Abstract
Communication network is an integral part of an intelligent based fully automated smart grid system. It plays an important role in the framework of the transition towards distribution side of the smart grid system. Power theft, Fault detection, Overloading etc. are some of the important issues on the power distribution networks. To address these issues, a novel Arduino based prototype model “Smart Electricity System” has been proposed in this paper. It includes global system for mobile communication (GSM) for its effective implementation on the distribution network. Moreover another novel feature, Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) is added to the proposed model. This is the key technology deployed on the distribution side of the smart grid system. The Uniqueness of the proposed model lies in the detection of power theft, where the information is sent to MSEB directly via interactive model of GSM 800 and APR voice kit, in the fault detection and its isolation by proper coordination between relay and Aurdino and in the overloading warning. Doing so, not only electricity is conserved but also the safety of living beings and protection of electrical appliances can be achieved effectively. Modern controllers with effective sensors are used to achieve all these issues for greater accuracy.
Highlights
Today’s electric power distribution network is complex and stressed to meet the needs of 21st century
It integrates the different areas as Distributed Generation (DG), Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI), Distribution Automation (DA), Substation Automation (SA), Flexible Alternating Current Devices (FACTS) and Demand Response (DR)
The most common and dangerous fault that occurs in a power system is the short circuit or shunt fault
Summary
Today’s electric power distribution network is complex and stressed to meet the needs of 21st century. To exhibit the envisioned features of power grid into reality, smart grid integrates modern sensing technologies, control methodologies and advanced communications. These technologies improve the efficiency, reliability, economics and sustainability of the generation, transmission and distribution of electricity [1,2]. The Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) has been recognized as a key communication mechanism in the modern power distribution network [6,7,8]. The proposed model consists of digital energy meter, an Arduino (micro-controller), GSM module, APR33A3 eight channel voice kit and current sensors Altogether this smart electricity model tries to improve efficiency, reliability and security of the modern power distribution system. It requires a SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card to activate communication with the network
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