This technology implies an important technology leap for the industry, due to the transmission of a huge amount of data, in many cases in real time, is required. Wireless sensor network based smart grid communications. The smart grid is a big topic these days, but before there was a smart grid newspaper headline, the utilities have been experimenting with tcpip in the backend networks for a while now. Grid net, a network software company in san francisco, meanwhile. Pdf performance analysis of smart grid communication. Marbl, effective communication strategies for noise limited power line channels, ieee trans. The open smart grid protocol is a family of specifications published by the european telecommunications standards institute used in conjunction with the isoiec 14908 control networking standard for smart grid applications.
However, smart grids bring a new level of interconnection, where devices can be connected to large networks, wireless networks and even the. The nan is the path between the concentrator and the meter. Zigbee and wifi to build smart grid protocol networking software. Rfc 6272 internet protocols for the smart grid june 2011 2. Styles and the design of networkbased software architectures, 2000. Protocol adapter components translate a message from domain adapter components into a protocol message for a smart device. Pdf smart grid communication protocols international. Communication network architecture in the smart grid in this section, we present the fundamental architecture of communication networks in the smart grid, which is followed by widelyadopted communication protocols for power grids. The smart grid is a big topic these days, but before there was a smart grid newspaper headline, the utilities have been. This may include relevant advances in communications and protocol design, new insights into network design and operation for the smart grid, as well as new smart grid applications that can be developed upon adequate communications infrastructure.
Senior smart grid engineer company and role overview smarter grid solutions is a pioneering technology company that spearheaded the introduction of active network management in the uk, and is now a worldleading provider of derms software to electrical utilities across the uk, europe and north america. International journal of advanced smart sensor network systems ijassn, vol 8, no. Feel free to add your own protocol or improve an existing protocol adapter. Oct 21, 2010 many smart metering proposals threaten users privacy by disclosing finegrained consumption data to utilities. This paper addresses network architecture and design principles for an integrated smart grid communication network. This is a list of communication protocols used for the automation of processes industrial or otherwise, such as for building automation, powersystem automation, automatic meter reading, and vehicular automation. Present power grids are getting replaced by smart grids, mainly for improving performance of existing power grid. This paper presents simulation results of the dnp3 communication protocol over a tcpip network, for smart grid applications.
Our prime objective in fy 20 and beyond is to develop ttethernet for synchrophasor communications. By connecting the appropriate usnap interface in to a device, that device can connect to any han. Smart grids utilize communication technology and information to optimally. Rfc 6272 internet protocols for the smart grid ietf tools. In this paper, we present protocols that can be used to privately compute aggregate meter measurements, allowing for fraud and leakage detection as well as further statistical processing of meter measurements, without. Network coding protocols for smart grid communications. Software defined networks based smart grid communication. Finally, we also discuss the coordinated standardization efforts in europe to harmonize communications standards and protocols. The wan can be implemented over fiber or wireless media using ethernet or cellular protocols, respectively. The book describes an approach to ensure the security of industrial networks by taking into account the unique network, protocol. As shown in the table, applications with short range communication such as smart buildings, and smart water networks can use protocols from the personal area network pan class such as ieee 802. Fundamental architecture electric power systems are very complex physical networks.
Communication network architecture and design principles for. Smart grids, the next generation of electric grids, require the deployment of sophisticated monitoring and control systems to enhance their operational efficiency. Rather than replacing the existing energy network, smart grids build on the existing power grid communication protocols which already have a number of known vulnerabilities as well as. The open smart grid protocol osgp is a family of specifications published by the european telecommunications standards institute etsi used in conjunction with the isoiec 14908 control networking standard for smart grid applications. We have designed protocols that allow for precise billing of consumption while not revealing any consumption information to third parties. Usnap is an acronym for universal smart network access port, which allows any han to connect to smart meters and other devices in the home. Communication network dependencies in smart grids enisa. Smart grid system repor t 2018 page 2 message from the assistant secretary i am pleased to present the 201 8 smart grid system report, which is intended to provide a status of smart grid deployments nationwide, resulting benefits, and the challenges yet remaining as we move forward with the modernization of the electric grid. Nextgeneration communications protocols for advanced smart. Wireless sensor networks wsns have been considered as a promising communication technology for the monitoring and control of smart grid operation. Reliability and low latency are the major criteria in ami networks. Network protocols digital communication electronics textbook. It empowers users to setup their own costeffective home automation network without the need for installing multiple apps on their mobile device for a wide range of electronic products. On the applicability of the gridnet protocol to smar t grid environments rafal skowronski department of computer science poznan university of technology, poland rafal.
Nov, 2009 still, as venturebeat reports, smart grid companies are not in consensus. Performance evaluation of wireless mesh network routing protocols for smart grid ami networks yakubu tsado and kelum gamage department of engineering lancaster university lancaster, uk y. Securing critical infrastructure networks for smart grid, scada, and other industrial control systems covers implementation guidelines for security measures of critical infrastructure. The smart energy protocol was designed to operate over the lowpower zigbee wireless network connected to a smart meter and devices in the. The department of energys office of electricity oe recognizes that our nations sustained economic prosperity, quality of life, and global competitiveness depends on an abundance of secure, reliable, and affordable energy resources. Generally, smart grid is a data communications network integrated with the electrical grid that collects and analyzes data captured in nearrealtime about power transmission, distribution, and consumption. Cellular or wimax is most commonly used between the grid operator and the concentrator. The smart grid can be defined as an electric system that uses information.
Traditionally, grid devices and assets were usually isolated, or interconnected through private local networks. Section ii emerging communication networks for smart cities 171. Wirelesssensornetwork protocolsforsmartgrids lorenzobracciale lorenzo. While they hardly resembled the steel and glass that make up a modern city skyline, these early structures had the same purpose to provide a comfortable space for the people inside. By linking smart appliances and other smart devices, a han can help decide when and how to utilize electric power. The advanced metering infrastructure ami is one of the smart grid sg applications that used to upgrade the current power system by proposing a twoway communication system to connect the smart meter devices at homes with the electric control company.
The widespread deployment of smart meters for electricity gas and water consumption to modernise the electricity systems, has been associated with privacy concerns. Osgp is optimized to provide reliable and efficient delivery of command and control information for smart meters, direct load control modules, solar panels, gateways, and other smart grid devices. Based on these data, smart grid technology then provides predictive information and recommendations to. The design and deployment of an efficient routing protocol solution for ami systems are considered to be a critical challenge due to the. In order to view the protocols installed for a particular adapter, perform the following. Dnp3 is a set of communications protocols used to achieve open, standardsbased interoperability between substation computers, rtus, ieds intelligent electronic devices and master stations except intermaster station communications for the electric utility industry. Home automation protocols, networks and the smart grid. On distributed energy routing protocols in the smart grid. Smart grid, utilities, and internet protocols youtube. The management of networking in smart grid is a key part to ensure the whole network work properly. The use of multiprotocol gateways interconnecting proprietary protocols is a. January 2014 this paper is intended to provide a synthetic and holistic view of openstandardsbased internet protocol version 6 ipv6 architecture for smart grid lastmile infrastructures in support of a number of advanced smart grid. We also have developped protocols that allow for privacyfriendly realtime aggregation of smartmeter readings.
Nextgeneration communications protocols for advanced smart grid applications figure 22. Software engineering, artificial intelligence, networking and. Pdf software defined networks based smart grid communication. This project will focus on identifying opportunities to tailor communication protocols that have been designed for network traffic control to provide quality of service qos to smart grid applications and to manage power flows and energy services in the smart grid between traditional and renewable generation sources and between utility, third. Communication network interdependencies in smart grids. The internet protocol suite before enumerating the list of internet protocols relevant to smart grid, we discuss the layered architecture of the ips, the functions of the various layers, and their associated protocols. Home automation networks han provide home owners an improved interaction with a smart grid, providing the ability to monitor energy usage and control the cost of energy. Nowadays, it is the norm for software and firmware to receive periodic updates. Communication network interdependencies in smart grids annexes methodology for the identification of critical communication networks links and components 05 annex a communication protocols used in smart grids smart grid domain communication media and low level protocols last mile networks fan, nan, ami. Rfc 6272 internet protocols for the smart grid june 2011. The newly smart fault sensor then continues to help electric utilities improve reliability while reducing operating and maintenance costs. The network and sharing center in windows vista provides a central place to manage networking hardware, protocols, and resource sharing.
Advanced metering infrastructure ami network is a part of smart grid communication, organized of smart meters and concentrators. Index terms smart grid, smart metering, demand response. A survey of routing protocols for smart grid communications. A standardized and flexible ipv6 architecture for field. Performance evaluation of wireless mesh network routing. The wan is the communications path between the grid operator and the concentrator. The protocol was openly documented and over time used for industrial automation applications. Smart grid communication protocols impact on smart grid. The interaction between the communications network and the control and operation of the physical. Cisco and smartmeter maker team on communications system based on ip to connect everything from peoples homes to power distribution equipment on the grid. At the same time, the selected technology must have enough bandwidth to handle all data traffic being sent in both directions over the grid network.
To optimize security between the layers a security layer is installed. Software defined networksbased smart grid communication. Networking architectures and protocols for smart city. Securing critical infrastructure networks for smart grid, scada, and other industrial control systems. The open smart grid platform architecture the open smart grid platform acts as a translating layer between applications and hardware. Wireless protocols vie for smart grid the new york times. Privacyfriendly aggregation for the smartgrid microsoft. Software defined networks based smart grid communication arxiv. Network protocols an overview sciencedirect topics.
Smart grid initiatives seek to improve operations, maintenance and planning by making sure that all components of the electric grid can seamlessly exchange data. Communications and networking 2018 ieee smartgridcomm. Integration of electrical, electronics and computer science have led this technology more popular. Communications in the smart grid can be broken into three segments. The gateway allows the sensor to connect via bluetooth lowenergy ble and then transport data over the grid s cellular network. Should utilities adopt only standards or continue to work with some proprietary protocols. The open smart grid platform has four different layers. Latency tolerance, throughput utilization, and security needs vary from application to. Therefore, the current sg systems are not protocol independent, thus leading to interoperability issue. Smart choices for the smart grid technology white paper 3 ipbased networks must also continue to support legacy systems and applications by providing the necessary gateways and protocol conversions even as new, ipbased applications are deployed by tdsos. The simulation was performed using the ns2 network simulator.
Ttethernet is a deterministic, synchronized, and congestionfree network protocol, which is based on the ieee 802. Pdf we propose a robust network coding protocol for enhancing the. Smart grid sensor data collection, communication, and. On the applicability of the gridnet protocol to smart grid. The permissions of grid connect approximate location network based. The smart grid shall integrate the distributed energy resources and intelligently transmit energy to. Each layer has its own function and is adjustable to specific needs. The first buildings ever constructed were primitive shelters made from stones, sticks, animal skins and other natural materials. The internet of things iot has some unique features compared to other types of networks, most notably it is a constrained network. This means that it is lacking in bandwidth to support higher data rates and the requisite overhead burdens that.
The current power grid is no longer a feasible solution due to everincreasing user demand of electricity, old infrastructure, and reliability issues and thus require transformation to a better grid also known as, smart grid sg. Rfmesh networks are supported at l1 and l2 by the ieee 802. There are different protocols in home automation today, such as insteon, zigbee, zwave, or homeplug. Grid connect for pc windows 7, 8, 10 mac free download. The target audience is those people seeking guidance on how to construct an appropriate internet protocol suite profile for the smart grid.
Smart grid communication protocols impact on smart grid applications energy management and market operation systems users group conference albany, ny september 9. It is designed to fulfill the requirements of reliable, realtime data delivery in advanced integrated systems. How to chose the sgc lower layers protocols physical to transport. Grid net, a network software company in san francisco, meanwhile, is integrating with wimax. Concentrator is the gateway for a network of meters sending information in a multihop manner. Protocol adapter components translate a message from domain adapter components into a protocol message for a smart. Manufacturers, vendors and asset owners should implement security measures on all devices and protocols that are part, or make use of the smart grid communication network.
Securing critical infrastructure networks for smart grid, scada, and other industrial control systems knapp, eric d. The book examines the unique protocols and applications that are the foundation of industrial control systems, and provides clear guidelines for their protection. The open smart grid protocol osgp is a family of specifications published by ets used in conjunction with the isoiec 14908 control networking. Rs232c is a l1 standard for serial communication used in data transmission for legacy applications e. As attack countermeasures will be integrated into network protocols to achieve reliable information exchange, the e. Nextgeneration communications protocols for advanced. Pdf network coding protocols for smart grid communications. Sdn, with its programmability, protocol independence, and granularity features, can help the smart grid to integrate different sg standards and. Sica redundancy protocols gateway prphsr communication solutions for smart grid.
To support various smart grid applications with different traffic and qos requirements, the mac layer, network layer, and transport layer protocols in the smart grid network need to be optimized. Rfc 6272 internet protocols for the smart grid june 2011 table of contents 1. Mar 25, 2020 grid connect is a home automation app that works with a range of electronic devices. Smart grid is a generic label for the application of computer intelligence and networking abilities to a dumb electricity distribution system. The open smart grid protocol, a widely use protocol for smart grid devices built on isoiec 14908. The standard defines the electrical characteristics, timing. A network for the smart grid with its acceptance of this core set of internet protocols, the sgip is clearing the path for the development of the new data network that will be necessary for devices connected to the grid to exchange information. Traditional power grids are currently being transformed into smart grids sgs. We examine some of the challenges faced in supporting a diverse set of applications each with varying network performance requirements, relia. A survey of communicationnetworking in smart grids. They bring significant advantages such as, rapid deployment, low cost and. Some problems about network security, communication and power demand in smart grid still need to be solved, though a few solutions have been come up with.
Industrial network security, second edition arms you with the knowledge you need to understand the vulnerabilities of these distributed supervisory and control systems. The open smart grid platform supported protocols can be found in this section. Smart home area networks protocols within the smart grid. It defines the signals connecting between data terminal equipment e. Aside from the issues of the physical network signal types and voltage levels, connector pinouts, cabling, topology, etc. With over 5 million osgp based smart meters and devices deployed worldwide it i. Smart home area networks protocols within the smart grid context.
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