The increase in transmission over long distances, generation of grid-connected variable renewable energy, as well as the synchronisation of an all-India network pose additional voltage and stability problems. Hence, the need to transmit power efficiently […]
India has an extensive transmission network spanning 390,970 ckt. km (at the 220 kV and above voltage levels) as of March 2018. Minor failures at any point in the transmission network can result in disruptions […]
Power consumption in Bihar has seen a remarkable increase in recent years. Peak demand increased by over 138 per cent during the period 2012-17 vis-Ã -vis the all-India average growth of just 21 per cent. To […]
Advanced design and technology trends in cables and conductors are centred on reducing the right-of-way (RoW) requirement as well as increasing the current-carrying capacity of transmission lines. As space is often constrained in urban areas, […]
The need to replace ageing and obsolete transmission and distribution infrastructure, high investments, right-of-way constraints and long gestation periods involved in building new networks have brought to the fore the concept of reconductoring. It refers […]
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 […]
Incorporated in 2004, Odisha Power Transmission Company Limited (OPTCL) is one of the largest state-owned transmission utilities in the country. It commenced commercial operations in 2005-06 and is a deemed transmission licensee under the provisions […]
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 […]
The Southern African Power Pool (SAPP) member countries have achieved surplus electricity capacity. However, inadequate transmission infrastructure in the region remains a major constraint in sharing this capacity. It is estimated that, in 2016, about […]
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 […]
A conducive policy framework has helped the transmission sector to develop consistently at a significant growth rate. The growth is likely to continue over the next few years. “The power transmission segment is currently the […]
Towers are a crucial part of a transmission line project, carrying overhead lines at a safe height over the ground, right from the generation plant to the load centres. On an average, towers and their […]
With a growing focus on expanding and strengthening the transmission network, a number of new tower installation technologies have emerged, which aim to improve the efficiency of installation and address site-specific challenges. The built-up method, section […]
The government’s ambitious renewable energy capacity addition targets will require a significant expansion of transmission capacity in difficult terrain and remote areas. In this regard, surveying can play a crucial role in setting up transmission […]
Arobust tower foundation is indispensable for a reliable transmission network. New tower foundation designs seek to customise structures to suit the local terrain and reduce the time required for construction. Precast and grillage foundations, which […]
The power transmission segment has witnessed robust growth in the past year, mainly due to the push provided by recent policy, regulatory and government initiatives. Over the next few years, significant grid expansion is expected […]
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