The integration of improved control techniques with advanced information technologies
enables the rapid development of smart grids. The necessity of having an efficient, reliable …

This paper presents the development and application of a real-time testbed for multiagent
system interoperability. As utility independent private microgrids are installed constantly …

The integration of small-scale renewable energy sources in the smart grid depends on
several challenges that must be overcome. One of them is the presence of devices with very …

Electrical substations are crucial for power grids. A number of international standards, such
as IEC 60870 and 61850, have emerged to enable remote and automated control over …

Communications systems and protocols are becoming second nature to utilities operating
distribution systems. Traditionally, centralized communication approaches are often used …

Smart grids are the next generation of power distribution network, using information and
communications technologies to increase overall energy efficiency and service quality of the …

The Data Distribution Service (DDS) is a widely used communication specification for real-
time mission-critical systems that follow the principles of publish-subscribe middleware. DDS …

Interoperability testing provides a means for achieving and assuring the integrity of smart
sensor data exchanges. Interoperability testbeds can provide technical foundations for …

Consumer satisfaction is necessary for a smart grid utility to succeed in the marketplace. The
concerns about the power supply must work on consumer satisfaction and well-practiced …

The Data Distribution Service (DDS) is an Object Management Group (OMG) standard for
high-performance and real-time systems. DDS is a data-centric middleware based on the …