Metering Insights

Resonance Rendezvous
Unravelling the Complexities in AC Power Grids

Resonance in AC power grids can lead to unstable voltage fluctuations, overheating of electronics, and potential equipment failures. Grid operators must employ proactive measures such as power quality monitoring, system...

Weathering the Elements
Strengthening Power Companies for Extreme Events

Enhancing resilience and disaster preparedness is crucial for power companies facing the increasing frequency and severity of extreme weather events. By investing in resilient infrastructure, diversifying power generation sources, and...

Voltage Fluctuation vs Flicker
What's the Difference?

Voltage fluctuation and flicker can cause significant disruptions and impact the performance and reliability of electrical equipment, as well as the comfort of people in the area. Mitigation strategies are...

The Human Factor in Cybersecurity
Safeguarding Critical Infrastructure like Smart Grids

High-profile cases of successful cyberattacks against utilities and control systems serve as cautionary tales for those responsible for protecting the resilience of civilian essential services. A growing concern is how...

Understanding SI Metric Prefixes in the International System of Units

Metric prefixes are an essential component of the International System of Units (SI) and allow us to express measurements across a wide range of scales and help to communicate not...

Balancing Act
Managing Grid Stability with Private Balcony Solar Power

Maintaining grid stability in the face of increasing power export from private balcony power plants is crucial for a sustainable energy future. By implementing advanced forecasting techniques, energy storage solutions,...

Evaluating the Financial Benefits of Smart Metering Solutions

Smart metering investments offer a range of financial benefits, including operational efficiencies, accurate billing, reduced meter reading costs, improved asset management, and potential revenue streams from value-added services. Conducting a...

Electromechanical Energy Meters
Understanding Their Limitations

Electromechanical energy meters, despite their long-standing reliability, suffer from drawbacks such as potential inaccuracy, lack of real-time data, susceptibility to tampering and limited functionality. As the demand for smarter energy...

The Evolution of Encryption
From Enigma to Modern Strategies

From the historic Enigma machine to modern encryption strategies, the field of cryptography has evolved exponentially. While the debate over weakening encryption for crime prevention persists, the importance of safeguarding...

Energy Generation Through Balcony Power Plants

Balcony power plants offer a compact, space-efficient solution for generating clean energy at home. With the integration of metering systems, individuals can offset their electricity consumption and even earn financial...

AC vs DC
Which System is Better Suited for Modern Energy Needs?

AC and DC are two of the great inventions of electricity that have shaped the world as we know it. Both systems have their advantages and disadvantages, and with technological...

Unreliable Renewables
The Challenge of Metering Intermittent Energy Sources

Traditional methods of electricity metering are becoming less effective with the continued growth of renewable energy sources. The intermittent nature of renewable energy sources presents new challenges in accurately metering...