Power Systems Engineering

The effect distances, from aerial HV energized conductors, have on electrostatic coupling to vehicles and machinery: CIRED 2025 Paper

High-voltage (HV) earthing is sometimes treated as a box-ticking exercise to satisfy standards. In reality, a well-designed and well-maintained...

Protection coordination studies and arc flash hazard analyses are both essential for electrical safety. While they serve different technical...

As the world accelerates its transition to a low-carbon economy, offshore wind farms have become an important element of the strategy to meet global...

Arc flash is a significant electrical hazard resulting from electrical arcs, which has caused severe burns, injuries, fatalities among electrical...

Regular testing of power generators is not only a regulatory requirement but a critical component of safe, reliable, and efficient grid operation....

Accurate models of power system resources are fundamental to the power system’s reliability, stability, and long-term planning. Model Quality...

The power grid is evolving, and so are the requirements for connecting new resources. EMT simulations are becoming a key tool for analyzing...

Choosing between a Bilateral Embedded Generator Agreement (BEGA) and a Bilateral Embedded Licence Exemptible Large Generator Agreement (BELLA) can...

Within the domain of relay protection, where ensuring the safety and reliability of electrical networks is paramount, compliance with regulatory...

In the realm of modern power systems, the integration of microprocessor-based relays from various vendors can present a considerable challenge for...

In the ever-evolving landscape of energy production and distribution, power system studies play a pivotal role. Historically, large electricity...

With the ongoing energy transition, the importance of ensuring stability and reliability in the UK’s power system cannot be overstated. The grid...

This white paper by PSC’s Kahraman Yumak delves into the critical role of adhering to Ireland’s Grid Code, detailing the testing protocols that...

To maintain system stability and manage diverse characteristics and resources, utilities and developers rely on PQ curve analysis. This analysis is...

In common with many other countries around the world, the UK’s queue for grid connections has become highly congested in recent years. New...

The UK electric network is undergoing a transformation with the rise of microgrids. These small-scale, neighborhood-based power systems are altering...

Delivering a stable and reliable source of power comes with an array of challenges. Among them is parallel line resonance that can occur in shunt...

With the push to build a more resilient and reliable grid in full swing, the challenge of stabilizing the flow of electricity grows ever more...

In the final part of our ‘Complexity of Renewables’ series, we look at why storage assets need to be more comprehensively considered in security...