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Research Article
Smart Grid Technologies Moving Toward Two-Way Communication in the Digital Age
Yam Krishna Poudel*
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Rajiv Kumar
Issue:
Volume 10, Issue 1, March 2025
Pages:
1-12
Received:
17 December 2024
Accepted:
31 December 2024
Published:
17 January 2025
DOI:
10.11648/j.ijics.20251001.11
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Abstract: The convergence of cutting-edge technologies, including Power Electronics Interfaces, the Fourth Industrial Revolution, Cloud Computing, Block chain, and the Internet of Things (IoT), has heralded a new era of Machine-to-Machine (M2M) connectivity, fundamentally transforming the landscape of modern power systems. These technological advancements are driving the evolution of power systems toward greater automation, reliability, resilience, and sustainability, all while aligning with the imperatives of green and clean energy. The Smart Grid emerges as an electro-information ecosystem, seamlessly integrating two-way, cyber-secure communication technologies and computational intelligence across all facets of the power system, including generation, transmission, substations, distribution, and consumption. This paradigm shift aims to achieve an energy system that is clean, secure, safe, reliable, resilient, efficient, and sustainable. This paper presents a comprehensive literature survey on the key technologies enabling the Smart Grid. It delineates two critical components: The Smart Infrastructure System and the Smart Management System. Furthermore, the paper outlines prospective future guidelines for the development and implementation of these systems, offering valuable insights for advancing the next generation of intelligent power systems.
Abstract: The convergence of cutting-edge technologies, including Power Electronics Interfaces, the Fourth Industrial Revolution, Cloud Computing, Block chain, and the Internet of Things (IoT), has heralded a new era of Machine-to-Machine (M2M) connectivity, fundamentally transforming the landscape of modern power systems. These technological advancements ar...
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Research Article
Examining the Versatility and Misuse of Information Communication Technology in Community Policing in Malawi
David Kumwenda*
Issue:
Volume 10, Issue 1, March 2025
Pages:
13-22
Received:
23 December 2024
Accepted:
8 January 2025
Published:
24 January 2025
Abstract: Technology has modernized citizens’ social networks and interaction gaining active engagement to security management. Internet evolution popularity have revolutionized public policing through technology creating superhuman over security challenges. Paper aims to examine the versatility and misuse of technology in community policing in Malawi. This is qualitative study that purposely selected five published papers from a research “Community policing, citizen’s participation, and information communication technology in Muloza, Malawi.” Systematic review of published papers through content analysis will identify and consolidate work to date and guide future research on the topic. Data analysis followed transcription, coding, codes grouped into sub themes, sub themes into themes answering research questions. Respondents answered to (a) what are versatilities of information communication technology in security? (b) What are misuses of information communications technology in security? Through frame theory of communication, social disorganization and participatory democracy theories results indicate (1) technologies store, replicate, disseminate data for depositing evidence (2) Empower citizens to (a) communicate, share information between citizens and police, (b) be aware of rights violations, safety needs, (c) allow people’s involvement in rights violations, (d) facilitate citizen’s involvement in crime prevention, (e) maintain community dialogue and engagement, (f) help citizens look for faster emergency response times (g) promote evidence sharing with authorities. (3) Revolutionize communications allowing use SMS, WhatsApp, Telephone calls, pictures, videos, VNs, promoting wide, formal and non-formal channels improving accountability and transparency according real-time updates, responses, capacity. (4) Enhance citizens’ engagement to (i) reporting, requesting transport to police, (ii) organizing patrols (iii) mobilizing help during neighborhoods activities. (5) Encourage citizens to participate virtually allowing citizens (i) improve communications between police and community, (ii) identify a wider variety of insecurities (Transparency), (iii) promote the effective use of limited resources, (iv) move beyond the customary bureaucratic procedures, (v) improve participation of women, minorities, and vulnerable population, (vi) contribute to empowerment of the community. Technology misuse in security were; (a) some officials could inform suspects about intended ambushes (b) some citizens could fabricate false information to deceive others (d) some citizens used social media to deal with marginalized groups (e) some officials and citizens could disseminate and replicate confidential organization official client information. Other studies have concluded technology may help reduce corruption through wide formal and non-formal interactions. Currently, technology empower, revolutionize, transform citizens to get involved to fight corruption. Recommends more civic education to masses on need to adopt use of digital platform of community policing.
Abstract: Technology has modernized citizens’ social networks and interaction gaining active engagement to security management. Internet evolution popularity have revolutionized public policing through technology creating superhuman over security challenges. Paper aims to examine the versatility and misuse of technology in community policing in Malawi. This ...
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Research Article
Implementation of Telecommunication Corridor on Infrastructure Roll out (Rail, Road, Power Lines and Inland Waterways) to Fast Track Broadband Penetration and Nation-Wide Surveillance
Issue:
Volume 10, Issue 1, March 2025
Pages:
23-33
Received:
4 January 2025
Accepted:
21 January 2025
Published:
10 February 2025
DOI:
10.11648/j.ijics.20251001.13
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Abstract: Insecurity and terrorism in Nigeria have led to widespread vandalization of critical telecommunication and power infrastructure, hindering broadband penetration and compromising national surveillance systems. Road preparations for upgrade or constructions at local, state and national level causes damages to optic-fibre cables buried underground especially as these critical infrastructure mostly lack geospatial information including outright theft for ornaments. The cuts and damages to optic-fibre cables arising from case studies causes performance degradation to telecommunication’s quality of service (QoS) even after repair if there is ferrule misalignment, contaminated face of the fibre core causing dispersion losses or scattering losses or micro bending losses and thus high dB loss. These challenges amplify the digital divide, particularly in underserved and rural areas, and highlight the urgent need for robust solutions. The paper examines the benefits of geospatially designed telecommunications corridor with infrastructure roll-outs, such as roads, railways, power lines, and inland waterways dredging among others in addressing insecurity and vandalization of critical telecommunication infrastructure. Quantitative Situational analysis of broadband and optic-fibre infrastructure was presented including vulnerabilities to theft and vandalism, lack of geospatial data, and regulatory gaps especially as it concerns enforcement of some telecommunications policies. Key policies in Nigeria’s National Integrated Infrastructure Master Plan (NIIMP). Nigeria's National Broadband Plan (2020–2025) and the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) Co-location & Infrastructure Sharing (C/IS) guidelines are evaluated for mitigating these challenges. The findings shows the potential of telecommunication corridors alongside infrastructural roll-out to protect fragile optic-fibre cables, improved quality of services (QoS) and quality of experience (QoE) without incessant down-time during road constructions at local and state government levels, facilitation of cost-effective infrastructure sharing & co-location to accelerate broadband penetration and roll-out plan performance of operators with National Metropolitan Cable (optic) Network Licenses. These corridors will enhance connectivity, reduce operational costs, and improve nationwide surveillance capabilities by adopting an integrated "dig-once" approach and leveraging a technology mix comprising terrestrial, wireless, and satellite-based systems. The study concludes that coordinated efforts among stakeholders, including government ministries, regulatory bodies, and private operators, are essential to achieving long-term digital connectivity, development and transformation while strengthening Nigeria's security framework. Implementation of these recommendations will not only provide robust and resilient ICT infrastructure but promote sustainable socio-economic growth and digital transformation.
Abstract: Insecurity and terrorism in Nigeria have led to widespread vandalization of critical telecommunication and power infrastructure, hindering broadband penetration and compromising national surveillance systems. Road preparations for upgrade or constructions at local, state and national level causes damages to optic-fibre cables buried underground esp...
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