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Step into the future of grid innovation at ComEd’s TSS114 Northwest Substation, home to the only in-service, active superconductor in the United States. This facility showcases ComEd’s pioneering collaboration with American Superconductor (AMSC) to pilot a High Temperature Superconductor (HTS) system designed to enhance grid reliability and resiliency.

Technology Spotlight: High Temperature Superconductivity

Superconducting Bus Tie: Operating at 12kV and 3000 amps, the HTS system functions as a bus tie between two terminals, enabling an N-2 contingency configuration that significantly boosts system redundancy. Liquid Nitrogen Cooling: The system uses liquid nitrogen to maintain superconductivity, allowing for high-capacity power transfer with minimal energy loss. Strategic Location: The Northwest Substation was selected for its similarity to the Chicago Business District environment, making it an ideal testbed for urban grid applications.

Tour Schedule

• 12:15 PM – Meet and depart from Marriott Marquis Chicago
• 1:00 PM – Arrive at High Temperature Superconductor Facility
• 1:00 – 1:30 PM – Presentation
• 1:30 – 2:30 PM – Facility Tour
• 2:30 – 3:00 PM – Depart and return to Marriott Marquis Chicago