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Overview
ETAP 2026 is a power system analysis and operations platform centered on an AI‑augmented, physics‑based digital twin of electrical networks. The release combines expanded device libraries, cloud-enabled architecture, enhanced cybersecurity and new tools for planning, protection, dynamics and renewables integration.

Key innovations (summary)

• 50+ new features and enhancements
• 23,000+ library models
• 17,500+ protective device models
• 5,000+ PV array models
• 900+ new cable types and sizes
• 30+ cybersecurity improvements

Nine pillars of innovation

• User Experience — 3D network visualization, Network Manager for matrix-style bulk edits, and revision-aware interfaces for faster model review.
• AI & Intelligence — AI‑powered modeling and analysis, Electric AI Copilot for natural language commands and AI AutoComplete for one-line design.
• Cloud & Cybersecurity — Re-architected license management, cloud applications and enterprise-grade cybersecurity aligned with ISO 27001 practices.
• Safety & Protection — Advanced arc flash modeling including transient DC arc flash, improved protection coordination and ArcFault™ support.
• Dynamics & Transients — Realistic inverter-based models, MotorPro™ motor parameter estimation, frequency response estimation and unbalanced transient stability.
• Renewables & Grid Compliance — Feeder hosting capacity, Volt‑VAR optimization with CO2-aware metrics, interconnection studies and transmission thermal limit checks.
• Asset Management & Maintenance — Integrated maintenance interval tracking, eAPM™ asset access and web-based system management.
• Data Exchange & Interoperability — DataX™ and etapPY™ enhancements, expanded Revit/AutoCAD/CIM/ESRI support and improved Excel data exchange.
• Automation & Operations — Live digital twin for real-time visualization, switching optimization, operational risk visibility and automated restoration sequences.

Selected feature highlights

• 3D Network Visualization — immersive interaction with model data and simulation results.
• Network Manager — matrix-style bulk edits and faster troubleshooting workflows.
• Electric AI Copilot & AI AutoComplete — search, analyze and modify project data using natural language and contextual suggestions.
• Secure Local Intelligence — on‑premise AI guidance that preserves engineering data confidentiality.
• Transient DC Arc Flash — physics-based transient modeling for improved incident energy calculations (e.g., data centers, BESS).
• MotorPro™ — automated motor parameter estimation from manufacturer data.
• Load Flow Analyzer — comprehensive analyses for BESS and renewable-dense networks.
• Feeder Hosting Capacity & Volt‑VAR CO2 — multi-constraint renewable integration with emissions-aware optimization.
• DataX™ / etapPY™ — API and scripting automation to generate one-line diagrams and automate studies.
• License Access & Automated Key Exchange — simplified secure licensing for enterprise deployments.

Notes
This release includes major library expansions, new device models and multiple UI, cloud, cybersecurity and simulation improvements. The summary reflects technical capabilities in ETAP 2026; no contact or commercial links are included.

Technical specifications (summary)

• Product: ETAP 2026 (software)
• Brand: ETAP
• Core modules: Electric AI Copilot, AI AutoComplete, Network Manager, DataX™, etapPY™, MotorPro™, eAPM™, ArcFault™, BESS & Dynamics modules
• Libraries: >23,000 models; >17,500 protective devices; >5,000 PV models; >900 cable types/sizes
• Standards referenced: NFPA 70E 2027, CSA Z462 2024, EN 50110-1 2024, relevant IEEE/FERC limits
• Security: enterprise-grade cybersecurity improvements and centralized license management
• Interoperability: Revit 2025/2026, AutoCAD 2025/2026, CIM17-GIS, ESRI, SKM V11, Excel data exchange