The share of wind power in total electric power generation is expected to increase, and with that comes a requirement for this carbon-free source to be more reliable. The most important component of a ...

Lightning protection in photovoltaic (PV) systems is a critical area of study as these installations are increasingly exposed to atmospheric discharges that can substantially disrupt energy production ...

Megger has enhanced its KC series of test leads used with wind turbines. KC-C test leads are lightweight, making them safe for use at heights, and are designed to work with Megger’s DLRO2 low ...

Electrical substations utilize direct lightning stroke shielding to help ensure proper operation, and to prevent costly damages and extended outages. While modern substation designs and equipment make ...

LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The lightning protection systems market is expected to grow by USD 132.67 million during 2020-2024, according to Technavio. The report offers a detailed analysis of the impact ...

It was the terrible prospect of lightning one day striking the historic windmill that troubled Andrew Farrell. A bolt five times hotter than the surface of the sun instantly turning moisture in one of ...

National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) scientists supported by General Electric (GE) and LM Wind Power (a subsidiary of GE) recently reported on a breakthrough in lightning protection technology ...

TOLLESON, AZ (AZFamily) — Disaster struck a family in Tolleson Wednesday night when investigators said lightning caused their house to go up in flames. Everyone in the home is reported to have made it ...