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One of the most frequent misunderstandings occurring in the public discussion about integrating wind energy into the electricity network is that it is treated in isolation. An electricity system is in practice… Read more
May 30, 2011 | Wind Power
For ease of operation and convenience in wiring the GIS back to the substation control room, a local control cabinet (LCC) is provided for each circuit breaker position (Figure 1). The control… Read more
May 29, 2011 | High Voltage
The Siemens’s transformer GEAFOL principle has succeeded in producing transformers with excellent electrical, mechanical and thermal characteristics, which have also proved to be particularly compatible with the environment. GEAFOL transformers are insulated… Read more
May 27, 2011 | Transformers
Without new thinking on technology intervention, the future looks bleak. Unless the role of technology in the global economy is reconsidered, we risk becoming powerless to feed a growing population, combat climate… Read more
May 25, 2011 | Energy and Power
An increasing problem today with the use of more and more electronic equipment in our systems is the Electro Static Discharge (ESD). The main source of the problem is the wrong handling… Read more
May 23, 2011 | Electronics
Trihal is a three-phase dry type transformer cast under vacuum in epoxy resin with an active filler. It is this active filler, essentially composed of trihydrated alumina, which is the origin of… Read more
May 22, 2011 | Transformers
As with any other investment project, the economic feasibility of micro hydro projects must be proven to attract the interest of investors. It is also of key importance in enabling financial institutions… Read more
May 20, 2011 | Hydropower
Wind Power. A subject that is close to my heart (literally, as I live in a very windy valley!). Wind power has the potential to be used in a home environment only… Read more
May 18, 2011 | Renewable Energy
Wind is an infinitely renewable supply of power that can be harnessed as an outstanding energy source given the proper location and use of the latest turbine generation technology. Major power producers… Read more
May 16, 2011 | SCADA
The purpose of electrical testing on systems and their components is two-fold. The first is to check the installation of the equipment and perform component and systems tests to ensure that, when… Read more
May 15, 2011 | Energy and Power
