Hydroelectric Plant Safety: Real-Time Monitoring Utilizing Fiber-Optic Sensors

Autor: Renato Luiz Faraco, Felipe Barino, Deivid Campos, Guilherme Sampaio, Leonardo Honório, André Marcato, Alexandre Bessa dos Santos, Clayton Cesar dos Santos, Fernando Hamaji
Jazyk: angličtina
Rok vydání: 2024
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Zdroj: Sensors, Vol 24, Iss 14, p 4601 (2024)
Druh dokumentu: article
ISSN: 1424-8220
DOI: 10.3390/s24144601
Popis: In the context of hydroelectric plants, this article emphasizes the imperative of robust monitoring strategies. The utilization of fiber-optic sensors (FOSs) emerges as a promising approach due to their efficient optical transmission, minimal signal attenuation, and resistance to electromagnetic interference. These optical sensors have demonstrated success in diverse structures, including bridges and nuclear plants, especially in challenging environments. This article culminates with the depiction of the development of an array of sensors featuring Fiber Bragg Gratings (FBGs). This array is designed to measure deformation and temperature in protective grids surrounding the turbines at the Santo Antônio Hydroelectric Plant. Implemented in a real-world scenario, the device identifies deformation peaks, indicative of water flow obstructions, thereby contributing significantly to the safety and operational efficiency of the plant.
Databáze: Directory of Open Access Journals
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