Experimental measurements of multi-carrier power line communication systems

The article focuses on experimental measurement of multi-carrier narrowband Power Line Communication. The aim of experimental measurements was comparison of multi-carrier narrowband Power Line Communication from the view-point of possible communication distance, available data rate and impact of noise. The specifications G3-PLC and PRIME are considered. The field test results and data rate measurements are presented for different scenarios. They demonstrate consequences of noisy environment and complicated topology. Finally, the article identifies and analysis the fundamental issues for further development of PLC for Smart Grids and Smart Metering. © 2017 IEEE.