Zigbee performance during severe interruptions in electric power systems

Ahmed Gaouda, Farag Sallabi, A. H. El-Hag, M. M.A. Salama

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Abstract

The goal of this paper is to investigate the reliability of ZigBee based wireless sensor networks in transforming existing power systems into future smart grids. The performance of the communication network for specific propagation environment and frequency band is investigated. The interrupting RF signals generated from harsh normal and abnormal operating conditions in power system environment are investigated. High noise level in 13 to 16kV HV systems, impulsive transients of 10 to 34kV according to IEEE Std. 792 turn-to-turn tests as well as partial discharge activities in 4 to 24kV free space are tested using real laboratory data. The interruption limits of ZigBee coordinator and device units during these conditions are defined.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication11th International Conference on Electrical Power Quality and Utilisation, EPQU 2011
Pages751-756
Number of pages6
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2011
Event11th International Conference on Electrical Power Quality and Utilisation, EPQU 2011 - Lisbon, Portugal
Duration: Oct 17 2011Oct 19 2011

Publication series

NameProceeding of the International Conference on Electrical Power Quality and Utilisation, EPQU
ISSN (Print)2150-6647
ISSN (Electronic)2150-6655

Other

Other11th International Conference on Electrical Power Quality and Utilisation, EPQU 2011
Country/TerritoryPortugal
CityLisbon
Period10/17/1110/19/11

Keywords

  • Impulsive Transients
  • Partial Discharge
  • Wireless Sensors
  • ZigBee

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Energy
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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