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The Electrical Domain has published an Industry Insight titled "Electrifying openBIM". Find out how they outline their mission: "to enhance building performance by integrating the power of electrical systems into the very fabric of building design. And how do we achieve this? By properly using openBIM standards, the Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) and restructuring the way we approach building design and operation. To guide our journey and validate our approaches, we lean on relevant use cases that reveal practical insights. These cases highlight both challenges and solutions to align our strategies with real-world scenarios." Read the Industry Insight here: https://lnkd.in/eQp9zWUD Christian G. Frey Oliver Lebherz ACCA software Schneider Electric Eplan Siemens

🌟 New industry insight: "Electrifying openBIM" 📚 In this document our Siemens colleagues explore how openBIM is transforming the electrification of building infrastructure and reshaping the future of construction. 🔍 This is a must-read for anyone interested in sustainable building practices, digital transformation, and the future of smart cities.

🌟 Paving the Way for Smarter, Greener Buildings with Electrifying openBIM!🌟 The Electrical Domain's new Industry Insight, Electrifying openBIM, showcases how OpenBIM is transforming building design by seamlessly integrating electrical systems. By prioritizing open standards, we're able to improve performance, sustainability, and flexibility across a building's entire lifecycle. This approach also includes real-world case studies, offering practical solutions for the challenges we face in modern construction. Ready to explore the future of building design? Check out the full insight below!

The Electrical Domain at BSI is leading digital transformation in low and medium voltage power systems within buildings. By incorporating openBIM standards, this strategy improves efficiency, sustainability, and collaboration throughout the entire building lifecycle, from design to demolition.

AI-Powered Engineering Services from Standart Arıtma Çevre Teknolojileri Standart Arıtma Çevre Teknolojileri continues to expand its investments in AI-powered engineering services as part of its ongoing integration processes. This development aims to enhance efficiency and optimize operational processes in water treatment projects, including design, hydraulic calculations, manufacturing, installation, and management stages. AI-Powered Engineering Applications Our organization leverages AI-driven platforms to add value to our engineering processes. These platforms enable faster project execution, cost optimization, and improved overall performance. Below are some of the platforms we utilize for AI support: 📌Hydraulic Calculations: We use platforms such as TensorFlow and Scikit-learn to optimize critical engineering parameters like pipe sizing, pressure drops, and flow rates through AI algorithms. This ensures that calculations are conducted with both speed and accuracy. 📌Project Design: During the design phase, AI-powered tools like the OpenAI platform help automate and improve design processes, allowing us to arrive at more efficient solutions. These technologies enable continuous improvements in project design. 📌Manufacturing and Installation Planning: To improve efficiency in manufacturing and installation phases, we use AI-based platforms such as OpenFOAM for simulation purposes. These platforms help organize material planning and installation sequencing more effectively. 📌Management Processes: AI solutions are integrated into project management to optimize workforce and resource allocation. These technologies contribute to decision-making systems, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. At Standart Arıtma, we continue to invest in these technologies to offer reliable, sustainable, and efficiency-driven solutions in the industry. Our AI-powered engineering services ensure high performance and effective results at every stage of the project. For more information on how you can benefit from our AI-powered solutions in your upcoming projects, please feel free to contact us. www.standartsu.com huseyin@standartsu.com aydan@standartsu.com ammar@standartsu.com

The safety of lighting small power distribution units has been improving The safety of lighting small power distribution units is constantly improving, which is mainly reflected in several aspects. The first is the improvement of materials and design. Modern small power distribution units usually use fireproof and high-temperature resistant materials, which can effectively prevent fires caused by short circuits. The second is the application of safe power distribution systems, such as leakage current protectors (RCD) and overload protectors, which can cut off the power supply in time to prevent electric shock accidents and equipment damage. In addition, the improvement of electrical engineering standards and strict installation specifications ensure the safety and stability of small power distribution units during installation and use. With the advancement of technology, the emergence of intelligent small power distribution units has also provided more possibilities for monitoring and managing circuits, further improving safety and efficiency. To sum up, the security of lighting small power distribution units is constantly evolving at both the technical and institutional levels, providing users with more reliable and secure power supply guarantees.

In the dynamic landscape of structural engineering, the integration of digital technologies has revolutionized traditional practices, offering unprecedented insights and efficiencies. One such innovation, the concept of digital twins, has emerged as a game-changer, transforming the way structures are designed, constructed, and maintained. In this blog, we explore the profound impact of digital twins on structural engineering, focusing particularly on how they enhance both design and maintenance processes.

⬛ Front-End Engineering Design ⬛ ◾ Key Objectives of FEED ◾ 🔻 During the FEED phase, the main objectives include defining the project's technical scope, identifying potential risks, establishing the project schedule, and estimating the project cost. This phase also involves evaluating alternative solutions and selecting the most viable option. 🔺 ◾ FEED Deliverables ◾ 🔻 The FEED phase produces essential deliverables such as the project specifications, preliminary engineering designs, equipment lists, material quantities, and cost estimates. These deliverables provide a basis for decision-making and subsequent project phases. 🔺 ◾ Importance of FEED in EPC Projects ◾ 🔻 A well-executed FEED phase significantly reduces the potential for cost overruns, schedule delays, and design changes during the later stages of the project. It helps in identifying and mitigating risks early, leading to smoother project execution. 🔺 ◾ FEED and Project Stakeholders ◾ 🔻 During FEED, collaboration among stakeholders is crucial. This includes input from the client, engineering firms, procurement specialists, and construction teams. Effective communication and alignment of expectations are essential for project success. 🔺 ◾ Challenges in FEED Execution ◾ 🔻 Several challenges may arise during the FEED phase, including unclear project requirements, changing regulations, and evolving client needs. Managing these challenges requires a proactive approach and effective communication among stakeholders. 🔺 ◾ Technology Integration in FEED ◾ 🔻 Advancements in digital tools and simulation software have revolutionized the FEED process. These technologies enable virtual modeling, real-time data analysis, and scenario simulations, enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of the FEED phase. 🔺 ◾ Risk Management in FEED ◾ 🔻 Effective risk management during the FEED phase involves identifying potential hazards, assessing their impact, and developing mitigation strategies. This proactive approach helps in minimizing uncertainties and ensuring project success. 🔺

Step Potential and Touch Potential: Step potential is the voltage between the feet i.e. one step of a person standing near an energized grounded object. Touch potential is the touch voltage between the energized object and the feet of a person in contact with the object. It is equal to the difference in voltage between the object and a point some distance away. For theoretical considerations, True Earth is a conductor deep in the ground with virtually no resistance. With this definition of True Earth, ground resistance can be thought of as the resistance between, a ground mat or substation grid and true earth. By this definition, the surface then is not true earth. Current can and will flow along the surface but has a tendency to go deep. Now consider a line to ground fault on a Transmission Tower in the Switchyard area. The fault current on a transmission tower will travel down the grounding conductor and legs and then spread out over the surface before going deeper, thereby posing a potential hazard to utility workers in the vicinity. The closer to the tower legs, the greater the concentration of current and the higher the voltage. The wider apart the person’s feet or the greater the distance from the hands (if touching the structure) to the feet (if standing at ground potential), the greater the voltage gradient across the body. It is for this reason that Step and Touch potentials are evaluated, and measures taken to have them brought within safe limits. Current flow causes a voltage drop at the earth’s surface. A person standing with feet apart will develop a portion of this potential difference from foot to foot. Resistance increases as current flows away from the point of entry into the soil at a ground rod or tower leg. Therefore, the risk to personnel is greatest near the point of entry, with the voltage drop over the same span becoming less and less with distance. Hence, the voltage gradient across the span of a typical human step is Step Potential. Touch Potential is the potential that can be established between the point at which a person is standing on the ground and the point at which some contact is made with hardware, such as by placing the hand on a substation fence. Engineering standards use a one-meter reach distance for calculating Touch Potentials. A two-meter reach distance is used when two or more objects are inside the event area. Mitigating Step and Touch Potential hazards is usually accomplished through one or more of the following three main techniques: -Reduction in the Resistance to Ground of the grounding system -Proper placement of ground conductors -The addition of resistive surface layers Thus, if ever any incident occurs at the Switchyard area, never run away rather take smaller step to exit from the Switchyard. As longer step will cause high voltage across the feet which might be dangerous.  

In the fast-paced world of engineering, the ability to predict and optimize the performance of machinery systems before they are built is invaluable. This is where simulation and dynamic analysis come into play, serving as cornerstones for innovation and efficiency in mechanical design. Simulation offers a digital sandbox, allowing engineers to create virtual models of machinery systems and explore their behavior under various scenarios. It's like conducting a series of experiments in a cost-free, risk-free environment. This approach not only saves time and resources but also enables the refinement of designs to an unprecedented degree of precision. Dynamic analysis, on the other hand, delves into the real-time interaction of forces within machinery systems. It assesses how components will react to dynamic loads, such as vibrations, accelerations, and torques. This is crucial for ensuring that machinery can withstand the rigors of operation and for preventing potential failures before they occur. Together, simulation and dynamic analysis empower engineers to: - **Predict and prevent structural failures**, enhancing the safety and reliability of machinery systems. - **Optimize designs** for performance, leading to more efficient and effective machinery. - **Reduce the need for physical prototypes**, cutting down on the costs and time associated with traditional trial-and-error methods. - **Innovate with confidence**, as these tools provide a deeper understanding of how machinery will perform in the real world. In essence, simulation and dynamic analysis are not just tools; they are the driving forces behind the next generation of machinery systems. They enable us to push the boundaries of what's possible, ensuring that we can meet the demands of tomorrow's challenges with today's designs. Let's continue to harness the power of these technologies to shape a more efficient, reliable, and innovative future in mechanical engineering