Data-driven analysis of distribution cable operating temperature profiles with LEONiQ intelligent cable technology

Abstract

This study presents the first-time application worldwide of the LEONiQ intelligent cable technology, which in this case includes sensor elements for direct temperature measurements inside a regular distribution grid cable, for electric distribution grid operation and monitoring. Key findings of the pilot project, running since early 2019 in a real operational setting in a suburban distribution grid area of EKZ, the Electric Utility of the Canton of Zurich, and the opportunities it gives rise to as part of a more data-driven, and thus more accurate, cost-efficient asset management in distribution grids, are presented here for the first time.