PSCAD

PSCAD is a simulation tool for engineers and researchers who design, analyse, optimise and verify power systems and power electronic controls. It focuses on electromagnetic transient simulation.

Its makers say it has been developed continuously for over forty years, and that it ships with a library of system models.

What PSCAD offers

• Power system modelling — build and simulate networks using a graphical environment.
• Model library — items from simple passive elements and control functions to electric machines.
• Automation library — scripting support for repeated runs.
• Related tools — Enerplot for results, plus field and corona effects and PRSIM overviews.
• Free edition — an edition available for learning.

Who it works with

Practising engineers and researchers. The company also offers engineering services such as power system studies, HVDC and FACTS, renewable energy integration and electromagnetic transient studies, plus training, webinars and a support desk.