Wide-area monitoring (WAM) applications for power distribution rely on accurate global time synchronization. Furthermore, there is interest in replacing current time synchronization methods such as Inter Range Instrumentation Group (IRIG), with distributed time synchronization protocols that utilize the data communication lines eliminating the need for dedicated timing signals within the substation. By understanding the factors impacting synchronization performance, the testbed facilitates the characterization of metrics needed to meet industry requirements. The testbed provides an experimental venue to explore IEEE 1588 Precision Time Protocol (PTP) technologies and determine how new features and requirements for time synchronization can impact the performance of next-generation power distribution applications. Initial results indicate PTP has the capabilities to support an accurate and scalable time synchronization solution given the components are interoperable.
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