As the global shift towards renewable energy intensifies, the need to expand grid capacity without the lengthy and costly process of rebuilding infrastructure has never been more urgent. Integrating renewable energy sources like wind power requires optimized utilization of existing transmission lines to avoid bottlenecks. This is where Dynamic Line Rating (DLR) technology comes into play. DLR monitors real-time conditions on powerlines, such as wind speed and temperature, to accurately assess the capacity of each span. By doing so, grid operators can safely increase energy flow, optimizing the grid’s capacity while maintaining reliability.

In today's rapidly evolving energy landscape, operators face two critical challenges: meeting growing electricity demand and facilitating the clean energy transition. Dr. Eran Inbar, CEO of Prisma Photonics, will delve into these issues in his session titled "Pursuing precision: The hunt for the DLR critical span." Dr. Inbar will explain how Prisma Photonics' cutting-edge fiber-optic sensing technology is revolutionizing grid management. By leveraging the existing Optical Ground Wire (OPGW) infrastructure, PrismaPower enables real-time monitoring of every span across hundreds of transmission lines. This real-time data empowers operators to pinpoint critical spans—areas where cooling is least effective and capacity is most constrained—allowing for more efficient integration of renewable energy sources into the grid.

Using PrismaPower’s Hyper-Scan Fiber-Sensing™ technology, grid operators can unlock the potential of DLR, identifying areas where the grid can support additional renewable energy capacity. This sophisticated monitoring solution provides actionable insights, reducing the need for physical infrastructure upgrades while significantly enhancing the grid’s performance. By using fiber-optic technology, operators can monitor thousands of kilometers of transmission lines without the need for additional sensors or equipment on towers, cutting costs and streamlining deployment.

Join this session to explore how Prisma Photonics enables grid operators to overcome modern electricity transmission's technical and operational complexities. Through their innovative solutions, Prisma Photonics is driving a smarter, safer, and more efficient grid, ensuring a smooth transition to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.

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