Development of a robust, HVDC cable prototype with a new insulation material based on alternative XLPE, demonstrating resistance to electrical stress, high thermal stability and functionality after ageing.

Calibrated insulation ageing algorithm for cable life analysis based on space charge phenomena simulation models for standard and newly designed cable systems.

Real-time thermal rating algorithms fine-tuned to predict temperature anomalies and cable capacity based on thermal and ampacity models.

Upgraded fault location systems with DTS and DAS interrogator prototypes, fibre-based vibration monitoring systems for cable connections and terminations and GPS location component for long cable corridors.

Accurate and highly stable online PD monitoring system incorporating a PD analyser software with ageing prediction functionalities and fibre optic-based passive PD sensors.

Innovative Edge Computing infrastructure with improved cybersecurity mechanisms and reduced latency of data transmission.