Microgrid Lab

A Microgrid Emulator Lab is a specialized facility designed to simulate and study the operation of microgrid systems. It uses advanced software and hardware to create realistic models of microgrid components and their interactions. A Microgrid Emulator Lab plays a critical role in advancing microgrid technologies, offering a versatile and powerful platform for research, development, and education. It enables stakeholders to explore innovative solutions, optimize system performance, and accelerate the adoption of microgrids in various applications, such as Smart Grid Development, Community and Remote Microgrids, Commercial and Industrial Microgrids & Disaster Response and Resilience.

Objectives of Microgrid Emulator Lab:

• Modeling and Simulation
• Evaluation of Performance
• Development of Control Strategies
• Interoperability and Integration
• Using Renewable Energy
• Management of Energy Storage
• Resilience and Reliability Analysis
• Education and Training

 

5G Lab

The integration of 5G technology in the power sector marks a transformative shift, driving advancements in grid management, energy distribution, and operational efficiency. 5G facilitates real-time communication across the power grid, enabling smart grid management with instantaneous data transfer between sensors, meters, and control centers. Remote monitoring and maintenance of power infrastructure, including substations and power lines, become efficient with 5G, enabling proactive fault detection and quicker responses, ultimately reducing downtime and enhancing reliability. The support for Distributed Energy Resources (DERs), such as solar panels and wind turbines, through high-speed, low-latency connectivity ensures effective coordination and utilization of renewable energy sources within the grid. The robust security features of 5G enhance grid resilience against cyber threats, ensuring a secure energy infrastructure. Real-time communication with smart meters and home automation systems, facilitated by 5G, empowers consumers to optimize energy consumption, contributing to overall energy efficiency and cost savings. The implementation of responsive demand response programs and the use of predictive analytics for outage prevention are further enabled by 5G, fostering a balanced and efficient power grid. In summary, 5G's integration in the power sector promotes a modernized, secure, and responsive infrastructure, aligning with the evolving demands of the energy landscape.

OBJECTIVES

• To build competencies and engagement in 5G technologies in students and academic fraternity.
• To enable projects at UG and PG level for students using 5G environment.
• To encourage academia-industry engagement to ideate and develop 5G use cases.
• To Provide local access to 5G test setup for Startups and MSMEs around the institution.
• Making Indian academia & startup ecosystem 6G ready

 

IT Lab

NPTI consists of IT labs for various trainings related to IT, Cyber, Data Analytics etc. IT lab have more than 100 computer systems for providing hands on training to participants and students of various courses being conducted at NPTI.

SMART METER OPERATION & AMI ANALYTICS CENTER (SMOAAC) Lab

The Smart Meter Operation & AMI Analytics Center (SMOAAC) Lab at NPTI-PSTI Bengaluru is a significant facility designed to impart practical knowledge about Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) and smart meter technologies. SMOAAC lab is designed for better understanding among participants for AMI Components, Communication among different components of AMI, Communication protocols and Testing etc. Here's objective of the lab's functions and its role in enhancing the understanding of AMI and related components:

Objectives of SMOAAC Lab:

• Comprehensive AMI Training
• End-to-End System Understanding
• AMI Communication Systems
• Testing & Troubleshooting
• AMI Analytics
• Cybersecurity and Data Privacy

AITDC

Advanced Industrial Technology Demonstration Centre (AITDC), has been set up by the Bureau of Energy efficiency (BEE), Ministry of Power, at the Badarpur, New Delhi campus of the National Power Training Institute (NPTI), Ministry of Power. Union Minister of State for Power, Shri Krishan Pal inaugurated the Centre at NPTI Badarpur, New Delhi today, June 26, 2023.

The Centre is mandated to become the key reference and resource institution on industrial energy-efficient technologies. As its name indicates, the Advanced Industrial Technology 


Demonstration Centre will 
demonstrate and showcase energy-efficient technologies in key industry sectors. It will act as an exhibition cum information centre and knowledge repository. It will be a knowledge exchange platform, where best practices from across various key sectors could be diffused among industry professionals through workshops and seminars.

RELAY TESTING LAB

The Relay testing lab in NPTI is equipped with different types of relays like:

1. Electromechanical Relays: Over current Protection, Earth fault protection, Distance Protection

2.Solid State Relays: Distance Protection or Transmission Line, Differential Protection, Over current Protection, Restricted earth fault Protection

3.Numerical Relays (Microprocessor based Relay). : Over current Protection, Earth fault protection, Over/Under frequency protection, Differential Protection ,Generator Protection, Motor Protection, Distance Protection

Despatcher Training Simulator (DTS)

A Despatcher Training Simulator is in service at Power Systems Training Institute (PSTI), Bangalore since March 2011. The Simulated Network comprises of about 1100 stations and 3000 buses with generation voltages and 110kV and above network. The actual network of National Load Despatch Centre is simulated in the DTS.

Training capabilities

Control of active power flow to maintain transmission levels within permissible operating limits by taking appropriate measures (generation control and load management).

Control of reactive power flow and voltage by adjustments of Automatic Voltage Regulator (AVR) set points, transformer taps and switching on/off shunt reactive elements.

Training in dynamic behavior of power system between steady states including response of different power plants to frequency fluctuations, automatic generation control signals and effects of power plant operator actions.

Training in recognition of critical system conditions such as insufficient generation reserve, insufficient reactive support, transmission line overloading etc.

Design of new substation can be done by using full graphic applications.

Instrumentation Lab:

Automatic Capacitance and Tan Delta Test Set

Power Factor testing of electrical insulation is one of the most recognised and highly regarded procedures in both preventive maintenance process and manufacturing of electrical power apparatus. The power factor of the electrical insulation, the ratio of power loss to volt-ampere is a measure of the quality of the insulation.

Insulation Resistance Tester

Brand: Megger

Insulation testing as part of a predictive/preventive electrical maintenance program is becoming increasingly rigorous and demanding. The IT1020/2 is a microprocessor controlled 10 kV insulation tester offering measurement capabilities of upto 35 terra ohms.

High Voltage Laboratory

The High Voltage Laboratory is equipped with a 280 kV Impulse Voltage Generator set up, comprising of a 220V/100kV HV transformer, Rectifier, Impulse Capacitors, measuring capacitors and resistors

Lab facilities at NPTI