Kdn Kepco IoT Case Study | TICON System Limited

KDN Project with KEPCO – Specialized IoT Solutions for Critical Infrastructure Monitoring

October 30, 2023

KEPCO, one of the largest electricity providers in South Korea, required a sophisticated IoT system to detect and identify radiation levels in its facilities. The system needed to ensure precise, continuous monitoring of radiation levels in real-time to safeguard operations and protect both staff and the environment. In addition, KEPCO required seamless communication between a variety of IoT devices spread across its infrastructure to ensure the system's reliability and scalability.

Industry

IoT, Critical Infrastructure Monitoring

Market Size

Growing demand for IoT in industrial applications, particularly in energy and infrastructure

Position

Leader in delivering IoT solutions for critical infrastructure

Infrastructure

IoT Sensors, Radiation Detection, Cloud-based Data Management

Solution

IoT-enabled radiation detection and environmental monitoring system

Country

South Korea (KEPCO)

Project Overview and Objective

Client

KDN (Korea Data Networks)

Project Partner

KEPCO (Korea Electric Power Corporation)

Duration

12 months

Team Size

8 staff members

Challenge

Solution

TiCON Systems Ltd. deployed radiation detection sensors, along with environmental monitoring units, across KEPCO’s facilities. The system was designed for real-time data collection and communication, ensuring constant surveillance of radiation levels. This solution utilized a combination of hardware sensors and robust software to provide a comprehensive monitoring system for KEPCO.

Communication Protocol and Data Management

Approach

TiCON implemented a reliable and efficient communication protocol that connected all IoT devices, the application server, and the database. This ensured seamless data transmission and effective monitoring of the radiation levels and other environmental factors.

Data Reliability

The communication protocol was designed to ensure minimal data loss and to provide real-time updates on radiation levels.

Data Integration

The solution enabled the integration of data from multiple IoT devices, centralizing it in a unified system for better monitoring and analysis.

Outcome

Reliable Communication

The solution provided uninterrupted communication between IoT devices and the server, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.

Effective Monitoring

KEPCO was able to continuously monitor radiation levels, ensuring that staff and operations were protected from potential risks.

Desktop Monitoring Application Development

Application

TiCON developed a desktop application for comprehensive monitoring and management of the IoT devices deployed across KEPCO facilities. This application allowed administrators to:

Install and Configure IoT Devices

The app allowed easy deployment and setup of radiation detection sensors and environmental monitoring units.

Real-Time Monitoring

The application provided real-time updates on radiation levels and other environmental parameters, allowing for immediate responses in case of emergencies.

Device Management

The application enabled administrators to monitor device health, status, and performance, ensuring that all devices were functioning optimally.

Functionality

User-Friendly Interface

The app featured an intuitive interface, making it easy for operators to navigate through different monitoring parameters and manage IoT devices efficiently.

Device Classification

The app allowed the classification and categorization of all IoT devices, improving system management and response times.

Mass Implementation and System Scalability

Scalability Solution

TiCON developed a solution that was both scalable and adaptable, enabling the mass deployment of IoT devices across KEPCO’s expansive facilities. This scalable system could be easily extended to cover new areas and incorporate additional IoT devices as needed.

Expansion-Friendly

The system architecture was designed to accommodate future growth in the number of devices and data volume, allowing for seamless additions and updates.

Adaptive to KEPCO’s Needs

The solution was built with the flexibility to evolve with KEPCO’s changing operational requirements, ensuring long-term viability.

Result

Successful Mass Implementation

The solution facilitated the smooth and efficient deployment of hundreds of IoT devices across multiple KEPCO facilities.

Scalability for Future Growth

The system is fully scalable, allowing KEPCO to expand its infrastructure as required without major system overhauls.

Conclusion

The KDN project with KEPCO highlights TiCON’s capability in deploying specialized IoT solutions for critical infrastructure monitoring. By combining advanced radiation detection sensors, environmental monitoring units, and real-time communication protocols, TiCON successfully provided a reliable and scalable system that met the operational needs of KEPCO. This project demonstrated TiCON’s strength in both IoT hardware and software solutions, showcasing our ability to integrate complex systems and deliver effective, high-quality solutions for mission-critical applications. The successful deployment of this IoT system has helped KEPCO safeguard its operations and enhance its ability to monitor and respond to environmental risks in real-time.

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