Power line communication technologies for smart grid applications: A review of advances and challenges

Yiğit, Melike; Güngör, Vehbi Çağrı; Tuna, Gürkan; Rangoussi, Maria; Fadel, Etimad

doi:10.1016/j.comnet.2014.06.005

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“…This study designs a typical physical topology and a logical communication topology, which are shown in Figure 7a,b, respectively. In Figure 7a The node[0], node [2], and node [8] measurement results are presented in Table 2 to quantitatively demonstrate the importance of the stations. [2], and node [8]) with respect to the average throughputs and the average end-to-end delays to demonstrate the effects of asymmetry on network processes (Figures 9 and 10).…”

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“…We can reduce 1.5% at a maximum, increase the 0.87% on the average, and basically keep the minimum to the same level using the proposed approach instead of the Q-learning under the circumstances of uplink 93% success ratio and downlink 96% success ratio. [2], and node [8]) with respect to the average throughputs and the average end-to-end delays to demonstrate the effects of asymmetry on network processes (Figures 9 and 10). We focus on the maximum values, minimum value, and average value to the curve.…”

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Network Performance Optimization for Low-Voltage Power Line Communications

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Low-voltage power line communication (LVPLC) medium access control protocols significantly affect home area networks performance. This study addresses poor network performance issues caused by asymmetric channels and noise interference by proposing the following: (i) an improved Q learning method for optimizing the improved artificial LVPLC cobweb, wherein the learning-based hybrid time-division-multiple-access (TDMA)/carrier-sense-multiple-access (CSMA) protocol, the asymmetrical network system, is modeled as a discrete Markov decision process, associates the station information using online trial-and-error learning, builds a routing table, periodically studies stations to choose a better forward path, and optimizes the shortest backbone cluster tree between the central coordinator and the stations, guaranteeing network stability; and (ii) an improved adaptive p-persistent CSMA game optimization method is proposed to optimize the improved artificial cobweb saturation throughput and access delay performance. The current state of the game (e.g., the number of competitive stations) for each station is estimated by the hidden Markov model. The station changes its equilibrium strategy based on the estimated number of active stations, which reduces the collision probability of data packets, optimizes channel transmission status, and increases performance by dynamically adjusting the probability p. An optimal saturation performance is achieved by finitely repeating the game. We present numerical results to validate our proposed approach.

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“…The NB-PLC systems can provide data rates up to few thousand bps, while the BB-PLC systems have reached few hundred Mbps [8]. These higher data rates can enable high-speed data transmission, multiple voice connections and transfer of video signals as well.…”

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“…Duration of impulses is from a few microseconds to milliseconds with arbitrary inter-arrival times. The asynchronous impulsive noise has high power spectral density (greater than 50 dB), thus this class of noise causes most PLC system errors [8].…”

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Application of power line communication technology in street lighting control

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Rapidly increasing usage of telecommunication systems causes new transmission technologies and networks to emerge. Not only the efficiency, reliability and accessibility of the network are important, but also the economic issues. One cost-effective solution could be power line communication (PLC) technology, which transmits data using the existing electricity infrastructure. The application of this communication technique is an attractive and innovative solution for the realization of smart cities and smart homes. With intelligent control networks, energy savings can be optimized and the operating as well as maintenance costs can be reduced. Since outdoor lighting systems are the major consumers of electricity, to create a modern, energy-efficient city, intelligent street lighting control is needed. This paper provides an overview of power line communication principles including the theoretical background of data communication, modulation techniques, channel access methods, protocols, disturbances and noises. Furthermore, in order to highlight the benefits of a PLC-based street lighting control system, a pilot project will be presented. Keywords: intelligent lighting control, modulation techniques, Power line communication, smart city, smart grid.1 INTRODUCTION Power line communication (PLC) is a very attractive technology, which can be used for many applications, such as home automation systems, CCTV cameras, pollution sensors, noise detectors, traffic density sensors, advertising backlit panels, solar applications, energy measurements, street lighting control or vehicle communication networks [1].Energy usage of street lighting accounts for a significant portion of the total energy consumption of a city [2]. In order to reduce energy consumption, CO2 emission, light pollution, to improve public safety and enhance public service quality, implementation of an intelligent light control system is essential [1]. PLC is a natural choice for supporting intelligent lighting control systems in order to ensure the optimal illumination level under any operational circumstances and to reduce operational costs.A PLC network can also be the backbone communication infrastructure for a smart grid, which enables reliable, real-time measurements, monitoring and control [3]. The implementation of this management solution is cost-effective, since the communication is done over the existing power lines and therefore no additional infrastructure is needed. Due to this fact, PLC technology can compete with wireless technology and can be a communication medium in a future smart grid [4].There are three basic network elements for the realization of a PLC system: base station, modem and repeater. PLC technology provides a link between the subscribers and their immediate service provider. The application of PLC in the power supply grid can be considered as a communication solution for the access network. To connect the access network to a wide area network (WAN), a PLC base station is used. To make communication possible over po...

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Communication Solutions for Distribution Systems

Kim

2016

Smart Grid Handbook

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Various communication systems have been used in distribution systems according to their purpose and are being developed for new applications. There are many applications in distribution area and we will be able to see more in the near future. Because distribution systems have tons of components and the components are scattered, the systems are more complicated than transmission systems and its prestage systems. There is no perfect solution for communication in distribution systems, but the optimized solution may be suggested by reviewing communication requirements. Possible communication solutions will be introduced and suggested according to applications in distribution area in the standpoint of the utility.

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Power line communication technologies for smart grid applications: A review of advances and challenges

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Network Performance Optimization for Low-Voltage Power Line Communications

Network Performance Optimization for Low-Voltage Power Line Communications

Application of power line communication technology in street lighting control

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