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An overview of DLMS/COSEM and g3-plc for smart metering applications

Thobekile J. Ngcobo

Thobekile J. Ngcobo

Electrical, Electronic and Computer Engineering, University of KwaZulu-NatalDurban, South Africa
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Farzad Ghayoor

Farzad Ghayoor

Electrical, Electronic and Computer Engineering, University of KwaZulu-NatalDurban, South Africa
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Jul 04, 2022
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Published Online: Jul 04, 2022
Received: Jan 11, 2022
DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/ijssis-2022-0011
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A crucial part of the smart grid communication network is the Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI), connecting a utility company to end-users to support telemetry and remote-control applications. Although different technologies and standards for smart metering systems exist, Power-Line Communication is the preferred technology for AMI networks in dense urban areas, and the G3-PLC, which uses DLMS/COSEM to support data exchange, is the most used standard in PLC-based AMI networks. This paper provides a holistic view of G3-PLC in smart metering systems, including its interaction with the DLMS/COSEM. It also covers the challenges and research opportunities in G3-PLC smart metering systems.

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