ORNL researchers have enabled standard raised pavement markers to transmit GPS information that helps autonomous driving features function better in remote areas or in bad weather. Credit: Carlos Jones/ORNL, U.S. Dept. of Energy
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High-tech pavement markers support autonomous driving in tough conditions, remote areas
ORNL researchers encoded grid hardware operating data into a color band hidden inside photographs, video or artwork, as shown in this photo. The visual can then be transmitted to a utility’s control center for decoding. Credit: ORNL/U.S. Dept. of Energy
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Cybersecurity goes undercover to protect electric grid data
A team led by Raymond Borges Hink has developed a method using blockchain to protect communications between electronic devices in the electric grid, preventing cyberattacks and cascading blackouts. Credit: Genevieve Martin/ORNL, U.S. Dept. of Energy
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Researchers use blockchain to increase electric grid resiliency

Grid Communications and Security

Grid Communications and Security

Conducts research, development, testing and evaluation of integrated sensing and communication platforms for energy applications. Research and development spans specialized multi-parameter sensing systems, cybersecurity and grid communications architecture solutions for efficient, fast, and responsive energy system controls. The group is focused on innovations to support a more automated, resilient, and secure nationwide power system.

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Peter L Fuhr
fuhrpl@ornl.gov
Peter L Fuhr