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Efficient Data Transmission Using Power Line Communication (PLC)

Prasang BhardwajStudent, Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering, Netaji Subhas University of Technology, Dwarka, New Delhi, IndiaDr. Ankit GargAssistant Professor, Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering, Netaji Subhas University of Technology, Dwarka, New Delhi, India

Vol 10 No 5 (2026): Volume 10, Issue 5, May 2026 | Pages: 96-106

International Research Journal of Innovations in Engineering and Technology

OPEN ACCESS | Research Article | Published Date: 07-05-2026

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Abstract

Power Line Communication (PLC) has emerged as a cost-effective and reliable technology for data transmission by utilizing existing electrical wiring infrastructure. This eliminates the need for additional cabling, thereby reducing deployment costs and complexity. The present work focuses on efficient data transmission over power lines, addressing the challenges of channel noise, attenuation, and interference. Modulation techniques such as Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) and Binary Phase Shift Keying (BPSK) are explored to enhance robustness and spectral efficiency. Applications of PLC in smart grids, home automation, industrial systems, and transportation demonstrate its versatility and growing importance in modern communication networks. The proposed study highlights the advantages of PLC, along with design considerations for achieving higher reliability, scalability, and energy efficiency in real-world implementations.

Keywords

Power Line Communication, PLC, PLCC, Power Line Carrier Communication, OFDM, BPSK, FSK, ASK, NB-PLC, BB-PLC, Modulation, De-modulation


Citation of this Article

Prasang Bhardwaj, & Dr. Ankit Garg. (2026). Efficient Data Transmission Using Power Line Communication (PLC). International Research Journal of Innovations in Engineering and Technology - IRJIET, 10(5), 96-106. Article DOI https://doi.org/10.47001/IRJIET/2026.105013

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