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Published on 2024-04-17 22:28:56
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) announced on Wednesday the deployment of a Generation Dip/Loss Detection System (GLDS) to identify and respond to sudden decreases in power generation across its network. This new system reflects TCN’s dedication to enhancing grid management capabilities and ensuring a reliable power supply.
According to TCN’s General Manager of Public Affairs, Ndidi Mbah, the GLDS is a critical tool for detecting and addressing drops or dips in power generation in real-time. The system, operational at the National Control Center (NCC) in Osogbo, equips grid controllers with advanced monitoring and analysis tools to assess grid performance efficiently.
The GLDS features an intuitive interface for configuring parameters, monitoring power generating stations continuously, and generating comprehensive reports to enable swift response to grid disturbances. With sophisticated data analytics and machine learning algorithms, the GLDS can analyze real-time data and detect patterns associated with sudden generation loss. By employing anomaly detection techniques, the system alerts grid controllers of deviations from normal grid behavior, allowing for proactive intervention to prevent widespread disruptions.
Moreover, TCN has established seamless communication between the GLDS and IoT cloud servers to facilitate rapid response and coordination of mitigation strategies. This connectivity underscores TCN’s commitment to enhancing grid resilience and ensuring uninterrupted electricity delivery to consumers nationwide.
TCN engineers developed an innovative in-house IoT technology solution to address the challenge of limited visibility of power generators. IoT devices strategically placed across power stations and substations collect near real-time data, including power generation levels and grid performance metrics. This initiative has expanded visibility of power generating stations from 6 to 27, enhancing TCN’s ability to monitor grid load and address potential issues proactively.
The IoT technology was deployed to capture generation data from Taopex Gs and Zungeru Hydro Power Station, increasing the total visible power stations to 29 on the national grid. Both the GLDS and IoT system represent significant advancements in strengthening grid stability and reliability. These initiatives empower TCN’s grid controllers with essential insights to address challenges, minimize disruptions, and meet the evolving demands of the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI).
In conclusion, TCN’s deployment of the GLDS and IoT technology demonstrates its commitment to ensuring a reliable and resilient power grid. These innovations not only enhance TCN’s grid management capabilities but also emphasize its dedication to meeting the electricity needs of consumers in Nigeria.
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