Power Line Communication (PLC) Systems for Smart Grids presents the fundamentals and principles of both narrowband and broadband PLC technologies. It covers key aspects, from coupling PLC signals to the electrical grid and main modulation and coding techniques, to standardization and practical applications in monitoring and control operations. These applications include energy management, electric vehicle charging, and distributed generation, particularly in grids with intermittent renewable energy sources.
The second edition has been substantially updated with new content, addressing the latest advances and practical challenges. Topics include:
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Fundamentals of digital communications and error correction coding
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Orthogonal frequency division multiplexing (OFDM) and frequency domain equalization
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PLC channel models and noise mitigation techniques
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Overview of narrowband and broadband PLC standards
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Coupling PLC signals to power grids and analysis of PLC modem performance over distribution transformers
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Applications of PLC in monitoring and controlling distributed generation
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PLC integration in electric vehicle charging infrastructure and demand-side management
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Power control for wind turbines based on PLC
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Advanced techniques such as non-linear filtering, MIMO for narrowband PLC, and hybrid communication system analysis
This expanded and updated edition is an essential resource for researchers in electrical engineering focusing on smart grids and PLC, engineers and practitioners in power systems, as well as senior undergraduate students seeking a comprehensive understanding of PLC technologies and their practical applications in modern energy systems.
