Speakers & Topics

Upgrading Network in Ireland from 38 kV to 110 kV: Line Design, Standards & Lightning Performance Requirements (in English)

Dr. Hassan received his Ph.D. from the University of Galway in Ireland in 2018, where he developed novel finite element models for structural and earthquake engineering applications and published several papers in peer reviewed journals and at conferences....  » READ MORE

1. Artificial Intelligence-Based Approach for Failure Prediction of Polymeric Insulators Used on Transmission Lines (in English)
2. Tension Control Methods to Improve Transmission Line Sectioning (in Spanish)
3. Procedure for Optimal Design of Equipotential Rings for Substation Arresters (in Spanish)

Mr. Hernández, an Electrical Engineer, graduated from Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Morelos,...  » READ MORE

Study of 230 kV Compact Line Insulator Cross Arms (in English)

Mr. Hilsdorf, an Electrical Engineer with both M.Sc. and MBA degrees, has had an extensive technical background in the field of high voltage power equipment, electrical system maintenance, service and distribution. He is responsible for product technical design and performance and has also managed R&D projects....  » READ MORE

Innovations Toward Next Generation Bushings for Eco-Friendly HV Equipment (in English)

Mr. Hoang received his M.Sc. Degree in Electric Power Engineering from Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg, Sweden. Throughout his career he has been involved in R&D activities for dry high voltage cable terminations as well as consulting power utilities, heavy industries, and OEMs....  » READ MORE

Surge Protection Against Temporary Overvoltages in Microgrids (in English)

Mr. Hoffman is an Engineering Manager with Energy Systems Group, a leading energy services provider that specializes in energy efficiency, resiliency, and infrastructure modernization. His expertise spans from design and implementation to management and development of power generation, critical power and renewable energy projects for federal,...  » READ MORE

Interpreting Electrical Insulation Behaviour of Silicone & EPDM Polymers: Spectroscopic Monitoring of Molecular Structure Under Varying Electrical Stress (in English)

Dr. Hore obtained his Ph.D. in Chemistry at Queen’s University and in Physics at the Royal Military College. He then became a post-doctoral fellow at the University of Oregon, studying solvent and surfactant structure using a variety of computational and spectroscopic techniques....  » READ MORE

Assessing Technical Reliability of 33 kV & 66 kV Inter-Array Cable Strings at Offshore Wind Farms (in English)

Dr. Jongen graduated in 2004 with a M.Sc. degree in Electrical Engineering at Delft University of Technology. His Ph.D. degree involved research on statistical failure analysis of component lifetime data focused on asset management. Between 2009 and 2012,...  » READ MORE

Understanding Impact & How Best to Manage Biofouling on Outdoor Insulation (in English)

Mr. Jonsson has 35 years of professional experience working with high voltage bushings. This includes design, research & development, engineering solutions, applications, and testing. During the past two decades, he has been actively involved in developing methodologies and interpretation guidelines for condition assessments....  » READ MORE

Correlating Site Pollution Severity When Assessing Natural Ageing & Pollution Performance: Original Versus Newly Relocated Koeberg Insulator Pollution Test Station (in English)

Mr. Jooste’s professional career has involved over 20 years in management, research, testing and development of power system technologies and standards. He also has over a decade of experience in the field of HV insulator research and application during which he investigated field failures and authored insulator-related engineering instructions for implementation....  » READ MORE

Latest Developments in IEEE Standardization for Cable Terminations & Joints (in English)

Mr. Jovanovic obtained his Electrical Engineering Degree from the University of Belgrade and his MBA from the University of Chicago. In 2001, he joined G&W Electric where he held different positions and had global responsibility for Technology, Engineering and Product Management of Specialty Products including Cable Accessories....  » READ MORE

Influence of Birds on Insulation of Transmission Lines (in Spanish)

Mr. Justo is an Electrical and Mechanical Production Engineer, graduated in 1993, who specializes in Quality and Productivity (1995), Occupational Safety (1997) and also holds an MBA in Project Management. With 37 years of professional experience, he has worked in management, planning, and execution of maintenance at high and extra high voltage substations and on transmission lines and has also served as a Lead Auditor in Quality and Environment....  » READ MORE

1. Role of TFR & Transmission Line Arresters in Optimizing Lightning Performance: Cases Study of 275 kV Line in Malaysia (in English)
2. Lightning Strikes & Power Grid Vulnerability: Role of Terrain & Weather Based on Experience from 500 kV Lines in Malaysia(in English)

Prof. Kadir received his BEng and PhD from Universiti Putra Malaysia and University of Manchester,...  » READ MORE

Addressing Challenges of Polymeric Insulators Used with Transformer Bushings: Experience in TNB Grid Systems (in English)

Mr. Kannan holds a Bachelors of Electrical Engineering and a Masters of Power Engineering and is responsible for new technology assessment, diagnostics, and equipment performance improvement for the transformer/reactor unit at TNB. A Registered Professional Engineer and an ASEAN Registered Electrical Engineer with TNB’s Grid Division,...  » READ MORE

Life Cycle Analysis of Polymer, Porcelain & Glass Insulators: Part 2 (in English)

Mr. Kellett graduated from Queen’s University in 2015 with a B.Sc in Engineering Physics. He recently joined K-Line after completing a career in auto-racing, where his experience included the testing and development of vehicle dynamics and aerodynamics components as well as development and tuning simulation models....  » READ MORE

Issues in Asset Management Decision to Replace Transmission Line Insulators at End-of-Life (in English)

Chair Session 1: Key Issues & Challenges Confronting Today’s Asset Management

Mr. Khalil-Pour is an Electrical Engineer (P.Eng) with 25 years’ experience in the power industry, including 20 years with electrical utilities and 4 as a consulting engineer....  » READ MORE