Smart Electric Grid Line Controller

AUTHOR(S)

SAROMINES, MARK JOSEFF GALLEMIT, ANDREW

ABSTRACT

——— This research presents the design, development, and validation of a Smart Electric Grid Line Controller aimed to address challenges on energy losses in the vicinity due to uncompensated electric consumption and energy theft from far flung areas which leads to unconventional power distribution. The study begins with an intensive situational analysis to identify and validate the specific issues in the relevant areas. Based on this analysis, a device is designed, developed, and tested by experts, with the device being installed and connected to the electric meters. The evaluation of the device’s effectiveness and performance is conducted through comprehensive testing, which incorporates the use of both researcher-made and standardized questionnaires. This evaluation process allows for a thorough assessment of the device’s capabilities and performance in real-world scenarios. The results of the evaluation serve as a basis for further refinement and advancement of the technology. By implementing the Smart Electric Grid Line Controller, stakeholders in any vicinity can achieve improved efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in their power distribution system. Keywords — Smart Grid, Arduino, Microcontroller