Trends in Electrical Engineering
Volume 16, Issue 1 (2025)
Table of contents
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A Review of Solar-Powered Electric Vehicle Models Handling Unpredictable Changes in Modern Power Grids
Abstract: The transition to Electric Vehicles (EVs) is a critical strategy for mitigating global warming and reducing dependence on diminishing fossil fuel reserves. However, the environmental benefits of EVs are significantly diminished if the charging power is sourced from carbon-intensive electrical grids. To achieve true sustainability, it is vital to integrate Renewable Energy Sources (RES), particularly solar energy, into the charging infrastructure. Beyond transportation, EVs offer a unique opportunity to act …
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Footstep Power Generation Using Piezoelectric Materials: A Renewable Approach for Smart Infrastructure
Abstract: The rapid depletion of fossil fuels and the increasing global demand for sustainable energy have necessitated the development of decentralized energy harvesting systems. This paper presents a comprehensive study on footstep-based power generation using piezoelectric materials as a viable renewable energy solution for smart infrastructure. The proposed system converts mechanical energy generated from human locomotion into electrical energy using optimized piezoelectric transducer arrays integrated beneath floor tiles. The study covers …
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Overheating Prevention System to Improve the Solar Effcicency: Simulation in Logosoft
Abstract: This project aims to improve the efficiency and longevity of solar panels by preventing overheating through an automated cooling system. The system guarantees solar panels operate efficiently, reliably, and sustainably. The proposed system also includes a feedback-based control mechanism that assesses temperature changes on an ongoing basis to enhance cooling cycles and reduce superfluous water consumption. Using LOGO!Soft Comfort software for simulation, the system integrates a temperature sensor to monitor …
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Analysis of Power Quality Disturbances in Distribution Systems with Renewable Energy Integration
Abstract: The growing integration of renewable energy sources within the electrical distribution systems has greatly altered the working dynamics of the contemporary power grids. The introduction of intermittent and nonlinear sources (solar photovoltaic and wind energy systems) leads to a wide range of power quality disturbances, however. The current paper includes the in-depth examination of the problem of power quality in the distribution systems with the integration of renewable energy. The …
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Harmonic Elimination in Photovoltaic (PV) Systems Using Various Multilevel Inverter Topologies
Abstract: The increasing penetration of photovoltaic (PV) systems into modern power grids necessitates advanced power electronic interfaces capable of delivering high-quality electrical power with minimal harmonic distortion. Multilevel inverters (MLIs) have emerged as an effective solution due to their ability to synthesize near-sinusoidal output voltages with reduced switching losses and electromagnetic interference. This study presents a comprehensive investigation of harmonic elimination in grid-connected PV systems using 5-level, 7-level, and 11-level multilevel …
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Design and Implementation of an Arduino-Based Wireless Power Consumption Monitoring and Control System
Abstract: The increasing demand for electricity and the inefficiencies associated with traditional metering systems necessitate the development of advanced solutions for monitoring and controlling power consumption. This study presents the design and implementation of an Arduino-based wireless power consumption monitoring and control system aimed at providing real-time feedback and efficient energy management. The system incorporates the Arduino Uno R3 microcontroller, ACS712 current sensor, relay module, and Ethernet shield to enable accurate …
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Battery Management System (BMS)
Abstract: This review of the literature delves into the changes, structure, and the latest BMS (Battery Management Systems) technologies implemented in electric vehicles, smart grids, and energy storage, respectively. The studies emphasize the need for accurate battery modeling, advanced estimation algorithms, robust hardware design, and safety regulations. The research describes how contemporary BMSs perform integration of modeling, monitoring, control, cell balancing, and diagnostics in order to facilitate safe and energy- efficient …
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Acoustic Sensing for City Flow: Quasi-Supervised Recognition of Sirens and Traffic for Urban Mobility Intelligence
Abstract: This paper frames environmental audio as a mobility telemetry source, extending a benchmark urban-sound corpus with transportation-critical classes—ambulance, firetruck, police, and traffic—and training spectrogram-based models under a quasi-supervised regime to support real-time city operations; leveraging 10-fold protocols, class-weighted objectives, and audiospecific augmentations (time stretch, pitch shift, SpecAugment, PatchAugment), the system benchmarks multiple CNN backbones combined with self-supervised learning paradigms enable the extraction of rich, discriminative acoustic representations, achieving strong multi-class …
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A Study on Precision Blood Propulsion in Motor-Driven Artificial Hearts
Abstract: The development of biocompatible, energy-efficient pumping mechanisms is pivotal for advancing artificial heart (AH) technology. This study explores a motor-driven centrifugal pump designed to replicate the physiological dynamics of natural ventricles while mitigating complications associated with conventional axial and pulsatile systems. The proposed system employs a brushless DC motor with closed-loop control, integrated with pressure and flow sensors to modulate rotational speed (RPM) and generate biomimetic cardiac output. The suggested …
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Very Short-Term Load Forecasting Using Gaussian Process Regression
Abstract: Very Short-Term Load Forecasting (VSTLF) is critical for real-time grid stability, frequency control, and economic dispatch. This study proposes a Gaussian Process Regression (GPR)-based framework for one-hour-ahead load forecasting using hourly data from January 2020 to April 2024 for Delhi, India. The model incorporates meteorological data such as temperature, humidity, and dew point with lagged load values. The research takes into account time-related dependencies and seasonal changes in order to …
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