Implementation of a Tamper proof GIS operated smart prepaid meter.

Abstract

This report consists of five chapters an appendix and the contents of each of the chapters are described as follows: Chapter one It consists of the background, problem statement, main and specific objectives, significance and the scope of the project Chapter two It consists of the literature review explaining smart meters, types of energy meter readers, existing energy metering systems energy theft and meter tampering techniques, effects of meter tampering comparison between existing system and proposed system of a tamper proof GIS operated smart prepaid meter system and the system components and how each operates. Chapter three Consists of the methodology showing the process how we constructed a working prototype of a tamper proof GIS operated smart prepaid meter system Chapter four This consists of the results obtained and how the results were analyzed Chapter five Consists of the limitations, recommendation and the conclusion of the project showing how the objectives of the project were archived