A survey of communication technologies for smart grid connectivity

  • Fahad Khan
  • , Atiq Ur Rehman
  • , Muhammad Arif
  • , Muhammad Aftab
  • , Baber Khan Jadoon

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Abstract

The traditional electric power system is examining a transformation process to an intelligent, efficient, and cost-effective smart grid (SG) system. The SG has different subsystems for its accurate functionality. Among these subsystems, the communication subsystem plays a vital role for real-Time data sharing between devices and systems connected in SG domain. In this paper, a survey of smart communication subsystem is provided and several communication technologies that have strong potential for implementation in future SG applications by electric utility companies are discussed. The advantages and disadvantages of each communication technology in the SG domain are also presented. Finally, a hybrid communication model is suggested for reliable communication between smart meters and control system in the SG.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2016 International Conference on Computing, Electronic and Electrical Engineering, ICE Cube 2016 - Proceedings
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages256-261
Number of pages6
ISBN (Electronic)9781509012527
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 20 Jun 2016
Externally publishedYes
Event1st International Conference on Computing, Electronic and Electrical Engineering, ICE Cube 2016 - Quetta, Pakistan
Duration: 11 Apr 201612 Apr 2016

Publication series

Name2016 International Conference on Computing, Electronic and Electrical Engineering, ICE Cube 2016 - Proceedings

Conference

Conference1st International Conference on Computing, Electronic and Electrical Engineering, ICE Cube 2016
Country/TerritoryPakistan
CityQuetta
Period11/04/1612/04/16

Keywords

  • Fiber-optic communication
  • Hybrid communication infrastructure
  • NIST conceptual model
  • Power line communication
  • Smart grid
  • Wireless mesh networks
  • Zigbee

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