Earthing and Lightning Protection Part 1
Earthing and lightning protection are critical aspects of electrical safety and structural integrity, particularly in regions prone to thunderstorms. A well-designed earthing system provides...
L&T aims global presence in Metering business
"We would continue to target and remain a leader in the domestic industry with a market share of 25% or higher, as well as establish our footprints in Bangladesh, Nepal and South-East Asia," Amit Kumar, VP & Head - Metering & Protection Systems, L&T Electrical & Automation.
Trends in Underground Cables
The type of underground cable to be used at a particular location is determined by the voltage at which it is re-quired to operate. Underground cables are classified and used at a particular location as per their voltage rating. - Munazama Ali
SMART ASSET ANALYTICS IN POWER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS
This paper presents an overview of industry trends and practices in the deployment of technologies needed to support the implementation of smart asset analytics in electricity distribution systems. The paper discusses the strategic opportunities and benefits in pursuing specific applications of smart asset analytics e.g., failure prediction, asset optimization and power distribution efficiency improvements, and the role of modern innovative practices in achieving them...
SMALL REACTORS COULD MAKE NUCLEAR ENERGY BIG AGAIN
Nuclear power has an image problem, but the nuclear option looks set for a reboot as interest in this zero-emission energy source is rekindled.
While...
Preventing the Worst
According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), electrical fires have consistently taken high proportions all around the world. Electrical failure or malfunctions account...
ON TIDES OF CHANGE: EXPLORING THE KGS IN INDIA
- By the Electrical India content team
India presently has an installed wind energy capacity of approximately 37 GW. Also, it has a target of...
Decoding the Net Metering Mechanism for Renewable Energy
- The following article s authored by Dr L Ashok Kumar, Professor, Department of Electrical & Electronics Engineering, PSG College of Technology, Coimbatore
A feed-in...
Role of Marconite in T&D Field
The earthing system has an important role in safe operation of Transmission Lines. In the hilly terrain / terrain of high soil resistivity or...
Why Intelligent Switchgears?- Subhajit Roy, Group Editor
With the devices getting smarter, user interfaces getting IoT enabled, the surge in intelligent switchgear is the next big trend.
FGD TECHNOLOGY FOR THERMAL POWER
The article gives a glimpse of need for Flue Gas Desulphurisation (FGD) implementation to curb greenhouse gases in thermal power generation. Further, it discusses various FGD technologies.
Managing Mixed-Age Cells
Battery aging is an inevitable process that occurs over time, leading to performance degradation in electric vehicle battery packs. Key aging effects include capacity...
Powering India with Solar Energy
India is determined to be the world’s greatest solar energy success story. This report outlines the country’s recent large-scale efforts towards achieving 100 GW solar capacity by 2022 highlighting the performances of a few companies. By Subhajit Roy, Group Editor
DO AWAY WiTH METERiNG
Climate is not changing, it has changed. Today, the world faces an Energy Paradox, wherein more energy is required to ensure fast-paced economic growth,...
ENTERPRISE RISK MANAGEMENT in Indian Power Companies Part 2
Regulatory requirements in risk management
In India, there is no legal mandate yet to incorporate enterprise risk management in non-financial companies. However, there are provisions...
Will Hydrogen be the Next Game Changer?
In today’s energy world, the most significant challenge is controlling the climate change, technologies based on Hydrogen (H2) hold enormous potential to aid the process of decarbonisation… - P. K. Chatterjee (P. K.)
Environmental Impact of SOLAR PANELS
Solar power is very cheap and cost-effective compared to other sources of energy generation. They are also abundant and suitable for various applications. The...
Tapping into Potential: renewables
-The following article is authored by Dr Jasmine Kaur Saini, Lecturer, Electrical Engineering Department, National Institute of Technology (NIT) Hamirpur, H.P.
The development of renewable energy sources...
ENERGY MONITORING IN COMMERCIAL ESTABLISHMENTS
Moving towards achieving most efficient use of energy, many programs have been brought out by Govt. of India to monitor and manage energy use...
60 POWER PLAYERS
Featuring electrical and power companies who have made remarkable, impactful contribution in their respective field of business over the years - Subhajit Roy, Group Editor.




























