Divergent Engineering’s 2024 Recap
As we close the chapter on 2024, we reflect on an incredible journey marked by exciting projects, knowledge sharing, and team building. This past year stands as a testament to the dedication, collaboration, and resilience of our exceptional team. Let’s revisit the defining moments of 2024, grouped into three key themes that shaped our success […]
Getting to Know: Shannon, Our Aspiring Electrical Engineer
Currently completing her Master of Professional Electrical and Electronic Engineering at the University of Western Australia, Shannon also holds a Bachelor of Commerce, majoring in Engineering Science and Business Law. Outside of work, she is a Pilates Instructor, sharing her passion for health and wellness. Her experiences at Divergent Engineering have fueled her ambition to […]
Divergent Engineering’s 2023 Recap
As 2023 has now closed, it is time to look back at the incredible journey we have had over the past twelve months. 2023 was a year filled with innovation, knowledge sharing, and team building – a true testament to the dedication and hard work of our incredible team. Let’s take a moment to recap […]
Blueprint to Brilliance: Divergent Engineering’s Boat Harbour Electrical Infrastructure Upgrade
We are excited to share that Divergent Engineering was recently engaged to undertake the design of electrical infrastructure upgrade to a Boat Harbour. The primary objective of this project is to enhance reliability, safety, and cost efficiency by replacing the end-of-life cycle assets such as 33kV pole top isolators, reclosers, and ring main units. Divergent […]
VSD Series Part 1: Variable Speed Drive (VSD) – what is it?
This blog post is part of the Variable Speed Drives (VSDs) series, focusing on understanding VSDs. Until recently, VSDs were relatively expensive and using them requires special conditions and expertise. Today, their affordability and ease of use make them available in nearly every industry – in the mining, manufacturing, commercials, and even domestic sectors, to […]
Ground Potential Rise, Step and Touch Potential
What is Ground Potential Rise? In electrical engineering, a Ground Potential Rise (GPR) is a hazardous event when a large amount of electrical current enters the earth. Under normal circumstances, the earth’s potential is zero, but during a fault condition, any current flowing into the earth and disappearing into the ground elevates the earth and […]