can extend the life of LED outdoor luminaires, by protecting against seal-stressing pressure differentials, condensation formation and ingress of contaminants.

2013 // This paper details the value of using robust, IP6Y-compliant GORE^® Vents to effectively block the water and contaminants that could otherwise compromise a solar module’s expected 25-year lifespan.

FEBRUARY 2015 // This study compares the performance of two IP66-compliant methods for reducing condensation in security camera housings. The GORE^® Protective Vent was much more effective than desiccant at dissipating moisture, preventing seal failure and subsequent ingress of liquids.

JULY 2014 // These tests of vented and non-vented IP66-rated junction boxes demonstrate that GORE^® Vents can help lengthen solar equipment service life, because they preserve seal integrity, block liquids and contaminants, and effectively diffuse water vapor to minimize condensation.