Optirural Networks

AI-Integrated Smart Grids & Secure SCADA for U.S. Resilience

Modernizing energy and communications infrastructure with AI, IoT, and cybersecurity—built for underserved and disaster-prone regions.

Business Plan Overview

A focused plan to deliver resilient, secure, and intelligent grid infrastructure—validated through pilots, scaled regionally, and deployed nationwide.

About Us

Optirural Networks is a future U.S.-based venture founded by Md. Shahiduzzaman Rabbi, M.Eng., specializing in AI-powered smart grid optimization, renewable energy integration, and secure SCADA communication systems.

With 5+ years leading large-scale critical infrastructure projects—such as the AI-Based Traffic Management System for Dhaka North City Corporation and the DMR Trunking Communication System for Dhaka Power Distribution Company—Rabbi brings a proven track record in systems integration, reliability, and operational resilience.

Mission

To modernize U.S. energy and communication infrastructure by deploying AI, IoT, and cybersecurity solutions that increase efficiency, enhance resilience, and accelerate the clean-energy transition.

Core Services

Smart Grid Optimization

  • AI-driven load forecasting & adaptive voltage/frequency control
  • Hybrid storage orchestration & DER dispatch

Secure SCADA Systems

  • Encrypted industrial protocols & AI anomaly detection
  • Zero-trust segmentation, DMR-inspired redundant comms

Energy-Integrated Mobility

  • EV charging load balancing, renewable-powered traffic networks
  • Priority routing for emergency services

Predictive Maintenance

  • Edge-based fault detection & asset health monitoring
  • Failure prediction for substations, feeders, and inverters

Why Optirural

Proven Track Record — multi-million-dollar deployments Cross-Domain Expertise — power + transport + comms Security-First — aligns with NIST & CISA standards

Solutions Architecture (At a Glance)

A layered stack from rugged field devices to AI analytics—interoperable, secure, and built to scale.

AI Analytics Layer

Time-series forecasting • Anomaly detection • Causality-aware fault signatures

Controls Layer

Adaptive V/f control • Extremum-seeking MPPT • Inverter coordination

SCADA/OT Layer

Secure telemetry • Role-based access • Encrypted protocols • DMR/LoRa/LTE redundancy

Field Edge Layer

Rugged gateways • PMU/IED integration • IEC 61850 interoperability

Roadmap (5-Year Outlook)

Pilot → Regional Expansion → Nationwide Deployment

Year 1–2: Pilot & Validation

  • Pilots with U.S. utilities & municipalities; SCADA modules for rural substations
  • Train linemen & operators on AI alert interpretation & safe switching
  • Publish papers/blogs; pursue DOE, NSF (CPS), and Energy Access grants

Year 3–4: Regional Expansion

  • Integrate EV charging & microgrids; citywide SCADA automation pilots
  • Form Advisory Council for smart substations; secure local endorsements

Year 5+: Nationwide Deployment

  • Federal partnerships (DOE, NREL, CISA) & multi-state rollouts
  • Production-grade API for utility SCADA & third-party analytics

Phase-Wise Development Plan (Detail)

Phase I — R&D, Simulation & SCADA Toolkit (Q1–Q2 2025)
  • MATLAB/Simulink models of Z-source inverters with ESC MPPT
  • AI-based detection for SCADA alerts; remote switching simulations
  • Deliverables: ESC-ZSI prototype, SCADA dashboard simulation, research submissions, grant concepts
Phase II — Prototype, Pilot & Field Validation (Q3–Q4 2025)
  • Pilot SCADA modules for medium-voltage rural substations in Texas
  • Deliverables: Deployed prototype, two field reports, operator training guide (draft)
Phase III — Vertical Scaling & Microgrid Integration (2026)
  • EV-integrated microgrids & disaster-resilient energy hubs
  • Deliverables: Deployment roadmap for 3+ utilities, SCADA Resilience Score Index, EV storage pilot data
Phase IV — Incorporation & Team Build (2026)
  • Register Texas-based LLC (Beaumont HQ); publish service catalog
  • Launch SCADA 2.0 with AI modules
  • Hire 6–8 roles: SCADA Engineer, Renewable Analyst, Compliance/Safety, EV-Microgrid Specialist, Client Relations, Training Coordinator
  • Deliverables: Team onboarded; 3–5 municipal service contracts
Phase V — National Partnerships & Workforce Training (2027–2028)
  • Engage DOE, ReBuild America, state energy boards
  • Launch SCADA technician training via community colleges in three states
  • Deliverables: Accredited program; deployments in 5+ states; annual resilience report

National Impact

Faster Recovery

Accelerated outage restoration and higher renewable utilization across pilot regions.

Cyber Resilience

Strengthened cybersecurity for critical infrastructure through zero-trust and encrypted OT.

Job Creation

50+ high-tech U.S. jobs within five years across engineering, AI, and cybersecurity.

5-Year Targets (KPIs)

25+
Utilities & Cities Onboarded
50+
Jobs Created (20–25 FTE in first 3 years)
$850K+
Grants & Contracts
4
Commercial SCADA + MPPT Suites
≥35%
Downtime / Fault Reduction
3+
Accredited Training Partners

Compliance: NFPA/OSHA • NIST/CISA alignment • Smart-grid interoperability