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Universities around the globe are turning to hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) technology to drive research and accelerate learning, and it’s no coincidence that nearly half of the world’s universities with electrical engineering departments use our real-time simulation systems. Our platforms are a proven asset in academia research, offering universities the tools to advance both teaching and electrical engineering research and development. With over two decades of HIL expertise and a reputation for durable, cost-effective platforms, we’re the go-to partner for professors, researchers, and students pushing the boundaries of innovation with real time simulation software that supports cutting-edge experimentation.
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ADVANTAGES
Real-time simulators such as the ones manufactured by OPAL-RT are widely used and recognized in the industry as a standard method of validation of engineering concepts. Experiments made with real-time simulators are also increasingly considered high-quality scientific work and are commonly published in conferences and transactions of well-known organizations such as IEEE or CIGRE. Use our products for your research, publish a variety of technical papers, and attract a higher number of students to your university.
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Our mission to make real-time simulation accessible to every engineer extends to universities. We offer affordable solutions designed for research and education—accessible to students and adaptable across multiple projects.
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At OPAL-RT, our experts collaborate with universities worldwide to study, test, and validate new technologies. We actively invest in joint research projects, contributing to co-authored papers that are published and featured in our online Resource Center.
Universities have access to various government funding programs—and we’re here to help you navigate them. When you partner with OPAL-RT, we provide personalized support throughout the application process, helping you identify the right opportunities and craft strong proposals tailored to your research goals.
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APPLICATIONS
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We deliver open, real-time simulation platforms that meet and exceed the evolving cybersecurity demands of today’s power systems professionals.
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As microgrids grow more complex, real-time digital simulation provides a safe, accurate way to test multiple scenarios under near-real conditions—before deployment in the field.
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MMC technology offers key advantages but also challenges—our platform supports development and testing across the full MMC lifecycle.
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Power system controls—from HVDC to WAMPAC—are rigorously tested using HIL, SIL, & RCP. We deliver comprehensive solutions for even the most advanced and demanding control systems.
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HIL testing allows engineers to test real protection equipment across diverse disturbance scenarios, capturing critical interactions with the simulated power system.
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With PMUs and synchrophasors advancing, real-time simulation is key to driving innovation in modern power systems.
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With the rise of MEA, AES, and electric high-speed rail, onboard power systems demand extensive testing—we deliver advanced solutions to meet these evolving needs.
COURSEWARE
Our solutions are also trusted by professors for teaching. We provide universities with advanced, customizable, and affordable tools, including software, hardware, and ready-to-use courseware. These offerings not only enhance classroom instruction but also serve as a strong foundation for real-time simulation and hands-on electrical engineering research projects.
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FAQ
Our real-time simulation software empowers academic research by providing universities and research institutions with highly accurate, flexible platforms to model and validate complex systems. With scalable hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) technology, we enable researchers to conduct high-fidelity experiments in electrical engineering research and beyond.
Electrical engineering research and development teams trust our real-time simulation systems for their unmatched precision, openness, and adaptability. Whether advancing renewable energy technologies, smart grids, or new control strategies, our tools provide a durable and cost-effective foundation for cutting-edge R&D projects.
We offer real-time simulation platforms specifically designed to meet the demanding needs of academic research. Our systems are easy to integrate into existing labs, support a wide variety of electrical engineering applications, and include customizable options for advanced experimentation, accelerating innovation in both teaching and research environments.
We provide professors with a full suite of real-time simulation software, customizable hardware, and ready-to-use courseware. Our goal is to make it easy to teach complex concepts in electrical engineering research, allowing students to engage with real-world scenarios and cutting-edge technology during their studies.
With over two decades of leadership in real-time simulation and hardware-in-the-loop testing, we have become the preferred partner for universities worldwide. Our reliable, scalable platforms and expert support empower researchers and students to drive innovation across all areas of electrical engineering research and academic research initiatives.
Whether you need more details or have a specific question, our experts are here to help. Contact us today for personalized support.
EXata CPS has been specifically designed for real-time performance to allow studies of cyberattacks on power systems through the Communication Network layer of any size and connecting to any number of equipment for HIL and PHIL simulations. This is a discrete event simulation toolkit that considers all the inherent physics-based properties that will affect how the network (either wired or wireless) behaves.