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Research Interests
The collection of works presents a cohesive program at the intersection of manufacturing systems, energy systems, automation, robotics, and intelligent sensing. Across workshops and field deployments, the research advances include: (1) predictive maintenance and IoT-enabled monitoring in express mechanical workshops through sensorization and AI-driven data interpretation to reduce costs, energy use, and downtime; (2) intelligent dosage and treatment optimization in drinking water plants using neural networks to minimize dependence on highly trained personnel, with robust evaluation via MAPE and RMSE; (3) aerodynamic and structural optimization of wind turbine components, validating materials and airfoils through MATLAB/Simulink and FAST to enhance power generation in DFIG-based microgrids; (4) fault-tolerant maximum power point tracking for permanent magnet synchronous generators, demonstrated via simulations with fault conditions; (5) hierarchical control and SVPWM-based microgrid inverters showing improved voltage/frequency regulation and power sharing; (6) assistive mobility devices for visually impaired users, including ultrasonic and LiDAR-based cane adapters with user-centered, non-invasive designs and programmable alert modes. Together, the works emphasize practical, data-driven control, reliability, and accessibility, with tangible impact on energy efficiency, safe water treatment, renewable integration, and inclusive technologies.
Key Topics:
- Power Systems, Renewable Energy & Microgrids
- Control Systems, Automation & Industrial Control (SCADA/PLC)
- Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning & Data Science
- Manufacturing Systems, Maintenance, Reliability & Predictive Maintenance (PHM)
- Environmental Monitoring, Remote Sensing & Conservation
- Robotics, Autonomous Systems & Control
- Sensors, Instrumentation & Measurement Systems
- Biomedical Engineering, Rehabilitation, Prosthetics & Neurotechnology
- Materials Science, Manufacturing & Additive/Subtractive Processes
- Optics, Photonics, UV Technologies & Emerging Communications
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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Development of a Mobile Crane Prototype for Transferring Patients with Reduced or No Mobility
Chacon Troya, D. P. (PI), Ayala Cruz, E. L. (Col), Reyes Lopez, C. R. (Col), Romero Sacoto, M. A. (Col), Cardenas Cadme, A. E. (Col), Cortez Saravia, D. M. (Col), Zambrano Garcia, J. A. (Col), Lalvay Tocachi, A. R. (Student), Rodrìguez Velecela, A. I. (Student), Romero Verdugo, J. P. (Student), Mogrovejo Macias, A. L. (Student) & Chavez Araujo, L. I. (Student)
31/03/25 → …
Project: Research and Development
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Control Implementation for Maximum Power Point Tracking Control Applied for Wind Energy Conversion Systems
Morales Garcia, J. A. (Col), Ayala Cruz, E. L. (PI) & Muñoz Palomeque, E. G. (Student)
22/05/19 → 27/05/21
Project: Research and Development
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Development and Implementation of a 3D Navigation System Applied to the Localization of Obstacles and Level Changes for Visually Impaired People
Ayala Cruz, E. L. (PI), Tenesaca Llivigañay, E. S. (Student), Angamarca Deleg, S. I. (Student), Pacheco Carchipulla, J. E. (Student), Cedillo Jara, W. A. (Student), Llamatumbi Plaza, D. D. (Student), Pozo Ayala, A. N. (Student) & Yupa Romero, L. F. (Student)
19/01/17 → 27/05/21
Project: Research and Development
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Iot and Ai-based Predictive Maintenance System Design for Express Auto Repair Shops
Heredia Pinos, J. M. & Ayala Cruz, E. L., 30 Jan 2025, In: Revista Técnica Energía. 21, 21, p. 81-86 6 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article
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Aerodynamic Analysis Based on Materials and Shapes of Different Types of Wind Turbine Blades for Wind Energy Production Using Fast and MATLAB Simulink
Jara Chacon, L. D., Cali Sisalima, J. J. & Ayala Cruz, E. L., 2023, Smart Technologies, Systems and Applications - 3rd International Conference, SmartTech-IC 2022, Revised Selected Papers. Narváez, F. R., Urgilés, F., Salgado-Guerrero, J. P. & Bastos-Filho, T. F. (eds.). Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH, p. 414-424 11 p. (Communications in Computer and Information Science; vol. 1705 CCIS).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review
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Prediction of the Optimal Dosage of Poly Aluminum Chloride for Coagulation in Drinking Water Treatment Using Artificial Neural Networks
Izquierdo Verdugo, C. W., Pezantes Dominguez, B. E. & Ayala Cruz, E. L., 14 Jun 2023, In: Revista Técnica Energía. 1, 1, p. 93-99 7 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article
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Intelligent White Cane for Visually Impaired People Based on an Ultrasonic Sensor
Pozo, N., Yupa, F. & Ayala, E., 2022, Communication, Smart Technologies and Innovation for Society - Proceedings of CITIS 2021. Rocha, Á., López-López, P. C. & Salgado-Guerrero, J. P. (eds.). Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH, p. 645-657 13 p. (Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies; vol. 252).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review
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Robust Control Design Solution for a Permanent Magnet Synchronous Generator of a Wind Turbine Model
Ayala, E. & Simani, S., 2022, In: IFAC-PapersOnLine. 55, 6, p. 569-574 6 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Conference article › peer-review
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