Etap Version 22

ETAP 22 represents a significant milestone in the evolution of ETAP’s Electrical Power System Analysis and Design software. This release focuses heavily on digital transformation, electrification, and automation. It introduces a modernized user interface, expanded modeling capabilities for modern power systems (such as microgrids and EV infrastructure), and enhanced analytical engines for arc flash and transient stability. ETAP 22 bridges the gap between engineering design and operations, offering tighter integration with OT (Operational Technology) systems.

The core studies are now faster thanks to multi-core processing. Version 22 can handle networks with over 100,000 buses without performance degradation. New reporting features include "what-if" scenario comparison tables, allowing engineers to compare base case, contingency, and future load growth side-by-side.

ETAP Version 22 introduced several significant features focused on digital twins, renewable energy, and advanced safety compliance.

Below are drafts of three standout features you can use for reports, presentations, or training: 1. GridCode™ Smart Inverter Modeling

This feature addresses the shift toward decentralized energy by allowing engineers to model how smart inverters interact with the grid autonomously.

Key Capability: Simulates autonomous decision-making for grid stability based on Volt-Var, Volt-Watt, and Watt-Power Factor control modes.

Engineering Benefit: Ensures compliance with modern standards like IEEE 1547-2018 and California Rule 21 during the design phase of renewable projects. 2. ArcSafety™ & eLabel™ Maker etap version 22

Version 22 significantly upgraded safety tools to bridge the gap between analysis and field implementation.

Key Capability: A dedicated graphical tool for creating Arc Flash Label templates that include QR codes for instant access to digital twin data in the field.

Engineering Benefit: Simplifies the generation of compliant labels under international standards like DGUV (German) and IEC 60909. 3. Star™ Protection & Selectivity Enhancements

The protection module received deep visual and analytical upgrades to improve system reliability.

Key Capability: Introduces Auto-Evaluation of cables based on let-through energy and allows visual verification of cable size selection against MCCB current-limiting curves.

Engineering Benefit: Reduces the manual effort needed to verify that protective devices properly coordinate with and protect cable withstand capabilities. Summary of Other Notable Additions: ETAP 22 represents a significant milestone in the

Lightning Risk Assessment: Tools to assess and identify risks for structures according to NFPA 780.

etapPy™ Expansion: Enhanced Python scripting capabilities for automating complex studies like Unbalanced Short Circuit and Switching Optimization.

Expanded Equipment Libraries: Over 8,500 new protective device models and 4,000+ solar panel models. What's New - ETAP

ETAP 22 is a major release of the electrical digital twin platform, focused on sustainability and digital transformation for power systems. While there isn't a single "official paper" for the release, several technical documents and recent case studies highlight its features: Core Documentation & Features

ETAP 22 User Guide: A 46-page User Guide and Features document on Scribd provides an overview of modeling AC/DC networks, load flow analysis, and short circuit studies.

Load Flow Analysis Techniques: A specific presentation on Load Flow Analysis in ETAP 22 covers calculation processes, equipment sizing, and monitoring for overloads. The core studies are now faster thanks to

What's New Overview: A Product Overview highlights key updates such as localized shock risk assessment and unbalanced network load flow analysis. Key Technical Advancements in Version 22

Report: ETAP Version 22 (ETAP 22)

Date: October 26, 2023 Subject: Comprehensive Overview of ETAP Version 22 Features and Enhancements

Not supported: Windows 8.1, Server 2012 R2 (deprecated in V22).

The dynamic model library expanded in version 22 to include advanced inverter-based resource (IBR) models. This is critical as grids move away from synchronous generators toward renewables. New models include: