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Understanding the IEC 61850 Protocol in Substation Automation

The IEC 61850 protocol has become the global standard for substation automation, enabling high-speed communication, interoperability, and streamlined integration of intelligent electronic devices (IEDs). It…
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IT and OT Technologies for the Smart Grid

Convergence of information and operation technologies (IT & OT) to build a successful Smart Grid BY RICK NICHOLSON, Ventyx Smart Grid is a buzzword that…
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Integrated Energy Forecasting

Improving T&D planning and operations BY TAO HONG, University of North Carolina at Charlotte Running the most complicated man-made object in the world, utilities are…
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Ethernet Cable Selection for Utilities

Electric utilities are constantly searching for the most efficient, reliable and cost-effective methods to deliver electricity to customers. A vision for accomplishing this is the…
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Emergency Power for Data Centers

Why not all static UPS systems are created equal BY KARLA E. BERT, P.E., Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. In our cloud-based digital world, data…
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Pathways Initiative Proposes Regional Organization to Oversee Western Power Markets

In a landscape characterized by evolving energy demands and increasing pressure to transition to renewable sources, the Pathways Initiative is proposing a significant restructuring of…
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Smart Meters & Transactive Energy

Smart meters and transactive energy: Examining the benefits and addressing the concerns BY JOHN CASKEY, National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) Smart meters are beneficial to…
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Confronting Physical and Smart Grid Insecurities

How awareness can help secure the power grid BY JEFFREY KATZ, IBM A central issue in cyber risk management for electric utilities is how to…
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Neighborhood Area Networks

Neighborhood Area Networks

Standardizing communication to achieve plug-and-play interoperability BY RYAN MALEY, ZigBee Alliance All over the world,…
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Demand Response Communications

Demand Response Communications

Weighing choices from AMI to Zigbee to Wi-Fi and cellular BY HOWARD NG, Comverge The…
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Cyber Security Strategy is a Must-Have for AMI/MDMS and DA Systems

Cyber Security Strategy is a Must-Have for AMI/MDMS and DA Systems

Over the past decade, utilities around the world have taken advantage of the many clear…
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Storm Hardening Utility Communications

Storm Hardening Utility Communications

Save money and increase reliability. BY JEFF GROSSHAUSER, Motorola Preparing for winter is more than…
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Writing Smart Grid Requirements

Writing Smart Grid Requirements

Managing change with positive thinking to make the most of investments BY JOHN MCDONALD, IEEE…
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