Implementation of Machine-to-Machine Solutions to Improve Quality of Service for Electrical Energy Distribution Networks in Colombia

Hermes Eslava^1*, Luis Alejandro Rojas¹, Ramón Pereira²

¹Universidad Distrital, Bogotá, Colombia.
²ITELCA, Bogotá, Colombia.

DOI: 10.4236/jpee.2014.24051                

Abstract

In order to incorporate smart elements into distribution networks at ITELCA laboratories in Bogotá-Colombia, a Machine-to-Machine-based solution has been developed. This solution aids in the process of low-cost electrical fault location, which contributes to improving quality of service, particularly by shortening interruption time spans in mid-voltage grids. The implementation makes use of a GENEKO modem that exploits its digital inputs together with a full coverage of certain required
auxiliary services so as to generate proper detection signals whenever failure currents occur; which allows incorporating the latest failure detection technology into the system.

Keywords

Machine to Machine; Quality of Service; Distribution Grids; Geneko; Electrical Energy

Conflicts of Interest

The authors declare no conflicts of interest.

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