Projects
Projects: Projects for Investigator |
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| Reference Number | InnUK/102233/01 | |
| Title | SYNAPS (Synchronous Analysis and Protection System) | |
| Status | Completed | |
| Energy Categories | Other Power and Storage Technologies(Electricity transmission and distribution) 100%; | |
| Research Types | Applied Research and Development 100% | |
| Science and Technology Fields | PHYSICAL SCIENCES AND MATHEMATICS (Computer Science and Informatics) 50%; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY (Electrical and Electronic Engineering) 50%; |
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| UKERC Cross Cutting Characterisation | Not Cross-cutting 100% | |
| Principal Investigator |
Project Contact No email address given Powerline Technologies Limited |
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| Award Type | Collaborative Research & Development | |
| Funding Source | Innovate-UK | |
| Start Date | 01 November 2015 | |
| End Date | 31 October 2017 | |
| Duration | 24 months | |
| Total Grant Value | £875,197 | |
| Industrial Sectors | ||
| Region | South West | |
| Programme | Competition Call: 1405_CRD_ENE_GEN_ENCATMSR1 - Energy Catalyst - Mid Stage - Round 1. Activity Energy Catalyst Rnd 1 Mid Stage | |
| Investigators | Principal Investigator | Project Contact , Powerline Technologies Limited (31.621%) |
| Other Investigator | Project Contact , Techna International Limited (42.192%) Project Contact , Akya Limited (26.187%) |
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| Industrial Collaborator | Project Contact , Chemical Engineering, University of Bath (0.000%) Project Contact , University College London (0.000%) |
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| Objectives | ||
| Abstract | SYNAPS aims to develop a networked Smartgrid distribution automation platform for Low Voltage Networks (LVNs). LVNs are the final, essential link from the grid to the customer, yet they are currently built with outdated technology and managed by expensive, labour intensive processes. Underground LVN faults account for 80% of DNO LV costs and 50% of customer minutes lost. SYNAPS will provide real-time visibility of LVN operational and maintenance status, together with advanced protection and network reconfiguration. This will be accomplished by integrating modern IC technology, state-of-the art machine learning algorithms together with advanced power semiconductors and switching technology. It will also include development of an advanced semiconductor circuit breaker and fault detection algorithms. These developments are essential to support consumer demand for reliable networks, better integration of renewables and the flexibility to accommodate electric vehicles.SYNAPS aims to develop a networked Smartgrid distribution automation platform for Low Voltage Networks (LVNs). LVNs are the final, essential link from the grid to the customer, yet they are currently built with outdated technology and managed by expensive, labour intensive processes. Underground LVN faults account for 80% of DNO LV costs and 50% of customer minutes lost. SYNAPS will provide real-time visibility of LVN operational and maintenance status, together with advanced protection and network reconfiguration. This will be accomplished by integrating modern IC technology, state-of-the art machine learning algorithms together with advanced power semiconductors and switching technology. It will also include development of an advanced semiconductor circuit breaker and fault detection algorithms. These developments are essential to support consumer demand for reliable networks, better integration of renewables and the flexibility to accommodate electric vehicles.SYNAPS aims to develop a networked Smartgrid distribution automation platform for Low Voltage Networks (LVNs). LVNs are the final, essential link from the grid to the customer, yet they are currently built with outdated technology and managed by expensive, labour intensive processes. Underground LVN faults account for 80% of DNO LV costs and 50% of customer minutes lost. SYNAPS will provide real-time visibility of LVN operational and maintenance status, together with advanced protection and network reconfiguration. This will be accomplished by integrating modern IC technology, state-of-the art machine learning algorithms together with advanced power semiconductors and switching technology. It will also include development of an advanced semiconductor circuit breaker and fault detection algorithms. These developments are essential to support consumer demand for reliable networks, better integration of renewables and the flexibility to accommodate electric vehicles.SYNAPS aims to develop a networked Smartgrid distribution automation platform for Low Voltage Networks (LVNs). LVNs are the final, essential link from the grid to the customer, yet they are currently built with outdated technology and managed by expensive, labour intensive processes. Underground LVN faults account for 80% of DNO LV costs and 50% of customer minutes lost. SYNAPS will provide real-time visibility of LVN operational and maintenance status, together with advanced protection and network reconfiguration. This will be accomplished by integrating modern IC technology, state-of-the art machine learning algorithms together with advanced power semiconductors and switching technology. It will also include development of an advanced semiconductor circuit breaker and fault detection algorithms. These developments are essential to support consumer demand for reliable networks, better integration of renewables and the flexibility to accommodate electric vehicles.SYNAPS aims to develop a networked Smartgrid distribution automation platform for Low Voltage Networks (LVNs). LVNs are the final, essential link from the grid to the customer, yet they are currently built with outdated technology and managed by expensive, labour intensive processes. Underground LVN faults account for 80% of DNO LV costs and 50% of customer minutes lost. SYNAPS will provide real-time visibility of LVN operational and maintenance status, together with advanced protection and network reconfiguration. This will be accomplished by integrating modern IC technology, state-of-the art machine learning algorithms together with advanced power semiconductors and switching technology. It will also include development of an advanced semiconductor circuit breaker and fault detection algorithms. These developments are essential to support consumer demand for reliable networks, better integration of renewables and the flexibility to accommodate electric vehicles. | |
| Publications | (none) |
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| Final Report | (none) |
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| Added to Database | 09/02/18 | |
