Published by Dranetz Technologies, Inc., Application Note EXECUTIVE SUMMARY As solar photovoltaic (PV) systems become more prevalent in commercial and industrial environments, the emphasis on financial return and concise performance expectations has rightly intensified. However, one often-overlooked aspect of solar deployment is the comprehensive evaluation of power quality (PQ)—both before and after installation. By identifying existing gridContinue reading “The Critical Role of Power Quality Evaluation in Solar Installations”
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Localizing Faults in Power Transmission Line with Applying Signals of Directional Elements at Both Line Ends
Published by 1. Justyna HERLENDER, 2. Jan IŻYKOWSKI, Wroclaw University of Science and Technology, Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Department of Electrical Power Engineering Professor emeritus. ORCID 1. 0000-0002-9469-4546; 2. 0000-0002-1048-551 Abstract. This paper presents the algorithm intended for localizing faults in a power transmission line for an inspection-repair purpose. Its innovative element is that aContinue reading “Localizing Faults in Power Transmission Line with Applying Signals of Directional Elements at Both Line Ends”
Selected Voltage Control Methods in LV Local Distribution Grids with High Penetration of PV
Published by Paweł SZCZEŚNIAK1, Piotr POWROŹNIK2, Elżbieta SZTAJMEC3, University of Zielona Góra, Institute of Automatic Control, Electronics and Electrical Engineering (1), University of Zielona Góra, Institute of Metrology, Electronics and Computer Science (2), Rzeszow University of Technology, Departament of Power Electronics and Power Engineering (3)ORCID: 1.0000-0002-5822-3878; 2.0000-0001-7485-9959; 3.0000-0002-2125-0207 Abstract. The growth in new prosumer electricityContinue reading “Selected Voltage Control Methods in LV Local Distribution Grids with High Penetration of PV”
Project of a Stratospheric Photovoltaic Power Station
Published by Stanisław BEDNAREK, Department of Physics and Applied Informatics, University of Łódź Abstract. The aim of this article is to present an innovative concept, concerning the design of a photovoltaic power plant located in the stratosphere. The most important advantage of this location is the increased access to solar energy, which can be convertedContinue reading “Project of a Stratospheric Photovoltaic Power Station”
Fiber Optic Technology for Pressure Measurements in High Voltage Switchgear
Published by 1. Damian KOSTYŁA1, 2. Paweł WĘGIEREK1, 3. Michał LECH1,Lublin University of Technology, Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (1)ORCID: 1. 0000-0002-9012-0158; 2. 0000-0002-0812-3414; 3. 0000-0002-4732-2459 Abstract. The paper presents a review of traditional and fiber optic methods dedicated to pressure measurement in the context of ongoing research work on the development ofContinue reading “Fiber Optic Technology for Pressure Measurements in High Voltage Switchgear”
Diagnostics of Electric Drive Electric Vehicle with Valve Motor
Published by 1. Yurii Borodenko 1, 2. Shchasiana Arhun 1,2, 3. Andrii Hnatov 1, 4. Nadezhda Kunicina 2, Martins Bisenieks 2, 6. Vasiliy Migal 3, 7. Hanna Hnatova 1,2 , Department of Vehicle Electronics, Kharkiv National Automobile and Highway University, Khrakiv, Ukraine; docentmaster@gmail.com (Yu.B.); shasyana@gmail.com (Shch.A); kalifus76@gmail.com (A.H.); annagnatova22@gmail.com (H.H.) (1) Riga Technical University, FacultyContinue reading “Diagnostics of Electric Drive Electric Vehicle with Valve Motor”
A Novel Method to Improve the Power Quality Via Hybrid System
Published by 1. Raghad Adeeb Othman1, 2. Omar Sh. Alyozbaky2,Department of Electrical Engineering, College of Engineering, University of Mosul, Iraq (1,2)ORCID: 1. 0000-0001-5875-9210; 2. 0000-0002-9735-1469 Abstract. Ever increasing electricity demand as well as the rapid depletion of fossil fuels have increased the need for hybrid power systems that integrate distributed energy resource (DER) systems; suchContinue reading “A Novel Method to Improve the Power Quality Via Hybrid System”
Power Consumption Control and Monitor using IoT Platform for Smart Office
Published by 1. Sahapong SOMWONG1, 2. Kritsada PUANGSUWAN2,Faculty of Engineering, Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya Songkhla, Thailand (1),Faculty of Science and Industrial Technology, Prince of Songkla University, Surat Thani Campus, Surat Thani, Thailand (2) ORCID: (1) 0000-0002-2693-494X; (2) 0000-0003-1613-0611 Abstract. This paper reports the study to design and develop a system for controlling and displayingContinue reading “Power Consumption Control and Monitor using IoT Platform for Smart Office”
What Caused the Big Blackout in Spain and Portugal?
Published by Unipower AB, Metallgatan 4C, 44132 Alingsås, Sweden. Email: info@unipower.se On 28 April 2025, at 12:33 CET, the power systems of Spain and Portugal experienced a total blackout. Investigation is still in progress. Above and below is 30 minutes of high-resolution waveform data we could extract from a meter in the Portuguese grid. We couldContinue reading “What Caused the Big Blackout in Spain and Portugal?”
Impact of Renewable Resources Penetration on Maximum Loading Point and Dynamic Voltage Stability
Published by 1. Benalia Nadia1, 2. Ben Si Ali Nadia1, 3.Zerzouri Nora1, Badji Mokhtar Annaba University B.P 2300 Annaba Algeria. ORCID: 1. 0000-0003-4819-5313; 2. 0000-0001-7248-4823; 3. 0000-0003-1209-4617 Abstract. This paper presents the impact of a grid-connected photovoltaic (PV) generator with a wind turbine on dynamic voltage stability and maximum loading point by considering the PV-windContinue reading “Impact of Renewable Resources Penetration on Maximum Loading Point and Dynamic Voltage Stability”
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