Advanced Sensors Towards Ubiquitous Power Internet of Things

The ubiquitous power Internet of Things (UPIoT) uses modern information technology and advanced communication technologies to realize interconnection and human-computer interaction in all aspects of the power system. UPIoT has the characteristics of comprehensive state perception and efficient information processing, and has broad application prospects for transformation of the energy industry. The fundamental facility of the UPIoT is the sensor-based information network. By using advanced sensors, Wireless Sensor Networks (WSNs), and advanced data processing technologies, Internet of Things can be realized in the power system. In this paper, a framework of WSNs based on advanced sensors towards UPIoT is proposed. In addition, the most advanced sensors for UPIoT purposes are reviewed, along with an explanation of how the sensor data obtained in UPIoT is utilized in various scenarios.