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CMTI ratings often fall short in real-world systems. This article examines how factors such as layout, parasitic effects,…

CMTI ratings often fall short in real-world systems. This article examines how factors such as layout, parasitic effects, and fast switching can…

Today, Schneider Electric released the upgraded Charge Pro Level 2 charger, which allows commercial and fleet operators…

Today, Schneider Electric released the upgraded Charge Pro Level 2 charger, which allows commercial and fleet operators to connect directly to…

This article contrasts pole-mounted and pad-mounted transformers and their respective design, safety, and operational…

This article contrasts pole-mounted and pad-mounted transformers and their respective design, safety, and operational features in their different…

The new 1 W and 3 W regulated converters streamline low-voltage power distribution by squeezing an ultra-wide 4.5–36…

The new 1 W and 3 W regulated converters streamline low-voltage power distribution by squeezing an ultra-wide 4.5–36 VDC input window into a…

Distribution transformers shape network voltage and fault behavior. Learn how winding configurations, vector groups, and…

Distribution transformers shape network voltage and fault behavior. Learn how winding configurations, vector groups, and grounding methods impact…

How utilities can avoid the telecom industry’s historical virtualization mistakes to successfully build a…

How utilities can avoid the telecom industry’s historical virtualization mistakes to successfully build a software-orchestrated, resilient energy…

Learn how distribution transformers bridge medium-voltage feeders and end-use equipment, ensuring stable voltage through…

Learn how distribution transformers bridge medium-voltage feeders and end-use equipment, ensuring stable voltage through strategic placement,…

Learn about fault levels and short-circuit protection for medium-voltage distribution. We’ll examine current sources,…

Learn about fault levels and short-circuit protection for medium-voltage distribution. We’ll examine current sources, fault types, symmetrical…

North America’s grid watchdog has issued a Level 3 alert—the most serious—over reliability risks posed by…

North America’s grid watchdog has issued a Level 3 alert—the most serious—over reliability risks posed by computational load.

Overhead vs. underground power distribution: Learn the cost, reliability, and design trade-offs for medium voltage power…

Overhead vs. underground power distribution: Learn the cost, reliability, and design trade-offs for medium voltage power systems across urban,…

Explore distribution topologies, from simple radial feeders to complex networks, and examine reliability metrics, common…

Explore distribution topologies, from simple radial feeders to complex networks, and examine reliability metrics, common causes of outages, and…

Learn the engineering challenges of ensuring transformer resilience and managing the shift to new ester and silicone oils…

Learn the engineering challenges of ensuring transformer resilience and managing the shift to new ester and silicone oils with advanced, PFAS-free…

AWS, Siemens Energy, Mortenson, Nor-Cal Controls, Xcel Energy, and the State of New Jersey have all made decisions to…

AWS, Siemens Energy, Mortenson, Nor-Cal Controls, Xcel Energy, and the State of New Jersey have all made decisions to expand energy diversity and…

Learn how modern substation commissioning extends beyond plant checks to verify SCADA, comms, cybersecurity, and data…

Learn how modern substation commissioning extends beyond plant checks to verify SCADA, comms, cybersecurity, and data integrity for safe operation…

Bhavini, Antares, BWX Technologies, Realta Fusion, and Commonwealth Fusion Systems are among the companies working on…

Bhavini, Antares, BWX Technologies, Realta Fusion, and Commonwealth Fusion Systems are among the companies working on advanced nuclear power…

Substation field testing ensures long-term reliability. It verifies instrument transformers , circuit breakers, and…

Substation field testing ensures long-term reliability. It verifies instrument transformers , circuit breakers, and protection relays against…

To celebrate Women's History Month, we spotlight Erna Hamburger, an engineer who graduated top of her class at EPFL in…

To celebrate Women's History Month, we spotlight Erna Hamburger, an engineer who graduated top of her class at EPFL in 1933 and spent decades…

This article compares gas-insulated (GIS) and air-insulated substations (AIS), outlining their design principles,…

This article compares gas-insulated (GIS) and air-insulated substations (AIS), outlining their design principles, performance characteristics, and…

This article walks through pre‑commissioning inspections and electrical tests commonly used in utility and industrial…

This article walks through pre‑commissioning inspections and electrical tests commonly used in utility and industrial substations, translating…