Advanced Energy Distribution Systems: Building on real-time data, smart grids use advanced distribution systems to regulate energy from various sources, including renewable options.

Source: U.S. Department of Energy, Smart Grid System Report (2022). But it’s a slow process in such a large, capital-intensive, regulated industry, in contrast to the more nimble and ...

Distribution automation (DA) technologies help utilities collect, automate, analyze, and optimize data to improve the operational efficiency of its distribution power system. Examples of DA include: ...

Adopting a smart grid system enhances the precision of power usage monitoring and energy distribution and enables two-way communication between the system and users.

Key components of this technology may include smart meters that provide real-time data on the use of electricity, and automated control systems that work to adjust and distribute electrical power ...

1. Integration of IoT Devices With AI-Driven Traffic-Management Systems. One promising smart-city technology is the integration of Internet of Things devices with AI-driven traffic-management systems.