Research project VeN²uS: First-time testing of an adaptive and networked grid protection system

Together with ten partners, we are addressing one of the key challenges in modern power generation: preventing grid bottlenecks caused by fluctuating energy input. The interdisciplinary VeN²uS research team aims to develop a flexible grid protection system that ensures reliable power generation from renewable sources.

The project explores an adaptive, networked grid protection approach designed to prevent the unnecessary shutdown of decentralized power plants—thereby improving the integration of renewable energy. This is achieved through automatic adjustment of protection parameters during topology changes and power flow shifts. To this end, adaptive algorithms for network protection are developed alongside robust testing concepts for grid communication and protection systems.

Amperias GmbH contributes its expertise in embedded security features to ensure reliable and secure communication among sensors within critical infrastructure. Our long-standing involvement in the Trusted Computing Group and the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) provides valuable experience for this research.

VeN²uS is funded by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy under the Seventh Energy Research Programme. The three-year funding period began in September 2021.