Understanding how composite polymer insulators age and degrade under real-world conditions is critical for ensuring grid reliability. Our collaborative research with the University of Victoria explores the molecular-level mechanisms that govern silicone surface behaviour when exposed to electrical, chemical, and environmental stresses. The work examines everything from nanoscale surface changes to full-scale insulator testing, introducing innovative methods like μ-IPT™ and digital twin modeling. INMR’s comprehensive article details our findings on algae adhesion, tracking wheel testing, and the sequence of material degradation—providing new insights into predicting insulator service life.

Understanding how composite polymer insulators age and degrade under real-world conditions is critical for ensuring grid reliability. Our collaborative research with the University of Victoria explores the molecular-level mechanisms that govern silicone surface behaviour when exposed to electrical, chemical, and environmental stresses. The work examines everything from nanoscale surface changes to full-scale insulator testing, introducing innovative methods like μ-IPT™ and digital twin modeling. INMR’s comprehensive article details our findings on algae adhesion, tracking wheel testing, and the sequence of material degradation—providing new insights into predicting insulator service life.