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Libby's lab Scopes out the Smart Grid

 Libby

Demo and I were on the roof today working on our  new solar panel installation when I got a call from Mouser Electronics.

Hello? Yes, I'd love to talk about the Smart Grid for Mouser's Empowering Innovation together Technology Series.

 Demo

What will the smart grid mean for engineers?

 Libby

Come down to the lab and I'll show you.

For engineers, the smart grid brings almost endless opportunities. Let's look at a few.  

Engineers can design and develop advanced meters, sensors, and communication devices essential for the Smart Grid and help integrate those components.

The enormous amount of data generated by smart grids requires sophisticated analytics and software solutions for monitoring and optimization.

Vehicle to Grid (or V2G as we say) is a huge opportunity for engineers. Anyone who has owned an electric vehicle knows we have a lot of work to do to accommodate the rise of EV’s while keeping the power grid balanced and reliable.

All this increased connectivity means more robust cyber security measures are needed. Engineers can specialize in developing secure communication protocols and defense mechanisms.

As smart cities rise there's a growing need for solutions that improve urban infrastructure and services. Those will rely heavily on Smart Grid technology.

Demo

So not only is the Smart Grid making our energy smarter, but it's also creating cool new opportunities for engineers?

  Libby

That's exactly right Demo. Smart grid technology not only modernizes our electrical grid, but also opens up diverse career paths for electronic engineers. It's driving innovation and enhancing the efficiency of our energy systems.

Until next time, keep your circuits charged and your ideas sparking!