Software we use
1. PSCAD/EMTDC
We use PSCAD/EMTDC for detailed electromagnetic transient simulations, which are essential for analyzing complex power system behavior. This software is invaluable for projects involving transient stability, control system design, and renewable energy studies.
Typical Projects: Microgrid studies, sub-synchronous resonance (SSR) analysis, harmonic analysis, renewable energy integration, and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). We also use PSCAD scripting for automating electromagnetic transient studies, model customization, and conducting advanced renewable energy system analysis.
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2. CYMDIST
Our team utilizes CYMDIST for distribution network analysis, allowing us to conduct thorough load flow studies, fault analysis, and reliability assessments. It’s a vital tool for distribution system enhancements and distributed energy resource (DER) integration.
Typical Projects: Distributed generation integration, microgrid studies, load flow analysis, fault analysis, distribution planning, and grid modernization.
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3. Synergi Electric
Synergi Electric helps us perform advanced distribution system planning and operational studies. It’s essential for evaluating the impact of distributed generation and optimizing distribution networks.
Typical Projects: Distribution system planning, grid impact assessments, DER interconnection studies, and grid modernization.
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4. EasyPower
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We employ EasyPower for power system analysis, protection coordination, and arc flash studies. It’s a quick and efficient tool for assessing power system reliability and safety.
Typical Projects: Protection and coordination studies, arc flash analysis, short-circuit studies, and system reliability assessments.
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5. PSS®E (Power System Simulator for Engineering)
PSS®E is used for transmission system planning, stability analysis, and operational studies. It’s one of our go-to tools for load flow analysis and dynamic simulations.
Typical Projects: Transmission system planning, dynamic stability studies, interconnection studies, load flow analysis, and renewable integration.
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6. DIgSILENT PowerFactory
We utilize DIgSILENT PowerFactory for comprehensive power system analysis, covering both transmission and distribution planning, stability analysis, and protection studies.
Typical Projects: Transmission & distribution planning, power quality studies, harmonic analysis, protection coordination, and renewable energy integration.
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7. ETAP (Electrical Transient Analyzer Program)
ETAP is one of our versatile tools for modeling, simulation, and real-time operational analysis. It covers a wide range of studies from protection coordination to grid modernization.
Typical Projects: Protection coordination studies, arc flash analysis, load flow studies, grid modernization, and energy storage modeling.
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8. MATLAB/Simulink
We leverage MATLAB/Simulink for custom modeling, control system design, and dynamic system analysis, especially for complex control strategies and digital twin modeling.
Typical Projects: Control system design, dynamic modeling, renewable energy integration, power quality studies, and digital twin modeling.
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9. Homer Pro & Homer Grid
Homer Pro and Homer Grid are used for hybrid power system design, microgrid development, and renewable energy projects, allowing us to optimize system configurations and simulate renewable integration.
Typical Projects: Microgrid design, hybrid energy system planning, energy storage optimization, and renewable energy feasibility studies.
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10. ASPEN OneLiner
We rely on ASPEN OneLiner for short-circuit analysis, relay coordination, and protection system studies, ensuring system reliability and safety.
Typical Projects: Protection coordination, short-circuit analysis, fault studies, and relay settings development.
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11. PowerWorld Simulator
PowerWorld Simulator aids in large-scale transmission system planning and operational studies, providing an intuitive graphical interface for analyzing complex grid scenarios.
Typical Projects: Transmission planning, dynamic stability analysis, contingency analysis, renewable integration, and power flow studies.
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12. Ansys Twin Builder
We use Ansys Twin Builder for creating and simulating digital twins of power systems, supporting real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and optimization.
Typical Projects: Digital twin modeling, predictive maintenance, real-time system optimization, and performance analysis.
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13. WindPRO
WindPRO is essential for planning and analyzing wind energy projects, helping us design wind farm layouts and conduct energy production estimates.
Typical Projects: Wind energy project planning, feasibility studies, wind farm layout design, and energy production analysis.
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14. PVSyst
PVSyst is used for photovoltaic (PV) system design and analysis, allowing us to simulate PV system performance and optimize solar energy projects.
Typical Projects: Solar PV system design, energy yield analysis, shading studies, and performance optimization.
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15. RTDS Tools & Software
At Alinkan, we employ Real-Time Digital Simulation (RTDS) tools and software to create highly accurate real-time simulations of power systems. These tools are critical for testing, validating, and analyzing power system operations and control strategies under various conditions.
Typical Projects: Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing, real-time simulation of protection and control systems, dynamic performance analysis, and system validation for microgrids and renewable energy integration.
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By using these cutting-edge software tools, we ensure that Alinkan delivers comprehensive, accurate, and efficient solutions across all facets of power system and renewable energy projects.
