Sugeng Riyanto

Substation automation systems use several communication protocols to enable the exchange of information between different devices and systems. Some of the most common protocols used in substation automation systems include: IEC 61850: This is a communication protocol standard for substation automation that defines a set of rules for the exchange of information between different devices in a substation. It is designed to improve the interoperability, flexibility, and functionality of substation automation systems. Modbus: Modbus is a communication protocol used in industrial automation systems. It is a simple protocol that allows data to be transmitted over serial communication lines between different devices. It is widely used in substation automation systems for communication between intelligent electronic devices (IEDs). DNP3: Distributed Network Protocol 3 (DNP3) is a communication protocol used in the power utility industry for communication between remote terminal units (RTUs) and

What is Human Machine Interface? A Human Machine Interface (HMI) is a user interface or dashboard that connects a person to a machine, system, or device. While the term can technically be applied to any screen that allows a user to interact with a device, Human Machine Interface is most commonly used in the context of an industrial process. According to the NIST of the US: The hardware or software through which an operator interacts with a controller. An HMI can range from a physical control panel with buttons and indicator lights to an industrial PC with a color graphics display running dedicated HMI software.   Human Machine Interfaces are similar in some ways to Graphical User Interfaces (GUI) but they are not synonymous; GUIs are often leveraged within Human Machine Interfaces for visualization capabilities. In industrial settings, Human Machine Interfaces can be used to: Visually display data Track production time, trends, and tags Oversee KPIs Monitor machine inputs and outputs

Remote Terminal Unit RTU stands for Remote Terminal Unit, which is a type of electronic device used in industrial control systems and other applications to monitor and control remote equipment. RTUs are commonly used in industries such as oil and gas, power generation and distribution, and water treatment. An RTU typically consists of a microprocessor-based unit that interfaces with sensors, actuators, and other devices, and communicates with a central control system or other RTUs over a network. The RTU may be located at a remote site or distributed across multiple sites, and is designed to operate in harsh environments and under varying conditions. The functions of an RTU can include data acquisition, control and monitoring of equipment, alarm and event reporting, and communication with other devices and systems. RTUs are typically designed to be configurable and programmable, allowing them to be adapted to different applications and scenarios. Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) is a type of