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Research Interests
Recent research:
This body’s work advances reliability, protection, and optimization in electrical power systems, with a strong emphasis on low- and medium-voltage distribution networks, microgrids, and smart protection strategies. The studies integrate data-driven and metaheuristic approaches (clustering, Ant Colony Optimization, Wavelet transforms, and minimum spanning trees) to improve fault detection, localization, and response, as well as to optimize protection coordination and relay placement. Collectively, the work demonstrates how advanced signal processing and optimization techniques can enhance system resilience, reduce fault impact, and improve safety in distribution networks while leveraging simulation tools (e.g., CYME) and practical case studies. The research highlights the critical role of intelligent protection schemes, fault localization, and coordinated protection device configurations in preventing outages and safeguarding lives in electrical grids.
Key Topics:
This body’s work advances reliability, protection, and optimization in electrical power systems, with a strong emphasis on low- and medium-voltage distribution networks, microgrids, and smart protection strategies. The studies integrate data-driven and metaheuristic approaches (clustering, Ant Colony Optimization, Wavelet transforms, and minimum spanning trees) to improve fault detection, localization, and response, as well as to optimize protection coordination and relay placement. Collectively, the work demonstrates how advanced signal processing and optimization techniques can enhance system resilience, reduce fault impact, and improve safety in distribution networks while leveraging simulation tools (e.g., CYME) and practical case studies. The research highlights the critical role of intelligent protection schemes, fault localization, and coordinated protection device configurations in preventing outages and safeguarding lives in electrical grids.
Key Topics:
- Power Systems, Renewable Energy & Microgrids
- Optimization, Operations Research & Decision Support
- Control Systems, Automation & Industrial Control (SCADA/PLC)
- Sensors, Instrumentation & Measurement Systems
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 7 Affordable and Clean Energy
Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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Research output
- 3 Article
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Optimization of Impedance Relay Placement in Medium-Voltage Electrical Distribution Systems through Clustering Algorithms and Metaheuristics
Arpi, J., Zambrano, A., Robles, P. & Ochoa Correa, D., Jun 2024, In: Energies. 17, 12, 2966.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Protection for prevention of human electrocution in low-voltage distribution systems with declared load of 12 kVA
Pesantez, D., Correa, D. & Robles, P., Apr 2023, In: Electric Power Systems Research. 217, 109038.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Study for localization of fault in the electrical distribution systems
Gomez, R., Cabrera, D. & Robles, P., 1 Jul 2023, In: Ingenius. 2023, 30, p. 64-78 15 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open Access