Thursday, April 12th      
             
8:30  - 8:50   Opening session
8:50  - 9:35   Keynote Lecture 1.1
9:35  - 9:50   Coffe break
9:50  - 11:30   Session 1.1 Session 1.2 Session 1.3
11:30  - 13:10   Session 1.4 Session 1.5 Session 1.6
13:10  - 14:50   Lunch
14:55  - 15:40   Keynote Lecture 1.2
15:40  - 17:20   Session 1.7 Session 1.8 Session 1.9
             
             
Friday, April 13th        
             
8:30  - 9:15   Keynote Lecture 2.1
9:15  - 9:30   Coffe break
9:30  - 11:10   Session 2.1 Session 2.2 Session 2.3
11:10  - 12:50   Session 2.4 Session 2.5 Session 2.6
12:50  - 14:30   Lunch
14:35  - 15:20   Keynote Lecture 2.2
15:20  - 17:00   Poster Session
17:15       Gala dinner
             
             
Saturday, April 14th      
             
8:30  - 9:15   Keynote Lecture 3.1
9:15  - 9:30   Coffe break
9:30  - 11:10   Session 3.1 Session 3.2 Session 3.3
11:10  - 12:50   Session 3.4 Session 3.5 Session 3.6
12:50  - 14:30   Lunch
14:35  - 15:20   Keynote Lecture 3.2
15:20  - 17:00   Session 3.7 Session 3.8 Session 3.9


Keynote Lecture 1.1

 

Bimal K. Bose, University of Tennessee, U.S.A.

 

"Energy, Environment and Importance of Power Electronics "

   
   

Session 1.1 - Wind Technologies

68

Wind Tunnel Tests on a Wind Turbine with Contractor and Diffuser Arrangement

159

An analytical method to minimize dynamic foundation forces caused by transient torques in the air gap of an asynchronous machine

163

Unit Commitment and Dispatch Strategies for a Wind Park

178

Transient Analysis of Crete’s Power System with Increased Wind Power Penetration

224

Use of Simulated Annealing for optimizing capacity and location of STATCOM in Grids with Large Scale Wind Generation

   

 

 

Session 1.2 - Power electronics (Active Filters)

20

System Integrated Active Power Filter for Three Phase Rectifier Applications

112

A New Control Scheme of Hybrid Active Filter Using Self-Tuning-Filter

197

Optimization of an Improved Sliding Mode Controller for Shunt Active Power

206

Parameters of Active Power Filter Controllers in an Industrial Power System

248

A Combined Series Active Filter and Passive Filters for Harmonics, Unbalances and Flicker Compensation

 

 

 

 

Session 1.3 - Power Electronics (Converters)

195

A new space vector current control of the three phase PWM rectifier

207

Three-Phase Four-Switch PFC and Its Analytical Model

222

Temperature Controller of the Sample of a Fast Field Cycling NMR Spectrometer

242

Direct Active and Reactive Power Control of AC/DC/AC Converter with Permanent Magnet Synchronous Generator for Sea Wave Converter

 

 

 

 

Session 1.4 - Induction Machines Fault Detection

81

The remote surveillance device in monitoring and diagnosis of induction motor by using a PDA.

83

Induction Motors Modeling and Fuzzy Logic Based Turn-To-Turn Fault Detection and Location

147

Protection of Induction Motor Using PLC

174

The Use of Instantaneous Phase-Angle Signature Analysis for Airgap Eccentricity Diagnosis in Three-Phase Induction Motors

187

Statistic Moment Based Method for the Detection and Diagnosis of Induction Motor Stator Fault

 

 

 

 

Session 1.5 - Energy Storage

97

Storage Electrical Energy Assessment in Real Time of Lead-acid Batteries

154

Charge-Pump Phase-Locked-based Battery Pulse Charge System

220

Batteries and Ultracapacitors Set in Hybrid Propulsion Systems

223

Electric Bicycle Supplied by an Electronic Converter Using Distinct Forms of Energy Storage

235

Study and control of a magnetic bearing for flywheel energy storage

 

 

 

 

Session 1.6 - Modelling and Control of Electrical Machines I

74

A High Performance Decoupling Control of Induction Motor with Efficient Flux Estimator

75

Genetic Algorithm Based Fast Speed Response Induction Motor Drive without Speed Encoder

132

Aspects Regarding Dynamic Regimes of Induction Motor Control by the Stator Flux

170

A Saturated Induction Machine Model with Series Iron Losses Resistance

230

Experimental evaluation on parameter identification of induction motor using continuous-time approaches

   

 

 

Keynote Lecture 1.2

 

Ramu Krishnan, Virginia Tech, U.S.A.

 

"Switched Reluctance Motor Drives – Past, Present and Future"

   

 

 

Session 1.7 - Electrical Machines Design

12

Homopolar Inverter Design Study

22

Analytical Design of a Claw-Pole Motor for Electrical Water Pump Applications

217

Permanent Magnet Generator Designing Guidelines

227

Case Study in the Design of HTS Machines: an All Superconducting Linear Synchronous Motor

231

Guidelines for Designing Concentrated Winding Fractional Slot Permanent Magnet Machines

 

 

 

 

Session 1.8 - Energy and Storage Resources

138

Increasing Renewable Energy Penetration in Isolated Grids Using a Flywheel Energy Storage System

142

A Systematic Computational Procedure for Assessing Small-Scale Cogeneration Application Schemes

167

Modeling the Probability of Fuel Desulfurization

202

Estimating future power generation unbalance in the Portuguese power system due to increasing integration of renewable sources

228

Beyond the Electricity-only Production: Towards a Distributed Multi-Generation World

 

 

 

 

Session 1.9 - Power System Computation Techniques I

113

New Methods for Distribution Network Reconfiguration from Multicriteria Decision-Making

145

Online Management of MicroGrid with Battery Storage Using Multiobjective Optimization

156

Automatic priority of the maintenance activities in distribution systems using multicriterial analysis and fuzzy techniques

169

Analyze of Multi-Objective Methods Applied to Distributed Generation Systems

215

A Multi-Agent Differential Evolution Algorithm for Optimal Reactive Power Dispatch in Electricity Markets

   

 

 

Keynote Lecture 2.1

 

Marian Kazmierkowski, Warsaw University of Technology, Poland

 

"Sensorless Control of Three-Phase PWM Boost Rectifiers - A Survey "

   

 

 

Session 2.1 - Education

104

An Object-Oriented Graphical Framework for Power System Analysis

150

A Novel Integrated Web Based Learning System for Electric Machines Education

172

Teaching Analog Electronics by PBL

237

Fuel Cell and On-Demand Hydrogen Production: Didactic Demostration Prototype

238

The Discipline and the Energy Efficiency Laboratory (LEENER): Formation, Development and Transference of Technology for the

 

 

 

 

Session 2.2 - Power System Computation Techniques II

88

A Flexible Methodology Based in Fuzzy Logic Rules for Reactive Power Planning of Multiple Shunt FACTS Devices to Enhance System Loadability

179

Fuzzy stabilizers tuned by genetic algorithm in order to improve Power System oscillation damping

200

A Concept for an Operative Platform to Manage Intelligent Buildings

240

An Improved Fuzzy Inference System for Voltage/VAR Control

253

A Dynamic Methodology Based in Hybrid Genetic and Fuzzy Logic Rules with Multi Shunt FACTS Devices to Enhance the Optimal Power Flow

 

 

 

 

Session 2.3 - Modelling and Control of Electrical Machines II

70

Synchronous Generator Model Identification useing Hook and Jeeves Optimization method

76

Iron Losses and Eddy-Current Component Losses in a Three-Phase Three-Limb Transformer Core Subjected to PWM Voltage Excitations

103

Hammerstein modeling of electrical drives: identification by multiple integrators

127

Power Converter For a Linear Switched Reluctance Actuator With Hysteresis Current Controller

186

Design of Line Start PM Motors with High Power Factor

 

 

 

 

Session 2.4 - Fuel Cells

69

A Reformer Model for Fuel Cell Power Systems

93

Simulation for Technical and Economic Analysis of a Hybrid-Fuel-Cell System

168

Interaction between PEM Fuel Cells and Converters for AC Integration

209

Passive Direct Methanol Fuel Cell System with Adaptive Fuel Concentration Control based on Liquid Surface Tension

236

WATER AND HEAT CONSERVATION MODELLING FOR A REFORMATE SUPPLIED FUEL CELL SYSTEM

 

 

 

 

Session 2.5 - Power System Protection

87

A Novel Voltage Transients Base Protection Criterion for T-Type High Voltage Transmission Lines

153

Determination of Power System Voltage Stability using Modal Analysis

162

Automated Coordination and Optimization Tool of Protection Devices for Distribution Systems

165

Ground-Fault Current Transfer at the Transition Station of a Combined Overhead-Cable Line. A Parametric Analysis

247

A Transformer Differential Relay Based on a Multiple Park Transformation

 

 

 

 

Session 2.6 - Power devices and Power Converter Circuits

96

Comprehensive Electro-Thermal Compact Model of a 3.3kV-1200A IGBT-module

114

Analysis of a boost converter with low step-up ratios and reduced voltage stress across the

158

Operation of Three- and Five-phase Diode-clamped Three-level Inverters under Open-circuit Fault Conditions

225

Dead-Time Control System for a Synchronous Buck dc-dc Converter

233

4.2V Tolerant Buck Converter in a Standard 3.3V 0.13µm CMOS Technology

   

 

 

Keynote Lecture 2.2

 

Carlos Couto, University of Minho, Portugal

 

"Power Electronics for Power Quality"

   
   

Poster Session

85

Network Power Flow Control of Variable Speed Wind Turbine

111

Anti-Islanding Protection of Distributed Generation Resources Using Negative Sequence Component of Voltage

117

Intelligent Control for DC-Bus Voltage of Three-Phase AC/DC PWM Converters

118

Analysis and Simulation of the AVR System and Parameters Variation Effects

119

Determination and Allocation of Reactive Power Loss in Deregulated Power Systems in The Presence of Multilateral Multiple Contracts

121

Life Assessment of Power Transformers via Paper Ageing Analysis

129

Survey Cycle of Linear Parabolic Solar Power Plant Design and Control of Collectors Efficiency

131

Transmission System Loss Allocation in Hybrid Electric Power Markets

148

Inverter Switching Frequency Effects on the Rotor Losses of an Axial-Flux Solid-Rotor Core Induction Motor

181

Distance Relay Over-Reaching due to TCSC Presence on Second Circuit of Double Circuit Line

182

Distance Relay Tripping Characteristic in Presence of SSSC on Next Line

185

Improved Functional Dependency Method to Break-Point Determination for Protective System Coordination

188

Development and Analysis of New Type of Switchgear for High Voltage Gas Circuit Breaker

193

Interactive E-Learning: Simulation Of Power Electronic Circuits For Effective Understanding Of Its Performance

204

Realistic Simulation of Reverse Characteristics of 4H-SiC Power Diode

211

Concentrated Wound Permanent Magnet Machines with Different Rotor Designs

234

Analysis and Selection of Neutral Grounding modes in cable distribution Network

244

Correct Prediction of the Vibration Behavior of the High Power Ultrasonic Transducers by FEM Simulation

245

Predictive Optimal Control of Input and Output Currents in Matrix Converters

250

Fuzzy modeling of electric equipment for estimation of technical state and taking the decisions about strategy of further exploitation.

252

Multi-Objective Evolutionary Algorithms (MOEA) for Reactive Power Planning in Electrical Networks - an Overview

   
   

Keynote Lecture 3.1

 

Vladimiro Miranda, University of Porto, Portugal

 

"Combining entropy concepts and evolutionary swarms to obtain better power system models "

   

 

 

Session 3.1 - PV Systems

92

Influence of Harmonic System Voltages on the Harmonic Current Emission of Photovoltaic Inverters

140

Simplification Scheme Of Sun Tracking To Gain High Concentration Solar Energy

201

Validation of Photovoltaic Electrical Models against Manufacturers Data and Experimental Results

218

A photovoltaic cell model based on nominal data only

246

RenH2 – Stand-Alone Energy System Supported by Totally Renewable Hydrogen Production

 

 

 

 

Session 3.2 - Power Transmission

14

Decreasing The Right of Way of Transmission Lines By Using Towers With Polymer Insulation Arms

58

Use of the ATP Draw Software for Studies of Parallelism in Distribution Networks Served by Different-Source Substations

65

Improved and extended DG capability in voltage regulation by reactive and active power

152

INVESTIGATION OF HARMONIC EFFECTS ON UNDERGROUND POWER CABLES

203

EXPERIMENTAL INVESTIGATION OF POWER CABLE PERFORMANCE

 

 

 

 

Session 3.3 - Power Electronics (High Power Converters)

95

Research On neutral Point Potential Balance of three-level Inverter Based On Fuzzy Logic Control Strategy

101

Three-Dimensional Space Vector Modulation Algorithm for Three-Leg Four-Wire Voltage

214

A Six-phase Multilevel Inverter for Medium Voltage Adjustable Speed Drive Systems

221

Predictive Optimal Control for Three-Phase Neutral Point Clamped Multilevel Converters

243

An optimized control technique of PWM-Active Rectifiers with generic number of voltage levels

 

 

 

 

Session 3.4 - Wind Generators

107

Fuuzzy logic based primary frequency control of variable spedd wind generators

130

A New Space-Vector Based Hysteresis Current Control Applied on Three-Level Inverter to Control Active and Reactive Powers of Wind Generator

135

Mathematical Model of the Double Fed Induction Generator for Wind Turbines and its Control Quality

219

Analysis three- and five-phase permanent magnet machines supplying diode bridge rectifiers for small scale wind generators

254

Direct Controlled Matrix Converters in Variable Speed Wind Energy Generation Systems

 

 

 

 

Session 3.5 - Renewable Energy Sources

78

Linear model identification of the Archimedes Wave Swing

128

Numerical Analysis & Experimental Study in Design & Operation Of Three Solar Parabolic Thermal Power Plants

161

Control of a run of river small hydro power plant

216

Strategy evolution of control of extensive district heating systems

229

Assessment of the Emissions due to Cogeneration Microturbines under Different Operation Modes

 

 

 

 

Session 3.6 - Power Quality

86

Fast and Accurate Frequency and Harmonic Estimation Method for On-Line Application in Power System

166

Harmonic analysis based on Kalman Filtering and Prony's method

171

Simulation of transient state impacts from low power DG aiming at improving power quality and reliability of distribution networks

189

Lightning Strokes- Theoretical Model and Determination of Possible Striking Points

194

On-line Detection and Classification of Power Quality Disturbances in a Single-phase Power System

   

 

 

Keynote Lecture 3.2

 

Mohamed A. El-Sharkawi, University of Washington, U.S.A.

 

"Heuristic Optimization "

   

 

 

Session 3.7 - Power Systems Fault Detection

80

Identification of Transformer Internal Faults by Using an RBF Network Based on Dynamical Principle Component Analysis

105

Analyzing Internal Single phase-to-Frame Faults in d-q Axis Model for Stator Windings of Synchronous Machines

146

Detection of Inrush Currents from Fault Conditions in Power Transformers: A Neuro_Fuzzy Approach

157

Joint faults detection in LV switchboard and its global diagnosis, through a Temperature Monitoring System

 

 

 

 

Session 3.8 - Control of AC Drives

115

Nonlinear Control for Speed-Sensorless Synchronous Motors with Damping Windings

139

Hybrid Electric Vehicle Drive with Synchronized PWM

144

Extended Direct Voltage Control of the Stand-Alone Double Fed Induction Generator

155

Digital Control of a Two Phase Motor

164

Active Stabilization Method for the Doubly-Fed Induction Generator Using a Quadrature Inner Control Loop

 

 

 

 

Session 3.9 - Power System Computation Techniques III

53

Demand Forecasting Using Time Series Modelling And Anfis Estimator

98

Comparing Power Flow Equations on a Local Basis for Distribution Networks

102

Modeling/Simulation of Power Distribution in Hybrid Power Systems Using Dynamic-RMS Technique

160

Estimation and Prediction in Load-frequency Control

199

Implementation of different methods for PTDF matrix calculation