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National Electrical Code 2023 Basics: Grounding and Bonding Part 12

National Electrical Code 2023 Basics: Grounding and Bonding Part 12

Learn about the rules for installing grounding electrode systems.


Subsea Transmission Link to Propel UK and France to Zero-carbon Economy

Subsea Transmission Link to Propel UK and France to Zero-carbon Economy

The UK High Court supports the development of the UK-France Aquind Interconnector, a subsea transmission link capable of delivering up to 17…


News Mar 09, 2023 by Stephanie Leonida
National Electrical Code 2023 Basics: Grounding and Bonding Part 11

National Electrical Code 2023 Basics: Grounding and Bonding Part 11

Learn about grounding electrode systems and conductors.


Recycling Transmission Lines With Aluminum Separators

Recycling Transmission Lines With Aluminum Separators

Australian transmission operator Transgrid has deployed a new system from Germany-based Zeck to recycle aluminum from transmission line conductors. 


News Mar 06, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Generating Energy From Moving Trains Supports Smart Rail Infrastructure

Generating Energy From Moving Trains Supports Smart Rail Infrastructure

This article explores the latest research surrounding electricity generation to develop a safer smart rail infrastructure.


News Feb 09, 2023 by Stephanie Leonida
Safeguarding Electric Infrastructure With Wireless Spark Prevention

Safeguarding Electric Infrastructure With Wireless Spark Prevention

Hitachi Energy has unveiled its digital solution for protecting the electric infrastructure and the environment from devastating wildfires.


Blockchain Ledger System Can Increase Power Grid Cybersecurity

Blockchain Ledger System Can Increase Power Grid Cybersecurity

The U.S. Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory has developed a blockchain ledger system that might help utility companies and…


National Grid UK, VEIR to Test Superconductor Power Lines

National Grid UK, VEIR to Test Superconductor Power Lines

A new partnership between British electric utility company National Grid and Boston-based superconductor startup VEIR centers on a novel approach…


News Nov 17, 2022 by Shannon Cuthrell
Bee Behavior Aids Turbine Positioning for Maximum Output

Bee Behavior Aids Turbine Positioning for Maximum Output

University researchers are developing a modified algorithm based on honeybee behavior to help wind turbine engineers position wind turbines for…


News Nov 09, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
Dynamic Line Rating Technology Improves Grid Congestion

Dynamic Line Rating Technology Improves Grid Congestion

Transmission line performance depends on a variety of environmental factors.


An In-depth Comparison of HVDC and HVAC

An In-depth Comparison of HVDC and HVAC

HVDC and HVAC are two different technologies with the same purpose, but each is used in different situations. HVDC and HVAC complete each other to…


How do F-gas Regulations Affect Switchgear?

How do F-gas Regulations Affect Switchgear?

Here’s an overview of how the latest proposed updates to the European Commission’s F-gas regulation affect those involved in switchgear…


High-Voltage Direct Current: A History of Innovation

High-Voltage Direct Current: A History of Innovation

High-Voltage Direct Current technology has seen many technological advancements in the past century. This article provides an introduction and…


New York Advances Clean Energy, Net-Zero Goals with NextEra Energy Transmission Empire State Line

New York Advances Clean Energy, Net-Zero Goals with NextEra Energy Transmission Empire State Line

NextEra Energy Transmission’s Empire State transmission line is set to boost New York’s renewable energy consumption and provide valued…


News Jul 22, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
Belts, Chains and Gears: How Power Transmission Works

Belts, Chains and Gears: How Power Transmission Works

Take a deep dive into the workings of various drives as part of the power transmission process.


DC/DC Converters: Devices Capable of Converting to Higher or Lower Voltage

DC/DC Converters: Devices Capable of Converting to Higher or Lower Voltage

Buck-Boost converters offer the ability to step-up or step-down the voltage using the same circuit based on the application.


DC/DC Converters: Devices for Converting to a Higher Voltage

DC/DC Converters: Devices for Converting to a Higher Voltage

A DC/DC step-up or boost converter is one of the simplest switch-mode converter types, increasing the input voltage based on a given scenario.


DOE Pours $3B into Transmission Lines, Energy Storage, and EVs

DOE Pours $3B into Transmission Lines, Energy Storage, and EVs

With its aggressive funding, the DOE will look to counter growing integration gridlock, ensure stability in the face of intermittent renewables,…


News May 23, 2022 by Shannon Cuthrell
Zenobē Kicks off Construction of Scotland’s First Transmission-Connected Battery

Zenobē Kicks off Construction of Scotland’s First Transmission-Connected Battery

Zenobē’s Wishaw-based battery project is forecast to remove 450,000 tonnes of CO2 from the atmosphere and is expected to provide more affordable…


News May 06, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
ABB Calls on “Digital Mavericks” to Join its Electrification Startup Challenge

ABB Calls on “Digital Mavericks” to Join its Electrification Startup Challenge

The Swiss-Swedish tech giant will award three companies $30,000 each to develop digital tools to enhance systems both at home and at scale.


News Mar 25, 2022 by Ian Hahn