The transition from traditional power grids to smart grids signifies a significant change in energy management, distribution, and consumption. A smart grid modernizes the electricity delivery system by monitoring, protecting, and automatically optimizing the operation of its interconnected components. It is often viewed as a solution to global warming, offering great potential for cleaner and more efficient power, improved air quality, and reduced greenhouse gas emissions. The smart grid enhances the 20th-century electrical grid by incorporating two-way communication and intelligent devices. This enables bidirectional flow of electricity and information, potentially improving the delivery network. This paper discusses the key applications of smart grid technology.
Matthew N. O. Sadiku, D. Padi, Janet O. Sadiku· International Journal of Fut...· 1 citation
The world is currently facing an unprecedented energy crisis driven by population growth, urbanization, and industrialization, which are placing immense pressure on global energy resources. As a result, the modern energy landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, shifting from a centralized, one-way power distribution model to a decentralized, interactive, and intelligent system known as the smart grid. At the heart of this transition lies the concept of the smart home. The integration of smart grid technology with smart homes marks a transformative shift in the energy landscape, changing the way energy is generated, distributed, and consumed. This system is built on a sophisticated architecture that enables seamless communication and energy flow. By moving away from traditional unidirectional power distribution to a bidirectional, data-driven ecosystem, smart grids empower consumers to participate in energy management actively. They play a crucial role in enhancing the efficiency and functionality of smart homes. This paper explores the integration of smart grid technologies into smart homes and highlights their potential to redefine residential energy consumption.
Matthew N. O. Sadiku, D. Padi, Janet O. Sadiku· International Journal of Fut...· 0 citations
This paper introduces ADIMS (Adaptive Distributed Infrastructure Monitoring System), a cloud-based telemetry platform that facilitates real-time monitoring and management of distributed field infrastructure across various organizational contexts. ADIMS solves the complex problem of integrating diverse devices by supporting multiple communication protocols, including TCP/IP, MODBUS, LoRaWAN, Sigfox, and LTE. This makes it easy to get data from third-party sensors and equipment. The system architecture has three main layers: a field acquisition layer that supports multi-protocol communication, a cloud-based processing and analytics engine, and a customizable dashboard framework that gives operational and managerial insights. We show that ADIMS could be used in smart city infrastructure by looking at similar systems and finding that they could use 15–30% less energy and save 25–35% on predictive maintenance costs. The platform’s protocol-agnostic design makes it easy to set up quickly at universities, NGOs, government buildings, and industrial sites. This helps achieve sustainable resource management and climate action goals that align with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Kevin Nyapom, David Padi· International Journal of Fut...· 0 citations
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