• Block 2 - Return from field experience, retrofit and maintenance strategies
• Block 3 - Innovative network components for Smart Grids
• Block 4 - Innovation in network components

Block 1 - Ageing of network components, diagnosis and monitoring

0019

Defect detection and preventive maintenance prioritization of distribution cubicles by infra-red statistical image processing
B Jamshidieini, Sharif University of Technology, Islamic Republic of Iran, A Saghaei, Islamic Azad University, Islamic Republic of Iran, S Hosseini, Alborz province power distribution company, Islamic Republic of Iran, A Hamedanian, Alborz province power distribution company, Islamic Republic of Iran

0029

Experiences with on-site AC test combined with partial discharge measurements
O Gouda, Cairo University , Egypt, A El Faraskoury, Extra High Voltage Research Centre, Egypt

0081

Diagnostics of medium voltage cable systems using very low frequency
E El-Refaie, Helwan University, Egypt, M Besheir, Helwan University, Egypt, M Kamal, Helwan University, Egypt, R Saad, Helwan University, Egypt

0129

PD detection and localisation in cross-bonded HV cable systems
B Sheng, Glasgow Caledonian University, United Kingdom, C Zhou, Glasgow Caledonian University, United Kingdom, X Dong, Glasgow Caledonian University, United Kingdom, D Hepburn, Glasgow Caledonian University, United Kingdom, B Alkali, Glasgow Caledonian University, United Kingdom, W Zhou, Wuhan University, China

0184

Ageing of mechanisms of circuit breakers
V Kraynov, Schneider Electric ZAO, Russia, F Pitis, Schneider Electric SA, France, V Tchekhov, Schneider Electric ZAO, Russia

0281

Composite insulator diagnostics in service and condition monitoring in very harsh coastal environment of Iran
G Nemati, Hormozgan Electrical Power Distribution Company(HEPDC), Islamic Republic of Iran, A Arjomand, Hormozgan Electrical Power Distribution Company(HEPDC), Islamic Republic of Iran, M R Shariati, Niroo Research Institute, Islamic Republic of Iran, M Rezaei, Niroo Research Institute, Islamic Republic of Iran

0338

Dynamic tap-changer testing, reactors and reactance
G Andersson, ABB Components, Sweden, R Levi, AMforum, United States, E Osmanbasic, DV Power, Sweden

0393

Partial discharge monitoring on MV switchgear
M De Witte, Laborelec, Belgium, Y Tits, Laborelec, Belgium, M Arens, Laborelec, Belgium, J Van Slycken, Eandis, Belgium, A François, Ores, Belgium, M Van Den Berg, Sibelga, Belgium

0399

Knowledge based interference signal rejection and partial discharge identification from multi-PD sources for condition monitoring of cable systems
X Peng, Glasgow Caledonian University, United Kingdom, D Hepburn, Glasgow Caledonian University, United Kingdom, C Zhou, Glasgow Caledonian University, United Kingdom

0407

Chemical indicators and ageing diagnosis of MV / LV distribution transformers
C Tran-Duy, EDF R&D, France, V Murin, EDF R&D, France, Y Bertrand, EDF R&D, France, M Cordonnier, ERDF, France

0466

Correlation of accelerated ageing phenomena and long-term cable performance
P Brigandi, The Dow Chemical Company, United States, S Sutton, Dow Chemical Company Ltd, United Kingdom, S Cree, Dow Europe GmbH

0473

Comparative analysis of three-phase and single-phase dynamic resistance measurement results
H Kristensen, ABB, Sweden, V Mrdic, DV Power, Sweden

0527

Management of Scottish and Southern energy’s low voltage distribution cable network using smart fuses with online fault detection
M Gillick, Scottish and Southern Energy, United Kingdom, J Rodgers, Camlin Group / Kelvatek Ltd, United Kingdom

0529

Disruptive solution to mitigate risk and increase efficiency in EDP Distribuição, overhead lines inspections
P A Sousa, EDP Distribuição, Portugal, R J Santos, EDP Distribuição, Portugal, R Bernardo, EDP Distribuição, Portugal, A M André, Labelec, Portugal

0560

Practical applications of automatic image analysis for overhead lines
I Y H Gu, Chalmers University, Sweden, S Berlijn, Statnett, Norway, I Gutman, STRI AB, Sweden, M Bollen, Luleå University of Technology, Sweden

0581

Ageing and improvement of LV underground extruded cables systems
Q De Clerck, Laborelec, Belgium, B Hennuy, Laborelec, Belgium, P Leemans, Eandis, Belgium, M Van Den Berg, Sibelga, Belgium, J Dept, Sibelga, Belgium, H Grandjean, Ores, Belgium

0604

Partial discharge on-line monitoring in MV underground power cables as part of condition based maintenance strategy
H Pereira, EDP Distribuição SA, Portugal, R Palhares, EDP Distribuição SA, Portugal, M Marques, EDP Distribuição SA, Portugal, M Pinheiro, EDP Distribuição SA, Portugal, P Almeida, DNV KEMA, Portugal, E Steennis, DNV KEMA, Netherlands, T Raczy, HVPD, United Kingdom

0651

Influence of the surroundings and mainly of the soil on MV cable systems
M Burceanu, Laborelec, Belgium, B Hennuy, Laborelec, Belgium, Q De Clerck, Laborelec, Belgium, K Daems, Eandis, Belgium, P Leemans, Eandis, Belgium, H Grandjean, ORES, Belgium, M Van Den Berg, Sibelga, Belgium

0714

Continuous online monitoring of PD activity in the medium voltage distribution network
P Mulroy, Ormazabal, Spain, A Hurtado, Ormazabal, Spain, I Gilbert, Ormazabal, Spain

1017

Study of cable crimping factors affecting contact resistance of medium voltage cable ferrule and lug
M M Mohd Ruzlim, TNB Research, Malaysia, A H Huzainie Shafi, TNB Research, Malaysia, A G Ahmad Basri, TNB Research, Malaysia

1058

VLF-MWT - Practical experiences of a new way of cable condition assessment
M Jenny, BAUR Prüf- und Messtechnik GmbH, Austria, T Neier, BAUR Prüf- und Messtechnik GmbH, Hong Kong, A Gerstner, BAUR Prüf- und Messtechnik GmbH, Austria

1098

Desktop and field evaluation of dielectric response diagnostic measurement system for medium voltage underground cable
A H Huzainie Shafi, TNB Research, Malaysia, T C Heang, TNB Distribution Division, Malaysia, A G Ahmad Basri, TNB Research, Malaysia, A Tashia, TNB Research, Malaysia

1248

Assessment of on-line diagnostic using partial discharge mapping systems in MVUG cable
A Suhaimi, TNB Research, Malaysia, H Abd Halim, TNB Research, Malaysia, T Marie, TNB Research, Malaysia

1258

Experiences of in field measured dissipation factor on MV PILC cables at 50 HZ
C Freitag, University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, Germany, I Mladenovic, University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, Germany, C Weindl, University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, Germany

1334

Combined power quality and condition monitoring of offshore networks
M Seltzer-Grant, HVPD Ltd, United Kingdom, L Renforth, HVPD Ltd, United Kingdom, S Djocic, The University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom, P McKeever, Narec, United Kingdom

1339

On-line partial discharge detection and control on MV cable networks with ground fault neutraliser
M Seltzer-Grant, HVPD Ltd, United Kingdom, K Winter, Swedish Neutral AB, Sweden, R Mackinlay, HVPD Ltd, United Kingdom, L Renforth, HVPD Ltd, United Kingdom

1341

Conductivity and quality of semi-conductive materials in MV cable accessories
N Quiévy, Laborelec, Belgium, J Girboux, Laborelec, Belgium, Q De Clerck, Laborelec, Belgium, B Hennuy, Laborelec, Belgium, P Leemans, Eandis, Belgium, M Van Den Berg, Sibelga, Belgium, H Grandjean, ORES, Belgium

1352

Portable fiber-based fluorescence sensor for online assessment of transformer oil ageing
X Yi, the University of Manchester, United Kingdom, C Chen, University of Manchester, United Kingdom, Z Wang, University of Manchester, United Kingdom, K Ozanyan, University of Manchester, United Kingdom, D Jones, Electricity North West, United Kingdom

1377

Thermal behavior of connectors in joints
P Leemans, Eandis, Belgium, K Daems, Eandis, Belgium, M Van Den Berg, Sibelga, Belgium, Q De Clerck, Laborelec, Belgium, B Hennuy, Laborelec, Belgium, H Grandjean, Ores, Belgium

1383

A prediction of distribution transformers aging based on tank infrared temperature measurements
I Faria, Federal University of Itajubá, Brazil, R Salustiano, Federal University of Itajubá, Brazil, M Martinez, Federal University of Itajubá, Brazil

1466

Improved power transformer winding deformation fault diagnosis method
H Z Ma, Hohai University, China, Z H Geng, Hohai University, China, K Chen, Jiangsu Nanjing Power Supply Company, China, C N Wang, Jiangsu Nanjing Power Supply Company, China, B B Chen, Jiangsu Nanjing Power Supply Company, China

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Block 2 - Return from field experience, retrofit and maintenance strategies

0064

Data management model for the optimized maintenance of power transformers
J Martínez, Edenor S.A., Argentina

0065

A New technique for transient recovery voltage suppression on generator circuit breaker for generator FED faults
M Abd-Allah, Benha University, Egypt, A Hamza, Benha University, Egypt, T Elyan, Benha University, Egypt, E A Badran, Mansoura University, Egypt

0086

Retrofitting 11kV circuit breakers in primary substations
R Jones, United Kingdom, D Johnson, Switchgear Support Ltd, United Kingdom

0128

Measurement of the force induced by thermal expansion of conductor of MV cables and impact on MV joints
B Hennuy, Laborelec, Belgium, F Steennis, Kema, Netherlands, B Aerns, Alliander, Netherlands, P Oosterlee, Delta Netwerkbedrijf, Netherlands, P Leemans, Eandis, Belgium, P Soepboer, Enexis, Netherlands, T Van Rijn, Alliander, Netherlands, R Meier, Lovink, Netherlands, E De Ridder, Nexans, Belgium, H Grandjean, Ores, Belgium, M Van Den Berg, Sibelga, Belgium, P Buys, Stedin, Netherlands, L Bokma, Westland Infra, Netherlands

0150

Determination of the lowest point of the conductor in inclined spans based on a known maximal SAG of the parabola
A Hatibovics, EDF DÉMÁSZ, Hungary

0194

Calculation of lightning overvoltage failure rates for a gas insulated substation
A Chabrol, ESB International, Ireland, N McDonagh, ESB International, Ireland

0240

Pole-top fires risk assessment: A South African perspective
A Beutel, Eskom Holdings SOC Limited, South Africa, H Geldenhuys, Eskom Holdings SOC Limited, South Africa, B McLaren, Eskom Holdings SOC Limited, South Africa, M Ntshani, Eskom Holdings SOC Limited, South Africa, K Thejane, Eskom Holdings SOC Limited, South Africa, A Khatri, Eskom Holdings SOC Limited, South Africa

0294

Experience with uprating 35 kV overhead line to 110 kV voltage level using post line insulation
B Zemljaric, Elektro Gorenjska d.d., Slovenia, M Jerele, Elektro Gorenjska d.d., Slovenia

0406

Development of seismic capacity curve (S.C.C.) for power distribution concrete poles
A Zekavati, NRI (Niroo Research Institute), Islamic Republic of Iran, M A Jafari, NRI (Niroo Research Institute), Islamic Republic of Iran, A Rahnavard, NRI (Niroo Research Institute), Islamic Republic of Iran, A Yavartalab, TAVANIR, Islamic Republic of Iran, M Samadi, TAVANIR, Islamic Republic of Iran

0412

Vacuum circuit breaker and transformer interaction in a cable system
L Liljestrand, ABB AB, Sweden, E Lindell, ABB AB, Sweden, D Bormann, ABB AB, Sweden, C Roy, ABB S.A., Spain, E Dullni, ABB AG, Germany

0420

Specific short-circuit conditions in power plants with small generator units
P Novak, Schneider Electric, Germany, D Penkov, Schneider Electric, France

0464

Vibration dampers on AAC and AAAC conductors
P Dulhunty, Dulhunty Power, Australia

0488

Vacuum circuit breakers in cable networks
H Schellekens, Schneider Electric, France, I Shulepov, Schneider Electric, Russia, J Tobias, Schneider Electric, France

0541

Lack of standardization concerning interfaces between network equipments
Y Tits, Laborelec, Belgium, A François, Ores, Belgium, W Demaesschalck, Eandis, Belgium, M Van Den Berg, Sibelga, Belgium, M Arens, Laborelec, Belgium

0584

Smartlife2: Improving cable system specifications
P Soepboer, Enexis, Netherlands, E Dorison, ERDF, France, P Leemans, Eandis, Belgium

0623

Climate change in Brazil and its reflections in the reliability of CELESC distribution overhead lines
F Molina, CELESC D, Brazil, A Dadam, CELESC D, Brazil, W Pinheiro, Matrix Engenharia, Brazil, W Hirakawa, Matrix Engenharia, Brazil

0694

MV/LV substations - solutions to improve the technical quality of service
J Geria, EDP Distribuição SA, Portugal, P Cristino, EDP Distribuição SA, Portugal, C Santos, EDP Distribuição SA, Portugal, T Santiago, EDP Distribuição SA, Portugal

0821

Reducing the unforeseen incidents damages (earthquake) by using round poles and reducing the pole mounted distribution transformers power
R Nikpayam, Mashhad Electric Energy Distribution Company, Islamic Republic of Iran

0823

Dynamic ampacity rating of conductor bars in highly loaded substations
M Schmale, TenneT TSO GmbH, Germany, R Puffer, RWTH Aachen University, Germany, M Heidemann, RWTH Aachen University, Germany

0967

The simulated experiment of lightning induced overvoltage on the distribution line
Y Wu, Guangzhou Power Supply Bureau, China, G Lu, Guangzhou Power Supply Bureau, China, Y Liu, Guangzhou Power Supply Bureau, China

1018

Connection to MV cable aluminium screen
C Tourcher, EDF R&D, France, R Tambrun, ERDF, France

1090

Detailed component data and customer information as a basis for more detailed fault and outage statistics
P Hansen, Danish Energy Association, Denmark, L Jensen, Danish Energy Association, Denmark

1152

Results from Danish failure statistics for medium voltage XLPE cables
J Hansen, Danish Energy Association, Denmark

1179

NETCBM - condition based monitoring of power distribution networks
R Narayanan, Tata Colsultancy Services Limited, India, P Balamuralidhar, Tata Colsultancy Services Limited, India, K V Prasad, Tata Colsultancy Services Limited, India, R Vaishnav, Tata Colsultancy Services Limited, India

1215

Multi-objective maintenance optimization
S Miletic, HEP-ODS d.o.o., Croatia, D Karavidovic, HEP-ODS d.o.o., Croatia

1231

Control of inductive load switching transients
G Schoonenberg, Eaton, Netherlands, R Smeets, DNVKema, Netherlands

1288

Innovative and safe cable connection in medium voltage switchgear with integrated earthing and testing facilities
A Pikkert, Eaton Industries, Netherlands, M Van Riet, Alliander, Netherlands, M Binnendijk, Eaton Industries, Netherlands, D Harmsen, Alliander, Netherlands

1321

Type-specific evaluation of component reliability for predicting the quality of supply in distribution systems
U Zickler, E.ON Thueringer Energie AG, Germany, M Planic, FGH e.V., Germany, C Kahlen, FGH e.V., Germany, A Schnettler, FGH e.V., Germany

1393

Experiences from a test project in Norway using composite poles in 132 KV overhead lines
E Tønne, NTE Nett AS, Norway, V Dale, NTE Nett AS, Norway, J Foosnæs, NTNU/NTE Nett AS, Norway

1411

Thermal behaviour of cables installed via directional drilling
K Daems, Eandis, Belgium, P Leemans, Eandis, Belgium, Q De Clerck, Laborelec, Belgium, M Burceanu, Laborelec, Belgium, H Grandjean, Ores, Belgium, M Van den Berg, Sibelga, Belgium, B Hennuy, Laborelec, Belgium

1484

A procedure to evaluate the risk of failure of distribution transformers insulation due to lightning induced voltages
G Lopes, Federal University of Itajubá, Brazil, M Martinez, Federal University of Itajubá, Brazil, A Borghetti, University of Bologna, Italy, F Napolitano, University of Bologna, Italy, C Nucci, University of Bologna, Italy, J Uchoa, AES Sul, Brazil, G Dos Santos, AES Sul, Brazil, D Fagundes, AES Sul, Brazil

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Block 3 - Innovative network components for Smart Grids

0103

Application of IEC 61850-9-2 in MV switchgear with sensors use
V Stefanka, ABB Inc., United states, M Prokop, ABB s.r.o., Czech Republic, G Salge, ABB AG, Germany

0188

Voltage control in smart distribution grids - overview and practical experience of available solutions
A Berger, EnBW Regional AG, Germany, M Hennig, EnBW Regional AG, Germany, C Körner, EnBW Regional AG, Germany

0284

High temperature superconductor based fault current limiter for distribution systems
M Dixit, CG, India, S Kedia, CG, India, S Kulkarni, CG, India, L Andrews, CG, India

0285

Superconducting fault current limiters - UK network trials live and limiting
D Klaus, Applied Superconductor Ltd., United Kingdom, D Jones, Electricity North West, United Kingdom, J McWilliam, ScottishPower, United Kingdom, J Helm, Northern Powergrid, United Kingdom, J Berry, Western Power Distribution, United Kingdom, J Bock, Nexans SuperConductors, Germany, M Jafarnia, Applied Superconductor, United States, C Waller, Applied Superconductor Ltd., United Kingdom, A Hobl, Nexans SuperConductors, Germany

0451

A voltage measurement accuracy assessment system for smart distribution equipment
J Cho, KEPCO Research Insutitute, Korea, J Kim, KEPCO Research Insutitute, Korea, H Lee, KEPCO Research Insutitute, Korea, W Chae, KEPCO Research Insutitute, Korea, J Park, KEPCO Research Insutitute, Korea, J Kim, KEPCO Research Insutitute, Korea

0505

Fault current limiter surge protection device for the power grid based upon zero power consumption ceramic ferrite permanent magnets
J Hall, Cardiff University, United Kingdom, A Cheer, Faultcurrent Ltd, United Kingdom

0519

Smart secondary substation management device
J Gonzalo Garcia, Gas Natural Fenosa, Spain, M Gaudo Navarro, Gas Natural Fenosa, Spain, J Coca Alonso, Gas Natural Fenosa, Spain

0580

A novel integrated vacuum tapping interrupter
M Chen, 2CM&ES Consultants, United Kingdom, T Allen, Notthingham Trent University, United Kingdom

0589

Smart grids: Asset management in primary distribution substations, with smart sensor networks
J Alves, EDP Distribuição, Portugal, P Carreira, EDP Distribuição, Portugal, H Ferreira, EDP Distribuição, Portugal, H Pereira, EDP Distribuição, Portugal, F Cardoso, Eneida, SA/University of Coimbra, Portugal, J Oliveira, Eneida, SA/University of Coimbra, Portugal

0591

A test platform for electric vehicle battery swapping stations
Y Lu, Zhejiang Electric Power Research Institute, China, X M Huang, Zhejiang Electric Power Research Institute, China, W F Li, State Grid Electric Power Research Institute, China

0598

The smart termination: An innovative component to enable smart grids development
I Gentilini, ENEL Distribuzione S.p.A., Italy, R Calone, ENEL Distribuzione S.p.A., Italy, F Giammanco, ENEL Distribuzione S.p.A., Italy, G Bolcato, 3M Italy, Italy, J Weichold, 3M Deutchland Gmbh, Germany, M Stalder, 3M Deutchland Gmbh, Germany

0611

Designing reliable high-performance IEC61850 substation commmunication networks based on PRP and HSR topologies
H Heine, Siemens AG, Germany, D Bindrich, Siemens AG, Germany

0689

An integrated data center solution on medium voltage level
R Lacina, Hitec Power Protection, Netherlands, F Besseling, Eaton Industries, Netherlands, B Ter Hedde, Eaton, Netherlands

0742

AmpaCity project - worldwide first superconducting cable and fault current limiter installation in a German city center
M Stemmle, Nexans Deutschland GmbH, Germany, F Merschel, RWE Deutschland AG, Germany, M Noe, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, Germany, A Hobl, Nexans SuperConductors GmbH, Germany

0776

Experiences from use of an LVDC system in public electricity distribution
P Nuutinen, Lappeenranta University of Technology, Finland, T Kaipia, Lappeenranta University of Technology, Finland, P Peltoniemi, Lappeenranta University of Technology, Finland, A Lana, Lappeenranta University of Technology, Finland, A Pinomaa, Lappeenranta University of Technology, Finland, P Salonen, Lappeenranta University of Technology, Finland, J Partanen, Lappeenranta University of Technology, Finland, J Lohjala, Suur-Savon Sähkö Ltd., Finland, M Matikainen, Järvi-Suomen Energia Ltd., Finland

0781

Performances of the first electric storage system of ENEL Distribuzione
L Consiglio, ENEL Distribuzione, Italy, C Noce, ENEL Distribuzione, Italy, G Di Lembo, ENEL Distribuzione, Italy, P Eckert, Siemens AG, Germany, A Rasic, Siemens AG, Germany, A Schuette, Siemens AG, Germany

0789

Flexible plug and play low carbon networks: Quadrature booster trial at 33 kV
G Manhangwe, UK Power Networks, United Kingdom, S Georgiopoulos, UK Power Networks, United Kingdom, C Marantes, UK Power Networks, United Kingdom

0805

Model comparison of licensed UHF and SHF RF mesh communications in support of distribution automation
D Hettich, S&C Electric Company, United States, P Ramadass, S&C Electric Company, United States

0831

Portable regulator: An industrial solution for voltage regulation at LV networks
R Tufaniuk, AES-Eletropaulo, Brazil, D Fagundes, AES-Sul, Brazil, M Pelegrini, SINAPSIS, Brazil, J Cebrian, SINAPSIS, Brazil, D Kondo, SINAPSIS, Brazil, F Saraiva-Filho, University of São Paulo, Brazil, S Duarte, University of São Paulo, Brazil, T de Souza, University of São Paulo, Brazil

0869

Electronic high voltage combined measuring transformer
J Mocnik, ISKRA sistemi d.d., Slovenia, J Humar, ISKRA sistemi d.d., Slovenia, Z Toroš, Elektro Primorska, Slovenia, J Šmid, ISKRA sistemi d.d., Slovenia, I Kniewald, Elektro Primorska, Slovenia

0902

Experiences from a pilot project in implementing smart meters
M Najafinia, Mashhad Electric Energy Distribution Company, Islamic Republic of Iran, M Ghasempour, Mashhad Electric Energy Distribution Company, Islamic Republic of Iran, M Hossein Pourarab, Mashhad Electric Energy Distribution Company, Islamic Republic of Iran

0951

Medium voltage optical fiber composite power cable system for smart grid
C Lee, LS Cable & System Ltd., Korea, J Kwon, LS Cable & System Ltd., Korea, J Byoun, LS Cable & System Ltd., Korea, D Wee, LS Cable & System Ltd., Korea, S Nam, LS Cable & System Ltd., Korea, J Lee, LS Cable & System Ltd., Korea, K Sohn, LS Cable & System Ltd., Korea, J Cho, KEPRI, Korea, J Kim, KEPRI, Korea

0984

Effectiveness of D-SVC on rural networks
K Tsunedomi, Hitachi Ltd., Japan, S Tamura, Hitachi Ltd., Japan, T Omori, Hitachi Ltd., Japan, Y Imazu, Hitachi Ltd., Japan, T Sodeyama, Hitachi Ltd., Japan, D Cheung, Hitachi Europe Ltd., United Kingdom, M Parr, Hitachi Europe Ltd., United Kingdom, S Gough, Western Power Distribution, United Kingdom

0986

A novel retrofit concept for enabling smart secondary substations
V Luoma, ABB Oy, Finland, V Prokop, ABB s.r.o., Czech Republic, R Javora, ABB s.r.o., Czech Republic

0997

Simscape based modeling and simulation of a PV generator in microgrid scenario
P Basak, Calcutta institute of Engineering & Management, India, S Chowdhury, University of Cape Town, South Africa, S P Chowdhury, University of Cape Town, South Africa

1242

Channel requirements for LTE due to microgrid management system implementation
J Cairo, IREC, Spain, A Ruiz, IREC, Spain, A Sumper, IREC/UPC-CITCEA, Spain

1332

Integrated smart grid concept - experience in a German distribution grid
P Birkner, Mainova AG, Germany, M Zdrallek, Bergische Universität Wuppertal, Germany, C Oerter, Bergische Universität Wuppertal, Germany, N Neusel-Lange, Bergische Universität Wuppertal, Germany, I Jeromin, Mainova AG, Germany

1350

Building utility communications through deployment of power line communication
A Haidine, Accenture GmbH, Germany, J Müller, Accenture GmbH, Germany

1448

Evaluation of communication components for monitoring small hydroelectric plants
E Rufato Jr., COPEL, Brazil, C Sakurai, Universidade de São Paulo, Brazil, V Pereira, Universidade de São Paulo, Brazil

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Block 4 - Innovation in network components

0095

New medium voltage circuit-breaker switchgear with advanced functionality
S S Martin, Ormazabal y CIA, Spain, J J Carmona Catalan, Ormazabal y CIA, Spain

0138

Environmental declaration in compliance with ISO 14025 thanks to a collaborative program of electrical and electronic industry : the PEP ecopassport program
M Hassanzadeh, Schneider Electric, France, S Theoleyre, Schneider Electric, France, C Jollain, Schneider Electric, France, R Metz, University of Montpellier, France

0274

The smarter single breaker RMU. A fuse-less, single breaker, auto-loop-sectionalizing RMU
S Nikitakis, emac ltd, Greece, G Argyriou, emac ltd, Greece

0382

Development of a low viscosity insulating liquid based on natural esters for distribution transformers
Y Bertrand, EDF R&D, France, P Lauzevis, ERDF, France

0410

Gas flow analysis in low energy ARC puffer interrupters
E Attar, ABB, Norway, P Stoller, ABB, Switzerland, M Schwinne, ABB, Switzerland, P Skryten, ABB, Norway, N Ranjan, ABB, Switzerland, B Wuethrich, ABB, Switzerland, T R Bjørtuft, ABB, Norway, O Granhaug, ABB, Norway

0437

HV/LV prefabricated substation products and HV installations in a prefabricated housing
T Cormenier, Schneider Electric, France, M Bidaut, Schneider Electric, France, L Vieu-Viennet, Schneider Electric, France, P Brun, Schneider Electric, France, W Utteridge, Schneider Electric, Australia

0463

Dielectric and thermal challenges for next generation Ring Main Units (RMU)
T Bjørtuft, ABB, Norway, E Attar, ABB, Norway, A Sitko, ABB, Poland, M Saxegaard, ABB, Norway, O Granhaug, ABB, Norway, H Landsverk, ABB, Norway

0467

Life cycle assessment and inrush currents measurement of amorphous transformers
M Mouhamad, EDF R&D, France, P Lauzevis, ERDF, France

0483

Automatic generation of a thermal network model for a MV GIS
B Kaufmann, Technische Universität Dresden, Germany, M Kudoke, ABB Schweiz AG, Switzerland, S Großmann, Technische Universität Dresden, Germany

0521

Polemount dry-type transformer- testing and experience
M Carlen, ABB Ltd, Switzerland, F Colla, ABB SpA, Italy, J Kern, ABB Inc., United States, A Krivda, ABB Ltd, Switzerland, G Andrella, ENEL Distribuzione, Italy

0555

A low-cost high performance MV RMU with circuit breakers for use in remote controlled MV-LV substations: first results of ENEL Distribuzione experimentation
F Giammanco, ENEL Distribuzione, Italy, D Lamanna, ENEL Distribuzione, Italy, L Giansante, ENEL Distribuzione, Italy

0562

Small scale ARC fault testing of medium voltage switchgear
E Fjeld, Telemark University College, Norway, S T Hagen, Telemark University College, Norway, T Øyvang, Telemark University College, Norway, K Vaagsaeter, Telemark University College, Norway, P Skryten, ABB AS, Norway, T R Bjørtuft, ABB AS, Norway, O Granhaug, ABB AS, Norway, S Stangherlin, ABB Schweiz AG, Switzerland

0570

Thermal management in the design process of MV GIS
A Bedranowsky, Schneider Electric, Germany, R Summer, Schneider Electric, Germany, J Snajdr, University of West Bohemia, Czech Republic, S Singh, Schneider Electric, Germany

0572

Energy based evaluation of gas cooling related to ARC faults in medium voltage switchgear
T Oyvang, Telemark University College, Norway, W Rondeel, Telemark University College, Norway, E Fjeld, Telemark University College, Norway, S T Hagen, Telemark University College, Norway, K Vaagsaeter, Telemark University College, Norway

0608

High-speed AC circuit breaker and high-speed OCR
Y W Jeong, LS Industrial Systems, Korea, H Lee, LS Industrial Systems, Korea, S Lee, LS Industrial Systems, Korea, Y Kim, LS Industrial Systems, Korea

0625

Cooling modes and lifespan of MV dry type transformers inside a shore connection substation
T Cormenier, Schneider Electric, France, D Radu, Schneider Electric, France, P Lagache, Schneider Electric, France, J Moreau, Schneider Electric, France, B Lusson, Schneider Electric, France

0725

Comparison of various technologies used for distribution transformers from an eco standpoint
R Szewczyk, DuPont, Poland, J Duart, DuPont, Switzerland, R Van Schevensteen, CG Power Systems, Belgium

0737

Development of a new porcelain insulator design applied to distribution networks in Brazil
H C Da Silva, T-Cota, Brazil, A Dadam, Celesc, Brazil, F Molina, Celesc, Brazil, M Da Luz, UFSC, Brazil, F Corbelini, T-Cota, Brazil, N Da Silva, T-Cota, Brazil

0784

Eco-design and limitation of visual impact - design and construction of an electrical instalation
J Santos, EDP Distribuição, Portugal, R Marques, EDP Distribuição, Portugal, J Miranda, EDP Distribuição, Portugal, B Florindo, EDP Distribuição, Portugal, M Curado, CIBIO - Research Center in Biodiversity and Genetic Resources, Portugal, T Marques, CIBIO - Research Center in Biodiversity and Genetic Resources, Portugal, A Manso, EDP Distribuição, Portugal

0791

New paper-free insulation technology for dry high-voltage condenser bushing
U Krüsi, ABB Schweiz AG, Switzerland, A Dais, ABB Schweiz AG, Switzerland, D Egger, ABB Schweiz AG, Switzerland, J Czyzewski, ABB Schweiz AG, Switzerland

0975

Material selection redefines solid dielectric medium voltage switchgear
J Ache, G&W Electric, United States, N Uzelac, G&W Electric, United States

1001

Application of simplified model for the calculation of the pressure rise in MV switchgear due to internal ARC fault
N Uzelac, G&W Electric, United States, M Kriegel, ABB, Switzerland, E Dullni, ABB, Germany, R Pater, Hydro Quebec, Canada

1055

Towards the efficient refrigeration of transformer substations by means of computational fluid dynamics
J Gastelurrutia, Ikerlan, Spain, M Beiza, Tecnun, Spain, J Ramos, Tecnun, Spain, R Anton, Tecnun, Spain, G Larraona, Tecnun, Spain, A Rivas, Tecnun, Spain, I De Miguel, Ormazabal, Spain, J Izagirre, Ormazabal, Spain, L Del Rio Etayo, Ormazabal, Spain

1057

Internal ARC based innovation for medium voltage switchgear
H El Ouadhane, Schneider Electric, Germany, R Zimmerer, Schneider Electric, Germany, H Fräde, Schneider Electric, Germany, T Jurain, Schneider Electric, Germany

1115

Impact of medium voltage switchgear technology on operating modes in the network
D Serve, Schneider Electric, France, J Biasse, Schneider Electric, France, V Ferraro, Schneider Electric, France

1140

Dry-type transformers for subtransmission
M Berrogain, ABB SA, Spain, M Carlen, ABB Ltd, Switzerland

1150

Switchgear with advanced surge protection in 40 KV network
W Lord, Pöyry SwedPower AB, Sweden, A Renström, Pöyry SwedPower AB, Sweden, N Sigfridsson, Vattenfall Eldistribution AB, Sweden

1201

Features of cubicle type vacuum-insulated switchgear (C-VIS)
T Hae, Hitachi Ltd., Japan, T Utsumi, Hitachi Ltd., Japan, T Sato, Hitachi Ltd., Japan, A Morita, Hitachi Ltd., Japan, K Tsuchiya, Hitachi Ltd., Japan, N Okada, Hitachi Ltd., Japan

1219

Combined insulation bushing
C Carollo, ABB SPA, Italy, M Marchetto, ABB SPA, Italy, F Viaro, ABB SPA, Italy

1301

Pressure rise in switch rooms in case of internal ARC in AIS MV switchboards : Importance of room design and simplified calculation method
J Douchin, Schneider Electric, France, F Gentils, Schneider Electric, France

1315

Design and mass production of medium voltage spacers
M Tarafdar Hagh, University of Tabriz, Islamic republic of Iran, M Gashanghpour, Alucast Company, Islamic republic of Iran, K Roshan Milani, East Azerbaijan Electrical Distribution Company, Islamic Republic of Iran