Raspberry Pi Optimizes Over-the-Air Smart Grid Updates
This combination of Raspberry Pi and OTA technology makes energy systems more adaptable and cost-effective to maintain.
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The future of energy management is getting smarter, thanks to an innovative combination of Raspberry Pi computers and over-the-air (OTA) update technology. This advancement promises to transform how we maintain and upgrade our increasingly complex power networks.
At the heart of this innovation is the Smart Energy Management System (SEMS), which uses real-time data to monitor and optimise energy consumption. The system employs IoT devices, artificial intelligence, and cloud computing to gather and analyse energy usage patterns, helping both residential and commercial users reduce costs and improve efficiency.
Regami Solutions has developed an OTA update technology that addresses a crucial challenge in maintaining these systems. Traditional updates often require technicians to physically visit sites, which is both time-consuming and expensive. With Regami’s solution, software updates can be delivered remotely to distributed devices across the power network.
The hardware configuration centres on the Raspberry Pi, featuring a quad-core processor and up to 8GB of RAM. This affordable yet powerful computer connects to various sensors and actuators through its GPIO interface and supports multiple communication protocols, including MQTT, HTTP, and Modbus. This versatility allows it to interface seamlessly with distributed energy resources and other IoT devices.
The system’s architecture enables:
– Remote firmware and software upgrades
– Real-time energy consumption monitoring
– Dynamic load balancing
– Enhanced user control interfaces
– Improved cybersecurity through regular updates
Source: EEPower
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