Smart transformers are an integral part of digital substations. They independently regulate voltage and maintain contact with the smart grid in order to allow remote administration and real-time feedback on power supply parameters. The use […]
Distribution transformers (DTs) are key assets for any distribution network. As per estimates, nearly 12-15 per cent of DTs fail annually and entail a maintenance cost of Rs 30 billion per annum. This has a […]
With increasing order inflows and high capacity utilisation, the transformer industry is currently on the path to recovery. This can be attributed to various reform initiatives taken by the government to accelerate power sector growth. […]
Over the years, transformer technology has evolved considerably to meet the emerging requirements of utilities and enhance power system reliability. The conventional oil-filled transformers are being replaced with dry-type transformers and advanced smart transformers. The […]
Transformers are one of the most important components in the electricity grid and are crucial to maintain stable and reliable power supply. A transformer is also the costliest equipment in a substation and is expected […]
The Indian power sector has been facing mounting financial and technical losses. This can be attributed to the obsolete energy infrastructure and poorly connected transmission network in the country. As per a Power Finance Corporation […]
In a power-hungry country like India, the generation segment has garnered much more attention compared to the transmission segment. It is only during events such as the 2012 blackout that attention shifts towards the country’s […]
Although technology makes our lives easier, it comes with its own set of complexities. However, it is often the case that complexities are investigated seriously only once an alarm goes off. For instance, the recent […]
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