Cyber Monday in EEP! 20% Off on PRO Membership Plan and Video Courses!
I am hoping that everything is going well for you. With great pleasure, I would like to present to you two Cyber Monday deals that are only available to our electrical engineers: There is a 20% discount on the EEP… Read more
Nov 22, 2023 | By Edvard Csanyi
Auxiliary DC power system used for fault detection, trip coils and remote operation
The auxiliary DC control power system is considered the most crucial element of a protection, control, and monitoring system. The failure of the direct current (DC) control power can result in the inability of fault detection devices to identify faults,… Read more
Nov 20, 2023 | By Edvard Csanyi
Prepare yourself for successful inspection and testing of MV metal-clad switchgear
This article aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the essential inspection and testing processes, emphasizing their importance in the effective functioning of medium-voltage switchgear. The inspection and testing standards included in this resource prioritize safety, functionality, and efficiency, making…...
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Nov 13, 2023 | By Muhammad Kashif
Insulation tests on electric motors and generators: DC High Potential Testing (HiPot)
The objective of this technical article is to provide certain criteria and time intervals for conducting insulation tests on electric motors, generators and other electrical equipment. Testing is done to ensure that the equipment is intact and to provide a… Read more
Nov 06, 2023 | By Edvard Csanyi
Mastering Interlock Logic and Schemes for a Gas-Insulated Substation (132 kV GIS Example)
As we delve deeper into this article, we will explore the various types of interlocking mechanisms used for Gas-Insulated Substation (GIS), their applications in substations, power plants, and electrical installations, as well as their significance in ensuring the sustained safety…...
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Oct 30, 2023 | By Muhammad Kashif
The loop electrical distribution system used to supply bulk loads (industrial plants and buildings)
First, let’s say a word or two about the essentials of power distribution systems for our young electrical engineers. An electric distribution system, or distribution plant as it is sometimes called, is all of that part of an electric power… Read more
Oct 23, 2023 | By Edvard Csanyi
A comprehensive guide to voltage transformer (VT) circuit supervision techniques
Voltage transformer supervision, often referred to as VT fuse fail supervision relay, plays a pivotal role in safeguarding electrical systems. Its primary objective is to detect any potential failure within the voltage transformer (VT) circuit. This raises the important question:…...
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Oct 16, 2023 | By Muhammad Kashif
Substation design choices and reasons for a new modern vs retrofit and upgrade an old one
This technical article addresses some of the most important reasons, dos and don’ts in making the substation design choices between designing a new modern and digital substation or retrofitting the existing one and upgrading its aging assets. We’ll discuss pricing… Read more
Oct 09, 2023 | By Edvard Csanyi
The art of the transmission switchyard design: The physical layout engineering (Case study included)
This article aims to shed some light on the so-called physical engineering activity in switchyard design in conjunction with some engineering computations. The physical layout engineering tackles the plot plan and SLD to optimize the area and coordinate with all…...
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Oct 02, 2023 | By Salem Alshahrani
Mastering stability test of power transformer: Differential and Restricted Earth Fault (REF) protection
This technical article discusses the essentials of transformer differential protection and restricted earth fault protection schemes, contrasting the two and elaborating on why the latter is necessary. Furthermore, it reveals the outcomes of stability tests performed on a 502 MVA…...
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Sep 25, 2023 | By Muhammad Kashif
11 factors that significantly influence the transformer price (Be careful when specifying)
The majority of utilities are normally extremely well aware of the economic aspects and savings that can be obtained at all stages of the transformer’s life cycle. This is because the purchase of a transformer involves a very high capital… Read more
Sep 18, 2023 | By Edvard Csanyi
Field secrets and warnings in power transformer mechanical check and visual inspection
Let’s discuss the visual and mechanical inspection procedures for oil-filled power transformers. It’s important, very important to examine a variety of key checkpoints, both external and internal to transformers, all based on the IEC 60076 standard. Each item on the…...
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Sep 11, 2023 | By Muhammad Kashif
Thoughtful considerations to design MV/LV distribution substations for extended service life
The installation of a new MV/LV electrical substation is often part of a more global project, and it is not always the subject of very detailed attention. However, the consideration of simple and practical criteria is not always dictated by… Read more
Sep 04, 2023 | By Power Systems and Services
A comprehensive guide to correct calculation for transformer differential relay settings
In this technical article, we will delve into the comprehensive methodology of calculating the differential relay settings for the GE P642 relay. Each step of the process will be explored, from data collection to final setting determination. By following these…...
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Aug 28, 2023 | By Muhammad Kashif
Eleven most important calculations you can perform with power system analysis software
This technical article we will go through a number of existing applications for conducting a wide range of electrical studies. However, the practice says that studies involving load flow and fault analyses are the most commonly utilized programs in power transmission… Read more
Aug 21, 2023 | By Edvard Csanyi