Daedalus Product Development
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Medium Voltage Montior
When Tollgrade began developing advanced technology to improve the efficiency of testing and monitoring power distribution grids, Daedalus was picked to help develop the first alpha and beta prototypes. The Medium Voltage Monitor is a sophisticated sensor that clamps onto existing power lines, continuously senses the current, and transmits that information via wireless networking. After creating a proof of concept prototype, Daedalus engineered a field-usable beta prototype with a rugged plastic housing to protect the electronics from the elements for up to ten years.

The monitor consists of two C-shaped laminated steel cores that surround a power line, which can range from 1/8" to 1 1/8" in diameter. The ends of the steel cores, exposed for installation, had to be protected from corrosion so seals were deployed when the monitor was clamped onto a wire. The initial proof of concept Daedalus developed relied on a machined metal clamp and slide mechanism. For the beta prototype, Tollgrade set a goal to reduce the overall cost, so Daedalus designed injection molded plastic and die-cast aluminum components for the slide and clamp. Designed for ten years of life, the plastic used for the housing is UV resistant and able to handle the temperature extremes of its outdoor environment. Holding close tolerances in the plastic assembly was a challenge, due to the relatively large variability in the manufacturing of the laminated steel cores. Additionally, the housing had to stand up to the typically rough handling during installation by the linemen.

Tollgrade continues to enhance monitor’s performance asking Daedalus recently to add and analyze the performance of a heat sink to cool the electronics. Daedalus can support your project as well from early prototypes through to manufacturing. Contact us for more information.
News: September, 2010
Daedalus welcomes Chris Connors
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News: September, 2010
Daedalus Welcomes Tim Fletcher
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News: September, 2010
Daedalus wins a GOLD appliance DESIGN award
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