Speakers & Topics

Experience at Swedish DSOs with Composite Line Insulators: Examples of Faults & Impact on Purchasing Policy (in English)

Mr. Ahlrot received his Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden. He started at Sydkraft Konsult and then worked for different consulting companies before joining E.ON Energidistribution in 2007 as Specialist in high voltage systems....  » READ MORE

Experience in Oman Optimizing O/H Transmission & Distribution Lines: Improving Pollution Performance & Cost (in English)

Mr. Abdul Rahim Al-Saifi received a BENG (Hons) Degree in Electrical Power Engineering from the Caledonian College of Engineering and has worked at Petroleum Development Oman since 2002. He is a specialist in overhead lines in terms of review and approval of transmission and distribution design....  » READ MORE

Comprehensive Analysis of Lightning-Induced Faults & SOTF Protection Malfunctions in 220 kV Transmission Lines: Case Study of Chaglla Hydroelectric Plant (in Spanish)

Mr. Álvarez has a degree in Electrical Mechanical Engineering from the National University of the Altiplano in Peru, and completed doctoral studies in Electrical Mechanical Engineering. He has a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of São Paulo (Brazil) and an MBA specializing in Power Plant Management from the Institute of Electrotechnics and Energy of the University of São Paulo (Brazil),...  » READ MORE

Understanding the Role & Advantages of Shield Wire on Overhead Distribution Lines (in English)

Prof. Andreotti, Sr Member of IEEE, received his M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Electrical Engineering from the University Federico II in Naples, Italy. He is author or co-author of more than 200 scientific publications in reviewed journals as well as at international conferences....  » READ MORE

Seismic Requirements for Electrical Substations: Factors & Experience Driving Stringent National Standard in Chile (in English and also in Spanish)

Ms. Aravena graduated as a Structural Civil Engineer from Universidad de Chile and also holds a Masters in Business Administration from Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile. She has over 30 years of professional experience in Chilean electric power transmission,...  » READ MORE

Interchangeability of Traditional MV Porcelain Bushings with Composite Polymeric Bushings: Latest Knowledge & Field Experience

Mr. Arrigoni has over 20 years experience in the transformer industry as well as in the bushing and accessory business. He started his career working for Siemens Power Transformers Brazil in the Mechanical Design Department for large power transformers. Subsequently, he moved to Comem Brazil in Technical Sales for components....  » READ MORE

Maintenance Strategies for Ceramic & Polymeric Insulators in Very High Pollution Environments
(in Spanish)

Chair Session 9: Evaluación del entorno de servicio de líneas aéreas/subestaciones y optimización del rendimiento del aislador en entornos contaminados

Mr. Asto Soto is an Electrical Engineer, graduated in 2000 from the National University of the Center of Peru (UNCP 2000) with a Masters of Business Administration from the University Ricardo Palma....  » READ MORE

Application of IR & Other Technologies to Inspect for Corona & Heat Issues Affecting Insulation & HV Equipment: Case Studies from the United States (in English)

Mr. Brady has more than 17 years of experience in all aspects of thermal imaging of electrical systems and has expertise to design projects, provide technical oversight of field technicians and approve final reports to clients....  » READ MORE

Proactive Bushings Management: A Tool for More Reliable Power Transformers & Reactors (in English)

Mr. Cantor has a Bachelor’s Degree and a Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from Universidad de los Andes as well as a Master’s Degree in Data Science from Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana. He has had more than 13 years of experience analyzing the condition of electrical substation equipment with the objective of increasing the useful life,...  » READ MORE

1. Innovative & Reliable Approach to Secure Your Grids Against Lightning in High-Risk Areas: The Nextguard Duo Solution (in English)
2. Towards a More Resilient Electrical Grid: Optimizing Protection for Areas of High Lightning Density (in Spanish)

Mr. Cárdenas received a B.S. from UANL University and an MBA in Energy from EOI School in Madrid,...  » READ MORE

Supporting Smart Grid Technology for a Sustainable Energy Transition (in English)

Dr. Céspedes has experience in strategic assessment of power system operations and technologies, regulations, procedures and tools that help utilities to develop, operate and maintain more reliable and efficient power systems. This includes analysis and operational issues, Smart Grid concepts and automation systems with SCADA/energy management systems such as communication systems and distribution management system functions,...  » READ MORE

1. Simplified Models of Lightning & Grounding Issues (in English)
2. Velocity of Pollution Deposition Under Urban Winter Conditions (in English)

Dr. Chisholm is an expert in the effects of adverse weather on overhead power lines, including lightning and grounding, icing on insulators and thermal rating. He has been an IEEE Fellow for a decade – a distinction given after his long career at Ontario Hydro and Kinectrics....  » READ MORE

Practical Condition Assessment of Underground Cables Through Monitoring Failure Statistics in High-Voltage Underground Systems: Experience in Brazil (in English)

Ms. Damasceno graduated as an Electrical Engineer from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) as well as an MBA from LACTEC and the Federal Fluminense University and completed postgraduate work in power systems at UFRJ....  » READ MORE

Studying Impact of Electrical Stress on Tracking and Erosion Characteristics of Polymer Insulators Manufactured Using a Novel Miniaturized IPT Set-up (in English)

Mr. Darshan holds a Master’s Degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Windsor. For the past 3 years, he has been actively involved with ASAsoft, a prominent player in grid modernization and also Cleantech....  » READ MORE

Seismic Solutions & Testing for Oil to Air & Air to Air Bushings (in English)

Dr. de Fina received her M. S. Degree in Electrical Engineering from the Milano Polytechnic University in 2003. After graduation, she joined different companies in Energy and Automation business, working in technical area. Since 2017, she has been working as R&D Expert at GE Grid Solution for HVDC and RIP AC bushings and also in charge of development of HVDC bushings....  » READ MORE