Smart cables are rewiring urban energy ecosystems

By leveraging data analytics, smart cables facilitate informed decision-making, ensuring energy efficiency and reduced operational costs, making them indispensable for modern energy systems.

Cables play a vital role in building infrastructure, especially in sustainable cities. There are in-built intelligent systems that breathe life into urban infrastructure. They enhance energy efficiency by minimising losses and enabling real-time energy consumption monitoring. It is about transforming how cities think about power. Our cables are the nervous system of modern urban environments, enabling everything from efficient street lighting to supporting electric vehicle charging. This holistic approach is rewiring how cities operate, making them smarter, more efficient, and more sustainable. Bhushan Sawhney, Executive President and Chief Business Officer (B2B) of Polycab, has more to share. 

How can advanced encryption enhance cybersecurity in smart electrical systems data transmission?

Cybersecurity is not just a technical challenge; it is a critical responsibility. Nowadays, we have seen how vulnerable traditional infrastructure can be. Cybersecurity in smart electrical systems is a multi-layered defence mechanism that protects interconnected power grid data transmission. Advanced encryption technologies ensure that only authorised devices can access and interpret critical information, creating robust security barriers. It’s like creating a digital fortress for energy infrastructure. These cables incorporate sophisticated data integrity protection mechanisms that validate transmission authenticity and prevent manipulation. By implementing industry-standard security protocols and advanced cryptographic techniques, smart cables create an impenetrable digital shield, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of critical energy infrastructure data. 

How do smart cables integrate with AMI and smart grids for real-time energy monitoring and efficient distribution?

When we talk about advanced metering infrastructure (AMI), we discuss the future of energy management. They enable real-time, high-speed data collection and transmission across complex energy networks, offering granular insights into consumption patterns. These smart cables are not just transmission lines; they are information highways. These intelligent systems support dynamic demand management, allowing precise load balancing and predictive energy forecasting. By facilitating seamless renewable energy integration, smart cables create flexible grid infrastructures that can adapt to changing energy landscapes. IoT compatibility allows for dynamic adjustments in energy flow based on real-time requirements. By leveraging data analytics, smart cables facilitate informed decision-making, ensuring energy efficiency and reduced operational costs, making them indispensable for modern energy systems. 

How do Polycab’s smart cables with IoT integration and Wi-SUN technology enhance durability, efficiency, and interoperability?

In the world of smart infrastructure, interoperability is key. Smart cables enhance IoT application interoperability as sophisticated communication bridges between diverse energy systems. Adhering to international standards like IEC 61850, they support multiple communication protocols, ensuring seamless device interaction. Wi-SUN technology is critical, providing secure, low-power mesh networking with wide-area coverage. These cables enable dynamic device management, supporting complex interconnected systems from smart homes to industrial applications. The technology ensures reliable, real-time data communication with robust encryption and authentication protocols. Smart cables create an integrated ecosystem that supports smart grid infrastructure and renewable energy integration by facilitating cost-effective, secure communication across different platforms. 

Polycab has harnessed cutting-edge materials science to develop eco-friendly, lightweight, and thermally resistant cables with superior durability. These advancements ensure reliable performance in harsh conditions and reduce environmental impact. IoT integration elevates their capabilities, enabling real-time energy management and predictive maintenance. Whether supporting renewable energy, powering smart homes, or enabling industrial automation, our cables are designed to be more than just conductors; they are active participants in the energy ecosystem. By combining innovation in materials and IoT, Polycab leads the industry in providing future-ready solutions for sustainable energy management.

Authored by : Bhushan Sawhney, Executive President & Chief Business Officer (B2B) – Polycab India Ltd