As electrical professionals, it’s important to have a basic understanding of several design criteria that are important to the design, operation, and maintenance of electrical distribution systems.

When Thomas Edison developed the first practical incandescent lamp in the 1880s, the merits of alternating current (AC) electric power and direct current (DC) power distribution were debated. It was ...

Little attention or thought is given to these critical assets until a failure occurs. With a little thought and planning for maintenance, most electrical system failures can be eliminated. Five to 10 ...

Imagine that the process of distributing electricity to homes from the power grid is like travelers boarding a train. There are multiple steps to take before they can reach their final destination.

SOS Intl now offers Distribution System Operations Training – an online program that gives students a working knowledge of the technical concepts associated with modern electric power distribution ...

Electrical engineering is the study and application of electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism. In simple terms, it is about understanding how electricity works in order to use the knowledge ...

Fault location methods are pivotal in ensuring the resilience and efficiency of modern power distribution systems. With the increasing penetration of distributed generation and the growing complexity ...

The MarketWatch News Department was not involved in the creation of this content. A new electrical power distribution system that replaces hydraulic valves, pumps, actuators, hoses and their attendant ...