Smart Grids

This line of research aims at conducting research on Electrical Power Systems, however specifically for Smart Grids. For this purpose, artificial intelligence techniques are available for analysis, planning and operation of electrical systems that include alternative sources of electrical energy. Therefore, the main focus of this line is biased by the Smart Grid and Microgrid concepts. In this line of research, the strong use of power electronics for energy processing and the activation and control of electrical machines stands out. The research conducted within the scope of this line aims to improve decision making for electric energy transmission and distribution concessionaires, power plant generators and also ensure better efficiency and reliability to electrical power systems. Moreover, residential, commercial and industrial consumers are included in this line due to research aimed at demand-side management, in which software for smart meters and data transmission from these meters to utilities are considered (research done jointly with the Digital Signal Processing line).

Faculty members:

• Dr. Amilcar Gonçalves
• Dr. Guilherme G. Lage
• Dr. Paulo Roberto Ubaldo Guazzelli
• Dr. Ricardo Fernandes
• Dra. Tatiane Cristina da Costa Fernandes