Field-test based comparison of LTE and PLC communication technologies for smart grid applications

Fruh, Heiner; Rudion, Krzysztof; Haken, Alix von; Wasowicz, Bartholomäus; Gerber, Malte

doi:10.1049/oap-cired.2021.0063

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“…The most suitable technology would be an optical fiber, but building optical networks is not so simple, especially in city centers. PLC/BPL can show better performance in terms of network-latency, while LTE is proven to be less susceptible to short-term interruptions, resulting in a higher overall reliability [8].…”

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Cable Monitoring Using Broadband Power Line Communication

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Power line communication (PLC) is considered one of the possible communication technologies for applications in the field of smart metering, smart substations, smart homes, and recently for the management of renewable resources or micro grid control. This article deals with the use of PLC technology to determine the technical condition of the cable. This coefficient can help distribution system operators (DSO) to assess the condition of their cable routes. In this way, possible cable breakdowns and subsequent power outages can be prevented. The resulting methodology for calculating the coefficient is presented in two specific examples of routes, in which a significant benefit for DSO’s can be found.

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“…Besides the existing literature listed in Table 1, our cable diagnostics method uses network topological parameters, cable physical properties, and measured communication parameters of BPL networks. 3 Working, 4 Mathematical, 5 Laboratory tests, 6 Analysis, 7 Experiment, 8 Field tests.…”

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Cable Monitoring Using Broadband Power Line Communication

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“…Though this paper focusses on wireless communication, we want to point out that in order to deploy SG neighborhood area network (NAN), preference might be given to power line communication (PLC) over wireless communication for backhaul at smaller distances [10] or delay-tolerant applications [11]. A hybrid of PLC and wireless communication are also feasible [12].…”

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Propagation loss model for neighborhood area networks in smart grids

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Currently the power sector is striving for the efficient utilization of its generation capabilities in existing distributed energy networks. In future smart grids, applications like automated meter reading, direct load control with demand side management, and charging points for electric vehicles in multistory parking plazas will pose a strong communication challenge to the RF planners. One of the main objectives is to design a realistic link budget for outdoor-to-deep-indoor wireless communication scenarios while utilizing the existing grid infrastructure. This paper presents a realistic two-slope empirical path loss model to predict power requirements for the wireless link between smart meters in prosumer premises and remote utility/grid devices presumably available in near vicinity. The proposed model is based on measurements performed over three sub-gigahertz frequency bands (200 MHz, 434 MHz, and 868 MHz) and the 2.4 GHz band. It supports outside, inside and in-basement deployment of the smart meter communication unit.

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