Monthly Update · Vol. 03
July 2026
AI·SW HVDC Integrated Power System Innovation Research Center
July Conference Activities
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July highlights
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Invited Seminar by Dr. Minsung Ko
Dr. Minsung Ko of The University of Texas at Austin introduced the rapid load growth, variability, and power-system stability issues that may arise from the grid integration of large-scale AI data centers. He discussed detailed load modeling, flexible operating strategies, and future research needs, as well as potential applications of AI in power-system research.
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PESGM 2026
Researchers attended PESGM 2026, held in Montreal, Canada, from July 19 to 23, and shared their research findings on HVDC system dynamics, modeling, and control with the international research community.
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KIEE Summer Conference
At the KIEE Summer Conference workshop, the C2 GRID HUB Research Center presented its vision and workforce development plan, along with an AI agent–based HVDC system analysis tool. Researchers presented posters, and Chanho Ji received a Best Paper Award for his study.
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RTDS-Based HIL and Controller Interface Training
On July 6-7 and 13-15, researchers participated in training at Semyung University on RTDS/RSCAD-based power-system modeling and real-time simulation. The real-time simulation and controller interface techniques acquired through the program will support future research on HVDC modeling, controller validation, and HIL testing.
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ICEE 2026
At ICEE 2026, researchers shared their findings on MTDC system stability and control and grid-forming HVDC operating-region assessment with the international research community.
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2026 Power School Hosted by the KEPCO Management Research Institute
From July 1 to 3, researchers attended the Power School hosted by the KEPCO Management Research Institute, which covered a broad range of topics spanning power systems, energy, policy, and economics. A technical visit to the Seo-Jeju HVDC converter station provided an opportunity to observe the role of HVDC in Jeju’s power system.
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July outputs and next steps
Cigre 2026
Researchers will attend the 2026 CIGRE Paris Session, held in Paris, France, from August 23 to 28. The event will feature discussions on the latest research and demonstration projects involving next-generation HVDC technologies, including grid-forming control, VSC-HVDC protection, multiterminal HVDC, offshore wind integration, and DC grid operation.
View details →UPCOMING · 2026-08-13Workforce Development Workshop
Experts from power and energy organizations will be invited to discuss the capabilities required in the industry, effective approaches to workforce development, and opportunities for collaboration among participating institutions.
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