VNN-DM: a vector neural network-based detection model for time synchronization attacks in park-level energy internet

Abstract

Micro phasor measurement units (µPMUs) provide high-precision voltage and current phasor data, allowing real-time state estimation and fault detection, which are critical for the stability and reliability of modern power systems. However, their reliance on accurate time synchronization makes them vulnerable to time synchronization attacks (TSAs), which can disrupt grid monitoring and control by corrupting µPMU data. Addressing these vulnerabilities is essential to ensure the secure and resilient operation of smart grids and energy internet technologies. To address these challenges, intelligent detection methods are essential. Therefore, this paper proposes a µPMU measurement data TSA detection model based on vector neural networks (VNNs). This model initially employs a vector neural network to process raw data, effectively extracting and analyzing temporal features. During the same time, a capsule network is employed to classify these temporal features. On this basis, a reconstruction network is used to verify the representational capacity of the model. Simulations based on µPMU measurement data demonstrate that the model exhibits excellent detection capacity in various performance metrics, underscoring its precision and robustness.

Keywords

Time synchronization attack / vector neural networks / µPMUs / park-level energy internet / attack detection