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Norwegian distribution system operator Elvia has deployed Siemens’ LV Insights X, a software platform for low-voltage…

Norwegian distribution system operator Elvia has deployed Siemens’ LV Insights X, a software platform for low-voltage grid operators that allows…

This article teaches three-phase transformers' fundamental principles and configurations, including their construction…

This article teaches three-phase transformers' fundamental principles and configurations, including their construction with three primary and…

It might be time to think more seriously about beaming solar energy from orbiting power stations. Several organizations…

It might be time to think more seriously about beaming solar energy from orbiting power stations. Several organizations are already working on the…

Learn about limiting the available ground-fault current and how to ground equipment above 1 kV.

Learn about limiting the available ground-fault current and how to ground equipment above 1 kV.

The federal government is pouring nearly $3.5 billion into 58 projects targeting infrastructure upgrades, microgrids,…

The federal government is pouring nearly $3.5 billion into 58 projects targeting infrastructure upgrades, microgrids, smart controls, and advanced…

This technology profile covers MicroSCADA’s 40-year evolution, from its origins as an early power automation innovation…

This technology profile covers MicroSCADA’s 40-year evolution, from its origins as an early power automation innovation to an advanced next-gen…

Reliability engineering in electrical systems is essential to ensuring system efficiency. This article explores how…

Reliability engineering in electrical systems is essential to ensuring system efficiency. This article explores how probability models are used in…

Substations are using digital twin platforms, machine learning, robotics, and other high-tech tools to increase stability…

Substations are using digital twin platforms, machine learning, robotics, and other high-tech tools to increase stability and efficiency.

Learn about single-point and multi-grounded neutrals and service-supplied AC systems above 1 kV.

Learn about single-point and multi-grounded neutrals and service-supplied AC systems above 1 kV.

Densely packed infrastructure in urban spaces can significantly raise temperatures in structures and surrounding areas.…

Densely packed infrastructure in urban spaces can significantly raise temperatures in structures and surrounding areas. Engineers are pioneering…

This article explains transformers with dual-voltage ratings and explores their configurations and how the windings can…

This article explains transformers with dual-voltage ratings and explores their configurations and how the windings can be connected in series or…

Vermont’s leading utility introduced a plan to overhaul its transmission and distribution infrastructure to eliminate…

Vermont’s leading utility introduced a plan to overhaul its transmission and distribution infrastructure to eliminate outages by 2030. The…

Researchers are employing time reversal concepts to better identify and locate faults on the grid.

Researchers are employing time reversal concepts to better identify and locate faults on the grid.

A pair of high-voltage direct current transmission projects are coming to Japan and the U.S., while the DOE funds other…

A pair of high-voltage direct current transmission projects are coming to Japan and the U.S., while the DOE funds other HVDC innovations.

An experimental approach to investigate the impact of higher switching frequencies on the inverter and motor efficiency…

An experimental approach to investigate the impact of higher switching frequencies on the inverter and motor efficiency using SiC and GaN

Experts say energy system models urgently need improvements to include emerging renewable energy technology and energy…

Experts say energy system models urgently need improvements to include emerging renewable energy technology and energy storage systems.

This article explains transformer voltage adjustment taps and their crucial role in maintaining secondary voltage despite…

This article explains transformer voltage adjustment taps and their crucial role in maintaining secondary voltage despite fluctuations in the supply.

Learn whether or not you should connect a direct current power supply to the ground.

Learn whether or not you should connect a direct current power supply to the ground.

Duke Energy's self-healing grid prevented 17,000 outages in Florida during Hurricane Idalia. This type of smart grid can…

Duke Energy's self-healing grid prevented 17,000 outages in Florida during Hurricane Idalia. This type of smart grid can detect problems and…