Smart Grid Technology: The Future of the Power Network – A Comprehensive Review

Author: Pankaj C. Patel, Hansa H. Patel
Published Online: January 5, 2026
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To address the dual challenges of rising electricity demand and the depletion of conventional energy resources, advanced power management systems are being adopted globally. This paper provides an overview of the Smart Grid (SG), often referred to as an Auto-Healing System. This innovative technology enables significantly more efficient energy use and, through the seamless integrations of the Renewable Energys Resources (RER) with traditional facilities, enhances overall system security and reliability. The SG‘s distinguishing feature is the bidirectional flow of both energy and information, which increases system adaptability and provides consumers with real-time consumption data. A key challenge for the system involves leveraging the Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) to collect massive volumes of data and process it into actionable insights. Furthermore, ensuring robust security management remains a critical concern for its widespread deployment.

Keywords: Smart Grids, Self-healing, Advanced Meter Infrastructure, Smart Meter, Phasor Measurement Unit, and Big Datas.
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