Conference: 10th CIGRE Southern Africa Regional Conference Date: November 2-4, 2021 Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
This conference focused on key developments and challenges in power systems, particularly in the African region. One of the featured studies by AssetCool and The University of Kwazulu-Natal was a 12-month field trial of novel conductor coatings to enhance ampacity and durability. Conductors with spectrally selective coatings (SSC) were tested in South Africa to assess their effectiveness in increasing current-carrying capacity and reducing power losses. The study showed up to 24% cooling effects on coated conductors, demonstrating potential benefits for power transmission.