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Distribution System Fundamentals—Part 3: Emerging Trends

Distribution System Fundamentals—Part 3: Emerging Trends

This article provides analysis steps and implementation strategies for distributed energy resource behavior, transportation electrification, and…


Distribution System Fundamentals—Part 2: Topologies and Reliability

Distribution System Fundamentals—Part 2: Topologies and Reliability

Explore distribution topologies, from simple radial feeders to complex networks, and examine reliability metrics, common causes of outages, and…


Substation Commissioning and Testing—Part 4: SCADA and Comms Systems

Substation Commissioning and Testing—Part 4: SCADA and Comms Systems

Learn how modern substation commissioning extends beyond plant checks to verify SCADA, comms, cybersecurity, and data integrity for safe operation…


Substation Commissioning and Testing—Part 3: Field Testing

Substation Commissioning and Testing—Part 3: Field Testing

Substation field testing ensures long-term reliability. It verifies instrument transformers , circuit breakers, and protection relays against…


Substation Commissioning and Testing—Part 1: Scope and Workflow

Substation Commissioning and Testing—Part 1: Scope and Workflow

Learn how substation commissioning verifies design intent and system integration through FAT, SAT, cold (pre-energization), and hot…


Smart Substations and Digitalization—Part 4: Data Analytics and ML

Smart Substations and Digitalization—Part 4: Data Analytics and ML

Learn how smart substations can leverage IEC 61850 and CIM for data flow. Advanced analytics and machine learning (ML) can turn high-res data into…


The Hidden Costs of Outdated Power Plant Practices — And How to Fix Them Fast

The Hidden Costs of Outdated Power Plant Practices — And How to Fix Them Fast

Building integrated and modern systems enable resilient, efficient, and safer operations that…


Substation Design and Layout Planning—Part 3: Noise and Oil Control Issues

Substation Design and Layout Planning—Part 3: Noise and Oil Control Issues

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


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.


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.


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,…


Static vs. Dynamic ZIP Loads in IEEE Power Testing

Static vs. Dynamic ZIP Loads in IEEE Power Testing

Learn how dynamic and static ZIP loads affect power flow and stability in IEEE test systems using impedance, current, and power models.


Performance Index-Based Security Assessment and Screening Effect: Part 2

Performance Index-Based Security Assessment and Screening Effect: Part 2

Learn how to address the screening effect in performance index-based security assessment in power systems.


Understanding Microgrid Digital Twins

Understanding Microgrid Digital Twins

Learn how digital twins can be integrated into DER microgrids for optimal power generation, management, and control.


Solving Power Capacity Challenges with Software Defined Power

Solving Power Capacity Challenges with Software Defined Power

This article introduces Intelligent Control of Energy solution for complete power management of data centers and similar network and IT…