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Substation Design and Layout Planning—Part 1: Early Stage Decisions

Substation Design and Layout Planning—Part 1: Early Stage Decisions

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


Substation Components—Part 7: SCADA and Protection Integration

Substation Components—Part 7: SCADA and Protection Integration

Learn how modern substation integration merges protection and SCADA over digital networks and requires security and human-centered HMIs for grid…


Substation Components—Part 6: Station Batteries and DC Supply

Substation Components—Part 6: Station Batteries and DC Supply

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


Substation Components—Part 4: Isolators

Substation Components—Part 4: Isolators

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


Understanding the Role of Substations Along the Transmission Path

Understanding the Role of Substations Along the Transmission Path

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


Too Many Cooks in the Circuit: The New Power Grid Risk

Too Many Cooks in the Circuit: The New Power Grid Risk

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


High-Voltage Testing and Insulation Coordination—Part 4

High-Voltage Testing and Insulation Coordination—Part 4

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


High-Voltage Testing and Insulation Coordination—Part 2

High-Voltage Testing and Insulation Coordination—Part 2

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


High-Voltage Testing and Insulation Coordination—Part 1

High-Voltage Testing and Insulation Coordination—Part 1

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


Insulation Coordination Strategies for Series-Connected Multi-Terminal HVDC Systems

Insulation Coordination Strategies for Series-Connected Multi-Terminal HVDC Systems

Learn how to optimize and design a reliable insulation framework for an HVDC network, focusing on aspects like insulation clearance, voltage surge…


Power Transfer and Angle Stability in Long-Distance Power Transmission

Power Transfer and Angle Stability in Long-Distance Power Transmission

In this article, we will examine power transfer and angle stability. This is the final article in a 3-part series on long transmission line behavior.


An Introduction to Wave Propagation in Long-Distance Power Transmission

An Introduction to Wave Propagation in Long-Distance Power Transmission

In this article, we will examine wave propagation effects. This is the second article of a 3-part series on long transmission line behavior.


An Introduction to Surge Impedance in Long-Distance Power Transmission

An Introduction to Surge Impedance in Long-Distance Power Transmission

In this article, we will examine surge impedance loading and voltage profiles. This is the first article of a 3-part series on long transmission…


Modeling Medium and Long Transmission Lines for Power System Analysis

Modeling Medium and Long Transmission Lines for Power System Analysis

This second article in the series applies our knowledge about power system modeling to medium and long transmission lines.


Role of Thyristor-Controlled Series Capacitors in Power System Control

Role of Thyristor-Controlled Series Capacitors in Power System Control

In this article, learn about the role of Thyristor-Controlled Series Capacitors (TCSC) in enhancing power system performance through dynamic…


Optimizing MMC Submodule Capacitor Design for Medium Voltage Converters

Optimizing MMC Submodule Capacitor Design for Medium Voltage Converters

Learn how to determine the minimum capacitor per submodule to control voltage ripple and ensure long-term energy stability in 10-100 kV modular…


Transmission Line Losses and Efficiency Optimization—Part 5: FACTS

Transmission Line Losses and Efficiency Optimization—Part 5: FACTS

Learn about the role of Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS) in enhancing power system efficiency, stability, and controllability. We’ll look…


Implications of the Ferranti Effect Under No-Load and Light-Load Conditions

Implications of the Ferranti Effect Under No-Load and Light-Load Conditions

In this article we dive deeper into the Ferranti Effect examining operational challenges under light-load conditions. We also look at key…


Ferranti Effect and Its Impact on Long-Distance High-Voltage AC Transmission Line Regulation

Ferranti Effect and Its Impact on Long-Distance High-Voltage AC Transmission Line Regulation

This article introduces you to the Ferranti Effect and its impact on voltage regulation in long-distance high-voltage AC transmission lines,…


Transmission Line Losses and Efficiency Optimization—Part 2

Transmission Line Losses and Efficiency Optimization—Part 2

Learn how frequency impacts transmission line parameters—resistance, inductance, capacitance, conductance—due to skin/proximity effects,…