Ian Cotton
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About
Ian Cotton is a leading researcher in high-voltage engineering, with a primary focus on electric field measurement and condition monitoring for power systems. His major contributions center on the development and application of electro-optical (EO) probes for non-invasive electric field mapping, a technique that enables precise, autonomous diagnostics in high-voltage environments. In his 2024 work, Cotton demonstrated the use of EO probes combined with a robotic arm and automated data acquisition to map fields in known geometries like plane-plane and sphere-sphere configurations, achieving 3 citations for this foundational method. His 2025 paper, with 2 citations, advanced this technology to practical utility by using electric field mapping to detect and locate shorted units in cap and pin insulator strings—critical components of transmission towers. By validating his measurements with finite element analysis (FEA) models, Cotton has provided a reliable, real-time condition monitoring tool that enhances grid reliability and safety. His work bridges experimental innovation and industrial application, offering students and researchers a compelling model of how precise metrology can solve real-world power system challenges.
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