Latest Infrastructure Technical Articles

This article focuses on practical implementation details for communications and data integration in smart substations and…

This article focuses on practical implementation details for communications and data integration in smart substations and reviews predictive…

Learn how multiphysics-based digital twins are increasingly used to capture interactions in electrification applications,…

Learn how multiphysics-based digital twins are increasingly used to capture interactions in electrification applications, enabling more accurate…

Learn how smart substations use synchronized IoT devices compliant with key standards for high-fidelity data, enabling…

Learn how smart substations use synchronized IoT devices compliant with key standards for high-fidelity data, enabling real-time protection and…

In the final part of this series, we examine substation design practices for managing two critical issues: oil…

In the final part of this series, we examine substation design practices for managing two critical issues: oil containment and noise control.

This article explores the various functions of switching and converter substations, including network reconfiguration,…

This article explores the various functions of switching and converter substations, including network reconfiguration, fault isolation, and AC/DC…

In this new article series, we look at substation design and layout planning, starting here with early stage choices and…

In this new article series, we look at substation design and layout planning, starting here with early stage choices and physical layout.

As we wrap up this series, this article outlines the purpose of substation grounding, the IEE Std 80 design, and…

As we wrap up this series, this article outlines the purpose of substation grounding, the IEE Std 80 design, and best-practice field testing.

Explore electro-thermal cooling design and reliability validation for high-voltage SiC and IGBT power modules.

Explore electro-thermal cooling design and reliability validation for high-voltage SiC and IGBT power modules.

In substations, the DC system is critical for protection, control, and SCADA during AC loss. Learn about the relevant…

In substations, the DC system is critical for protection, control, and SCADA during AC loss. Learn about the relevant IEEE standards, choosing the…

Here, we provide an overview of common substation busbar configurations—Single Bus, Main and Transfer, Double…

Here, we provide an overview of common substation busbar configurations—Single Bus, Main and Transfer, Double Breaker/Double Bus, Ring Bus/Ring…

This article explains the role of substation isolators, covering their purpose in visible isolation and safe operating…

This article explains the role of substation isolators, covering their purpose in visible isolation and safe operating sequences with breakers and…

This article explores the crucial role of circuit breakers in substations, covering their fundamental functions,…

This article explores the crucial role of circuit breakers in substations, covering their fundamental functions, interruption processes, and the…

Learn how to model and manage heat in 4-6.5 kV IGBT and SiC modules using coupled electro-thermal simulations for…

Learn how to model and manage heat in 4-6.5 kV IGBT and SiC modules using coupled electro-thermal simulations for accurate cooling and reliable…

Yokogawa is a leading provider of Industrial Automation and Test and Measurement solutions.…

Yokogawa is a leading provider of Industrial Automation and Test and Measurement solutions.…

This article examines the functions of four different types of substations within the electrical grid: step-up,…

This article examines the functions of four different types of substations within the electrical grid: step-up, step-down, transmission, and…

Creating resilience frameworks for smart grid operations and industrial OT cybersecurity.

Creating resilience frameworks for smart grid operations and industrial OT cybersecurity.

In this article, learn methods for mitigating lightning- and switching-induced overvoltages in high-voltage networks…

In this article, learn methods for mitigating lightning- and switching-induced overvoltages in high-voltage networks through surge arresters,…

Here, in Part 2, we examine insulation coordination and Basic Insulation Level (BIL) in high-voltage systems for…

Here, in Part 2, we examine insulation coordination and Basic Insulation Level (BIL) in high-voltage systems for reliability against transient…

In this article, we explore high-voltage insulation coordination, focusing on the nature of overvoltages, standardized…

In this article, we explore high-voltage insulation coordination, focusing on the nature of overvoltages, standardized impulse and withstand…