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  • Electrical Engineering
  • Power Systems
  • Communication Technologies

Background:

  • Power Line Communication (PLC) is a key technology for smart grids, smart homes, and renewable energy management.
  • Assessing the technical condition of power cables is crucial for reliable electricity distribution.
  • Distribution System Operators (DSOs) require effective methods to monitor and maintain their cable infrastructure.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the application of PLC technology for evaluating the technical condition of electrical cables.
  • To develop a methodology for calculating a coefficient that indicates cable health.
  • To demonstrate the practical benefits of this methodology for DSOs in preventing power outages.

Main Methods:

  • Utilizing Power Line Communication (PLC) signals to gather data on cable performance.
  • Developing a novel coefficient calculation based on PLC data to assess cable degradation.
  • Applying the methodology to two specific cable routes for validation.

Main Results:

  • The study presents a method to calculate a technical condition coefficient for cables using PLC.
  • The proposed coefficient provides DSOs with a tool to assess the health of their cable routes.
  • The methodology was successfully applied to example routes, showing significant potential benefits.

Conclusions:

  • PLC technology offers a viable solution for monitoring the technical condition of power cables.
  • The developed coefficient can proactively identify potential cable failures, enhancing grid reliability.
  • Implementing this method can help DSOs prevent costly power outages and improve operational efficiency.