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Software Licensing Opportunity: GLASS Software for Real-Time Optimization of Power Transmission Capacity

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GLASS is a software platform developed by Idaho National Laboratory that enables electric utilities to dynamically optimize the real-time transmission capacity of overhead power lines without requiring extensive hardware upgrades. By integrating minimal weather and current data with advanced computational fluid dynamics modeling, GLASS calculates accurate thermal states of transmission lines and delivers real-time and forecasted ampacity values, safely exceeding traditional static ratings by up to 40%. The system’s ability to extrapolate conditions across unmonitored line segments reduces reliance on costly sensor networks, offering a cost-effective, software-only solution that integrates seamlessly with existing utility enterprise systems through standardized output formats. Validated against IEEE and CIGRE standards since 2014, GLASS supports steady-state and transient thermal analysis and is uniquely positioned to enhance grid flexibility, reduce congestion, and facilitate the integration of renewable energy sources, particularly wind, by leveraging natural cooling effects on conductors. This licensing opportunity, posted under solicitation number CW-19-22 by the Department of Energy through Battelle Energy Alliance, invites qualified entities to obtain rights to deploy and commercialize the GLASS software. The opportunity is open for responses until July 30, 2026, with primary contact information provided through Javier Martinez at Idaho Falls, Idaho. The solution is designed for broader adoption by utilities, grid operators, and software vendors seeking to incorporate dynamic line rating capabilities into their platforms without infrastructure overhauls. With proven reliability and compatibility with any utility-grade data historian, GLASS represents a scalable, interoperable tool to modernize aging transmission networks, improve operational efficiency, and maximize asset utilization under variable environmental conditions.

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GLASS software increases power line capacity by 40% using real-time data, reducing hardware costs.

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Department Of Energy → Battelle Energy Alliance–doe CntrView Agency

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221118 - Other Electric Power GenerationView NAICS

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Idaho Falls, ID, 83401, USA

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AgencyDepartment Of Energy → Battelle Energy Alliance–doe Cntr
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OfficeIdaho Falls, ID, 83415, USA
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GLASS Software for Real-Time Optimization of Power Transmission Capacity


Dynamic line rating software that enables utilities to safely increase transmission capacity without costly hardware expansion.


Technology Summary


The General Line Ampacity State Solver (GLASS), developed by Idaho National Laboratory (INL), is a high-performance software platform designed to calculate the real-time current-carrying capacity of overhead power transmission lines. By integrating weather data, line current data, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) modeling, GLASS provides utilities with accurate, actionable insight into the thermal state of their transmission network.


Unlike hardware-heavy solutions requiring dense networks of weather stations or specialized sensors, GLASS leverages a minimal number of data inputs and extrapolates across unmonitored spans using CFD-enhanced mapping. The system outputs results in a simple, interoperable format compatible with virtually any utility enterprise system.


Since 2014, GLASS has evolved to compute steady-state ampacity, transient temperature, transient ampacity, and INL’s proprietary True Dynamic Line Rating, validated against industry standards (IEEE, CIGRE).


Problem Addressed


  • Transmission bottlenecks: Utilities face congestion and efficiency losses due to static line ratings that underestimate real capacity.

  • High costs of monitoring: Installing weather stations or hardware sensors along every line span is prohibitively expensive.

  • Integration challenges: Many dynamic line rating (DLR) solutions require proprietary hardware or external portals, complicating adoption.


Solution


GLASS provides a software-only, plug-and-play solution that:


  • Uses limited real-world weather and current data inputs.

  • Applies precomputed CFD models to extend accuracy across unmonitored spans.

  • Calculates real-time and forecasted ampacity values to maximize grid utilization.

  • Outputs standardized text files easily integrated with existing utility systems.


Key Advantages


  • Higher capacity utilization: Can enable line ratings up to 40% above conservative static limits.

  • Lower infrastructure costs: Reduces need for dense weather station deployment.

  • Seamless integration: Simple, agnostic input/output formats support adoption without system overhauls.

  • Proven reliability: Validated through years of testing and alignment with IEEE and CIGRE standards.

  • Flexible deployment: Works with any utility-grade data historian or enterprise system.


Market Applications


  • Electric utilities: Enhance grid flexibility, reduce congestion losses, and safely integrate renewable energy.

  • Grid operators: Improve real-time situational awareness and operational decision-making.

  • Software vendors: Incorporate GLASS as a dynamic line rating module within existing platforms (e.g., OSIsoft PI).

  • Renewable integration: Support greater use of wind energy by capturing wind cooling effects on lines.

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Technology Licensing Opportunity: Controlled SPAN Electrode Synthesis for and High-Performance Energy StorageResearchers at Idaho National Laboratory have developed a scalable, high-performance synthesis method for sulfurized-polyacrylonitrile (SPAN) electrode materials, designed to overcome manufacturing and performance limitations in lithium-sulfur and sodium-sulfur batteries. The innovation centers on a custom high-pressure reactor capable of operating at up to 3000 PSI and 450°C, which eliminates headspace, captures hazardous gases, and integrates real-time spectroscopic monitoring to ensure precise, repeatable batch production of SPAN cathodes up to 250 grams—demonstrating viability for pilot-scale manufacturing. Complementing this process is the integration of transition metal sulfides into the SPAN matrix, enhancing electrical conductivity, stabilizing sulfur utilization, suppressing polysulfide shuttling, and increasing the nominal discharge voltage beyond 1.85 V. These advancements collectively improve cycle life, energy density, and operational safety while minimizing batch-to-batch variability. The technology is targeted for commercialization in grid energy storage, electric vehicles, aerospace and defense systems, and specialty electronics where lightweight, high-capacity, and durable power sources are critical. Licensing is available through Battelle Energy Alliance–DOE Center, with no procurement or hiring activities; the focus is solely on partnering with industry entities ready to bring this technology to market.
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Available for Licensing: Machine Learning-Enhanced Spectroscopy Technology for High-Resolution Radiation Detection Using Low-Cost DetectorsThis technology enables high-resolution gamma- and x-ray spectroscopy using low-cost, room-temperature detectors like sodium iodide scintillators by applying a compact convolutional neural network to reconstruct spectra traditionally only achievable with expensive, cryogenically cooled high-purity germanium detectors. The machine learning model, consisting of four convolution-max pooling layers and dense layers with approximately 1.6 million parameters and a total size of 6.2 MB, processes low-resolution input data to produce spectral outputs with resolution comparable to HPGe systems, while eliminating the need for liquid nitrogen cooling, reducing system size, and lowering overall cost by at least tenfold. The approach is detector-agnostic and compatible with a range of scintillators including CsI and plastic, making it adaptable for gamma rays, x-rays, neutrons, and charged particles without compromising count-rate performance or peak integrity. The solution significantly enhances deployability in mobile, field, space-based, and confined environments where traditional high-resolution systems are impractical due to weight, power, or thermal constraints. It supports higher throughput with minimal dead time and peak deformation, making it ideal for applications requiring real-time isotope identification without complex infrastructure. Target markets include nuclear safeguards, homeland security for special nuclear material detection, space radiation monitoring, industrial quality control, medical diagnostics, and environmental monitoring. The technology is available for licensing through the Department of Energy’s Idaho National Laboratory, with a response deadline of August 1, 2026, and no implied obligation for government procurement. Primary contact for inquiries is Javier Martinez at INL, located in Idaho Falls, Idaho.
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Available for Licensing - Electrochemical Rare Earth Recovery from Coal Fly Ash: Turn Waste Stockpiles into Critical Materials RevenueIdaho National Laboratory has developed a patent-pending electrochemical technology that selectively recovers rare earth elements from coal fly ash using electricity instead of traditional chemical reagents. The system employs functionalized mesoporous carbon electrodes to achieve an electrochemical separation with a separation factor of approximately 7, significantly outperforming conventional solvent extraction methods that often have separation factors below 10 and require 50 to 200 cycles to achieve purity. This innovation reduces processing time from days or weeks to just hours, eliminates hazardous waste generation, and operates with minimal environmental impact through a compact, modular design that uses reusable electrodes and no chemical solvents. With a demonstrated 60% recovery efficiency and lower operating costs, the technology transforms coal fly ash—158 million tons produced annually in the U.S. and 1.5 billion tons stockpiled—into a domestic source of critical materials containing 74,000 to 106,000 metric tons of rare earth elements. The technology is designed for commercial application across multiple sectors, including coal power plants seeking to convert waste into revenue, rare earth recovery firms aiming to replace chemically intensive processes, environmental remediation companies targeting mining tailings or contaminated soils, and supply chain stakeholders focused on domestic secure sourcing for defense and electronics industries. Its scalability and adaptability extend beyond fly ash to any complex mixed-ion separation challenge. Currently at the laboratory validation stage, the next step is a pilot-scale demonstration with an industrial partner. Idaho National Laboratory is seeking licensees to commercialize the technology under a licensing agreement and is not procuring services as part of this collaboration. The opportunity is open for responses until August 1, 2026, with primary contact information provided for inquiries.

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Small Business Providers Software PublishingBattelle Energy Alliance, LLC, as the Management & Operating Contractor for the U.S. Department of Energy’s Idaho National Laboratory, is seeking qualified small businesses certified under NAICS 513210 (Software Publishers) through an Expression of Interest to support the laboratory’s software acquisition needs. The requirement focuses on securing commercially available software products, including licensing, renewals, maintenance, updates, and technical support, all of which must align with INL’s operational demands and stringent cybersecurity standards. Respondents must demonstrate the ability to provide COTS software solutions, ensure timely delivery and deployment, offer comprehensive technical assistance for configuration and troubleshooting, and maintain full compliance with federal procurement rules and INL-specific security protocols. Authorization documentation for major software products and proof of active SAM.gov registration with verified NAICS 513210 certification are mandatory, and all submissions must clearly identify proprietary or sensitive business information. This solicitation, designated as INL-26-043 and posted on June 4, 2026, is a sources-sought notice aimed at identifying potential vendors for a future Request for Proposal, with no pricing, contract value, or formal award terms established at this stage. Interested parties are required to submit a detailed response including company information, a description of offered products and services, relevant experience, business size classification, technical support capabilities, fulfillment timelines, and evidence of software publisher authorization where applicable. All responses must be emailed to Chase.Egbert@inl.gov no later than August 4, 2026, and performance for any subsequent contract would be based in Idaho Falls, Idaho. Only selected respondents who meet the qualification criteria will be invited to participate in the next phase of the procurement process, and full contractual obligations, including evaluation factors and compliance requirements, will be defined upon issuance of the formal RFP.
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