5G Challenges in Smart Grid Electrical Distribution Networks

5G Challenges in Smart Grid Electrical Distribution Networks

The world and Europe are currently experiencing a context of climate emergency, energy scarcity and electrification of energy consumption. In this environment, electricity distribution networks face a challenge of continuous improvement with a focus on more efficient management of energy demand, generation, and distribution through increasingly complex power grids. The idea of the “Smart Grid”...

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PRIME v1.4 is ready to improve Smart Grids

PRIME v1.4 is ready to improve Smart Grids

PRIME (PoweRline Intelligent Metering Evolution) is a PLC (Power line communication) technology based on the ITU G.9904 specification. It uses OFDM (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing) technology to provide an efficient physical connectivity to elements that make up a smart grid, employing medium and low voltage power distribution networks that already exist. PRIME technology has been...

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Smart Grid: The role of communications in the evolution of power grids

Smart Grid: The role of communications in the evolution of power grids

Smart Power Grids consist of the integration of power grid elements in advanced information systems to benefit power suppliers, distributors and consumers. These grids combine generation and distribution resources with demand through wide use of state-of-the art information and communication technologies. Communications play a crucial role in the deployment of smart grids, requiring them to  be...

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