Energy Tapping Identifier Through Wireless Data Acquisition System

  • Unique Paper ID: 181575
  • Volume: 12
  • Issue: 1
  • PageNo: 4285-4288
  • Abstract:
  • The escalating demand for energy and the prevalence of energy theft necessitate robust and efficient methods for identifying unauthorized consumption. This paper presents a novel approach for tapping identification leveraging a wireless data acquisition system. By continuously monitoring and analyzing granular energy consumption patterns at individual points within a distribution network, subtle anomalies indicative of energy theft can be detected in near real-time. The proposed system employs low-cost, wirelessly networked sensors to collect voltage and current data, transmitting it to a central processing unit for advanced signal processing and pattern recognition. Algorithms are developed to identify characteristic signatures of tapping, such as sudden and sustained deviations in load profiles, inconsistencies between aggregated and individual consumption, and unique harmonic distortions introduced by illicit connections. The implementation of this system offers significant advantages over traditional manual inspection methods, providing a proactive and scalable solution for reducing energy losses, improving grid security, and ensuring fair energy billing practices. Experimental results and simulations demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed system in accurately identifying various tapping scenarios, highlighting its potential for practical deployment in modern energy distribution networks.

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  • ISSN: 2349-6002
  • Volume: 12
  • Issue: 1
  • PageNo: 4285-4288

Energy Tapping Identifier Through Wireless Data Acquisition System

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