Tata Power DDL introduces smart meters based on ‘Narrow Band-Internet of Things’ technology
- April 9, 2021
Tata Power Delhi Distribution Ltd (Tata Power-DDL) has launched Narrow Band-Internet of Things (NB-IoT) technology in smart energy meters, advancing from conventional RF technology-based smart energy meters.
After successfully installing 2.3 lakh smart meters based on RF (radio frequency) technology, Tata Power-DDL has launched Narrow Band-Internet of Things (NB-IoT) technology in smart meters, making it the first such installation in the country.
The technology integration has been done involving meter manufacturers and NB-IoT service of Reliance-Jio Network.
The NB-IoT advantage
NB-IoT is a new and cost effective technology in 4G and 5G spectrum with fast deployment quality. With this technology, the interference and obstruction arising due to public network congestion will not hamper the performance of smart meter anymore as data will smoothly flow through a dedicated channel. It will also enable more number of remote meter readings possible thereby ensuring the safety of the consumers during pandemic times.
Interoperability has been achieved at meter data management level whereby meters from multiple makes and different technologies are collected, worked upon and analysed at the same platform.
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Moving to the next level
Commenting on the technology, Ganesh Srinivasan, CEO, Tata Power-DDL said, “The introduction of new Narrow Band-Internet of Things (NB-IoT) in smart meters is a revolutionizing technology. It is 4G & 5G compatible and will ensure smooth flow of data via a dedicated channel ironing out the interference and obstruction due to ever congested public network leading to seamless performance of smart meters. I believe, this unique technology integration will not only strengthen our credentials as a Utility of the Future but also take the Indian smart metering mission to the next level.”
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