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 P35.003: Structure and Sub-Grade Corrosion P35.004: Traditional Conductors and Connectors P35.005: Ductile Iron and Composite Structures P35.006: Lightning Performance and Grounding P35.007: Line Design P35.008: Line Resiliency P35.010: Live Working P35.011: Polymer and Composite Insulators P35.012: Porcelain and Glass Insulators P35.013: Line Ratings and Increased Power Flow P35.014: High Temperature Operations P35.015: Advanced Conductors and Connectors P35.018: Line Switches P35.019: HVDC Lines