PLP LAUNCHES AEOLUS®: A REVOLUTIONARY BREAKTHROUGH IN OVERHEAD POWER LINE CONDUCTOR MOTION ANALYSIS
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
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
After successfully completing multiple field trails in
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.
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