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    Peak-load shifting utilizing load factor optimization: A centralized microprocessor-based Smart Metering demonstration

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    Date
    2014-10-21
    Author
    Mwewa, Melody
    Type
    Thesis
    Language
    en
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    Abstract
    In this work, a report is given of a centralized smart metering system intended to run an algorithm designed to address the problem of peak-hour energy deficit in Zambia. A survey study conducted in Lusaka to establish household power-usage patterns led to the development of the load-management software which was implemented on the Arduino Mega microcontroller. This system automatically regulated water heating and provided energy-usage information to the consumer at peak periods. These two interventions were enough to make a significant contribution to minimising peak-power usage, an outcome that could help to reduce the incidence of load shedding.
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    http://dspace.unza.zm/handle/123456789/3527
    Subject
    Automatic Control
    Microprocessors
    Electronic Meters
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