Large Asset Thermal Mapping System
Generation
Transmission & Distribution
Transmission & Distribution
Real-time thermal mapping of critical processes and systems to optimize generation output and avoid forced outages.
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Transmission & Distribution
Transmission & Distribution
Transmission & Distribution
Real-time thermal mapping of critical T&D assets (transformers, cables, substations) to avoid overload and forced outages.
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Grid Scale Energy Storage
Transmission & Distribution
Grid Scale Energy Storage
Real-time thermal mapping of grid scale energy storage assets (batteries, other) to prevent overheating and avoid fire risks.
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Large Asset Optical Thermal Mapping System
The Fiber is the Sensor
Stimulated Optical Brillouin Scattering Principle
Temperature Mapped Along Fiber Length
10 - 20 km fiber loop single channel
Resolution 1 meter along fiber; Accuracy +/- 1%
Programmable Zones; IoT enabled
Fast Sampling for Real-time applications
Temperature Mapped Along Fiber Length
Stimulated Optical Brillouin Scattering Principle
Temperature Mapped Along Fiber Length
-50 deg C to +500 deg C ; Accuracy 1 deg C
Strain ; Accuracy 0.1%
Fiber embedded or External
Data Store; IOT enabled; Analytics
Stimulated Optical Brillouin Scattering Principle
Stimulated Optical Brillouin Scattering Principle
Stimulated Optical Brillouin Scattering Principle
Scattering shift is proportional to temperature
No predetermined Bragg gratings/placements
Synchronized data set sampled whole fiber