Power System Engineering

20 Years

Graduate Level	:	1. Electrical Machines(AC & DC), 2. Control System Engineering, 3. Network Theory, 4. Electrical Measurements and Instrumentation, 5. High Voltage Engineering 6. Basic Electrical Engineering
Post Graduate Level	:	1. FACTS Modeling Control and Applications, 2. Power System Analysis

1. Modeling, Simulation and analysis of Power System Operation and Control 2. Automatic Generation Control 3. FACTS Devices 4. Deregulation and Restructured Power Systems 5. Application Soft Computing in Electrical Engineering

Ph. D. Candidates	:	Awarded: 07, Ongoing: 04
M. Tech. Candidates	:	Awarded: 25

1. Fellow of the Institution of Engineers (India). (F-1199567) 2. Life Member of Indian Society for Technical Education (ISTE). (LM77322)

1. R.K.Sahu, G.T. Chandra Sekhar and S. Panda (2015) “A hybrid DE - PS algorithm for load frequency control under deregulated power system with UPFC and RFB ” Ain Shams Engineering Journal (Elsevier), Vol. 6, No.3, pp. 893 - 911. (Source Normalized Impact per Paper (SNIP): 1.027).
2. Dillip Kumar Sahoo, R.K.Sahu, G.T. Chandra Sekhar and S. Panda “A novel modified differential evolution algorithm optimized fuzzy proportional integral derivative controller for load frequency control with thyristor controlled series compensator” Journal of Electrical System and Information Technology (Elsevier),  (Article in press).
3. R.K.Sahu, S. Panda, A. Biswal and G.T. Chandra Sekhar (2016) “Design and analysis of tilt integral derivative controller with filter for load frequency control of multi - area interconnected power systems” ISA Transactions (Elsevier), Vol. 61, pp. 251 - 264. (Impact Factor: 3.394).
4. R.K.Sahu, S. Panda, U. K. Rout and D K Sahoo (2016) “Teaching learning based optimization algorithm for automatic generation control of power system using 2 - DOF PID controller” International Journal of Electrical Power and Energy Systems (Elsevier), Vol. 77, pp. 287 - 301. (Impact Factor: 3.289).
5. R.K. Sahu, G.T. Chandra Sekhar and Sidhartha Panda (2016)  “Automatic generation control of multi - area power systems with diverse energy sources using Teaching Learning Based Optimization algorithm” Engineering Science and Technology: an International Journal (Elsevier), Vol. 19, No.1, pp. 113 - 134.
6. G.T.Chandra Sekhar, R.K.Sahu and S.Panda  “Firefly Algorithm Optimized PID Controller for Automatic Generation Control with Redox Flow Battery” International Journal of Computational Systems Engineering (Inderscience), Vol. 3, Nos. 1/2, pp. 48-57.
7. P.C.Pradhan, R.K. Sahu and Sidhartha Panda (2016) “Firefly algorithm optimized fuzzy PID controller for AGC of multi area multi source power systems with UPFC and SMES” Engineering Science and Technology: an International Journal (Elsevier), Vol. 19, No.1, pp. 338 - 354.
8. G.T. Chandra Sekhar, R.K. Sahu, A.K. Baliarsingh and Sidhartha Panda (2016)  “Load frequency control of power system under deregulated environment using optimal firefly algorithm” International Journal of Electrical Power and Energy Systems (Elsevier), Vol. 74, pp. 195 - 211. (Impact Factor: 3.289).
9. G.T. Chandra Sekhar, R.K.Sahu and S. Panda (2015) “Application of Firefly Algorithm for AGC Under Deregulated Power System” Volume 31 of  the series Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies (Springer), Vol.1, pp. 677 - 687. DOI 10.1007/978 - 81 - 322 - 2205 - 7_62
10. G.T. Chandra Sekhar, R.K.Sahu and S. Panda (2015) “DE Optimized PID Controller with Derivative Filter for AGC of Interconnected Restructured Power System” Volume 411 of the series Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing (Springer), Vol.2, pp. 395 - 403. DOI 10.1007/978 - 81 - 322 - 2731 - 1_37
11. R.K.Sahu, S. Panda and Saroj Padhan (2015) “A hybrid firefly algorithm and pattern search technique for automatic generation control of multi area power systems” International Journal of Electrical Power and Energy Systems (Elsevier), Vol. 64, pp.9 - 23. (Impact Factor: 3.289).
12. R.K.Sahu, S. Panda and G.T. Chandra Sekhar (2015) “A novel hybrid PSO - PS optimized fuzzy PI controller for AGC in multi area interconnected power systems” International Journal of Electrical Power and Energy Systems (Elsevier), Vol. 64, pp. 880 - 893. ((Impact Factor: 3.289).
13. R.K.Sahu, G.T. Chandra Sekhar and S. Panda (2015) “DE optimized fuzzy PID controller with derivative filter for LFC of multi source power system in deregulated environment” Ain Shams Engineering Journal (Elsevier), Vol. 6, pp. 511 - 530, (Source Normalized Impact per Paper (SNIP): 1.027).
14. R.K.Sahu S. Panda and Saroj Padhan (2015) “A novel hybrid gravitational search and pattern search algorithm for load frequency control of nonlinear power system” Applied Soft Computing (Elsevier), Vol. 29, pp. 310 - 327. (Impact Factor: 3.541).
15. R.K.Sahu S. Panda and P.C. Pradhan (2015) “Design and analysis of hybrid firefly algorithm - pattern search based fuzzy PID controller for LFC of multi area power systems” International Journal of Electrical Power and Energy Systems (Elsevier), Vol. 69, pp. 200–212. ((Impact Factor: 3.289).
16. R.Sarathi, R.K.Sahu and P.Rajesh Kumar,T.Tanaka (2006), “Understanding the performance of Epoxy Nanocomposites - A Physico - Chemical Approach” IEEJ Trans. on Fundamentals and Materials,Vol.126, No.11, pp.1112 - 1120.
17. G.T. Chandra Sekhar, R.K.Sahu and S. Panda (2015) “AGC of a multi - area power system under deregulated environment using redox flow batteries and interline power flow controller” Engineering Science and Technology: an International Journal (Elsevier), Vol. 18,No.4, pp. 555 - 578.
18. Saroj Padhan, R.K.Sahu and S. Panda (2014) “Automatic generation control with thyristor controlled series compensator including superconducting magnetic energy storage units” Ain Shams Engineering Journal (Elsevier), Vol. 5, pp.759–774. (Source Normalized Impact per Paper (SNIP): 1.027).
19. R.K.Sahu, S. Panda and Saroj Padhan (2014) “Optimal gravitational search algorithm for automatic generation control of interconnected power systems” Ain Shams Engineering Journal (Elsevier), Vol. 5, pp.721–733. (Source Normalized Impact per Paper (SNIP): 1.027).
20. Saroj Padhan, R.K. Sahu and S. Panda (2014) “Application of firefly algorithm for load frequency control of multi area interconnected power system” Electric Power Components and Systems (Taylor & Francis), Vol. 42, No. 13, pp. 1419–1430. (Impact Factor: 1.22).
21. R.K. Sahu, S. Panda and Saroj Padhan (2014) “A novel hybrid DEPS optimized fuzzy PI/PID controller for load frequency control of multi area interconnected power systems” Journal of Process Control (Elsevier), Vol. 24, No. 10, pp.1596–1608. (Impact Factor: 2.700)..
22. R.K.Sahu, S. Panda, U.K.Rout and P Raul (2013) “Application of Gravitational Search Algorithm for Load Frequency Control of Multi Area Power System” Journal ofBioinformatics and Intelligent Control, Vol.2,No.3, pp.200–210.
23. U.K.Rout, R.K.Sahu and S. Panda (2013) “Design and analysis of differential evolution algorithm based automatic generation control for interconnected power system” Ain Shams Engineering Journal (Elsevier), Vol.4, No.3, pp.409–421. (Source Normalized Impact per Paper (SNIP): 1.027).
24. R. K. Sahu, S.Panda and U.K.Rout (2013) “DE optimized parallel 2 - DOF PID controller for load frequency control of power system with governor dead - band nonlinearity” International Journal of Electrical Power and Energy Systems (Elsevier),Vol. 49 , pp.19–33. ((Impact Factor: 3.289).
25. S. Panda and R.K.Sahu (2009) “Modelling, Simulation and Optimal Design of a TCSC - based Controller in a Power System” International Journal Engineering Systems Modelling and Simulation (Inderscience), Vol.01, No.04, pp.222 - 230.
26. R.Sarathi, R.K.Sahu and M.G.Danikas (2009) “Understanding the Mechanical Properties of epoxy nanocomposite insulating materials" Journal of Electrical Engineering, Vol.60, No.06, pp. 358 - 361. (Impact Factor: 0.524).
27. R.Sarathi, R.K.Sahu and T.Tanaka (2008) “Understanding the hydrophobic characteristics of Epoxy   Nanocomposites using wavelet and fractal technique” IEEE Trans. On Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation, Vol.15, No.01, pp.178 - 186. . (Impact Factor: 2.115).
28. R.Sarathi, R.K.Sahu and P.Rajesh Kumar (2007) “Electrical, Mechanical and Thermal properties of Epoxy Nanocomposites” International Journal of Materials Science and Engineering: A (Elsevier), Vol. 445 - 446, pp.567 - 578. (Impact Factor: 3.094).
29. R.Sarathi, P.Rajesh Kumar and R.K.Sahu (2007), “Analysis of Surface Degradation of Epoxy Nanocomposite due to tracking under AC and DC voltages” Polymer Degradation  and Stability(Elsevier), Vol. 92, No.4, pp.560 - 568. (Impact Factor: 3.386)..

International Publications

1. R.K.Sahu, S. Panda, U.K.Rout and P Raul (2013) “Application of Gravitational Search Algorithm for Load Frequency Control of Multi Area Power System” Journal ofBioinformatics and Intelligent Control, Vol.2,No.3, pp.200–210.
2. U.K.Rout, R.K.Sahu and S. Panda (2013) “Design and analysis of differential evolution algorithm based automatic generation control for interconnected power system” Ain Shams Engineering Journal (Elsevier), Vol.4, No.3, pp.409–421. (Source Normalized Impact per Paper (SNIP): 1.027).
3. R. K. Sahu, S.Panda and U.K.Rout (2013) “DE optimized parallel 2 - DOF PID controller for load frequency control of power system with governor dead - band nonlinearity” International Journal of Electrical Power and Energy Systems (Elsevier),Vol. 49 , pp.19–33. ((Impact Factor: 3.289).
4. S. Panda and R.K.Sahu (2009) “Modelling, Simulation and Optimal Design of a TCSC - based Controller in a Power System” International Journal Engineering Systems Modelling and Simulation (Inderscience), Vol.01, No.04, pp.222 - 230.
5. R.Sarathi, R.K.Sahu and M.G.Danikas (2009) “Understanding the Mechanical Properties of epoxy nanocomposite insulating materials" Journal of Electrical Engineering, Vol.60, No.06, pp. 358 - 361. (Impact Factor: 0.524).
6. R.Sarathi, R.K.Sahu and T.Tanaka (2008) “Understanding the hydrophobic characteristics of Epoxy   Nanocomposites using wavelet and fractal technique” IEEE Trans. On Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation, Vol.15, No.01, pp.178 - 186. . (Impact Factor: 2.115).
7. R.Sarathi, R.K.Sahu and P.Rajesh Kumar (2007) “Electrical, Mechanical and Thermal properties of Epoxy Nanocomposites” International Journal of Materials Science and Engineering: A (Elsevier), Vol. 445 - 446, pp.567 - 578. (Impact Factor: 3.094).
8. Dillip Kumar Sahoo, R.K.Sahu, G.T. Chandra Sekhar and S. Panda “A novel modified differential evolution algorithm optimized fuzzy proportional integral derivative controller for load frequency control with thyristor controlled series compensator” Journal of Electrical System and Information Technology (Elsevier),  (Article in press).
9. R.K.Sahu, S. Panda, A. Biswal and G.T. Chandra Sekhar (2016) “Design and analysis of tilt integral derivative controller with filter for load frequency control of multi - area interconnected power systems” ISA Transactions (Elsevier), Vol. 61, pp. 251 - 264. (Impact Factor: 3.394).
10. R.K.Sahu, S. Panda, U. K. Rout and D K Sahoo (2016) “Teaching learning based optimization algorithm for automatic generation control of power system using 2 - DOF PID controller” International Journal of Electrical Power and Energy Systems (Elsevier), Vol. 77, pp. 287 - 301. (Impact Factor: 3.289).
11. R.K. Sahu, G.T. Chandra Sekhar and Sidhartha Panda (2016)  “Automatic generation control of multi - area power systems with diverse energy sources using Teaching Learning Based Optimization algorithm” Engineering Science and Technology: an International Journal (Elsevier), Vol. 19, No.1, pp. 113 - 134.
12. G.T.Chandra Sekhar, R.K.Sahu and S.Panda  “Firefly Algorithm Optimized PID Controller for Automatic Generation Control with Redox Flow Battery” International Journal of Computational Systems Engineering (Inderscience), Vol. 3, Nos. 1/2, pp. 48-57.
13. P.C.Pradhan, R.K. Sahu and Sidhartha Panda (2016) “Firefly algorithm optimized fuzzy PID controller for AGC of multi area multi source power systems with UPFC and SMES” Engineering Science and Technology: an International Journal (Elsevier), Vol. 19, No.1, pp. 338 - 354.
14. G.T. Chandra Sekhar, R.K. Sahu, A.K. Baliarsingh and Sidhartha Panda (2016)  “Load frequency control of power system under deregulated environment using optimal firefly algorithm” International Journal of Electrical Power and Energy Systems (Elsevier), Vol. 74, pp. 195 - 211. (Impact Factor: 3.289).
15. G.T. Chandra Sekhar, R.K.Sahu and S. Panda (2015) “Application of Firefly Algorithm for AGC Under Deregulated Power System” Volume 31 of  the series Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies (Springer), Vol.1, pp. 677 - 687. DOI 10.1007/978 - 81 - 322 - 2205 - 7_62
16. G.T. Chandra Sekhar, R.K.Sahu and S. Panda (2015) “DE Optimized PID Controller with Derivative Filter for AGC of Interconnected Restructured Power System” Volume 411 of the series Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing (Springer), Vol.2, pp. 395 - 403. DOI 10.1007/978 - 81 - 322 - 2731 - 1_37
17. R.K.Sahu, S. Panda and Saroj Padhan (2015) “A hybrid firefly algorithm and pattern search technique for automatic generation control of multi area power systems” International Journal of Electrical Power and Energy Systems (Elsevier), Vol. 64, pp.9 - 23. (Impact Factor: 3.289).
18. R.Sarathi, P.Rajesh Kumar and R.K.Sahu (2007), “Analysis of Surface Degradation of Epoxy Nanocomposite due to tracking under AC and DC voltages” Polymer Degradation  and Stability(Elsevier), Vol. 92, No.4, pp.560 - 568. (Impact Factor: 3.386)..
19. R.K.Sahu, S. Panda and G.T. Chandra Sekhar (2015) “A novel hybrid PSO - PS optimized fuzzy PI controller for AGC in multi area interconnected power systems” International Journal of Electrical Power and Energy Systems (Elsevier), Vol. 64, pp. 880 - 893. ((Impact Factor: 3.289).
20. R.K.Sahu, G.T. Chandra Sekhar and S. Panda (2015) “DE optimized fuzzy PID controller with derivative filter for LFC of multi source power system in deregulated environment” Ain Shams Engineering Journal (Elsevier), Vol. 6, pp. 511 - 530, (Source Normalized Impact per Paper (SNIP): 1.027).
21. R.K.Sahu S. Panda and Saroj Padhan (2015) “A novel hybrid gravitational search and pattern search algorithm for load frequency control of nonlinear power system” Applied Soft Computing (Elsevier), Vol. 29, pp. 310 - 327. (Impact Factor: 3.541).
22. R.K.Sahu S. Panda and P.C. Pradhan (2015) “Design and analysis of hybrid firefly algorithm - pattern search based fuzzy PID controller for LFC of multi area power systems” International Journal of Electrical Power and Energy Systems (Elsevier), Vol. 69, pp. 200–212. ((Impact Factor: 3.289).
23. R.K.Sahu, G.T. Chandra Sekhar and S. Panda (2015) “A hybrid DE - PS algorithm for load frequency control under deregulated power system with UPFC and RFB ” Ain Shams Engineering Journal (Elsevier), Vol. 6, No.3, pp. 893 - 911. (Source Normalized Impact per Paper (SNIP): 1.027).
24. G.T. Chandra Sekhar, R.K.Sahu and S. Panda (2015) “AGC of a multi - area power system under deregulated environment using redox flow batteries and interline power flow controller” Engineering Science and Technology: an International Journal (Elsevier), Vol. 18,No.4, pp. 555 - 578.
25. Saroj Padhan, R.K.Sahu and S. Panda (2014) “Automatic generation control with thyristor controlled series compensator including superconducting magnetic energy storage units” Ain Shams Engineering Journal (Elsevier), Vol. 5, pp.759–774. (Source Normalized Impact per Paper (SNIP): 1.027).
26. R.K.Sahu, S. Panda and Saroj Padhan (2014) “Optimal gravitational search algorithm for automatic generation control of interconnected power systems” Ain Shams Engineering Journal (Elsevier), Vol. 5, pp.721–733. (Source Normalized Impact per Paper (SNIP): 1.027).
27. Saroj Padhan, R.K. Sahu and S. Panda (2014) “Application of firefly algorithm for load frequency control of multi area interconnected power system” Electric Power Components and Systems (Taylor & Francis), Vol. 42, No. 13, pp. 1419–1430. (Impact Factor: 1.22).
28. R.K. Sahu, S. Panda and Saroj Padhan (2014) “A novel hybrid DEPS optimized fuzzy PI/PID controller for load frequency control of multi area interconnected power systems” Journal of Process Control (Elsevier), Vol. 24, No. 10, pp.1596–1608. (Impact Factor: 2.700)..
29. R.Sarathi, R.K.Sahu and P.Rajesh Kumar,T.Tanaka (2006), “Understanding the performance of Epoxy Nanocomposites - A Physico - Chemical Approach” IEEJ Trans. on Fundamentals and Materials,Vol.126, No.11, pp.1112 - 1120.

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Application of AI Techniques to Power System Operation and Control, AICTE, 02.05.2016-07.05.2016

1. Dean, Faculty and Planning, VSSUT,Burla wef 11th June 2021 to 20th Oct. 2022 2. Chairman, House allotment, VSSUT,Burla wef 1st May 2019 to 28th July 2022 3. HOD, Electrical Engineering and EEE Department, VSSUT, Burla wef 3rd Feb. 2015 to 2nd Feb. 2018 4. Member, Academic Council , VSSUT, Burla, wef 3rd Feb. 2015 to 2nd Feb. 2018 5. Member, Examination Committee, VSSUT, Burla wef 3rd Feb. 2015 to 2nd Feb. 2018 6. Chairman, Conducting Board of Examinations, Electrical Engineering and EEE Department wef 3rd Feb. 2015 to 2nd Feb. 2018 7. Chairman, Board of Studies, Electrical Engineering and EEE Department, VSSUT, Burla wef 3rd Feb. 2015 to 2nd Feb. 2018 8. Chairman, Departmental Academic Committee (DAC), Electrical Engineering and EEE Department, VSSUT, Burla wef 3rd Feb. 2015 to 2nd Feb. 2018 9. Member, Departmental Academic Committee (DAC), EEE Department, VSSUT, Burla wef 28th Jan . 2020 to Continued 10. Chairman, Electrical Maintenance, VSSUT,Burla wef 5th June 2009 to 7th Jan. 2013 11. Warden, Ladies Hostel, Visakha Hall of Residence, VSSUT, wef 3rd June 2010 to 2nd June 2012 12. Prof. I/C, University Guest House, VSSUT,Burla wef 1st April 2010 to 8th Jan. 2013 13. Vice President, Music Club, VSSUT,Burla 2009 to 2011 14. Co-ordinator, NSS, VSSUT,Burla 2011 to 2012 15. Member, University Purchase Committee (UPC), VSSUT, Burla wef 3rd Feb. 2015 to 2nd Feb. 2018 16. Member of Selection Committee, Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) Govt. of Odisha 17. Expert Committee Member, AICTE 18. Peer Team Member, NAAC

• Any other Distinction

  Regular Reviewer of International Journals namely,

  1. IEEE Transactions on Power Systems.
  2. IET Generation, Transmission & Distribution.
  3. International Journal of Electrical Power Energy Systems (Elsevier).
  4. Journal of The Franklin Institute (Elsevier).
  5. Ain Shams Engineering Journal (Elsevier).
  6. Alexandria Engineering Journal (Elsevier).
  7. Electric Power Components and Systems (Taylor & Francis).
  8. International Transactions on Electrical Energy Systems.
  9. IEEE/CAA Journal of Automatica Sinica
  10. IET Renewable Power Generation
  11. Journal of Process Control(Elsevier)
  12. Control Engineering Practice(Elsevier)
  13. Energy Conversion and Management(Elsevier)
  14. Information Sciences(Elsevier)

 

Present Address :  QR No. 3R/4, Professor Colony, VSSUT, Burla, Sambalpur, Odisha-768018, India.

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