Energy
Building our piece of the electric stack
Publication: Volts
Author: David Roberts
Source published: 23/10/2026, 10:08:33 UTC
Briefing created: 23/10/2026, 10:27:25 UTC
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Briefings
Sam D'Amico of Impulse Labs is launching a battery-powered induction cooktop to demonstrate the US's potential in the electric stack, despite China's dominance. The device pushes 10 kW per burner on a 120V outlet, licensing the core platform to major brands. D'Amico argues that while China controls most of the stack, American innovation in hardware and AI could reclaim a share, though the article notes the US remains in a weak position.
Key points
- Impulse Labs is licensing its battery-powered induction cooktop platform to major appliance brands for domestic manufacturing.
- The cooktop delivers 10 kilowatts of power per burner while plugging into a standard 120V outlet.
Context
Sam D'Amico, co-author of 'The Electric Slide' and founder of Impulse Labs, is betting the US can claim a piece of the electric stack. He started with a battery-powered induction cooktop to test domestic manufacturing capabilities.
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