Safety

The independent power systems - Microgrids are the most important solution to overcome the power blackout due to overloading of main electrical grid. As a localized power grid, microgrid has its own generation sources, and definable load systems.It also works with renewable energy sources for power generation which tends to the usage of storage resources according to the requirement. Microgrid can operate in line with the traditional grid as well it can be disconnected from the grid to operate autonomously. It tends to provide reliable, quality and efficient energy supply to customers. Apart from the major issues like power flow control, power quality, and stability still the implementation of microgrids pose some technical challenges at the protection level of microgrid. This study mainly focuses on the protection issues faced by microgrid and some possible remedies to overcome the technical challenges at the microgrid protection phase.

Tata Power-DDL is running a social media campaign using its corporate mascot Roshni for providing tips on precautions to be taken while flying kites.

- The following article is authored by Gajaria Gokal, B.E. and M.E. (USA)

Could you give us a brief overview of Kyoritsu in India? This year is the 80th year of company being formed in Japan. Kyoritsu India...

Combining high-quality protective devices with innovative arrester technology, surge protective devices ensure a high degree of system availability and safety in all areas of electrical engineering. - Dr Gopalkrishna Dhruvaraj Kamalapur

Earthing is carried out to facilitate electromagnetic compatibility between systems and to avoid the occurrence of electrical shock to person working in the vicinity of that electrical system during ground faults. This article presents the need of earthing in control panels. - Neha Mistri

With StationGuard, OMICRON has introduced an innovative approach for IEC 61850 installations. - Andreas Klien

In smart cities, from traffic to security surveillance, from water distribution to electricity theft, from pollution control to waste management, are aimed to be powered by IoT, leveraging devices, sensors and real-time apps. - Pankaj Goyal

The article shows how the safety of the utility equipment as a system is ensured against the breakdown related deviations by prompt monitoring of their energy consumption. - Ashok Sethuraman

The article reveals that 3rd Harmonic voltage generation is prime criterion to deploy the 100 per cent Stator Earth fault protection. - Dinesh Pawar

The British Standard three-pin socket outlet is widely celebrated as one of the safest and most sophisticated in the world. One individual whose ideas helped to form the design we are familiar with today was Charles Arnold, electrical engineer and co-founder of MK Electric. As the company celebrates turning 100 years old, Emma Segelov, EMEA marketing operations manager for MK Electric by Honeywell, looks back at the socket’s humble beginnings. - Emma Segelov

The article sheds light on the multidisciplinary aspects for earthing and its need in current scenario. - Meghna J Bhosale, Dr. P. B. Karandikar, Dr. N. R. Kulkarni

This article discusses the major challenges and strategies to protect smart grid against cyberattacks. - Dr L Ashok Kumar

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The article highlights the importance of earthing with study of different low voltage earthing systems world-wide. - Divyanshu Pal, Shahrukh Khan, Dr. Rajesh Arora

To raise awareness on the need for electrical safety to prevent electrical mishaps at homes and workplaces.

Organised Electrical Fire Safety Conclave in Mumbai for integrated solutions on fire protection and security.

“Kyoritsu’s portable appliance testers are used widely in electrical equipment preventive maintenance programmes and enable users to verify the electrical safety of all type of appliances quickly and effectively. – Suneel Kapoor, Country Lead, Kyoritsu KEW India Instruments Pvt Ltd

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Optimise processes, reduce costs and ensure system availability with Testo Thermal Imagers.