
Arirang (Korean: 아리랑) is a line of North Korean Android smartphones. They were announced on 10 August 2013. The phone was distributed to local sales points operated by mobile operators such as Koryolink to be sold together with 3G SIM cards or as a stand-alone device. It is named after the "Arirang" Korean. . In 2013, toured a factory called the "May 11 Factory" that makes the "Arirang" . In the August of same year, first Arirang was released and was claimed to the first domestically produced smartphone. . • • • [pdf]
North Korea's government only allows its citizens to use smartphones it created to monitor and control them. While we can't get hold of them here, there's plenty of information available that gives us a fascinating look into the world of North Korean smartphones. Smartphones were introduced to North Korea in 2002, then banned from 2004 to 2008.
The new report catalogs 55 smartphones that have been sold in North Korea, with specifications and other information where available. View and download a copy of the full report at Lumen. In this new report, Martyn Williams examines smartphones, the smartphone market, and wireless networks in North Korea.
One trend noted in recent years is that North Korean smartphone brands appear to have begun offering several versions of a phone with differing specifications. This mirrors the strategy of companies like Apple and Samsung with their flagship products.
These smartphones from North Korea are more than just messaging devices; they act as systems for oversight. Two built-in applications called ‘Red Flag’ and ‘Trace Viewer’ guarantee that the state monitors all device activities. The program Red Flag observes the phone software to stop any illicit changes from happening.
Recent reports say digital payment apps have also been enthusiastically adopted despite their potential for additional surveillance of citizens. One trend noted in recent years is that North Korean smartphone brands appear to have begun offering several versions of a phone with differing specifications.
A glimpse of a North Korean phone with a built-in mosquito repellant. There's also a Google Drive icon that opens a screensaver app. It's hard to confirm these phones' details reliably. Some specifications here are sourced directly from the DPRK state media, so take those with a bucketload of salt.

Electrolytic capacitors use a chemical feature of some special metals, earlier called "valve metals". Applying a positive voltage to the anode material in an electrolytic bath forms an insulating oxide layer with a thickness corresponding to the applied voltage. This oxide layer acts as the dielectric in an electrolytic capacitor. The properties of this aluminum oxide layer compared with tantalum pentoxide dielectric layer are given in the following table: [pdf]

How to Match a Replacement Capacitor for an Electric MotorExamine the original capacitor and match its ratings in Voltage and and capacitance, uF or micro farads. Look for and record all of the markings on the capacitor. . Take the capacitor or the whole electric motor to a motor rebuild-shop or to your local electrical supplier If the capacitor markings are legible, they'll be able to match it. . [pdf]
Here are some common motor types that use capacitors: 1. Single-Phase Induction Motors: Single-phase induction motors, commonly found in household appliances like refrigerators and air conditioners, often use start and run capacitors to provide the necessary phase shift for smooth starting and running. 2.
Remember to choose a capactor whose voltage rating is at least equal to the rated voltage of the motor. It's perfectly fine to use a capacitor whose voltage rating is greater than the motor's voltage. For example if your motor runs at 220V your capacitor's voltage rating must be 220V or larger. A 330V rated capacitor is fine.
You'll see that motor capacitors are characterized by at least five properties: measured in uF or microfarads, the amount of electrical charge stored in the capacitor and released when needed either to start the motor spinning (a start capacitor) or to help keep it spinning under load (a run capacitor).
A motor can have a start capacitor, run capacitor, or a combination of both. A start capacitor (figure 5) is connected to the motor windings through a centrifugal switch. It is used to increase motor starting torque and allow an electric motor to be cycled on and off rapidly (intermittent or brief use).
A run capacitor (figure 9) is used in single-phase motors to maintain a running torque on an auxiliary coil while the motor is loaded. These capacitors are considered continuous duty while the motor is powered and will remain in the circuit while the start capacitor drops out. Not all single-phase motors have run capacitors.
To improve the motor’s performance: A capacitor can reduce the current lag in a motor, which makes the motor more efficient and increases its running torque. In other words, a capacitor helps a motor to start and run better.
VoltGrid Solutions is committed to delivering dependable power storage for critical infrastructure and renewable systems worldwide.
From modular lithium cabinets to full-scale microgrid deployments, our team offers tailored solutions and responsive support for every project need.