A recently released book examines the electromagnetic theory behind many of the calculations relevant to the design of high voltage overhead transmission lines.The book, High Voltage Overhead ...

The water-tree effect in subsea cables. What is macTaM education? Accuracy of current sensors in EV charging. Of course, most engineers know the main principles of high-voltage technology and how they ...

For years, the electric utility industry has been questioning whether to use overhead or underground systems for transmission of power using high-voltage transmission lines. Issues driving this ...

The phenomenon of corona discharge involves the ionisation of air surrounding high-voltage conductors, leading to energy losses and the generation of audible noise. This process is highly sensitive to ...

An LNER British Rail Class 800 Azuma connected to overhead catenary power. Credit: Jack Cousin/Shutterstock As the UK continues its slow efforts to decarbonise its railways, moving from diesel-powered ...