Verivolt is proud to announce its contribution to the University of Texas at Austin’s Center for Electromechanics (UT-CEM) in deploying an innovative, intelligent powerline sensor designed to enhance grid reliability and resilience.
Last week, UT-CEM hosted an industry day to introduce the new technology, marking the culmination of a successful six-month grid demonstration with a local electric cooperative.
Key Capabilities of the Intelligent Sensor
Fault Anticipation
The powerline-mounted sensor detects vegetation interactions to anticipate and prevent faults before they cause outages.
Real Time Data
Equipped with a built-in computer, the sensor delivers real-time operational information for rapid fault mitigation.
Preventative Maintenance
Equipped with a built-in computer, the sensor delivers real-time operational information for rapid fault mitigation.
A Collaborative Effort
The sensor was developed, tested, and deployed by a robust industry and government coalition, including:
- UT-Center for Electromechanics (UT-CEM)
- Verivolt
- U.S. Department of Energy (Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy)
- Wood County Electric Cooperative
- Guadalupe Valley Electric Cooperative
- Capstan Technologies, Inc.
This milestone represents a significant step forward in leveraging smart grid technology to secure and stabilize distribution infrastructure.
