The electrical panel, also known as the service panel, is the control center for all the electrical circuitry in a residence. Today’s panels are bigger than earlier versions. They have to be, because ...

The load for electric clothes dryers in a dwelling unit shall be _____ watts or the nameplate rating, whichever is larger, per dryer. The requirements for calculating branch-circuit, feeder, and ...

Motivation for Research: The constant evolution of the electric grid with the integration of generation from renewable sources and “smart” components makes peak electric load management an essential ...

Last month in Code Basics, “Commercial Loads — Part 1,” on page 24 of the January issue, we discussed when it’s okay to apply demand factors when calculating ...

Providing modern electronic devices with a diet of healthy power is not straightforward. Small AC-connected equipment often uses a capacitor-input filter following a half- or full-wave rectifier.

Power control and energy management systems (PCS and EMS) are powerful tools that will enable the next generation of electrical systems, and the way they are featured in the 2026 NEC is a testament to ...

The increased adoption of electric vehicles is opening up new conversations and concerns not only around grid reliability but also about electric capacity needed in each home to support another power ...