GridOS^® Network Lifecycle

It all starts with Smallworld Geospatial Network Management (GNM) , which provides the accurate and thorough network model data needed to power many applications and use cases. GridOS Visual Intelligence, a vegetation management software, leverages the network model data by overlaying it with vegetation scans to determine when and where trimming activities must happen. And GridOS DDLR uses the network model data to identify and pinpoint the capacity of power lines at any given time. An accurate, as-built network model is the gateway to transforming to a smart grid.

Smallworld GNM, GridOS Visual Intelligence, and GridOS DDLR all play a role in helping utilities protect and capitalize on their existing assets. Smallworld GNM’s network model data is invaluable for monitoring real-time network performance and determining if any improvements or additions are needed. Visual Intelligence makes it easier to identify threats to vital assets from overgrown vegetation or even just normal wear-and-tear like corrosion. And DDLR ensures compliance with FERC 881 mandates by calculating line ratings in real time to ensure an optimal flow of power.

FERC 881 transmission planning rules decree that all transmission utilities must use ambient-adjusted ratings to ensure their lines are at maximum transfer capacity at all times. DDLR makes these calculations automatically using sensor data and real-time weather conditions to determine every line’s true capacity. This ensures better transmission planning and improved resource adequacy for utilities.