AUTOMATED FAULT IDENTIFICATION AND TRACKING IN POWER TRANSMISSION NETWORKS USING GPS

Year : 2025 | Volume : 15 | Issue : 03 | Page : 37 43
    By

    Divya K Pai,

  1. Assistant Professor, Department of Electrical and Electronics St. Joseph Engineering CollegeEngineering, Mangalore, India

Abstract

Power transmission lines are vulnerable to faults caused by environmental factors, aging infrastructure, and external disturbances such as falling trees or animal contact. Prompt and accurate detection and location of these faults are essential to ensure uninterrupted power delivery, reduce equipment damage, and minimize downtime. This project presents an automatic fault detection and location system using GPS technology integrated with a microcontroller-based sensing module. The proposed system continuously monitors voltage and current levels in transmission lines. Any abnormal deviation in these parameters, such as during a short circuit or line-to-ground fault, is immediately detected by the microcontroller. Simultaneously, a GPS module captures the exact geographic location where the fault has occurred. This data is then transmitted in real-time to the control center via GSM or IoT-based communication networks.By providing precise, location-specific information, the system significantly reduces the time required for maintenance personnel to identify and address the fault. The implementation of this system is especially advantageous in remote or difficult-to-access areas where manual fault detection is time-consuming and often impractical. This real-time monitoring approach not only modernizes fault management in power transmission systems but also ensures quicker restoration of service, contributing to a more resilient and efficient power grid. The integration of GPS and wireless communication technologies into traditional fault detection infrastructure represents a cost-effective and scalable solution for improving the reliability and automation of electrical power systems.

Keywords: Power Transmission Lines, Fault Detection, GPS Technology, Fault Location, Microcontroller, Real-time Monitoring, GSM, Smart Grid, Power System Protection, Remote Monitoring. Introduction

[This article belongs to Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems ]

How to cite this article:
Divya K Pai. AUTOMATED FAULT IDENTIFICATION AND TRACKING IN POWER TRANSMISSION NETWORKS USING GPS. Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems. 2025; 15(03):37-43.
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Volume 15
Issue 03
Received 23/06/2025
Accepted 03/06/2025
Published 08/07/2025
Publication Time 15 Days
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