Wireless Sensor Networks in Smart Grid
A special issue of Sensors (ISSN 1424-8220). This special issue belongs to the section "Sensor Networks".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (6 March 2024) | Viewed by 371
Special Issue Editor
Interests: cybersecurity; blockchain; artificial intelligence; smart grids; wireless ad hoc and sensor networks
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Wireless sensor networks play a crucial role in the integration of renewable energy resources into the smart grid. These networks enable the real-time monitoring and control of diverse renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind, by collecting and transmitting data from sensors deployed throughout the grid infrastructure. The importance of wireless sensor networks lies in their ability to provide accurate and timely information on energy generation, consumption patterns, and grid conditions. This information enables the effective optimization of renewable energy utilization, improves grid stability, and facilitates the integration of distributed energy resources. However, the widespread deployment of wireless sensor networks also introduces security challenges. Since these networks transmit sensitive data, they become potential targets for cyber attacks, including unauthorized access, data tampering, and denial-of-service incidents. Ensuring the security of wireless sensor networks in the integration of renewable energy resources is vital to safeguard critical infrastructure and maintain the reliability and resilience of the smart grid. Robust security measures, such as encryption, authentication protocols, intrusion detection systems, and secure communication channels, are essential to mitigate these challenges and protect the integrity and confidentiality of the transmitted data.
This Special Issue on “Wireless Sensor Networks in Smart Grid” intends to present novel, resilient, and secure solutions for energy systems.
Topics include, but are not limited to:
- Enhancing data integrity and trust in distributed energy systems.
- Streamlining energy transactions and billing in smart grids.
- Improving transparency and accountability in distributed energy systems.
- Mitigating cybersecurity risks in smart grids.
- Enabling peer-to-peer energy trading.
- Ensuring resilience and reducing single points of failure.
- Automating and securing energy contracts for efficient control in distributed energy systems.
- Facilitating real-time monitoring and control of distributed energy systems.
- Enhancing system efficiency and cost-effectiveness in smart grids.
- Fostering trust and collaboration among participants in distributed energy systems.
Dr. Muhammad Faheem
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- wireless sensor networks
- renewable energy resources
- smart grid
- encryption techniques
- privacy-preserving
- access control
- blockchain-based frameworks
- intrusion detection systems
- multi-factor authentication
- key management
- trustworthy communication protocols
