CLEVELAND, April 16,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PLP, a global leader in
developing innovative infrastructure solutions for electric power
systems, today announced the launch of its Aeolus line monitoring
service, a revolutionary new platform for measuring and analyzing
wind-induced conductor motion on overhead lines.
With the launch of Aeolus, PLP aims to empower line engineers
and electric utilities to delve deeper into the mechanical behavior
of overhead conductors and associated transmission line hardware
like never before. Whether assessing newly installed damping
systems or investigating line failures, engineers will now be able
to gain valuable insights into the dynamic forces of real-world
conductor motion in near real-time from anywhere in the world.
"We are excited about the possibilities that the Aeolus platform
offers to system operators and line engineers," said
Jean-Philippe Paradis, Aeolus
Program Lead. "The system's modular design, next-generation
sensors, and remotely accessed analytical dashboard now make it
possible to transform any transmission line span into a full-scale
testing environment. In addition to the direct benefits, we believe
the data captured and technology behind this platform will soon
help launch a new era of increased performance and reliability in
motion control systems for overhead power lines."
The Aeolus system, aptly named after the "ruler of winds" in
Greek mythology, utilizes multiple next-generation, lightweight
sensor nodes that are installed on a transmission line span. Once
operational, the nodes accurately detect and measure all forms of
wind-induced conductor motion, including:
- Aeolian vibration
- Wake-induced oscillations
- Galloping
- Dynamic response to atmospheric icing
The data collected from these sensor nodes is transferred to a
wireless data hub that seamlessly transmits the information to
secure cloud servers. A web-based user interface provides clients
with immediate access to a continuous stream of live data and
analytics from anywhere in the world.
"PLP has long been a leader in analyzing the effects of
wind-induced conductor motion and developing solutions that
mitigate against its dynamic forces," said Ryan Ruhlman, President of PLP. "With
Aeolus, our goal is to bring PLP's conductor motion expertise to
the fingertips of every utility engineer and enable them to
experience laboratory-like analytics with real-world infrastructure
assets from the comfort of their home or office."
After successfully completing multiple field trails in
the United States and Europe, Aeolus is officially launching for
widespread commercial use this spring, with over 20 projects
currently planned for 2024.
The system will be on display at PLP's booth during the 2024
IEEE PES T&D Expo in Anaheim and at multiple other industry
events throughout the year.
ABOUT PLP
PLP protects the world's most critical connections by creating
stronger and more reliable networks. The company's
precision-engineered solutions are trusted by energy and
communications providers worldwide to perform better and last
longer. With locations in over 20 countries, PLP works as a united
global corporation, delivering high-quality products and
unparalleled service to customers around the world.
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