Remote Diagnostic & Predictive Maintenance
For Electrical
Remote Diagnostics and Predictive Maintenance Systems (RDPMS) for electrical substation assets utilize thermal cameras to continuously monitor critical equipment like transformers, circuit breakers, and switchgears. The thermal imaging technology detects abnormal heat signatures in these assets, identifying issues such as overheating, loose connections, or insulation degradation before they lead to failures.
By integrating thermal data with IoT sensors and advanced analytics, RDPMS can predict equipment failures and optimize maintenance. This system helps reduce the risk of outages, improve safety, and ensure the efficient operation of substations by proactively identifying potential problems in the electrical infrastructure.
Architecture
This hybrid approach ensures flexibility, reliability, and scalability, allowing for robust monitoring of electrical infrastructure across different environments, ensuring both localized and remote real-time data collection and analysis. The data processed at the gateway is then forwarded to cloud servers for further analysis, supporting predictive maintenance and real-time fault detection.
Non Intrusive IoT sensors installed on transformers, circuit breakers, and switchgear collect real-time data on voltage, current, and temperature. Data is transmitted to edge gateways via **wireless protocols** such as LoRa, Zigbee, or 4G, which enable long-range, low-power communication. Additionally, **wired communication media** such as Ethernet or fiber optic cables are used to connect sensors and gateways for high-speed, reliable data transmission in scenarios where wired connectivity is feasible.
Applications
Monitors the Electrical assets with the help of sensors and SCADA data integrations.
Substation Monitoring
Thermal cameras and IoT sensors to continuously track the health of critical equipment like transformers and switchgears. It detects early signs of issues, such as overheating or insulation failure, allowing for predictive maintenance to prevent outages and improve operational efficiency.
Power Supply
Monitors Battery Banks and emergency power suppply health and predict the abnormality
Benefits
Reduced Downtime:
Real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance help reduce system failures and minimize downtime.
Improved Maintenance:
It aids in diagnosing issues remotely, allowing faster and more effective repair planning.
Enhanced Safety:
Continuous monitoring of critical assets like point machines and signals ensures safer railway operations by detecting faults early.
Cost Savings:
By predicting failures and scheduling maintenance efficiently, RDPMS lowers maintenance costs and reduces unnecessary site visits.