2026 Planned Research

The research team is happy to share our plans for this year’s R&D. Thanks to all of our utility advisors that have given input throughout the planning process. We are excited to continue working together!

P35.001: Inspection and Assessment
P35.002: Conductor, Shield Wire and Hardware Corrosion Management
P35.003: Structure and Sub-Grade Corrosion Management
P35.004: Connector Management
P35.005: Ductile Iron and Composite Structure Management
P35.006: Lightning Performance and Grounding of Transmission Lines
P35.007: Line Design Tools and Practices for Construction and Maintenance
P35.008: Transmission Line Resiliency
P35.010: Live Working: Research, Techniques and Procedures
P35.011: Polymer and Composite Overhead Transmission Line Insulators
P35.012: Porcelain and Glass Overhead Transmission Line Insulators
P35.013: Overhead Line Ratings and Increased Power Flow
P35.014: High Temperature Operation of Overhead Lines
P35.015: Qualification, Selection and Maintenance of Advanced Conductors
P35.018: Line Switch Management
P35.019: HVDC Lines