Steps taken to enhance copper conductivity by adding carbon nanotubes. Test results for conductivity, current-carrying capacity, and tensile strength. We know that copper (Cu) fortunately combines ...

The resistivity versus temperature curves of pure Cu, CuCr alloys and CuCr/Gr wires were tested to determine the effect of Cr and graphene incorporation on resistivity. The study, led by Tingting Zuo, ...

Copper's role in clean energy initiatives. Issues with copper mining. Possible alternative materials to copper. Copper and the circular economy. Most circuit designers probably aren’t thinking about, ...

As copper prices hit record highs, engineers are reassessing whether aluminium is now a more attractive option for some winding applications. Steve Hughes, managing director of REO UK, examines the ...

PARIS — Tyco Electronics now offers the Mag-Mate insulation displacement crimp (IDC) interconnection system as a cost-effective interconnect for fractional horsepower (FHP) motor manufacturers. The ...

France-based wire and cable producer Nexans says the low-carbon AC90 cable it manufactures and sells in Canada uses copper that includes at least 14 percent recycled content. “In the ever-evolving ...

Article 310 contains the general requirements for conductors, such as their insulation markings, ampacity ratings, and conditions of use. It does not apply to ...