ad6bcf00-7ac9-430a-bbbf-2519c92671ed20250116093852816wseas:wseasmdt@crossref.orgMDT DepositFinancial Engineering2945-114010.37394/232032https://wseas.com/journals/fe/11020251102025310.37394/232032.2025.3https://wseas.com/journals/fe/2025.phpKhairulnizamOthmanCentre for Diploma Studies 1Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (Pagoh Campus) KM 1, Jalan Panchor, 84600 Panchor, Johor MALAYSIAMohd NorzaliMohdFaculty of Electrical and Electronic Engineering , Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia 86400, Parit Raja, Johor, Malaysia MALAYSIAMuhammad Qusyairi AbdulRahmanCentre for Diploma Studies 1Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (Pagoh Campus) KM 1, Jalan Panchor, 84600 Panchor, Johor MALAYSIAMohd Hadri MohamedNorCentre for Diploma Studies 1Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (Pagoh Campus) KM 1, Jalan Panchor, 84600 Panchor, Johor MALAYSIAKhairulnizamNgadimonCentre for Diploma Studies 1Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (Pagoh Campus) KM 1, Jalan Panchor, 84600 Panchor, Johor MALAYSIAZulkifliSulaimanFive Element Technology Sdn Bhd, Plot 44, Pertanian Moden Ayer Hitam Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia 86400, Parit Raja, Johor, Malaysia MALAYSIAThis research explores the challenges associated with achieving a true full charge in Electric Double-Layer Capacitors (EDLCs) during relaxation charging. The conventional method, while reaching a full charge, is considered a pseudo full charge, leading to inefficient energy utilization. The proposed solution involves a parallel monitor with a simple electronic circuit that can be electronically disconnected during relaxed charging. This innovation prevents the wasteful flow of charging current through the parallel monitor, facilitating efficient relaxation charging. Experimental results demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed parallel monitor in contrast to conventional methods, showing promise for practical applications in cordless equipment and similar scenarios. Future work aims to enhance accuracy and adaptability to variable charging currents. This article delves into enhancing the performance of Electric Double-Layer Capacitors (EDLC), particularly in series-connected configurations. Comparisons with lead-acid batteries highlight EDLC advantages in power electronics, showcasing long cycle life and high voltage operation. 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