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European researchers determined causes and warning signs for power outages that could lead to widespread blackouts. They…

European researchers determined causes and warning signs for power outages that could lead to widespread blackouts. They recommended strategies for…

This article examines three-phase transformer connections and their advantages and disadvantages, which are crucial for…

This article examines three-phase transformer connections and their advantages and disadvantages, which are crucial for effectively matching…

A renewable standalone power system just came online in a wildfire-prone area in rural California, replacing nearly 1…

A renewable standalone power system just came online in a wildfire-prone area in rural California, replacing nearly 1 mile of overhead distribution…

Two separate studies of electrolyte materials have resulted in breakthroughs in the development of solid-state batteries.

Two separate studies of electrolyte materials have resulted in breakthroughs in the development of solid-state batteries.

A European report outlines strategies to assist North American grid engineers in implementing high-voltage direct current…

A European report outlines strategies to assist North American grid engineers in implementing high-voltage direct current transmission.

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.