A XBEE-BASED SMART ELECTRIC METER WITH PUBLIC NETWORK ROUTING MOTE UTILIZING WPAN TECHNOLOGY

Abstract

A system of xbee-based smart electric meter with public network routing mote utilizing wpan technology comprises PNRT_WPNode (50), which is outfitted with an ATmega128 Board (57), an XBee RF Module (52), an XBee Explorer (51), a GPS modem (56), a current sensor (55), an RTC module (53), an SD card module, and a power supply (54), this allows the collectors to collect real-time location and energy consumption data, which is then transmitted to the central hub to aggregate data from several PNRT_WPNodes and securely transmit it to a cloud server for processing, the PNRR_WPNode, which is outfitted with an ATmega128 Board, an XBee RF Module, an XBee Explorer, a GSM modem, a led indicator, and a power supply, is utilized, this allows for effective energy consumption monitoring and billing generation.

Specification

Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION
This invention relates to a xbee-based smart electric meter with public network routing mote utilizing wpan technology.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
This innovative smart metering system uses a network of nodes placed at client sites in critical locations to detect energy usage precisely. This development, which combines state-of-the-art sensor technology with wireless networking and cloud computing, represents a dramatic divergence from tradition. When put into practice, it might revolutionize utility management by providing never-before-seen levels of efficiency, transparency, and control over energy use to both service providers and customers.
The problem of offering a smart and practical energy metering system for public utility management is addressed by this innovation. Real-time monitoring functions are sometimes absent from conventional energy metering systems, which leads to inefficiencies in data collection and invoicing processes.
US20200124683A1: An electric power distribution system is used with an electric power source. The electric power distribution system includes a first device exchanging first electric power with the electric power source. The first device exchanges the first electric power with a plurality of second devices and meters first electric energy corresponding to the first electric power. The second devices exchange the first electric power with the first device. Each of the second devices exchanges second electric power as at least part of the first electric power with a number of corresponding electric loads and meter second electric energy corresponding to the second electric power. A processor includes a routine that compares the metered first electric energy from the first device with a sum of the metered second electric energy from each of the second devices, and responsively determines proper or improper operation of the electric power distribution system.
RESEARCH GAP: A Smart Electric Meter equipped with XBee based WPAN technology is the novelty of the system.
US6982650B1: In a method, system and apparatus of measuring electrical power to consumers in a power distribution network, an electromagnetic field is sensed around at least one electrical conductor in a power meter located at a consumer. The current flowing through the conductor is then derived from the sensed electromagnetic field. Instantaneous current values are stored in an electronic memory powered by the electromagnetic field. These instantaneous values or values derived from the instantaneous values are transmitted as digital information on the network to a receiver provided at a distance from the power meter.
RESEARCH GAP: A Smart Electric Meter equipped with XBee based WPAN technology is the novelty of the system.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
This summary is provided to introduce a selection of concepts, in a simplified format, that are further described in the detailed description of the invention.
This summary is neither intended to identify key or essential inventive concepts of the invention and nor is it intended for determining the scope of the invention.
To further clarify advantages and features of the present invention, a more particular description of the invention will be rendered by reference to specific embodiments thereof, which is illustrated in the appended drawings. It is appreciated that these drawings depict only typical embodiments of the invention and are therefore not to be considered limiting of its scope. The invention will be described and explained with additional specificity and detail with the accompanying drawings.
The cutting-edge smart meter system runs on a well-thought-out network made up of two different node types: PNRT_WPNode and PNRR_WPNode, both of which are essential to the system's operation. The main data collector is the PNRT_WPNode, which is positioned at different client sites. It is equipped with a variety of sensors, such as GPS modems and current sensors, which allow it to precisely identify the geographic locations of each measurement and carefully collect data on energy usage in real time. The RTC module ensures time accuracy, and data is safely stored locally on an SD card. This node uses XBee RF technology to wirelessly send gathered data to PNRR_WPNode, the central hub. On the other hand, PNRR_WPNode serves as the hub of the system, combining data streams from several PNRT_WPNodes into a single, coherent dataset.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
The illustrated embodiments of the subject matter will be understood by reference to the drawings, wherein like parts are designated by like numerals throughout. The following description is intended only by way of example, and simply illustrates certain selected embodiments of devices, systems, and methods that are consistent with the subject matter as claimed herein, wherein:
FIGURE 1: SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE
The figures depict embodiments of the present subject matter for the purposes of illustration only. A person skilled in the art will easily recognize from the following description that alternative embodiments of the structures and methods illustrated herein may be employed without departing from the principles of the disclosure described herein.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
The detailed description of various exemplary embodiments of the disclosure is described herein with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be noted that the embodiments are described herein in such details as to clearly communicate the disclosure. However, the amount of details provided herein is not intended to limit the anticipated variations of embodiments; on the contrary, the intention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the scope of the present disclosure as defined by the appended claims.
It is also to be understood that various arrangements may be devised that, although not explicitly described or shown herein, embody the principles of the present disclosure. Moreover, all statements herein reciting principles, aspects, and embodiments of the present disclosure, as well as specific examples, are intended to encompass equivalents thereof.
The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of example embodiments. As used herein, the singular forms "a"," "an" and "the" are intended to include the plural forms as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It will be further understood that the terms "comprises," "comprising," "includes" and/or "including," when used herein, specify the presence of stated features, integers, steps, operations, elements and/or components, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers, steps, operations, elements, components and/or groups thereof.
It should also be noted that in some alternative implementations, the functions/acts noted may occur out of the order noted in the figures. For example, two figures shown in succession may, in fact, be executed concurrently or may sometimes be executed in the reverse order, depending upon the functionality/acts involved.
In addition, the descriptions of "first", "second", "third", and the like in the present invention are used for the purpose of description only, and are not to be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of technical features indicated. Thus, features defining "first" and "second" may include at least one of the features, either explicitly or implicitly.
Unless otherwise defined, all terms (including technical and scientific terms) used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which example embodiments belong. It will be further understood that terms, e.g., those defined in commonly used dictionaries, should be interpreted as having a meaning that is consistent with their meaning in the context of the relevant art and will not be interpreted in an idealized or overly formal sense unless expressly so defined herein.
The cutting-edge smart meter system runs on a well-thought-out network made up of two different node types: PNRT_WPNode and PNRR_WPNode, both of which are essential to the system's operation. The main data collector is the PNRT_WPNode, which is positioned at different client sites. It is equipped with a variety of sensors, such as GPS modems and current sensors, which allow it to precisely identify the geographic locations of each measurement and carefully collect data on energy usage in real time. The RTC module ensures time accuracy, and data is safely stored locally on an SD card. This node uses XBee RF technology to wirelessly send gathered data to PNRR_WPNode, the central hub. On the other hand, PNRR_WPNode serves as the hub of the system, combining data streams from several PNRT_WPNodes into a single, coherent dataset.
A GSM modem allows for wider network connectivity, while XBee RF modules allow for smooth communication. The PNRR_WPNode safely sends collected data to a dedicated cloud server. Using the advantages of cloud and IoT technology, this cloud server performs sophisticated activities like data processing, energy consumption estimates, and monthly billing creation. In addition to centralizing data administration, the interface with cloud services improves end-user accessibility. Customers are provided with unmatched insights into their patterns of energy consumption using a specialized mobile application that interfaces with the cloud server. Users may simply keep an eye on usage patterns, get access to comprehensive billing data, and gain insightful knowledge to improve their energy-use practices.
BEST METHOD OF WORKING
Frontline data collectors deployed at customer locations use the PNRT_WPNode, which is outfitted with an ATmega128 Board, an XBee RF Module, an XBee Explorer, a GPS modem, a current sensor, an RTC module, an SD card module, and a power supply. This allows the collectors to collect real-time location and energy consumption data, which is then transmitted to the central hub.
To aggregate data from several PNRT_WPNodes and securely transmit it to a cloud server for processing, the PNRR_WPNode, which is outfitted with an ATmega128 Board, an XBee RF Module, an XBee Explorer, a GSM modem, a led indicator, and a power supply, is utilized. This allows for effective energy consumption monitoring and billing generation.
The smart metering system's XBee RF Module, which is included into both of the motes, allows for wireless communication between nodes, making it easier to send location and energy consumption data to the central hub for additional processing and aggregation.
The embedded GPS modem in the PNRT_WPNode is used to give the device location data, allowing for precise geolocation tagging of energy consumption data that is gathered from several client locations for precise tracking and analysis.
The PNRT_WPNode's inbuilt Current Sensor detects the electrical current that passes through the system, enabling precise data gathering and analysis on energy consumption at client locations.
To enable remote monitoring, analysis, and billing generation for effective utility management, the GSM modem connected to the PNRR_WPNode is employed to assist the safe transmission of aggregated energy consumption data from the central PNRR_WPNode to a customized cloud server.
ADVANTAGES OF THE INVENTION
1. The PNRT_WPNode, which is positioned as the main data collector at client sites, uses sensors to collect location data and energy consumption data in real time for transmission to the central hub.
2. Acting as the hub, the PNRR_WPNode collects information from several PNRT_WPNodes and securely sends it to a cloud server for processing, enabling effective billing generation and energy usage monitoring.
3. The XBee RF Module enables wireless connection between smart metering system nodes, allowing location and energy consumption data to be transmitted to the central hub for additional processing and aggregation.
4. The GPS Modem provides the PNRT_WPNode with position data, allowing for precise geolocation tagging of energy consumption data that is gathered from many client locations for precise tracking and analysis.
5. The Current Sensor precisely detects the electrical current passing through the system, enabling the PNRT_WPNode to gather and analyze data on energy consumption at client locations.
, Claims:1. A system of xbee-based smart electric meter with public network routing mote utilizing wpan technology comprises PNRT_WPNode (50), which is outfitted with an ATmega128 Board (57), an XBee RF Module (52), an XBee Explorer (51), a GPS modem (56), a current sensor (55), an RTC module (53), an SD card module, and a power supply (54), this allows the collectors to collect real-time location and energy consumption data, which is then transmitted to the central hub.
2. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein to aggregate data from several PNRT_WPNodes and securely transmit it to a cloud server for processing, the PNRR_WPNode, which is outfitted with an ATmega128 Board, an XBee RF Module, an XBee Explorer, a GSM modem, a led indicator, and a power supply, is utilized, this allows for effective energy consumption monitoring and billing generation.
3. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the smart metering system's XBee RF Module, which is included into both of the motes, allows for wireless communication between nodes, making it easier to send location and energy consumption data to the central hub for additional processing and aggregation.
4. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the embedded GPS modem in the PNRT_WPNode is used to give the device location data, allowing for precise geolocation tagging of energy consumption data that is gathered from several client locations for precise tracking and analysis.
5. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the PNRT_WPNode's inbuilt Current Sensor detects the electrical current that passes through the system, enabling precise data gathering and analysis on energy consumption at client locations.
6. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein to enable remote monitoring, analysis, and billing generation for effective utility management, the GSM modem connected to the PNRR_WPNode is employed to assist the safe transmission of aggregated energy consumption data from the central PNRR_WPNode to a customized cloud server.

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