Meter power (electricity metering)

The author discusses the problems caused by the privatisation of the UK electricity supply industry in the area of metering. The minimum requirements for changes in metering suggested by Offer (Office of Electricity Regulation) to improve demand side management, are discussed. The author then discusses communication techniques for improved metering. The author describes mains signalling and radio techniques for remote meter reading. The practical implications of using such technology and its benefits are discussed.<
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