Power Grids & Transmission
TSOs, DSOs, HVDC interconnectors, substations, smart grid, blackouts and frequency regulation.
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Teck cable: Construction, Standards, and Applications
Teck cable is a low-voltage armoured cable developed in Ontario, defined by CSA standard C22.2 No. 131.
Eland Cables: Corporate Profile and Operations
British cable manufacturer Eland Cables supplies energy infrastructure projects across Europe with a focus on sustainability and testing.
Herbert Kohler Jr.: Leadership, Golf, and the Kohler Company
Overview of Herbert Kohler Jr., American businessman, executive chairman of the Kohler Company, and developer of major golf courses.
Ubungo I Thermal Power Station: Gas-Fired Generation in Dar es Salaam
Overview of the Ubungo I Thermal Power Station in Tanzania, its conversion from oil to natural gas, and its role in the national grid.
Lanskaya electric substation
The first electrical substation on the Finlyandsky Rail direct in Saint Petersburg, Russia, built in 1951.
Northeast blackout of 1965
Analysis of the 1965 Northeast blackout affecting 30 million people across the US and Canada, its causes, and grid legacy.
Cardiff power stations: History and technical evolution
Overview of the former coal-fired power stations in Cardiff, Wales, from 1894 to 1970.
JCB: History, Products, and Corporate Profile
Profile of JCB, the British multinational manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment, its history, and global operations.
United States Electric Lighting Company: History and Innovations
History of the US Electric Lighting Company, founded by Hiram Maxim in 1878, its rivalry with Edison, and acquisition by Westinghouse.
Current limiting reactor: Principles, construction, and grid applications
Overview of current limiting reactors in power grids: history, operation, air-core construction, and line reactor applications.
Kohler SDMO: History and Operations of the European Generator Manufacturer
Kohler SDMO is a French generator manufacturer based in Brest, specializing in generating sets for global markets.
Shoshone Transmission Line: Engineering Milestone in Colorado
The Shoshone Transmission Line was an early 90 kV power line in Colorado, crossing high mountain passes and recognized as an IEEE Milestone.
Microgrid: Architecture, Control, and Applications
Overview of microgrids: local electrical grids with defined boundaries that can operate in grid-connected or island modes.
Zhushan Power Plant: Diesel Generation in the Matsu Islands
Overview of the Zhushan diesel power plant in Nangan, Matsu Islands, operated by Taiwan Power Company.
Wavertree Windmill: History, Structure, and Archaeological Legacy
Historical overview of the Wavertree Windmill in Liverpool, covering its 15th-century origins, ownership, and 1916 demolition.
Pinjarra Power Station
Pinjarra Power Station is a 280 MW natural gas-fired cogeneration plant in Western Australia, operated by Alinta Energy.
Smart meter: technology, infrastructure, and market impact
Smart meters are electronic devices that record energy consumption and communicate data to suppliers, enabling advanced metering infrastruct...
Tinton Falls Solar Farm: Development and Operational Profile
Profile of the 20 MW Tinton Falls Solar Farm in New Jersey, developed by Rager Energy and acquired by Jiangsu Zongyi.
Melo HVDC Back-to-back station
The Melo HVDC Back-to-back station connects the 50 Hz Uruguay grid with the 60 Hz Brazil grid, enabling 500 MW of power transfer.
Rayalaseema Thermal Power Station: Operational Profile and Development
Overview of the 1650 MW coal-fired Rayalaseema Thermal Power Station in Andhra Pradesh, India.