A Microgrid Cluster Management and Internet-of-Things Framework: Fundamentals, Protocols, and Case Studies presents a cutting-edge guide on leveraging IoT technologies to optimize renewable energy integration through microgrid clusters. The book begins by detailing the fundamental aspects of microgrid clusters, encompassing design, control, and optimization. This comprehensive grounding prepares readers for the exploration of IoT integration to harness big data analytics for energy efficiency, power management, fault monitoring, and cybersecurity. The book further delves into the meticulous analysis of protocol selection for effective operation and control.

It covers wired protocols such as Modbus, Profibus, and Ethernet, wireless protocols like Zigbee, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth, and IoT protocols including CoAP, MQTT, and HTTP. By outlining an adaptable framework for interdisciplinary opportunities, this book guides researchers and engineers in creating the flexible, renewable grid of the future.