Communication Theories and Protocols for Smart Grid Hierarchical Network

Abstract

Smart grid technology is a revolutionary approach for improvisation in existing power grid. Integration of electrical and communication infrastructure is inevitable for the deployment of Smart grid network. Smart grid infrastructure is characterized by full duplex communication, automatic metering infrastructure, renewable energy integration, distribution automation and complete monitoring and control of entire power grid. Different levels of smart grid deployment require diverse set of communication protocols. Application of information theory and optimization of various communication technologies is essential for layered architecture of smart grid technology. This paper is anticipated to serve as a comprehensive survey and analysis of communication theories and wireless communication protocols for optimization and design of energy efficient smart grid communication infrastructure.

Keywords

• Cognitive radio
• Communication theory
• Smart Grid
• Wireless communication
• HAN
• NAN
• WAN