Distribution system automation based on GSM using Programmable System on Chip (PSOC)

Distribution Automation can be used for service restoration and feeder reconfiguration, after isolation of faulty part when an abnormal situation occur in distribution system rapidly so that reliability improves, unserved energy loss and distribution system loss(I2R loss) reduces by optimal feeder configuration. As the cost of Global System for Mobile Communication (GSM) services reducing day by day and have advantage of already existed network over other standards like Zigbee, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, is most reliable and efficient standard for communication in automation, offers easy implementation with low cost. This paper presents an efficient design for distribution automation system and its implementation in remote/automatic monitoring and controlling of the relays (circuit breaker) by means of GSM Short Message Service (SMS) service, automatic decision making and continuous monitoring of distribution system components in real time. The design is implemented on PSoC (Programmable System on Chip) and the GSM modem so that it can be used for a wide range of applications.