Speakers & Topics

Technical-Economic Analysis of the Behavior of 115 KV Transmission Lines Under the Impact of Atmospheric Discharges Considering the Implementation of TLSAs (in Spanish)

Mr. Tauta Rua is an electrical engineer (National University of Colombia), he has a master’s degree in electrical engineering (Universidad de los Andes) and a master’s degree in technological innovation management (ITM)....  » READ MORE

Defining Seismic Performance Requirements Specific to HV Substation Surge Arresters: A Practical Approach (in English)

Mr. Taylor has over 38 years of experience in the electrical industry having held various engineering positions during a career with ASEA, ABB and Hitachi Energy. His work focuses on technical support and application consulting across a broad range of areas,...  » READ MORE

Comparing Sum of Current Versus Voltage Reference for Monitoring Bushings: Pros & Cons as well as Case Studies (in English)

Mr. Tostrud joined Dynamic Ratings in 2006 after working as Construction and Maintenance Supervisor for We Energies, where he led implementation of condition-based monitoring programs. In his new role, he has been instrumental in helping customers incorporate online monitoring into their condition-based maintenance programs....  » READ MORE

Design Solutions for Contaminated Environments: Comparative Testing of High Creepage versus Resistive Glaze Porcelain (in English)

Mr. Van Remmen holds a Master of Science degree from the Rochester Institute of Technology and a Bachelor of Science degree from the University at Buffalo. A professional in the field of design engineering, he has contributed to advancement of industry standards and practices....  » READ MORE

1. Operational Experience with Composite Insulators at German TSO (in English)
2. Optimizing Maintenance of Composite insulators: Results from European Initiative (in English)

Ms. Varli received her M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology from the Technical University in Dortmund in Germany and started her career in 2015 at German TSO Amprion in the Department of Transmission Technology before being appointed to her present position in 2019....  » READ MORE

1. Development of a Frequency Dependent Temporary Overvoltage (TOV) EMT Model for Gapless Metal-Oxide Surge Arresters (in English)
2. Switching Overvoltage Stresses on Sheath Voltage Limiters Due to Cable Circuit Energization: Failure Investigation & Lessons Learned
(in English)

Mr. Velitsikakis received his M.Sc. in High Voltage Engineering from the Technical University of Delft in 2013 and works as senior expert in the field of Insulation Coordination and Electromagnetic Transient (EMT) studies for HV and EHV transmission systems....  » READ MORE

1. Latest Knowledge & Experience in Testing & Condition Assessment of Power Cables & Accessories (in English)
2. Knowledge & Experience in On-Site Commissioning Testing of High-Voltage Cable Systems (in English)

Mr. Verhoeven received an M.Sc. in Power Engineering from Eindhoven University of Technology before joining KEMA in 1991 as R&D Specialist on digital protection systems for high voltage networks....  » READ MORE

Measurement of Contamination for Design of HVDC Transmission Lines in Chile and Performance of Silicone-Coated Insulators (in Spanish)

Professor Rodrigo Villalobos is a Civil Electrical Engineer from the University of Concepción, Concepción, Chile (2006) and a Master 2 Professional in Electrical Power Systems at the Paris XI University in France (2008). He is currently a PhD candidate at the University of Concepción....  » READ MORE

Techniques to Improve Transmission Lines Performance: Analysis & Experience with Conventional & Non-Conventional Approaches (in English)

Prof. Visacro is an international expert in lightning, grounding and lightning performance of transmission lines. As a researcher, he has contributed to measurement/detection of lightning parameters as well as to experimental tests and modelling of lightning response to grounding electrodes,...  » READ MORE

Fingerprinting & Characterization of RTV Silicone Coatings for Insulators: Overview of Standards, Methods & Latest Experience (in English)

Dr. Vrsaljko received her M.Sc. and Ph.D. Degrees from the University of Zagreb’s Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Technology. She joined KONČAR Electrical Engineering Institute in 2002 with her main areas of expertise being research, identification and characterization of different materials (insulating liquids,...  » READ MORE

1. Challenges Building New Parallel & Also Retrofitting Aged Transmission System (in English)
2. Experience in Sweden Applying AI as Predictive Maintenance Tool for Electrical Power Systems (in English)

Dr. Windmar received a Ph.D. degree in high voltage engineering from Uppsala University in Sweden in 1994. His professional experience includes extensive work in such areas as insulators (production,...  » READ MORE

Improving Reliability While Protecting Wildlife & Utility Assets (in English)

Mr. Zapata holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Nova University in Florida. He began his career as a lineman before being appointed Distribution Line Design Engineer at Florida’s largest electric utility. Since that time, he has served as Hot Line Tool Demonstrator, Sales Engineer, Product Manager and then Sales Director for both domestic and international utility markets,...  » READ MORE

Research on Uneven Current Distribution Characteristics of HV Direct Current Circuit Breakers Over Life Cycle (in English)

Mr. Zhao graduated from Henan University with a major in Chemical Engineering and is a member of the National Surge Arrester Standardization Technical Committee of China. He has been engaged in research on nonlinear metal oxide resistors and metal oxide surge arresters since 1992 and has worked at major international suppliers have over 30 years of technical experience....  » READ MORE

Comparing Online & Offline Measurement Techniques to Detect Faulty Surge Arresters (in English)

Mr. Zinck has years of practical field experience implementing innovative measurement technologies on power grid infrastructure across China and South-East Asia. He has written numerous scientific papers and presented at international conferences on topics focusing on protecting overhead lines against lightning....  » READ MORE

Pollution Mapping & Testing to Assist Decisions on Application of HV Insulator Coatings: Experience in MENA Region (in English)

Mr. Znaidi has spent more than 35 years carrying out field and laboratory testing programs on different Insulator materials and types under severe service conditions, particularly in the Middle East, North Africa and Asia. This has included designing naturally polluted insulator test stations In Tunisia,...  » READ MORE