IEEE Catalog Number: ISBN:

CFP12POW-PRT 978-1-4673-2727-5

2012 IEEE Power and Energy Society General Meeting

San Diego, California, USA 22-26 July 2012

Pages 1-842

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Maximizing Transmission Capacity through a Minimum Set of Distributed Multi-Type FACTS .......................................................... 1E. Ghahremani, I. Kamwa

A Software Tool for Automated Management and Supervisory Control of Shipboard Integrated Power Systems .............................. 9S. Lahiri, D. Niebur, H. Kwatny, G. Bajpai, A. Beytin, J. Patel, R. Kang

An Efficient Synchronous Machine Model for Electromagnetic Transients ............................................................................................. 16U. Karaagac, J. Mahseredjian, O. Saad

A Modified Clarke’s Transform and Fuzzy Systems Applied to Differential Protection of Power Transformers ............................... 17D. Barbosa, U. Chemin Netto, D. Coury, M. Oleskovicz

Voltages Across an Area of a Network........................................................................................................................................................... 18I. Dobson

Curriculum Development: Transmission Expansion Planning for Systems with Renewable Energy Resources ................................. 19G. Heydt, V. Vittal

Influence of Environmental Constraints on Profit-Based Short-Term Thermal Scheduling.................................................................. 21J. Catalão, V. Mendes

Reactive Power Reserve Management: Preventive Countermeasure for Improving Voltage Stability Margin ................................... 22O. Alizadeh Mousavi, M. Bozorg, A. Ahmadi-Khatir, R. Cherkaoui

CIM for Power Distribution Reform Program in India............................................................................................................................... 29L. Sabari, V. Murthy Balijepalli, J. Thomas, G. Ravi Kumar, S. Khaparde

Multi-Constrained Optimal Power Flow by an Opposition-Based Differential Evolution ...................................................................... 37Y. Chen, C. Chung

Extremal Optimization for Unit Commitment Problem for Power Systems............................................................................................. 44J. Ding, Y. Lu, J. Chu

Location of DC Line Faults in Conventional HVDC Systems with Segments of Cables and Overhead Lines Using Terminal Measurements]................................................................................................................................................................................. 52

K. Nanayakkara, A. Rajapakse

Multi-Objective Wind-Thermal Unit Commitment Considering Wind Power Forecasting Error ........................................................ 53J. Yu, M. Hu

A Robust and Efficient Iterative Scheme for the EMT Simulations of Nonlinear Circuits ..................................................................... 61T. Noda, T. Kikuma

Minimizing the Reactive Support for Distributed Generation: Enhanced Passive Operation and Smart Distribution Networks...................................................................................................................................................................................... 62

L. Ochoa, A. Keane, G. Harrison

Macomber Map: Bringing Situation Awareness to an ISO Control Room ............................................................................................... 63M. Legatt, M. Clark, G. Macomber

Digital Hardware Emulation of Universal Machine and Universal Line Models for Real-Time Electromagnetic Transient Simulation........................................................................................................................................................................................ 68

Y. Chen, V. Dinavahi

Integrating Demand Response and Energy Efficiency Resources into MISO’s Value-Based Transmission Planning Process ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 78

A. Jayam Prabhakar, D. Van Beek, R. Konidena, J. Lawhorn, W. Ng

Self-Organizing Classification and Identification of Miscellaneous Electric Loads ................................................................................. 85L. Du, D. He, Y. Yang, J. Restrepo, B. Lu, R. Harley, T. Habetler

Novel Transmission Line Modeling Method for Nonlinear Permeance Network Based Simulation of Induction Machines ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 91

B. Asghari, V. Dinavahi

Impact of Massive Synchrophasor Deployment on Reliability Coordination and Reporting ...............................................................100S. Kincic, B. Wangen, W. Mittelstadt, M. Fernimore, M. Cassiadoro, V. Vanzandt, L. Perez

Review of Task Force “Equilibrium of Electricity Market Efficiency and Power System Operation Risk” Panels ..........................108H. Chen

Comparative Study of the Impact of the Full Scale Wind Turbines on Inter-Area Oscillations ..........................................................109K. Alawasa, Y. Mohamed, W. Xu

Research and Application on Digital Wind Power Plant Technology ......................................................................................................117Y. Wei

Wavelet Based Fault Location Technique for Two and Three Terminal Lines ......................................................................................124A. Megahed, H. Elrefaie, A. Moussa, Y. Marghany

ESPRIT Assisted Artificial Neural Network for Harmonics Detection of Time-Varying Signals ........................................................131S. Jain, S. Singh

Investigation of a Cascaded Tripping Incident ...........................................................................................................................................138B. Badrzadeh, R. Wilson, K. Smith

Active Distribution Network Integrated Planning Incorporating Distributed Generation and Load Response Uncertainties ...................................................................................................................................................................................................146

C. Borges, V. Martins

Curriculum Development: Transmission Expansion Planning for the California ISO System with Renewable Energy Resources ...........................................................................................................................................................................................147

R. Sparks

Microgrid Design Considerations for Next Generation Grid Codes ........................................................................................................149G. Kish, P. Lehn

A Distribution Power Flow Using Particle Swarm Optimization .............................................................................................................157M. Syai’In, K. Lian, N. Yang, T. Chen

Application of a Static Synchronous Series Compensator to Improve Stability of a SG-based Power System with an Offshore Wind Farm ......................................................................................................................................................................................164

D. Truong, L. Wang

Operations Planning of a Hydro Producer Acting as a Price-Maker in an Electricity Market ............................................................171H. Pousinho, J. Contreras, J. Catalão

Analysis, Modeling, and Simulation of Autonomous Microgrids with a High Penetration of Renewables .........................................178A. Giacomoni, S. Goldsmith, M. Amin, B. Wollenberg

Basic Models and Methodologies for Common Mode and Dependent Transmission Outage Events ..................................................184R. Billinton

Study on the Control Strategies and Dynamic Performance of DC Distribution Network ...................................................................192Q. Zhong, L. Lin, Y. Zhang, Z. Wu

PJM Capacity Market: Inputs from Resource Adequacy and Transmission Planning Studies ...........................................................197M. Bhavaraju

Blackout Model Considering Slow Process and SOC Analysis .................................................................................................................203J. Qi, S. Mei

Integration of Electric Vehicles in Low Voltage Danish Distribution Grids ...........................................................................................209J. Radhakrishna Pillai, P. Bach Thøgersen, J. Møller, B. Bak-Jensen

The European North Seas Countries’ Offshore Grid Initiative – The Way Forward............................................................................217A. Orths, A. Hiorns, R. Van Houtert, L. Fisher, C. Fourment

Precise Control of Power Flow in Multiterminal VSC-HVDCs Using DC Voltage Droop Control .....................................................225T. Haileselassie, K. Uhlen

Fault Analysis Principle for Twelve-Phase Transmission System ............................................................................................................234X. Yan, Z. Xu, A. Wen, Q. Yang

Fault Locating for Inhomogeneous Multiple-Circuit Transmission Lines with Shared Towers...........................................................240Z. Xu, X. Yan, L. Ran, X. Zhang

Dynamic Performance of the Upgraded 1400 MW New Zealand HVDC Project ..................................................................................248S. Teeuwsen, A. Chaudhry, G. Love, R. Sherry, R. De Silva

Development and Hardware Implementation of a Fault Transients Recognition System.....................................................................256N. Perera, A. Rajapakse

Impact of Transmission on Resource Adequacy in Systems with Wind and Solar Power.....................................................................257E. Ibanez, M. Milligan

Traceability of Calibration for Phasor Measurement Unit .......................................................................................................................262Y. Tang, G. Stenbakken

New Achievements in Pressure Relief Tests for Polymeric-Housed Varistors Used on Series Compensated Capacitor Banks .............................................................................................................................................................................................267

J. Dubé, R. Goehler, T. Hänninen, R. McLaughlin, P. Riffon, M. Schubert, K. Starcevic

Power Flow Calculation of Hybrid AC/DC Power Systems ......................................................................................................................275M. Baradar, M. Ghandhari, D. Van Hertem, A. Kargarian

Design and Analysis of an Electromechanical Battery for Rural Electrification in Sub-Saharan Africa ............................................281R. Okou, A. Sebitosi, A. Khan, P. Barendse, P. Pillay

Production of MHD Power from Municipal Waste & Algal Biodiesel.....................................................................................................282S. Habib, A. Haque, J. Rahman

Investigation into the Implementation of Silicone Coatings on High Voltage Insulators in Queensland .............................................286A. Hugall, T. Saha, P. Krake, R. Bekker

Supervised and Unsupervised Learning in Composite Reliability Evaluation........................................................................................292H. Kile, K. Uhlen

Multiobjective Optimal Network Reconfiguration Considering the Charging Load of PHEV ............................................................300G. Li, D. Shi, X. Duan, H. Li, M. Yao

Real and Reactive Power Control of a Three-Phase Single-Stage PV System and PV Voltage Stability .............................................308H. Li, Y. Xu, S. Adhikari, D. Rizy, F. Li, P. Irminger

Using ZigBee to Build a Web-Based DCS System ......................................................................................................................................316A. Elzawawi, A. Ibrahim

Impacts of Wind and Solar on Emissions and Wear and Tear of Fossil-Fueled Generators ................................................................324D. Lew, G. Brinkman, N. Kumar, P. Besuner, D. Agan, S. Lefton

Large-Scale Transient Stability Simulation of Electrical Power Systems on Parallel GPUs.................................................................332V. Jalili-Marandi, Z. Zhou, V. Dinavahi

Modeling and Simulation of Grid-connected Hybrid AC/DC Microgrid ................................................................................................343F. Ding, K. Loparo, C. Wang

PV Energy Extraction Characteristic Study Under Shading Conditions for Different Converter Configurations............................351H. Zheng, S. Li, J. Proano

Current Limiter Performance Under an Actual Multiple Fault Event....................................................................................................359C. Clarke, A. Kamiab, A. Abramovitz

Enhancements to the Cumulant Method for Probabilistic Load Flow Studies .......................................................................................365D. Cai, J. Chen, D. Shi, X. Duan, H. Li, M. Yao

Fast Calculation of Available Transfer Capability in Bulk Interconnected Grid...................................................................................373G. Luo, D. Shi, J. Chen, J. Xi, M. Jiang, Y. Xu, J. Dang

Wind Turbine Controller Design Considerations for Improved Wind Farm Level Curtailment Tracking. ......................................381A. Deshpande, R. Peters

Texas 2011: Fire and Ice – ERCOT Planning and Operation in Extreme Weather...............................................................................387K. Saathoff

A Network Decoupling Transform for Phasor Data Based Voltage Stability Analysis and Monitoring .............................................388W. Xu, I. Rahimi Pordanjani, Y. Wang, E. Vaahedi

Planning Efforts to Evaluate Dynamic Response of Increased Penetration of Variable Generation within the Western Interconnection ...............................................................................................................................................................................389

A. Finley, D. Kosterev

Risk-oriented Preventive Control of Transmission Lines Overload.........................................................................................................397Y. Wen, Y. Wang, C. Guo, Q. Wu, B. Wen, L. Huang

Evaluation of Residue Based Power Oscillation Damping Control of Inter-Area Oscillations for Static Power Sources .............................................................................................................................................................................................................404

A. Adamczyk, R. Teodorescu, F. Iov, P. Kjær

Contingency Constrained VAr Planning using Penalty Successive Conic Programming......................................................................412R. Jabr, N. Martins, B. Pal, S. Karaki

Fault Ride-Through Trip Curves .................................................................................................................................................................413R. Nelson

Meter Placement for Distribution System State Estimation: An Ordinal Optimization Approach .....................................................417R. Singh, B. Pal, R. Jabr, R. Vinter

Effects of Energy Buffers in Distribution Grids with PV Generation ......................................................................................................418C. Binding, O. Sundström

Investigation of Enabling Wind Generations Employing Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles .................................................................424M. Hajian, S. Manish, H. Zareipour, W. Rosehart

Modeling Highly Nonlinear Load Dynamics for Harmonic Assessment..................................................................................................431G. Chang

Voltage Stability Monitoring Based on the Concept of Coupled Single-Port Circuit.............................................................................435Y. Wang, I. Rahimi Pordanjani, W. Li, W. Xu, T. Chen, E. Vaahedi, J. Gurney

Modified Centrality Measures of Power Grid to Identify Critical Components: Method, Impact, and Rank Similarity .........................................................................................................................................................................................................436

A. Nasiruzzaman, H. Pota

Prediction Intervals for Wind Power Forecasting: Using Sparse Warped Gaussian Process ...............................................................444P. Kou, F. Gao, X. Guan, J. Wu

Maiden Application of Bacterial Foraging-Based Optimization Technique in Multiarea Automatic Generation Control .............................................................................................................................................................................................................452

S. Mishra

Modeling and Simulation of an Adaptive Relaying Scheme for a Microgrid..........................................................................................453C. Buque, O. Ipinnimo, S. Chowdhury, S. P. Chowdhury

Methodology to Analyze the Economic Effects of Electric Cars as Energy Storages .............................................................................461J. Lassila, J. Haakana, V. Tikka, J. Partanen

Development and Implementation of a Nordic Grid Model for Power System Small-Signal and Transient Stability Studies in a Free and Open Source Software ..............................................................................................................................................462

Y. Chompoobutrgool, W. Li, L. Vanfretti

On PMU Location Selection for Line Outage Detection in Wide-Area Transmission Networks..........................................................470Y. Zhao, A. Goldsmith, V. Poor

Scheduling Energy and Reserve in Systems with High Wind Penetration ..............................................................................................478A. Conejo

Daily Generation Scheduling for Reducing Unit Regulating Frequency Using Multi-Population Genetic Algorithm ......................479Y. Li, W. Li, W. Yan, X. Jia

Transmission Expansion Planning Considering the Deployment of Energy Storage Systems ..............................................................486Z. Hu, F. Zhang, B. Li

Electrical Power Analysis of Zayt Gulf Onshore Wind Farm...................................................................................................................492I. Helal, A. Atallah, M. Mahmoud Samy

Wrapper Attribute Selector and Intelligent Systems Applied to the Identification of Residential Harmonic Sources......................500R. Fernandes, S. Ranzini, I. Nunes Da Silva, M. Oleskovicz

Optimization of Generation Shedding Allocation for BC Grid Security Enhancement ........................................................................507Z. Yao, Q. Zhu

Experimental Validation of a Geometrical Nonlinear Permeance Network Based Real-Time Induction Machine Model ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................514

B. Asghari, V. Dinavahi

Application of Phasor Measurements for Dynamic Security Assessment Using Decision Trees ..........................................................529V. Vittal

Wind Generators and Series-Compensated AC Transmission Lines .......................................................................................................532E. Larsen

Investigation of Impact of Integrating On-Grid Home Based Solar Power Systems on Voltage Rise in the Utility Network ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................536

M. Chidi, O. Ipinnimo, S. Chowdhury, S. P. Chowdhury

Bilinear Power System State Estimation......................................................................................................................................................543A. Gomez-Exposito, C. Gomez-Quiles, A. De La Villa Jaen

Load Recovery in Demand Response Scheduling .......................................................................................................................................544M. Negnevitsky, D. Nguyen, M. De Groot

Refurbishment Strategies for HVDC Projects ............................................................................................................................................552N. Kirby, C. Horwill, N. Macleod

The Uncertainties of Probabilistic LV Network Analysis ..........................................................................................................................558D. Frame, G. Ault, S. Huang

Implementation of Synchrophasor Monitoring at Entergy: Tools, Training, and Tribulations ...........................................................566F. Galvan, A. Abur, K. Sun, M. Thomas, V. Venkatasubramanian, K. C. Rubal

Risk Limiting Dispatch ..................................................................................................................................................................................570R. Entriken, P. Varaiya, F. Wu, J. Bialek, C. Dent, A. Tuohy, R. Rajagopal

Demand Response Participation in Wholesale Energy Markets...............................................................................................................575M. Parvania, M. Fotuhi-Firuzabad, M. Shahidehpour

Voltage Stability Enhancement of Class 1E Bus in NPPs Using Voltage-Reactive Power Controls.....................................................579G. Lee, B. Kim

Proposal of a Simplified Process to Correct the Phase Decoupling Using Modal Analysis ...................................................................585E. Costa, S. Kurokawa, J. Pissolato

A Flocking-Based Dynamical Systems Paradigm for Smart Power System Analysis ............................................................................593J. Wei, D. Kundur, T. Zourntos, K. Butler-Purry

A Data-Driven Approach to Interactive Visualization of Power Systems ...............................................................................................601J. Zhu, E. Zhuang, C. Ivanov, Z. Yao

A Novel Adaptive Dispersed Phase Current Differential Protection Criterion ......................................................................................602C. Wang, Y. Lu, N. Xiao, C. Cai

Time Step Finite Element Analysis for Synchronous Generator’s Asynchronous Operation during Loss of Field ...........................608W. Hongyu, X. Guorui, L. Xiaofang, Z. Haisen

Performance Study of Self-Sufficient and Renewables Based Electricity Supply of a Hospital in the Near East Region ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................612

M. Mushtaha, G. Krost

Controlled Islanding Strategy Considering Power System Restoration Constraints .............................................................................620J. Quiros Tortos, V. Terzija

A DSO-Oriented Mathematical Model for Dispersed Generation Management on MV Networks .....................................................628D. Menniti, M. Merlo, N. Scordino, N. Sorrentino, F. Zanellini

Dynamic Analysis of a Microgrid System for Supplying Electrical Loads in a Sailing Boat.................................................................636L. Wang

Application of Kalman Filter Based Nonlinear MPC for Flood Gate Control of Hydropower Plant ..................................................643W. Zhou, H. Thoresen, B. Glemmestad

A Probabilistic Risk Assessment Method of Transmission Line Distance Protection ............................................................................647Z. Dai, Z. Wang, Y. Jiao

Interval Arithmetic for Short-Circuit Computation in MV Radial Networks with Distributed Generation ......................................654W. Briceno Vicente, R. Caire, N. Hadjsaid

Evaluating the Impact of Solar Generation on Balancing Requirements in Southern Nevada System ...............................................660J. Ma, S. Lu, P. Etingov, Y. Makarov

New Synchronous Condensers for Jeju Island............................................................................................................................................667P. Marken, J. Skliutas, P. Sung, K. Kim, H. Kim, L. Sailer, R. Young

Effect of High Speed Reclosing on Fault Induced Delayed Voltage Recovery ........................................................................................673J. Glidewell, M. Patel

Campus Microgrids: Opportunities and Challenges ..................................................................................................................................679T. Mohn

Impacts of Wind-Powered Generation Resource Integration on Prices in the ERCOT Nodal Market...............................................683D. Maggio

Development of Power Supply to Isolated Territories in Russia on the Bases of Microgrid Concept..................................................687N. Voropai, K. Suslov, T. Sokolnikova, Z. Styczynski, P. Lombardi

Data Mash-Ups to Improve Reliability ........................................................................................................................................................692A. Johnson, D. Martinez, W. Dias

Network Reconfiguration in Balanced and Unbalanced Distribution Systems with Variable Load Demand for Loss Reduction and Service Restoration ..............................................................................................................................................................696

A. Zidan, E. El-Saadany

A New Reliability Evaluation Under High Penetration of Wind Power with V2G Support .................................................................704S. Han, S. Han, K. Sezaki

NERC’s Transmission Availability Data System and Analysis.................................................................................................................712M. Lauby, J. Bian, A. Slone

A Smart Grid Vulnerability Analysis Framework for Coordinated Variable Structure Switching Attacks ......................................718S. Liu, S. Mashayekh, D. Kundur, T. Zourntos, K. Butler-Purry

A Concept of Dynamic Pricing for Rural Hybrid Electric Power Minigrid Systems for Sub-Saharan Africa ...................................726R. Kimera, R. Okou, A. Sebitosi, K. Awodele

An Investigation into WAMS-Based Under-Frequency Load Shedding .................................................................................................732G. Wang, H. Xin, D. Gan, N. Li, Z. Wang

A Novel Automatic Voltage Control Architecture Based on the Infrastructures in the Smart Grid ...................................................739Y. Lin, M. Sun, Y. Hou

New Challenges for Operation of Systems with Large Renewable Capacity ..........................................................................................747S. Barba, M. De La Torre, M. Ordiales

Dynamic Voltage Restorers based on AC-AC Topologies .........................................................................................................................753J. Ramirez, P. Garcia-Vite, J. Lozano, F. Mancilla-David

Study of Distribution Network Demand Response Events in the Portuguese System ............................................................................760P. Faria, Z. Vale, H. Morais

Tracking Energy Consumptions of Home Appliances Using Electrical Signature Data........................................................................768W. Xu, M. Dong

A Quantitative Assessment of Utility Reporting Practices for Reporting Electric Power Distribution Events ..................................773J. Eto, K. Lacommare

Dynamic Average-Value Modeling of Hybrid-Electric ..............................................................................................................................779E. Tara, S. Filizadeh, J. Jatskevich, E. Dirks, A. Davoudi, M. Saeedifard, K. Strunz, V. Sood

Profile of Charging Load on the Grid Due to Plug-In Vehicles ................................................................................................................780S. Shahidinejad, S. Filizadeh, E. Bibeau

Voltage Fluctuations in PV Penetration of SWER Networks – A Case Study for Regional Australia.................................................781A. Guinane, G. Shafiullah, A. Oo, B. Harvey

Design of Robust Power Oscillation Damping Controller for Large-Scale PV Plant .............................................................................787R. Shah, N. Mithulananthan, K. Lee

Dynamic Security Indication in Power Systems with Large Amount of Renewables.............................................................................795U. Kerin, E. Lerch

Study of Novel Sine Fitting Differential Protection Algorithm in Distribution System with High Penetration of DGs .....................801S. Xu, Y. Lu, C. Cai

Experiences and Challenges in Contingency Analysis at Hydro-Quebec ................................................................................................807J. Huang, L. Loud, G. Vanier, B. Lambert, S. Guillon

A Stepwise Regression Method for Estimating Dominant Electromechanical Modes ...........................................................................816N. Zhou, J. Pierre, D. Trudnowski

A Research on Micro Power System of Anti-Earthquake Formed by Renewable Energy ....................................................................817Z. Litifu, L. Shao-Qing, H. Jun-Qiu

Intelligent Energy Resource Management Considering Vehicle-to-Grid: A Simulated Annealing Approach ...................................826T. Sousa, H. Morais, Z. Vale, P. Faria, J. Soares

Viability of Grid-Connected Domestic Solar Photovoltaic Systems in South Africa ..............................................................................827M. Chidi, M. Nthontho, S. Chowdhury, S. P. Chowdhury

Demagnetization of a Large Power Transformer Based on Calculation of the Flux Linkage...............................................................833N. Makowski, J. Hildreth

Frequency Dependant Estimation of Damping and Synchronizing Torque Coefficients in Power Systems .......................................836R. Jalayer, B. Ooi

A Renewable Energy Integration Application in a MicroGrid Based on Model Predictive Control ...................................................843J. Ma, F. Yang, Z. Li, J. Qin

Comparison of Reliability Indices From the Perspective of Network Automation Devices ..................................................................849J. Haakana, J. Lassila, T. Kaipia, J. Partanen

Smart Transmission – A First Step Towards an European Overlay Grid...............................................................................................850D. Westermann, A. Orths

Load Frequency Control in an Interconnected Power System with an Embedded HVDC Grid..........................................................858A. Marten, D. Westermann

Northeast Asia Interconnection-Based Integration of DG, DR, HVDC, and Nuclear Load-following under Smart Grid in the South Korean Power System .....................................................................................................................................................865

S. Lee, Y. Jang, S. Ahn, G. Park, J. Park, Y. Yoon

Power System Restoration with Distributed Generation in a South African Network ..........................................................................872T. Mollo, J. Fadiran, S. Chowdhury, S. P. Chowdhury

Stability Analysis of VSC MTDC Grids Connected to Multimachine AC Systems................................................................................880N. Chaudhuri, R. Majumder, B. Chaudhuri

Criticality Assessment of Distribution Feeder Sections .............................................................................................................................881G. Hamoud

State of the Art of Fault Current Limiters and Their Applications in Smart Grid ................................................................................882Y. Zhang, R. Dougal

Assessment of Spare Transformer Requirements for High Voltage Load Stations................................................................................888G. Hamoud

Closed Form Analysis of Squirrel Cage Induction Motors with Anisotropic Modeling of Stator and Rotor .....................................896L. Qaseer, S. Purushothaman, F. De Leon

Energy Storage for Wind Integration: Hydropower and Other Contributions......................................................................................897A. Estanqueiro, A. Rygg Årdal, C. O’Dwyer, D. Flynn, D. Huertas-Hernando, D. Lew, E. Gómez-Lázaro, E. Ela, J. Revuelta, J. Kiviluoma, L. Rodrigues, M. Amelin, H. Holtinen

Coupon Incentive-based Demand Response (CIDR) in Smart Grid ........................................................................................................905H. Zhong, L. Xie, Q. Xia

An Accurate Representation of Water Delay Times for Cascaded Reservoirs in Hydro Scheduling Problems .................................911T. Sousa, A. Diniz

On-Site Under Voltage Ride Through Performance Tests – Assessment of ENERCON Wind Energy Converters based on Hydro-Québec TransÉnergie Requirements............................................................................................................................... 918

C. Langlois, M. Asmine, M. Fischer, S. Adloff

A Structural Time Series Approach to Modeling Dynamic Trends in Power System Data ..................................................................926A. Messina, V. Vittal

Microgrid Power Flow Study in Grid-Connected and Islanding Modes Under Different Converter Control Strategies .........................................................................................................................................................................................................934

S. Li, J. Proano, D. Zhang

Unit Commitment with Intermittent Wind Generation via Markovian Analysis with Transmission Capacity Constraints ......................................................................................................................................................................................................942

Y. Yu, P. Luh, E. Litvinov, T. Zheng, F. Zhao, J. Zhao

Opportunities and Challenges of Integrating Wind, Solar, and Other Distributed Generation and Energy Storage: Effects on and Values for the Grid ...............................................................................................................................................................950

A. Edris

Improving Power System Damping by Utilizing VSC-HVDC ..................................................................................................................954S. Ruan, G. Li, T. Lie, S. Choi

Generator Bidding in Oligopolistic Electricity Markets Using Optimal Control: Fundamentals and Application............................960Y. Liu, F. Wu

The Carbon Market Incremental Payoff in Renewable Electricity Generation Projects in Brazil: A Real Options Approach .........................................................................................................................................................................................................972

F. Batista, A. Melo, J. Teixeira, T. Baidya

Transmission Planning Fundamentals: Models, Data, Skills Needed and Technical Tools...................................................................973H. Zhang, J. Quintero

Influence of Voltage Sags on the Power System with High Penetration of Photovoltaic Power Generation .......................................975K. Yamashita, Y. Kitauchi, H. Kobayashi

Minpower: A Power Systems Optimization Toolkit ...................................................................................................................................982A. Greenhall, R. Christie, J. Watson

An Improved Bus Aggregation Technique for Generating Network Equivalents ..................................................................................988D. Shi, D. Tylavsky

Flicker Emission of Distributed Wind Power, A Review of Impacts, Modeling, Grid Code and Mitigation Techniques.......................................................................................................................................................................................................996

M. Ammar

Magnetically-Saturable Voltage-Behind-Reactance Synchronous Machine Model for EMTP-Type Solution .................................1003L. Wang, J. Jatskevich

Coordination Strategy for Harmonic Compensation Using Multiple Distributed Resources .............................................................1004H. Kang, I. Chung, S. Moon

Versatile Distribution of Wind Power Output for a Given Forecast Value...........................................................................................1011Z. Zhang, Y. Sun, J. Lin, L. Cheng, G. Li

Time-Series Properties of the Power Grid with Real-Time Pricing Load Customers..........................................................................1018H. Zhao, F. Zhao, J. Zhao, E. Litvinov, L. Tesfatsion

Application of SVC on Stabilizing Torsional Oscillations and Improving Transient Stability ...........................................................1024A. Abdou, A. Abu-Siada, H. Pota

A Power Spectrum Density Based Signal Selection Approach for Electromechanical Mode Estimation..........................................1029J. Zhang, C. Wu, Y. Han

On Operational Flexibility in Power Systems ...........................................................................................................................................1036A. Ulbig, G. Andersson

General Model for Determining Maximum Restorable Load .................................................................................................................1044H. Qu, Y. Liu

A Revised Matrix Manipulation Approach for Optimal Placement of Phasor Measure Units...........................................................1050A. Fish, S. Chowdhury, S. P. Chowdhury

Evaluation of the Maximum Power Point Tracking Performance in Small Wind Turbines...............................................................1058J. De Kooning, B. Meersman, T. Vandoorn, L. Vandevelde

A Study of the Economic and Operational Impact of Robust Unit Commitment.................................................................................1066J. Zhao, T. Zheng, E. Litvinov

Substation Day-Ahead Automated Volt/VAR Optimization Scheme.....................................................................................................1067B. Milosevic, A. Vukojevic, K. Mannar

A Model Predictive based Emergency Control Scheme Using TCSC to Improve Power System Transient Stability .....................1072X. Du, D. Ernst, P. Crossley

The European Offshore Grid – Inspiration to the US?............................................................................................................................1079A. Orths, K. Rudion

Operational Flexibility and System Dispatch ............................................................................................................................................1085T. Zheng, J. Zhao, F. Zhao, E. Litvinov

Comparing System Reliability Considering Insufficient Knowledge: Application to HVDC Converter Stations............................1088H. Kochs, P. Kongniratsaikul, F. Lutz

Today’s Workforce in Tomorrow’s Smart Grid – Bridging the Growing Gaps...................................................................................1096S. Varadan

The Impact of Wide Spread Adoption of High Levels of Distributed Generation in Domestic Properties .......................................1097E. Robertson, S. Galloway, G. Ault

Comparison of the Performances of Distribution State Estimation Algorithms: Classical Newton Approach and PSO Approach ..............................................................................................................................................................................................1105

O. Chilard, S. Grenard, O. Devaux

Comparison of Wind Farm Topologies for Offshore Applications.........................................................................................................1112H. Bahirat, B. Mork, H. Hoidalen

Frequency Support by Wind Power Plants in Isolated Grids with Varying Generation Mix .............................................................1120P. Tielens, S. De Rijcke, K. Srivastava, M. Reza, A. Marinopoulos, J. Driesen

Reliability Assessment of DC Wind Farms................................................................................................................................................1128H. Bahirat, G. Kjølle, B. Mork, H. Høidalen

Distortion Limits in International Standards vs. Reliability of Power Components: Always on the Safe Side as to Low-Order Voltage Harmonics? ................................................................................................................................................................1135

G. Mazzanti

A Statistically-Based Method of Control of Distributed Photovoltaics Using Synchrophasors ..........................................................1143M. Ropp, D. Joshi, M. Mills-Price, S. Hummel, M. Scharf, C. Steeprow, M. Osborn, K. Gubba Ravikumar, G. Zweigle

System Reliability and Risk Management: Effects on System Planning, Operation, Asset Management, and Security ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................1150

M. Lauby

Monte-Carlo Based Assessments for Future Generation Investment – A Case Study of Thailand ....................................................1154P. Vithayasrichareon, I. Macgill

Investigation of Voltage Sensitivities to Photovoltaic Power Fluctuations in Unbalanced Distribution Networks...........................1161R. Yan, T. Saha

Investigation of the Impacts of Three-Phase Photovoltaic Systems on Three-Phase Unbalanced Networks ....................................1168S. Roediger, R. Yan, T. Saha

An Energy Information Gateway for Use in Residential and Commercial Environments ..................................................................1176D. Arnold, M. Sankur, D. Auslander

Multi-Objective Design of Energy Storage in Distribution Systems Based on Modified Particle Swarm Optimization..................................................................................................................................................................................................1184

Y. Xu, C. Singh

Short Term Load Forecasting Based on Improved ESTAR GARCH Model........................................................................................1192H. Chen, Q. Wan, F. Li, Y. Wang

Development of a Transmission Line Fault Location Platform Using Digital Relay Data ..................................................................1198P. Lin, T. Lin, C. Liu

Optimal Location of FACTS Devices for Improving Performance of the Power Systems ..................................................................1203R. Tiwari, K. Niazi, V. Gupta

Frequency Regulation in Microgrid Using Wind – Fuel Cell – Diesel Generator.................................................................................1211K. Vidyanandan, N. Senroy

Improving Synchronous Generator’s Differential Protection with the Use of Artificial Neural Networks .......................................1219R. Monaro, R. Serapião Silva, J. Vieira Júnior, D. Coury

The Optimal Operation of Energy Storage in a Wind Power Curtailment Scheme.............................................................................1227S. Gill, G. Ault, I. Kockar

Genetic Algorithm Model to Control Peak Demand to Defer Capacity Investment ............................................................................1235O. Alamos, H. Rudnick

The Probabilistic Collocation Method for Dealing with Uncertainties in Power System Small Disturbance Studies ......................1243R. Preece, J. Milanovic

Wide-Area Monitoring of Electromechanical Oscillations in Large Electric Power Systems.............................................................1250P. Korba, M. Larsson

Economics of Grid-Tied Customer-Owned Photovoltaic Power Generation ........................................................................................1258F. Meng, B. Chowdhury

Numerical Effects in Stability Simulations of Power Systems with Wind Turbine Generators..........................................................1263M. Borodulin

Support of Contingency Analysis in BC Hydro Bulk Transmission System Operations .....................................................................1271R. Reyes Kishimoto, Z. Yao, V. Vinnakota

Optimal Integration of Intermittent Energy Sources Using Distributed Multi-Step Optimization....................................................1275K. Baker, G. Hug, X. Li

Voltage Control Challenges on Weak Grids with High Penetration of Wind Generation: ERCOT Experience..............................1283S. Huang, J. Schmall, J. Conto, J. Adams, Y. Zhang, C. Carter

Optimized Sectionalizing Switch Placement Strategy in Distribution Systems.....................................................................................1290A. Abiri-Jahromi, M. Fotuhi-Firuzabad, M. Parvania, M. Mosleh

Preliminary Work to Classify the Disturbance Events Recorded by Phasor Measurement Units .....................................................1291O. Dahal, S. Brahma

Stochastic Latency Assessment in Substation Automation Systems .......................................................................................................1299B. Falahati, Z. Darabi, M. Mousavi, Y. Fu

Grid Challenges on High Penetration Levels of Wind Power .................................................................................................................1306J. Conto

A Minimal Spanning Tree Algorithm for Distribution Networks Configuration .................................................................................1309D. Montoya, J. Ramirez

Battery Charge and Discharge Control for Energy Management in EV and Utility Integration .......................................................1316K. Bao, S. Li, H. Zheng

The European Research Project REALISEGRID: Transmission Planning Issues and Methodological Approach Towards the Optimal Development of the pan-European System..........................................................................................................1324

A. L’Abbate, G. Migliavacca, G. Fulli, C. Vergine, A. Sallati

Estimation of Voltage Stability Margin Using Synchrophasors..............................................................................................................1332H. Su, Y. Chou, C. Liu

The Operation and Control of an Island Power System ..........................................................................................................................1339H. Xin, F. Zhou, H. Yang, Z. Wang, D. Gan, M. Huang

Effect of Reactance Saturation on Transient and Stability for Cylindrical Synchronous Machine ...................................................1345D. Hiramatsu, Y. Uemura, M. Kobayashi, M. Kakiuchi, K. Nagakura, T. Otaka, K. Nagasaka

Resource Transition Model under MISO MIP Based Look Ahead Commitment ................................................................................1349Y. Chen, V. Ganugula, J. Williams, J. Wan, Y. Xiao

Frequency-Security based Operations in an Industry Power Grid: Technical Issues Considering Wind Power Integration .....................................................................................................................................................................................................1357

Y. Sun, J. Lin, Z. Zhang

Smart Grids as Distributed Learning Control ..........................................................................................................................................1365D. Hill, T. Liu, G. Verbic

Effects of Wind Power Variability and Intermittency on Power Flow ..................................................................................................1373Z. Weng, L. Shi, Z. Xu, L. Yao, Y. Ni, M. Bazargan

A New Simulation and Analysis for Low Voltage Ride Through Property of Wind Farm .................................................................1380T. Huang, Y. Lu, C. Cai, S. Xu

Economic Optimization with Environmental Cost for a Microgrid .......................................................................................................1386H. Ren, A. Xiang, W. Teng, R. Cen

Analysis of a Fresnel Lenses Concentrator................................................................................................................................................1392S. Cucco, R. Faranda, F. Invernizzi, S. Leva

Optimal Scheduling of VAR Devices Considering Wind Power Variability .........................................................................................1400E. El-Araby

Application of a SVeC and a SSSC on Damping Improvement of a SG-Based Power System with a PMSG-Based Offshore Wind Farm ....................................................................................................................................................................................1408

L. Wang, D. Truong

Modelling and Prediction Techniques for Dynamic Overhead Line Rating .........................................................................................1415J. Fu, D. Morrow, S. Abdelkader

Practical Applications of Preventive Security Constrained Optimal Power Flow ................................................................................1422F. Dong, L. Huang, B. Lam, X. Xu

Reputation-Based Trust for a Cooperative Agent-Based Backup Protection Scheme .........................................................................1427J. Borowski, K. Hopkinson, J. Humphries, B. Borghetti

PMU-Based Wide-Area Damping Control System Design ......................................................................................................................1428Y. Zhang, A. Bose

Test Results of High Torque and High Efficiency SRMs designed for 50 kW Hybrid Electric Vehicle ............................................1435M. Takeno, K. Kiyota, Y. Murakami, A. Chiba, N. Hoshi, M. Takemoto, S. Ogasawara

Net Interchange Schedule Forecasting of Electric Power Exchange for RTO/ISOs ............................................................................1437T. Ferryman, D. Haglin, M. Vlachopoulou, J. Yin, C. Shen, F. Tuffner, G. Lin, N. Zhou, J. Tong

Managing Wind Turbine Reliability and Maintenance via Performance-Based Contract .................................................................1443T. Jin, Y. Ding, H. Guo, N. Nalajala

ICOEUR Project Results on Improving Observability and Flexibility of Large Scale Transmission Systems .................................1449U. Häger, C. Rehtanz, N. Voropai

Future Possibilities – The Gas System as Flexibility Provider for Wind Power Production ...............................................................1457A. Hansen, M. Nybroe

Technology Developments and Plans to Solve Operational Challenges Facilitating the HVDC Offshore Grid ...............................1465M. Callavik, M. Bahrman, P. Sandeberg

Towards Development of Generalized Energy Functions for Electric Power Systems ........................................................................1471L. Alberto, H. Chiang

Transmission Planning and Pricing for Renewables: Lessons from Elsewhere ....................................................................................1477B. Hobbs

Electric Energy Challenges of the Future ..................................................................................................................................................1482G. Heydt

A New Approach to Studying the Impact of Intermittent Renewable Resources .................................................................................1484S. Varadan, G. Freddo, H. Todus, J. Thiemsuwan, K. Chen, K. Vu, D. Hawkins, S. Shen

Revisiting Damping Performance of the Queensland Network under Wind Power Penetration .......................................................1491N. Modi, T. Saha

Novel Substation Bus Arrangement Metrics .............................................................................................................................................1499T. Oneal, M. Vaziri

Investigating the Value of Making Hourly Operational Decisions for Residential Distributed Energy Resources ..........................1505M. Pedrasa, I. Macgill, T. Spooner

Damping Property in Power System Transient Behaviors ......................................................................................................................1513N. Jiang, H. Chiang

Load Shedding and Its Strategies against Frequency Instability in Power Systems ............................................................................1520Y. Xu, Y. Dai, Z. Dong, Y. Xue, K. Wong

Transmission Network Expansion Planning with Wind Energy Integration: A Stochastic Programming Model ...........................1527G. Chen, Z. Dong, D. Hill

Power System Transient Stability-Constrained Optimal Power Flow: A Comprehensive Review ....................................................1537Y. Xu, Z. Dong, Z. Xu, R. Zhang, K. Wong

System Observability Indices for Optimal Placement of PMU Measurements.....................................................................................1544M. Powalko, A. Orths, H. Abildgaard, P. Eriksen, K. Rudion, I. Golub, N. Voropai

Estimation of Generator Inertia Available During a Disturbance .........................................................................................................1550P. Wall, F. Gonzalez-Longatt, V. Terzija

Application of Model Predictive Control for Active Load Management in a Distributed Power System with High Wind Penetration..........................................................................................................................................................................................1558

Y. Zong, D. Kullmann, A. Thavlov, O. Gehrke, H. W. Bindner

Modeling Demand Response in the Residential Sector for the Provision of Reserves..........................................................................1559C. O’Dwyer, R. Duignan, M. O’Malley

Flexible Charging Optimization for Electric Vehicles Considering Distribution Grid Constraints...................................................1567O. Sundstroem, C. Binding

The Holomorphic Embedding Load Flow Method...................................................................................................................................1568A. Trias

Low-Carbon LV Networks: Challenges for Planning and Operation ....................................................................................................1576L. Ochoa, P. Mancarella

A Novel Compensation Approach for DC Current Component in a Grid-Connected Photovoltaic Generation System ............................................................................................................................................................................................................1578

D. Menniti, A. Pinnarelli

A New Approach to EHV Transmission Line Fault Classification and Fault Detection Based on the Wavelet Transform and Artificial Intelligence ........................................................................................................................................................1585

J. Chen, R. Aggarwal

Control of Large Scale Wind Power Plants ...............................................................................................................................................1593J. Garcia, M. Babazadeh

Distribution Network Capacity Assessment: Incorporating Harmonic Distortion Limits ..................................................................1601W. Sun, G. Harrison, S. Djokic

Electric Market and Operations Reliability ..............................................................................................................................................1608M. Hong, K. Sperry, J. Williams, J. Gardner

Ordering Electricity via Internet and Its Potentials for Smart Grid Systems.......................................................................................1615T. Jin, M. Mechehoul

A Real-time Transient Stability Simulation Tool for Large-Scale Power Systems...............................................................................1616V. Jalili-Marandi, E. Robert, V. Lapointe, J. Belanger

A Transmission Line Model Developed Directly in Phase Domain ........................................................................................................1623N. Vieira Souza Jr., C. De Carvalho, S. Kurokawa, J. Pissolato

A Sensitivity Analysis of Short-Term Hydropower Planning Using Stochastic Programming...........................................................1630Y. Vardanyan, M. Amelin

Eigenvalue and Robustness Analysis of a Decentralized Voltage Control Scheme for an Islanded Multi-DER Microgrid.......................................................................................................................................................................................................1637

A. Etemadi, R. Iravani

Computational Challenges and Analysis Under Increasingly Dynamic and Uncertain Electric Power System Conditions......................................................................................................................................................................................................1645

S. Grijalva

Optimal Power Procurement and Demand Response with Quality-of-Usage Guarantees ..................................................................1647L. Huang, J. Walrand, K. Ramchandran

Techniques for High Performance Analysis of Transient Stability ........................................................................................................1655L. Wang

Towards On-Line Voltage Stability Assessment Using Synchrophasors ...............................................................................................1661H. Hirlekar, B. Chowdhury

High Performance Computing at ISO New England ...............................................................................................................................1667E. Litvinov, X. Luo

Power Plant Efficiency Reporting and Online Auditing System for Carbon Pollution .......................................................................1668N. Plant, E. Cabrero, T. Saha

Zinc-Bromine Flow Batteries in Residential Electricity Supply: Two Case Studies ............................................................................1674M. Nakatsuji-Mather, T. Saha

Optimal Transmission Planning Based on Quantitative Security Risk in Uncertain Environment ...................................................1682C. Ma, P. Zhang, L. Zhang, H. Zhang

A Protection of Interconnection Transformer for DG in Korea Distribution Power System .............................................................1687W. Moon, J. Hur, J. Kim

Feature Selection for Intelligent Stability Assessment of Power Systems ..............................................................................................1692R. Zhang, Y. Xu, Z. Dong, D. Hill

Fast Load Control with Stochastic Frequency Measurement .................................................................................................................1699C. Zhao, U. Topcu, S. Low

Analysis and Mitigation of Transient Overvoltage with Integration of Small Scale Power-Electronic Interfaced DG ...................1707T. Aziz, T. Saha, N. Mithulananthan

Short-Term Valuation of Demand Response.............................................................................................................................................1715T. Nguyen, M. Negnevitsky, M. De Groot

Enhancing Small Signal Stability of an Emerging Distribution System by a Coordinated Controller ..............................................1723S. Dahal, N. Mithulananthan, T. Saha

A Comparative Study of Two Model Order Reduction Approaches for Application in Power Systems ...........................................1731S. Ghosh, N. Senroy

An AC/DC Interaction Analysis on the North China-Central China-East China UHV Interconnected Power Grid ......................1739J. Tu, J. Xie, D. Gan, H. Xin, Z. Wang

Operation Planning and Load Prediction for Microgrid Using Thermal Demand Estimation ..........................................................1747E. Shimoda, S. Numata, J. Baba, T. Nitta, E. Masada

A Unit Commitment Model with Demand Response for the Integration of Renewable Energies ......................................................1754Y. Ikeda, T. Ikegami, K. Kataoka, K. Ogimoto

Online Systems Potential Applications in Intelligent Power Grids.........................................................................................................1761H. Elsayed, B. Johnson, L. Lai

Anomaly Detection of Building Systems Using Energy Demand Frequency Domain Analysis ..........................................................1769M. Wrinch, T. El-Fouly, S. Wong

An Effective VAR Planning to Improve Dynamic Voltage Profile of Distribution Networks with Distributed Wind Generation .....................................................................................................................................................................................................1775

N. Roy, H. Pota, M. Hossain, D. Cornforth

Development and Testing of a Distribution Electronic Power Transformer Model.............................................................................1783J. Martin-Arnedo, F. Gonzalez, J. Martinez, S. Alepuz

A Technical and Economic Analysis of Energy Extraction from the Agulhas Current on the East Coast of South Africa .............................................................................................................................................................................................................1790

R. Moodley, M. Nthontho, S. Chowdhury, S. P. Chowdhury

Voltage Stability Analysis of Electricity Networks with DFIG-Based Wind Power Plants .................................................................1798M. Ntshangase, S. Kariuki, S. Chowdhury, S. P. Chowdhury

Design of Appropriate ICT Infrastructures for Smart Grids .................................................................................................................1806E. Kämpf, J. Ringelstein, M. Braun

South Korean Power Distribution System-Based Operation, Market Structure and Regulation Strategies under Distributed Generation and Smart Grid....................................................................................................................................................1812

S. Lee, S. Ahn, J. Park, J. Heo, D. Kim, J. Park, M. Yang, K. Kim, Y. Yoon

Application of an SVC to Damp Sub-Synchronous Interaction between Wind Farms and Series Compensated Transmission Lines.......................................................................................................................................................................................1819

H. Surayaarachchi, U. Annakkage, C. Karawita, D. Kell, R. Mendis, R. Chopra

INELFE – Europe’s First Integrated Onshore HVDC Interconnection ................................................................................................1825P. Labra, S. Sanz, H. Fernández, S. Guyomarch, J. Loncle

A Methodology for Evaluating PEVs Hosting Capacity Margins in Distribution Grids .....................................................................1833F. Baccino, M. De Nigris, I. Gianinoni, S. Grillo, S. Massucco, E. Tironi

The Future Grid to Enable Sustainable Energy Systems ........................................................................................................................1839V. Vittal

Renewable Energy Integration and the Impact of Carbon Regulation on the Electric Grid ..............................................................1841S. Oren

Geometry of Power Flows in Tree Networks.............................................................................................................................................1843J. Lavaei, D. Tse, B. Zhang

Protection Security Assessment – Innovative Strategies and Methods for Future Networks..............................................................1851J. Jaeger, J. Fuchs, M. Dauer, T. Bopp, R. Krebs

Building a New Overlay Grid for Europe..................................................................................................................................................1857H. Ergun, J. Beerten, D. Van Hertem

Evaluation of the Environmental Impact of Wind Generation Penetration..........................................................................................1865M. Ahmed, K. Bhattacharya, M. Salama

e-HIGHWAY 2050 – The ENTSO-E facilitated Study Programme Towards Modular Development Plan on pan-European Electricity Highways System 2050 ............................................................................................................................................1873

K. Adam, M. Müller-Mienack, M. Paun, G. Sanchis, K. Strunz

Real and Reactive Power Flows in a Distribution Feeder Due to Inverters with Unity Power Factor...............................................1879T. Hardy, W. Jewell

Aggregate Solar Variability.........................................................................................................................................................................1886J. Kleissl, M. Lave, M. Jamaly, J. Bosch

SmartPark Shock Absorbers for Wind Farms..........................................................................................................................................1889G. Venayagamoorthy, P. Mitra

SmartPark as a Virtual STATCOM ..........................................................................................................................................................1890P. Mitra, G. Venayagamoorthy, K. Corzine

Assessing the Impact of Household PV Systems on the Profits of All Electricity Industry Participants ...........................................1891S. Olivia, I. Macgill

Meta-Heuristic Approach for Distributed Generation Planning in Electricity Market Paradigm ....................................................1898N. Jain, S. Singh, S. Srivastava

Research on Unit Commitment Considering Wind Power Accommodation.........................................................................................1905Z. Wan, H. Cheng, L. Yao, M. Bazargan

Impact of Energy Storage on Cascade Mitigation in Multi-Energy Systems ........................................................................................1912M. Almassalkhi, I. Hiskens

Planning Algorithm for Single Wire Earth Return Distribution Networks ..........................................................................................1920G. Bakkabulindi, M. Hesamzadeh, M. Amelin, I. Da Silva

Integration of DCS and ESD through an OPC Application for Upstream Oil and Gas ......................................................................1927A. El Zawawi, A. El Sayed

Automated Substation Event Analysis using IED Data ...........................................................................................................................1932M. Thomas, D. Kothari, A. Prakash

Recent Evolution of European Grid Code Requirements and Its Impact on Turbogenerator Design ..............................................1943L. Rouco, K. Chan, J. Oesterheld, S. Keller

On the Design of a Graduate-Level Cross-Disciplinary Course on Smart Grids..................................................................................1952V. Namboodiri, V. Aravinthan

Modeling Diversified Electricity Generation Scenarios for Pakistan .....................................................................................................1954M. Gul, W. Qureshi

Evaluation of Storage for Bulk System Integration of Variable Generation.........................................................................................1961A. Tuohy, H. Kamath, L. Rogers

Operational and Market Challeges to the Changing Fleet of Resources in California ........................................................................1965M. Rothleder, S. Liu, C. Loutan, J. Xie

Adaptive Differential Protection for Power Transformer Based on Transient Signal Analysis .........................................................1969M. Oliveira, G. Ferreira, F. Garcia, A. Bretas, O. Perrone, J. Reversat

Control of a Battery System to Improve Operation of a Microgrid .......................................................................................................1976L. Xu, Z. Miao, L. Fan

System Restoration Navigator: A Decision Support Tool for System Restoration ...............................................................................1984S. Liu, R. Podmore, Y. Hou

Wide Area Frequency Based Generation Trip Event Location Estimation ..........................................................................................1989G. Zheng, Y. Liu, G. Radman

Flexibility from the Demand Side ...............................................................................................................................................................1995D. Kirschen, A. Rosso, J. Ma, L. Ochoa

Enhanced Power Grid Operations with a Wide-Area Synchrophasor Measurement and Communications Network....................2000J. Giri

Dynamic Transfers for Integration of Renewable Resources..................................................................................................................2003J. Price, M. Rothleder

Multiple Time-Scale Coordinated Power Control System to Accommodate Significant Wind Power Penetration and Its Real Application ..............................................................................................................................................................................2011

W. Wu, B. Zhang, J. Chen, T. Zhen

Operation and Control Strategies of Wind Power in West Inner Mongolia Power Grid ....................................................................2017H. Zhang, X. Wang, Y. Hou, J. Wan, J. Qi

Efficient Estimation of Critical Load Levels Using Variable Substitution Method..............................................................................2023R. Bo, F. Li

Automated Test Procedures for Accuracy Verification of Phasor Measurement Units ......................................................................2024S. Rabe, P. Komarnicki, Z. Styczynski, M. Gurbiel, J. Blumschein, M. Kereit, N. Voropai

Wide-Area Power Oscillation Damper Implementation and Testing in the Norwegian Transmission Network..............................2030K. Uhlen, L. Vanfretti, M. De Oliveira, A. Leirbukt, V. Aarstrand, J. Gjerde

Voltage Stability Monitoring using Sensitivities Computed from Synchronized Phasor Measurement Data...................................2037R. Leelaruji, L. Vanfretti, M. Almas

SmarTS Lab — A Laboratory for Developing Applications for WAMPAC Systems..........................................................................2045L. Vanfretti, M. Chenine, M. Almas, R. Leelaruji, L. Ängquist, L. Nordström

Offshore Power System Operation Planning Considering Energy Market Schedules .........................................................................2053K. Rudion, A. Orths, P. Eriksen

Branch Current Based State Estimation for Distribution System Monitoring .....................................................................................2056M. Baran

Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Controller Based on Simplified ANFIS Network..............................................................................................2060A. Albakkar, O. Malik

Smart Grid Drivers for Improving Generator Performance ..................................................................................................................2066D. Sun

Power Quality and Energy Efficiency in Smart Cities .............................................................................................................................2067W. Kling, J. Myrzik

Optimal Total Cross Tied Interconnection for Photovoltaic Arrays to Reduce Partial Shading Losses ...........................................2073M. Shamseldein, M. Kazerani, M. Salama

Efficient Determination of Distribution Tariffs for the Prevention of Congestion from EV Charging .............................................2079N. O’Connell, Q. Wu, J. Østergaard

Stochastic Distributed Protocol for Electric Vehicle Charging with Discrete Charging Rate ............................................................2087L. Gan, U. Topcu, S. Low

Evaluating the Profitability of Flexibility ..................................................................................................................................................2095J. Ma, V. Silva, L. Ochoa, D. Kirschen, R. Belhomme

Workforce Development for the Future Grid to Enable Sustainable Energy Systems ........................................................................2103C. Singh

PSS Design Criteria to Mitigate Power Quality Phenomena in Distribution Systems with Distributed Generators .......................2105R. Salim, R. Ramos

Addition of a New Generator Circuit Breaker to Unit Connected Nuclear Plant ................................................................................2113C. Gerbers, G. Poletto, K. Netzel

A Review of Hybrid Renewable/Alternative Energy Systems for Electric Power Generation: Configurations, Control and Applications.............................................................................................................................................................................2120

H. Nehrir, C. Wang, K. Strunz, H. Aki, R. Ramakumar, J. Bing, Z. Miao, Z. Salameh

Continuous-Wavelet Transform Fault Location Algorithm Inferred from Faulty Signal ..................................................................2121L. Iurinic, A. Bretas, E. Guimarães

A Community-Scale Microgrid Demonstration: FortZED/RDSI ...........................................................................................................2126D. Zimmerle

Control of Wind Generation Units Based on Doubly-Fed Induction Generator for Small-Signal Stability Enhancement.................................................................................................................................................................................................2129

R. Oliveira, J. Zamadei, M. Cardoso, R. Zamodzki

Common Mode Event Perspectives from the Canadian Electricity Association Equipment Reliability Information System ............................................................................................................................................................................................................2137

J. Schaller

Evaluation of Islanding Detection of Systems with Fixed Speed Wind Turbines .................................................................................2143V. Suppioni, A. Grilo

A Stochastic Unit Commitment Model for Integrating Renewable Supply and Demand Response ..................................................2149A. Papavasiliou, S. Oren

Sustainable Energy and Distributed Generation Scenario in the Brazilian Electricity Sector ...........................................................2155T. Ricciardi, D. Salles, R. Torquato, W. Freitas

Robust Unit Commitment Problem with Demand Response and Wind Energy...................................................................................2162L. Zhao, B. Zeng

An Hour-Ahead Scheduling Problem for a System with Wind Resource..............................................................................................2170Y. Yang, Q. Zhai, X. Guan

A Novel Method for Solving the Divergence of Power Flow and Controlling Voltage in Integrated Distributed Generators Network .....................................................................................................................................................................................2178

H. Nguyen, Y. Yoon

Alternative Analytical Approaches for Renewable DG Allocation for Energy Loss Minimization....................................................2183D. Hung, N. Mithulananthan

Transmission Expansion in Fast Growing Economies and the Challenges of Renewables Integration .............................................2193H. Rudnick, R. Ferreira, S. Mocarquer, L. Barroso

Evaluating the Impact of Low Discrepancy Sequences on the Probabilistic Evaluation of Composite Power System Reliability ......................................................................................................................................................................................................2201

R. Green II, L. Wang, M. Alam, C. Singh

Impacts of Control and Communication System Vulnerabilities on Power Systems Under Contingencies ......................................2209M. Rahnamay-Naeini, Z. Wang, A. Mammoli, M. M. Hayat

Performance of VAR Controls for Distribution Lines with Photovoltaic Cells and Batteries ............................................................2216H. Yeh, S. Doan, D. Gayme

Designing a Multi Charging Station for Electric Vehicles and Its Utilization for the Grid Support..................................................2222M. Singh, P. Kumar, I. Kar

Modeling and Small Signal Analysis of a PMSG-Based Wind Generator with Sensorless Maximum Power Extraction ......................................................................................................................................................................................................2230

Z. Miao, L. Fan

Robust Bidding Strategy for Wind Power Plants and Energy Storage in Electricity Markets ...........................................................2238A. Thatte, D. Viassolo, L. Xie

Lead-Lag PSS Design Based on H∞ Control Theory and Genetic Algorithm........................................................................................2245Y. Morishita, K. Suzuki, S. Iwamoto

Fault Analysis of an Islanded Multi-Microgrid ........................................................................................................................................2252S. Gopalan, V. Sreeram, H. Iu, Z. Xu, Z. Dong, K. Wong

Distributed Automatic Voltage Control Framework for Large-scale Wind Integration in China .....................................................2258Q. Guo, H. Sun, Y. Liu, R. Chen, B. Wang, B. Zhang

GPF-based Method for Evaluating EVs’ Free Charging Impacts in Distribution System ..................................................................2263Z. Li, H. Sun, Q. Guo, Y. Wang, B. Zhang

Current Energy Management Technologies Research in China Considering EVs Integration ..........................................................2270Q. Guo, H. Sun, Y. Wang, Z. Li, B. Zhang

Representation of Short-Term Open Access Transactions using Common Information Model ........................................................2276Y. Pradeep, K. Patariya, G. Ravikumar, S. Khaparde

Probabilistic Optimal Sizing of Stand-Alone PV Systems with Modeling of Variable Solar Radiation and Load Demand ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................2282

S. Ng, J. Zhong, J. Cheng

On Spinning Reserve Determination and Power Generation Dispatch Optimization for Wind Power Integration Systems...........................................................................................................................................................................................................2289

S. Xia, M. Zhou, G. Li, Y. Liu, M. Xiang

Applicability Comparison of Three Algorithms for Electromechanical Mode Identification .............................................................2296C. Wu, J. Zhang

Pricing Games Among Interconnected Microgrids ..................................................................................................................................2303G. Kasbekar, S. Sarkar

Unit Commitment Using Quadratic Programming and Unit Decommitment ......................................................................................2311T. Sawa, K. Furukawa

Price Based Electric Vehicle Charging ......................................................................................................................................................2317P. Mahat, M. Handl, K. Kanstrup, A. Lozano, A. Sleimovits

Low Voltage Grid Connections for Electric Vehicle Infrastructure in Europe ....................................................................................2325P. Legoy, G. Buckely

Electric Vehicle Charging and Wind Power Integration: Coupled or Decoupled Electricity Market Resources?...........................2333K. Valentine, W. Temple, M. Zhang

A Bipolar Two-Stage Photovoltaic System Based on Three-Level Neutral-Point Clamped Converter .............................................2340H. Ghoddami, A. Yazdani

Dynamic Security Assessment in System Operation and Planning – First Experiences ......................................................................2348U. Kerin, R. Balaurescu, F. Lazar, R. Krebs, F. Balasiu

Circulating Currents in Closed Loop Structure, A New Problematic in Distribution Networks .......................................................2354M. Loos, S. Werben, J. Maun

Effects of Iron-Core Topology on Inrush Currents in Three-Phase Multi-Leg Power Transformers ...............................................2361P. Moses, M. Masoum, M. Moghbel

Incorporation of Data-Mining in Protection Technology for High Impedance Fault Detection .........................................................2367A. Valero Masa, S. Werben, J. Maun

Sub-Synchronous Interaction in Wind Power Plants – Part I: Study Tools and Techniques .............................................................2375B. Badrzadeh, M. Sahni, D. Mutumuni, Y. Zhou, A. Gole

Flexible Grids Protection Schemes in ELIA Vison: From Traditional to Intelligent Ones .................................................................2384F. Lazar, G. Huon, L. Uyttersprot

Distribution Charges Considering Load Elasticity...................................................................................................................................2393P. Santos, R. Leme, J. Lima

Real Time Transient Instability Detection Based on Trajectory Characteristics and Transient Energy ..........................................2397H. Deng, J. Zhao, X. Wu, K. Men

Optimal Bottleneck Prevention in Transmission Systems Using Dynamic Security Assessment........................................................2404C. Heyde, R. Krebs, Z. Styczynski

Economic Dispatch Considering Integration of Wind Power Generation and Mixed-Mode Electric Vehicles ................................2408H. Yu, W. Gu, N. Zhang, D. Lin

Centralized and Decentralized Approaches to Smart Charging of Plug-In Vehicles ...........................................................................2415M. González Vayá, G. Andersson

Interpretation of Dielectric Response Measurements of Transformer Insulation under Temperature Variations and Transient Effects ...................................................................................................................................................................................2423

H. Ma, T. Saha, C. Ekanayake

Use of Markov Models in Assessing Spare Transformer Requirements for Distribution Stations ....................................................2431G. Hamoud

Power Supply Synchronization without Communication ........................................................................................................................2432L. Torres, J. Hespanha, J. Moehlis

An Iterative Approach for Symmetrical and Asymmetrical Short-Circuit Calculations with Converter-Based Connected Renewable Energy Sources. Application to Wind Power .....................................................................................................2438

Ö. Göksu, R. Teodorescu, B. Bak-Jensen, F. Iov, P. Kjær

Radial Forces and Vibrations in Permanent Magnet and Induction Machines ....................................................................................2446D. Dorrell, D. Ionel

Field Force Data Visualization on a Mobile Platform ..............................................................................................................................2452A. McMorran, S. Rudd, J. Simmins, N. McCollough, C. Shand

Comparison of Reactive Power Regulation Concepts of Distributed Generators in the Low Voltage Network...............................2457D. Matvoz, M. Maksic

Micro-inverter for Integrated Grid-Tie PV Module Using Resonant Controller .................................................................................2463J. Gazoli, M. Villalva, T. Siqueira, E. Ruppert

Optimal Charging of Electric Vehicles in Low-Voltage Distribution Systems ......................................................................................2471P. Richardson, D. Flynn, A. Keane

Structured Power System Model Reduction of Non-Coherent Areas ....................................................................................................2472C. Sturk, L. Vanfretti, Y. Chompoobutrgool, H. Sandberg

Handling Excessive Third Harmonics in Utility Systems due to Proliferation of Non-Linear Loads ................................................2480H. Sharma, P. Keebler, F. Sharp, M. Josef, J. Price

Impact Study of Energy Storage for Optimal Energy Scheduling in Microgrid ..................................................................................2487Z. Zhao, E. Makram, Y. Tong

Analysis of Electricity Price in Danish Competitive Electricity Market ................................................................................................2494W. Hu, Z. Chen, B. Bak-Jensen

Fault-Tolerant Wide-Area Control for Power Oscillation Damping......................................................................................................2502F. Segundo Sevilla, I. Jaimoukha, B. Chahuduri, P. Korba

Asymmetrical Design of VSC-Based HVDC Transmission Lines...........................................................................................................2510R. Adapa, L. Barthold, D. Woodford

Using Phasor Measurement Units in Power System Island Restoration................................................................................................2516F. Galvan, R. Gardner

Cascading Tripping out of Numerous Wind Turbines in China: Fault Evolution Analysis and Simulation Study .........................2519X. Ye, Y. Qiao, Z. Lu

Approaches to Transmission Planning: A Transmission Expansion Game ..........................................................................................2530J. Molina, J. Contreras, H. Rudnick

Estimation of End User Voltage Quality including Background Distortion..........................................................................................2538C. Debruyne, J. Desmet, L. Vandevelde

Demonstration of Microgrid Technology at a Military Installation .......................................................................................................2545A. Skowronska-Kurec, S. Eick, E. Kallio

Decentralized Congestion Management in Stochastic Electric Power Markets with PHEV Penetration..........................................2547B. Ramachandran, S. Srivastava, D. Cartes

Philosophical Considerations on the Design of Smart Grids ...................................................................................................................2553P. Ribeiro, H. Polinder, M. Verkerk

Customer Sampling in a Smart Grid Pilot ................................................................................................................................................2556W. Labeeuw, G. Deconinck

Field Force Data Visualization: Developing an Open Mobile Platform for Integrated Data Access..................................................2563A. McMorran, S. Rudd, J. Simmins, N. McCollough, C. Shand

Smart Control System for Standalone and Grid Connected PV Systems ..............................................................................................2568H. Mostafa, R. El Shatshat, M. Salama

Recognition of Partial Discharge Patterns.................................................................................................................................................2574R. Liao, Y. Fernandess, K. Tavernier, G. Taylor, M. Irving

Geo-Enabled Synchrophasor Data Exchange Framework Based on Sensor Web ...............................................................................2582N. Dahal, S. Durbha, R. King, N. Younan

Novel Meter Placement Algorithm for Enhanced Accuracy of Distribution System State Estimation..............................................2588N. Nusrat, M. Irving, G. Taylor

Security Assessment of an Autonomous System with Increased Wind Penetration and Pumped Storage Hybrid Plants..............................................................................................................................................................................................................2596

N. Sakellaridis, J. Mantzaris, S. Papathanasiou, I. Vitellas, C. Vournas

On the Progress of Renewable Energy Integration into Smart Grids in India .....................................................................................2604S. Mukhopadhyay, S. Soonee, R. Joshi, A. Rajput

Power System Restoration Planning and Some Key Issues .....................................................................................................................2610J. Jiang, Z. Zhang, M. Fan, G. Harrison, C. Lin, M. Tamayo, V. Perumalla

Power Control Method on VSC-HVDC in a Hybrid Multi-Infeed HVDC System...............................................................................2618Y. Liu, Z. Chen

Demand Response Forecasting in Practice: Challenges and Opportunities ..........................................................................................2626L. Huang, M. Agustin

Transmission Loss Reduction in North China Grid .................................................................................................................................2629J. Zhu, M. Yao, B. Chiu, M. Jin, J. Liang, T. Zhang, Z. Chen

Static State Estimation of FACTS Containing Synchronized Phasor Measurement Units .................................................................2635A. Zamora-Cardenas, C. Fuerte-Esquivel

Measurement-Based Load Modeling at Distribution Level with Complete Model Structure.............................................................2642J. Hou, Z. Xu, Z. Dong

Development of a New Library of IEEE Excitation Systems and Its Validation with PSS/E..............................................................2648T. Zabaiou, L. Dessaint, P. Brunelle

Evaluation of Power Flow Variability on the Paraguaná Transmission System due to Integration of the First Venezuelan Wind Farm ...............................................................................................................................................................................2656

F. Gonzalez-Longatt, J. Roldan, J. Rueda, C. Charalambous

Electric Vehicle Simulation Models for Power System Applications .....................................................................................................2664C. Wenge, B. Arendarski, K. Haensch, A. Naumann, P. Komarnicki

Engineering Resilient Cyber-Physical Systems .........................................................................................................................................2670T. Overbye

Estimation and Classification of Power Losses due to Reduced Power Quality ...................................................................................2671T. Bantras, V. Cuk, J. Cobben, W. Kling

Equivalent PI Circuit for Zero-Sequence Double Circuit Transmission Lines.....................................................................................2677N. Kang, Y. Liao

Wind Energy Impact in Fossil Fuel Management: A Multi-Energy OPF Approach ...........................................................................2683A. Martinez-Mares, C. Fuerte-Esquivel, L. Wu, T. Ortmeyer

Power Grid Planning and Operation with Higher Penetration of Intermittent Resources and EPA Rules ......................................2691T. Hillman, L. Zhang

Virtualization of Synchronized Phasor Measurement Units Within Real-Time Simulators for Smart Grid Applications...................................................................................................................................................................................................2693

A. Al-Hammouri, L. Nordström, M. Chenine, L. Vanfretti, N. Honeth, R. Leelaruji

Energy Consumption of Residential HVAC Systems: A Simple Physically-Based Model...................................................................2700M. Muratori, V. Marano, R. Sioshansi, G. Rizzoni

Testing a Wavelet-based Variability Model (WVM) for Solar PV Power Plants .................................................................................2708M. Lave, J. Kleissl

LOLE Best Practices Working Group .......................................................................................................................................................2714A. Ford, B. Heath

Intelligent Data Analysis for Power Systems.............................................................................................................................................2719W. Fan, Y. Liao, T. Laughner, B. Rogers, G. Pitts, J. Wooten, J. Rossman, F. Elmendorf

Evolutionary Strategy Technique to Optimize the Grounding Grids Design........................................................................................2727E. Elrefaei, S. Ghoneim, M. Kamal, R. Ghaly

A Methodology for Characterizing and Modeling Inverters for Grid Integration Studies using Power Hardware-in-the-Loop ....................................................................................................................................................................................................2733

D. Terlip, B. Kroposki, D. Maksimovic

A Mathematic Framework for Analysis of Complex Cyber-Physical Power Systems .........................................................................2738R. Kolacinski, K. Loparo

Microgrid Energy Management System: A Study of Reliability and Economic Issues .......................................................................2746H. Daneshi, H. Khorashadi-Zadeh

Autonomous Demand Response for Frequency Regulation on a Large-Scale Model of an Interconnected Grid ............................2751S. Mattix, M. Donnelly, D. Trudnowski, J. Dagle

Implementation of a Full Western Bulk System Operational Model for Reliability Monitoring .......................................................2759H. Zhang, B. Wangen

Applying Self-Healing Schemes to Modern Power Distribution Systems ..............................................................................................2766J. Romero Aguero

Characterization of Distribution System Interruption Duration............................................................................................................2770T. Ortmeyer, B. Fisk

Measurement-Based Power System Dynamic Model for Response Estimation ....................................................................................2775Y. Liu, K. Sun, Y. Liu

Fuzzy Type-1 and Type-2 TSK Modeling with Application to Solar Power Prediction ......................................................................2781S. Jafarzadeh, M. Fadali, M. Etezadi-Amoli

Soft Restarting of Industrial Power Network Using Inverter-Controlled Energy Storage System ....................................................2787A. Anwar, Y. Zhang, R. Dougal

Power Sharing and Control in Distributed Generation with Wireless Sensor Networks ....................................................................2795R. Majumder, G. Bag, K. Kim

Vector Analysis and Performance Evaluation of Modular Transformer Converter (MTC) Based Convertible Static Transmission Controller ..............................................................................................................................................................................2796

B. Parkhideh, N. Yousefpoor, B. Fardanesh, S. Bhattacharya

Handbook for Gas Insulated Substations and Transmission Lines ........................................................................................................2804H. Koch

Wind Power Ramps: Detection and Statistics ...........................................................................................................................................2806R. Sevlian, R. Rajagopal

EMS Real Time Model Enhancement and Performance Validation Using Archived Telemetry and Historical Events Data ...................................................................................................................................................................................................2814

F. Ahmad, M. A. Nayeem, H. Presume

A Globally Convergent Trust-Region Method for Power Flow Studies in Active Distribution Systems ...........................................2821M. Abdelaziz, H. Farag, E. El-Saadany, Y. Mohamed

Incorporating Voltage Regulator and Load Models in Unbalanced Power Flow Studies of Active Distribution Systems...........................................................................................................................................................................................................2828

H. Farag, M. Abdelaziz, E. El-Saadany

Western Electricity Coordinating Council Experience in the Collection of Transmission Common-Mode and Dependent Outages.......................................................................................................................................................................................2835

B. Keel, M. Papic, D. Tucker

Minimum Data Set for Controlling Data Center Equipment for Energy Saving Management..........................................................2842T. Hayashi, T. Tominaga, K. Saigo, P. Gemma

Smart Grid in Critical Situations. Do We Need Some Standards for This? A German Perspective ..................................................2850I. Hauer, Z. Styczynski, P. Komarnicki, M. Stötzer, J. Stein

Angle Stability Predictive Indices ...............................................................................................................................................................2858S. Rovnyak, M. Nilchi, D. Longbottom, D. Vasquez

To Concentrate or Not to Concentrate: Performance Analysis of ICT System with Data Concentrations for Wide-Area Monitoring and Control Systems ......................................................................................................................................................2864

K. Zhu, A. T. Al-Hammouri, L. Nordström

A Realistic Irradiance-Based Voltage Flicker Analysis of PV Applied to Hawaii Distribution Feeders............................................2871E. Stewart, T. Aukai, J. Macpherson, B. Quach, D. Nakafuji, R. Davis

Storage Dispatch Optimization for Grid-Connected Combined Photovoltaic-Battery Storage Systems...........................................2878A. Nottrott, J. Kleissl, B. Washom

The Effect of Electromechanical Wave Controllers on Inter-Area Modes ............................................................................................2885P. Zhang, J. Thorp, X. Wang, X. Wei

Demand Response – An Assessment of Load Participation in the ERCOT Nodal Market .................................................................2893W. Lee, F. Quilumba, J. Shi, S. Huang

Impact of the Penetration of Wind Power on the Libyan Power System...............................................................................................2903N. Ali, R. Ramakumar

Dynamic Stochastic Optimal Power Flow Control for Intelligent Coordination of Grid-Connected Energy Systems ....................2911J. Liang, G. Venayagamoorthy, R. Harley

PMU Based Generator Parameter Identification to Improve the System Planning and Operation ..................................................2919C. Tsai, W. Lee, E. Nashawati, C. Wu, H. Lan

Control and Simulation of Grid-Connected Micro-Grid .........................................................................................................................2927H. Liu, K. Li, H. Gao, Y. Sun, K. Sun, W. Lee

Power System Simulation Algorithms for Parallel Computer Architectures........................................................................................2933C. Dufour, V. Jalili-Marandi, J. Belanger, L. Snider

A Multi-core High Performance Computing Framework for Probabilistic Solutions of Distribution Systems................................2939T. Cui, F. Franchetti

Power Quality Monitoring and Control for DFIG Wind Generation ....................................................................................................2945S. Korkua, W. Lee, H. Chen

Wide-Area Measurement Based Dynamic Stochastic Optimal Power Flow Control for Smart Grids with High Variability and Uncertainty ........................................................................................................................................................................2953

J. Liang, G. Venayagamoorthy, R. Harley

Impacts of Solar PV Generators on Power System Stability and Voltage Performance......................................................................2954Y. Zhang, S. Zhu, R. Sparks, I. Green

A Novel Power Management Control Strategy for a Renewable Stand-Alone Power System ............................................................2961A. Haruni, M. Negnevitsky, M. Haque, A. Gargoom

Weighted Parallel Algorithm to Improve the Performance of Short-Term Wind Power Forecasting ..............................................2968J. Shi, W. Lee

A Comparative Analysis of the Interaction between Different FACTS and HVDC.............................................................................2974L. Xu, P. Dong, M. Liu

Frequency Responsive Controls for Wind Plants in Grids with Wind High Penetration....................................................................2979N. Miller, R. Delmerico, K. Kuruvilla, M. Shao

A Two-Level System-Wide Automatic Voltage Control System .............................................................................................................2986R. Guo, H. Chiang, H. Wu, K. Li, Y. Deng

System Imbalance Minimizing Renewable Generation Portfolio Selection in the Presence of Plug-in Electric Vehicles ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................2992

S. Chakraborty, S. Shukla, J. Thorp

Impacts of Distributed Renewable Energy Generations on Smart Grid Operation and Dispatch .....................................................3000J. Liu, W. Zhang, R. Zhou, J. Zhong

Comparison of Grounding System Designs Using Copper or Copperweld® Ground Conductors ....................................................3005A. Meliopoulos, G. Cokkinides, R. James, C. Syarif, D. Fox

Transmission Planning for Generation at Risk due to Environmental Regulations and Public Policy Initiatives ...........................3014R. Chu, P. McGlynn, P. Sotkiewicz

Energy Storage Control in Renewable Energy Based Microgrid ...........................................................................................................3022X. Tang, Z. Qi

Evaluation of Islanding Detection Techniques for Inverter-Based Distributed Generation ...............................................................3028O. Faqhruldin, E. El-Saadany, H. Zieneldin

A Minimum Cover Algorithm for PMU Placement in Power System Networks Under Line Observability Constraints ....................................................................................................................................................................................................3035

J. Anderson, A. Chakrabortty

Optimal Incremental Placement of PMUs for Power System Observability.........................................................................................3042F. Wang, W. Zhang, P. Li

Climate Change Adaptation and Planning – An Update for the Power Industry.................................................................................3049J. McConnach, W. Jewell

Security-Constrained Unit Commitment with Wind Power Generation Using Interval Linear Programming ...............................3053B. Zhou, Q. Jiang

Performance of MRAS Based Speed Estimators for Grid Connected Doubly Fed Induction Machines During Voltage Dips ..................................................................................................................................................................................................3059

V. Verma, J. Hossain, T. Saha, C. Chakraborty

Risk-Based Generator Rejection Protection System Design in Taiwan Power System........................................................................3067S. Lee, W. Song, J. Liu, C. Chu

Modeling and Planning of EV Fast Charging Station in Power Grid ....................................................................................................3075C. Dharmakeerthi, N. Mithulananthan, T. Saha

Islanding of Systems of Distributed Generation Using Optimization Methodology.............................................................................3083M. Wang, J. Zhong

Performance-Based Regulation: Maximizing Value Through Markets ................................................................................................3090R. Ogburn, S. Bresler

Applying IEC Standards for Communication and Data Management as the Backbone for Smart Distribution .............................3095B. Buchholz, C. Brunner, A. Naumann, A. Styczynski

Distribution Network Reconfiguration Using Population-Based AI Techniques: A Comparative Analysis .....................................3101A. Swarnkar, N. Gupta, K. Niazi

Integrated Grid and Power Market Simulation........................................................................................................................................3107T. Rendel, C. Rathke, T. Breithaupt, L. Hofmann

Control Circuit Topology of a Time-Divided Torque and Suspension Force Control Type Bearingless Motor...............................3114M. Ooshima, K. Miyashita, M. Rahman

Photovoltaic Plant Metering Monitoring Model and Its Calibration and Parameter Assessment .....................................................3118Q. Zhang, J. Zhang, C. Guo

Participation of Wind Power Plants in the Spanish Power System during Events...............................................................................3125S. Martin-Martinez, E. Gómez-Lázaro, A. Molina-García, A. Vigueras-Rodriguez, M. Milligan, E. Muljadi

Design and Control of Smart DC Microgrid for Integration of Renewable Energy Sources ..............................................................3133M. Kumar, S. Singh, S. Srivastava

Comparison of Instantaneous Frequency Estimation Algorithms under Power System Disturbances .............................................3140A. Carcelen-Flores, J. Fuentes Moreno, A. Molina-García, E. Gómez-Lázaro, A. Vigueras-Rodriguez

Profiling Residential PV Output based on Weekly Weather Forecast for Home Energy Management System...............................3148T. Niimura, K. Ozawa, D. Yamashita, K. Yoshimi, M. Osawa

Influencing Domestic Customers’ Market Behavior with Time Flexible Tariffs ..................................................................................3153M. Ifland, N. Exner, N. Döring, D. Westermann

A Comparison of Algorithms for Controlling DSRs in a Control by Price Context Using Hardware-in-the-loop Simulation......................................................................................................................................................................................................3160

F. Sossan, H. Bindner

Probabilistic Load Flow Computation Using First-Order Second-Moment Method ...........................................................................3166C. Wan, Z. Xu, Z. Dong, K. Wong

A Hierarchical, Distributed PEV Charging Control in Low Voltage Distribution Grids to Ensure Network Security ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................3172

M. Galus, S. Art, G. Andersson

Estimation of Location and Coordinated Tuning of PSS based on Mean-Variance Mapping Optimization ....................................3180J. Rueda, J. Cepeda, I. Erlich

Traceability and Global Recognition of Measurement Values and Its Impact and Economic Importance in the Era of Smart Grid ................................................................................................................................................................................................3188

G. Rietveld, E. So

Reactive Power Support from Distributed Generation – Ireland’s Demonstration Initiative ............................................................3193A. Keane, E. Diskin, P. Cuffe, D. Brooks, T. Hearne, T. Fallon

Statistical Identification of Prototypical Low Voltage Distribution Feeders in Western Australia....................................................3198Y. Li, P. Wolfs

Study on Coordinated Voltage Control Strategy of DFIG Wind Farm .................................................................................................3206H. Chen, Y. Qiao, Z. Lu

A Modified Branch-Exchange Heuristic Algorithm for Large-Scale Distribution Networks Reconfiguration ................................3215N. Gupta, A. Swarnkar, K. Niazi

Performance Evaluation of HV CTs Subjected to Actual Operating Conditions in Substations and its Impact on Smart Metering Infrastructure within Smart Grids ................................................................................................................................3222

G. Rietveld, W. Sloot, E. So, X. Guo, F. Mubarak, J. De Geus, F. Van Halm, B. Wismans, S. Bruijns, F. Koers

Recognition of Post-Contingency Dynamic Vulnerability Regions: Towards Smart Grids ................................................................3224J. Cepeda, J. Rueda, I. Erlich, D. Colome

Real-Time Dynamic Security Assessment of Power Systems with Large Amount of Wind Power Using Case-Based Reasoning Methodology...............................................................................................................................................................................3232

R. Tiako, D. Jayaweera, S. Islam

Residential DSM Actions Impact Prediction Through a Psychological Model of Electricity ..............................................................3239A. Prudenzi, A. Silvestri, R. Lamedica, M. Falvo, M. Regoli

Characterisation of the Reactive Power Capability of Diverse Distributed Generators: Toward an Optimisation Approach .......................................................................................................................................................................................................3245

P. Cuffe, P. Smith, A. Keane

Improved Method for Real-Time Transient Stability Assessment of Power Systems ..........................................................................3250D. Echeverria, J. Rueda, D. Colome, I. Erlich

Improving Flexibility and Utilization of Transmission Systems by Means of Network and Protection Security Assessment and Measurement ....................................................................................................................................................................3258

R. Krebs, Z. Styczynski

Implementation of Load Profile Test for Electricity Distribution Networks ........................................................................................3267R. Li, C. Gu, Y. Zhang, F. Li

Load Estimation Issues in Real-Time Power System State Estimation..................................................................................................3273V. Thekkemadom, J. Moore, R. Sulte, S. Laojavachakul

Optimum Placement of Distributed Generation in Three-Phase Distribution Systems with Time Varying Load Using a Monte Carlo Approach ..................................................................................................................................................................3277

J. Martinez, G. Guerra

An Innovative Dispatching, Monitoring and Control Method for Large-Scale Wind Farm Integration ..........................................3284W. Miao, H. Jia

A Control Strategy to Fast Relieve Overload in a Self-Healing Smart Grid .........................................................................................3291Z. Jiao, K. Men, J. Zhong

Node-Depth Encoding with Recombination for Multi-Objective Evolutionary Algorithm to Solve Loss Reduction Problem in Large-Scale Distribution Systems...........................................................................................................................................3298

D. Sipoli Sanches, T. Worle Lima, A. César Dos Santos, A. Cláudio Botazzo Delbem, J. Augusto London Jr.

Application of Non-Linear Programming for Large-Scale AC-DC Power Flow Analysis ..................................................................3306Z. Qin, Y. Hou

Coordinated Charging Strategy for PEVs Charging Stations.................................................................................................................3314Z. Xu, Z. Hu, Y. Song, Z. Luo, K. Zhan, J. Wu

MILP Islanding of Power Networks by Bus Splitting ..............................................................................................................................3322P. Trodden, W. Bukhsh, A. Grothey, K. McKinnon

Solutions from a National Smart Grids Demonstration Site Exploring a Fiber-Optic Communication Infrastructure................................................................................................................................................................................................3330

D. Nordgård, K. Sand, R. Kyte, E. Bjerkan, T. Solvang, K. Samdal

An Efficient Implementation of Tabu Search in Feeder Reconfiguration of Distribution Systems....................................................3335J. Franco, M. Lavorato, M. Rider, R. Romero

Assessment of Total Transfer Capability for Simultaneous Transactions in Decentralized Multi-Areas Power Systems...........................................................................................................................................................................................................3343

A. Ahmadi Khatir, V. Etard, R. Cherkaoui

Model Reduction of Power Systems Based on the Balanced Residualization Method .........................................................................3349C. Huang, K. Zhang, X. Dai, W. Wang

A System Dynamics Approach for Evaluating the Optimum Value of Reliability-Based Incentive Mechanism for Wind Generation in GEP.............................................................................................................................................................................3356

E. Alishahi, M. Parsa Moghaddam, M. Sheikh-El-Eslami

Long-Term Effect of Relay Protection Operation on Cascading Failures in Growing Scale-Free Small-World Power Grid ....................................................................................................................................................................................................3364

Y. Zhang, Z. Bao, Y. Cao

The Multi-Objective Optimization Dispatch of Combined Cold Heat and Power Based on the Principle of Equal Emission.........................................................................................................................................................................................................3370

X. Ran, R. Zhou, Y. Yang, L. Lin

Optimal Allocation of Renewable DG for Reliability Improvement and Losses Reduction ................................................................3375M. Shaaban, E. El-Saadany

Operational Characteristics of Non-Firm Wind Generation in Distribution Networks ......................................................................3383M. Dzamarija, M. Bakhtvar, A. Keane

Industrial Implementation of Economic Dispatch for Co-Generation Systems ....................................................................................3391H. Brännlund, S. Rahimi, J. Eriksson, M. Thorgren

Regularized Least Squares Power System State Estimation ...................................................................................................................3398M. De Almeida, A. Garcia, E. Asada

Dynamic Pricing by Scalable Energy Management Systems – Field Experiences and Simulation Results Using PowerMatcher...............................................................................................................................................................................................3399

K. Kok, B. Roossien, P. Macdougall, O. Van Pruissen, G. Venekamp, R. Kamphuis, J. Laarakkers, C. Warmer

The Flexible Demand Influence on the Joint Energy and Reserve Markets .........................................................................................3407G. Artac, D. Flynn, B. Kladnik, M. Hajdinjak, A. Gubina

Feature Extraction for Islanding Detection Using Wavelet Transform-Based Multi-Resolution Analysis .......................................3415J. Ning, C. Wang

Measurements at Two Different Nodes of a Windpark ...........................................................................................................................3421K. Yang, M. Bollen, M. Wahlberg

Demand Profile Study of Battery Electric Vehicle under Different Charging Options .......................................................................3428F. Marra, G. Yang, C. Træholt, E. Larsen, C. Nygaard Rasmussen, S. You

Grid Induced Torsional Vibrations in Turbine-Generators, Instrumentation, Monitoring, and Protection ....................................3435C. Bowler

Use of CIM for Workflows across Network Operation, Asset Management and Network Planning Systems at a Distribution Utility .......................................................................................................................................................................................3442

E. Wuergler, C. Vanhemelryck

Evolution of Conventional, Renewable and Alternative Resources in PJM Market Operations........................................................3446A. Ott

A Novel State Estimation Formulation for Distribution Grids with Renewable Energy Sources.......................................................3449F. Shabaninia, M. Vaziri, S. Vadhva, J. Vaziri

Harmonic Measurement and Modeling for Mass Implementation of Nonlinear Appliances..............................................................3454A. Koch, J. Myrzik, T. Wiesner, L. Jendernalik

An Improved Modulation Scheme for Harmonic Distortion Reduction in Modular Multilevel Converter ......................................3460A. Shojaei, G. Joos

Distribution System Load Modeling Based on Detection of Natural Voltage Disturbances ................................................................3467W. Freitas, L. Da Silva

Survey of Battery Energy Storage Systems and Modeling Techniques .................................................................................................3472A. Sparacino, G. Reed, R. Kerestes, B. Grainger, Z. Smith

Economic Analysis of Grid Level Energy Storage for the Application of Load Leveling ....................................................................3480R. Kerestes, G. Reed, A. Sparacino

Dependent Mode Outages in Analysis and Prediction of Multiple Outage States ................................................................................3489A. Schneider

Integrating Relevant Aspects of MOEAs Applied to Service Restoration in Distribution Systems....................................................3495D. Sipoli Sanches, J. Augusto London Jr., A. Cláudio Botazzo Delbem, A. César Dos Santos

PMU-Based Recursive State Estimation and Its Performance with Neural Network ..........................................................................3503F. Shabaninia, H. Sadeghi, M. Vaziri, S. Vadhva

White Paper: Grid Code and Nuclear Safety ............................................................................................................................................3508O. Sobott

Modeling the Wind Power In-Feed in Germany by Data Decomposition and Time Series Analysis .................................................3511Y. He, M. Hildmann, G. Andersson

Development of a Simplified Transmission Line Model Directly in the Phase Domain .......................................................................3519R. Cleber Da Silva, S. Kurokawa, E. Coelho Marques Da Costa, J. Pissolato

Impact of Demand Response Contracts on Load Forecasting in a Smart Grid Environment ............................................................3527Q. Zhou, W. Guan, W. Sun

New Method for Noninvasive Measurement of Utility Harmonic Impedance ......................................................................................3531D. Borkowski, A. Wetula, A. Bieñ

Barriers and Recommendations for Enabling ICT Based Intra-Grid Control Applications in Smart Grids ...................................3539P. Chittur Ramaswamy, M. Stifter, G. Deconinck

An Efficient Operation of a Micro Grid Using Heuristic Optimization Techniques: Harmony Search Algorithm, PSO, and GA .................................................................................................................................................................................................3546

K. Kim, S. Rhee, K. Song, K. Lee

Power System Compensation and Management Strategies to Meet EU 2020 Climate & Energy Goals ...........................................3552A. Bonfiglio, F. Delfino, M. Invernizzi, F. Pampararo, G. Peveri, R. Procopio

Development of an Agent-Based Distribution Test Feeder with Smart-Grid Functionality ...............................................................3560P. Jahangiri, D. Wu, W. Li, D. Aliprantis, L. Tesfatsion

Analyzing Loads for Balancing: Potential for the Belgian Case .............................................................................................................3567B. Vande Meerssche, G. Van Ham, G. Deconinck

High-Performance Computing for Electric Grid Planning and Operations .........................................................................................3575T. Epperly, T. Edmunds, A. Lamont, C. Meyers, S. Smith, Y. Yao, G. Drayton

The Journey to the Centralized CIM Based Network Data Model Management at ONCOR ............................................................3579D. Bogen, G. Latisko, K. Dziegielewski

Advancing the Adoption of Advanced Computing Methods and Technologies for Real-Time Control Center Operations .....................................................................................................................................................................................................3584

A. Wigington, L. Min, C. Li, W. Murray, A. Narayan

Development of a Distribution Level Data Acquisition System and Preliminary Results ...................................................................3590J. Bank

Demand Side Integration – A Potential Analysis for the German Power System.................................................................................3597M. Stötzer, P. Gronstedt, Z. Styczynski, B. Buchholz, W. Glaunsinger, K. Suslov

Cyber Attacks on Power System State Estimation through Topology Errors ......................................................................................3605A. Ashok, M. Govindarasu

Coordinated Optimization in Distribution Operation..............................................................................................................................3613J. Fan, H. Fan, P. Backscheider, J. McDonald

A Utility Perspective on the Value of Conventional Generation Resources in ISO Markets with High Penetrations of Intermittent Renewable Resources ........................................................................................................................................................3618

G. Stern

The Potential of Thermostatically Controlled Appliances for Intra-Hour Energy Storage Applications .........................................3620N. Lu, P. Du, Y. Makarov

Concurrent Impacts of Automation and Demand Response on Utilities Reliability Costs in Performance Based Regulation Scheme .......................................................................................................................................................................................3626

H. Arasteh, M. Haghifam

Observability Analysis and Restoration for State Estimation Using SCADA and PMU Data ............................................................3631G. Korres, N. Manousakis

Simulation Study of the Zhoushan Project as a Three-terminal DC Transmission System ................................................................3639J. Hu, C. Zhao, X. Zhang, X. Yang

Optimizing and Leveraging Future Offshore and Onshore HV Grid – Results from a Long Term Expansion Planning Methodology .................................................................................................................................................................................3645

A. Mansoldo, A. Rivera, M. Norton

An Affine Arithmetic Method to Solve the Stochastic Power Flow Problem Based on a Mixed Complementarity Formulation...................................................................................................................................................................................................3651

M. Pirnia, C. Canizares, K. Bhattacharya, A. Vaccaro

Customer Behavior Based Demand Response Model...............................................................................................................................3658P. Teimourzadeh Baboli, M. Eghbal, M. Parsa Moghaddam, H. Aalami

Energy Development in Africa: Survey Results from the IEEE Global Humanitarian Technology Conference (GHTC 2011).................................................................................................................................................................................................3665

P. Kostek, K. Moore

A Cost Effective Battery Sizing Strategy Based on a Detailed Battery Lifetime Model and an Economic Energy Management Strategy ..................................................................................................................................................................................3666

A. Aichhorn, M. Greenleaf, H. Li, J. Zheng

The Effect of Parameter and Measurement Uncertainties on Hybrid State Estimation......................................................................3674M. Asprou, E. Kyriakides, M. Albu

Guidelines for Selection of an Optimal Structuring Element for Mathematical Morphology Based Tools to Detect Power System Disturbances ........................................................................................................................................................................3682

S. Gautam, S. Brahma

A Multi-Agent System for Restoration of an Electric Power Distribution Network with Local Generation ....................................3688W. Khamphanchai, M. Pipattanasomporn, S. Rahman

Alternate Mechanisms for Integrating Renewable Sources of Energy into Electricity Markets ........................................................3696A. Lamadrid, T. Mount, R. Zimmerman, C. Murillo-Sanchez, L. Anderson

Planning for Variable Generation Integration through Balancing Authorities Consolidation ...........................................................3704R. Diao, N. Samaan, Y. Makarov, R. Hafen, J. Ma

Development of Power System Test Bed for Data Mining of Synchrophasors Data, Cyber-Attack and Relay Testing in RTDS ...........................................................................................................................................................................................3712

U. Adhikari, T. Morris, N. Dahal, S. Pan, R. King, N. Younan, V. Madani

Wide Area Control Framework Design Considering Different Feedback Time Delays ......................................................................3719G. Chen, Y. Sun, V. Venkatasubramanian, L. Cheng, J. Lin, A. Bose, W. Zhao, C. Lin

A Practical Multi-Phase Distribution State Estimation Solution Incorporating Smart Meter and Sensor Data..............................3727X. Feng, F. Yang, W. Peterson

Design of Physics-Based EMF Observer for Sensorless Control of PM Synchronous Machines........................................................3733A. Sarikhani, O. Mohammed

Adapting DFIGs for Doubly-Fed Induction Motors Operation ..............................................................................................................3739Y. Zhang, B. Ooi

Planning the SRP Transmission System with Dynamic Compliance Influences...................................................................................3747B. Keel

Analysis of Frequency Extrema in the Eastern and Western Interconnections, 2010–2011 ...............................................................3748P. Markham, Y. Zhang, J. Guo, Y. Liu, T. Bilke, D. Bertagnolli

Line Outage Detection Using Support Vector Machine (SVM) Based on the Phasor Measurement Units (PMUs) Technology ....................................................................................................................................................................................................3756

A. Abdelaziz, S. Mekhamer, M. Ezzat, E. El-Saadany

Spatial Prediction of Wind Farm Outputs Using the Augmented Kriging-Based Model ....................................................................3764J. Hur, R. Baldick

Operational Use of Contingency Analysis at PJM....................................................................................................................................3771J. Baranowski, D. French

Potential New Products and Models to Improve an RTO’s Ability to Manage Uncertainty...............................................................3775P. Gribik, D. Chatterjee, N. Navid

Smart Multi-Energy Grids: Concepts, Benefits and Challenges.............................................................................................................3780P. Mancarella

General and Simplified Computation of Fault Flow and Contribution of Distributed Sources in Unbalanced Distribution Networks..................................................................................................................................................................................3782

I. Kocar, J. Lacroix, F. Therrien

Use of Embedded Intelligence in Tactical Grids for Energy Surety and Fuel Conservation ..............................................................3790D. Massie, P. Curtiss, M. Miller

Gene Expression Programming for Static Security Assessment of Power Systems..............................................................................3795H. Khattab, A. Abdelaziz, S. Mekhamer, M. Badr, E. El-Saadany

Experiences with Contingency Analysis in Reliability and Market Operations at MISO ...................................................................3803J. Dondeti, C. Yang, K. Trotter, A. Witmeier, K. Sherd

Reconfiguration of Distribution Systems with Distributed Generators Using Ant Colony Optimization and Harmony Search Algorithms ......................................................................................................................................................................3810

A. Abdelaziz, R. Osama, S. Elkhodary, E. El-Saadany

A State Estimation Algorithm for Monitoring Topology Changes in Distribution Systems................................................................3818G. Korres, N. Manousakis

Cyber Security Recommendations for Wide Area Monitoring, Protection, and Control Systems .....................................................3826T. Morris, S. Pan, U. Adhikari

Review of Generator and Excitation System Specification and Test Requirements to Satisfy Multiple International Grid Code Standards ...................................................................................................................................................................................3832

R. Thornton-Jones, I. Golightly, N. Guteridge, C. Huizer, D. Navratil

Distributed Multi-Generation Options to Increase Environmental Efficiency in Smart Cities ..........................................................3834P. Mancarella

IEEE802.16 Based Communication for Coordinated Operation of Power Converters .......................................................................3842R. Majumder, G. Bag, G. Velotto

Modeling and Impacts of Smart Charging PEVs in Residential Distribution Systems........................................................................3850I. Sharma, C. Canizares, K. Bhattacharya

A Probability-Driven Multilayer Framework for Scheduling Intermittent Renewable Energy .........................................................3858F. Li, Y. Wei

Day Periodically Classification for Wide Area Day Ahead Short-Term Load Forecast ......................................................................3859F. Xu, L. Lai

Information Standards to Support Application and Enterprise Interoperability for the Smart Grid...............................................3863N. Hargreaves, G. Taylor, A. Carter

A VSC-HVDC Model with Reduced Computational Intensity ...............................................................................................................3869M. Moustafa, S. Filizadeh

Smart Automatic Generation Control .......................................................................................................................................................3875D. Chen, S. Kumar, M. York, L. Wang

Enhanced Automatic Generation Control (E-AGC) for Future Electric Energy Systems ..................................................................3882Q. Liu, M. Ilic

Non-Sinusoidal Reactive Power and Its Impact on Smart Meter Infrastructure in the Era of Smart Grid .....................................3890A. Emanuel

Interaction between AVR Reactive Power Control and High Power AC-DC Converter Control as Possible Cause of Instability ..................................................................................................................................................................................................3894

J. Agüero, P. Arnera, R. Bianchi, R. Molina, C. Biteznik, S. Barbero

A Behaviour Evaluation of Network Traffic in a Power Substation Concerning GOOSE Messages.................................................3901U. Chemin Netto, D. De Castro Grillo, I. Donisete Lonel, D. Vinicius Coury

Modeling and Stability Analysis of Distributed Generation....................................................................................................................3906E. Nasr Azadani, C. Canizares, K. Bhattacharya

The Time Skew Problem in PMU Measurements.....................................................................................................................................3914Q. Zhang, V. Vittal, G. Heydt, Y. Chackhchoukh, N. Logic, S. Sturgill

A Screening Procedure for Detecting Significant Power System Events Recorded by the Texas Synchrophasor Network .........................................................................................................................................................................................................3920

A. Sant, W. Grady, S. Santoso, J. Ramos

Proposals based on Cutset Area and Cutset Angles and Possibilities for PMU Deployment ..............................................................3925G. Lopez, J. Gonzalez, R. Leon, H. Sanchez, I. Isaac, H. Cardona

Wind Power Trading under Uncertainty in LMP Markets.....................................................................................................................3931A. Botterud

Smart Meters Should be Smarter ...............................................................................................................................................................3932A. Berrisford

Integration of Renewable Resources in New York Electricity Market ..................................................................................................3938R. Mukerji

Achieving Generation Dispatch Efficiency through Centralized Optimization: Wisdom or Heresy? The South American Way ..............................................................................................................................................................................................3940

L. Barroso, B. Bezerra, J. Rosenblatt, M. Pereira

A Robust Smart Sensor for Smart Substations.........................................................................................................................................3941R. Moghe, A. Iyer, F. Lambert, D. Divan

Power Quality Data Analytics: Tracking, Interpreting, and Predicting Performance ........................................................................3949S. Santoso, D. Sabin

Concurrent Distributed Control of All Power Components in an Autonomous Microgrid ................................................................3956G. Dehnavi, H. Ginn

Use of Synchronized Phasor Measurements for Dynamic Stability Monitoring and Model Validation in ERCOT ........................3964J. Chen, P. Shrestha, S. Huang, N. Sarma, J. Adams, D. Obadina, J. Ballance

Review of Voltage Compensation Methods in Dynamic Voltage Restorer (DVR)................................................................................3971A. Khoshkbar-Sadigh, K. Smedley

State Reconstruction from a Limited Number of Synchronized Phasor Measurements: Application to Voltage Instability Detection .....................................................................................................................................................................................3979

M. Glavic, T. Van Cutsem

Managing Transmission System Operation in New Zealand with High Renewable Penetration .......................................................3987N. Nair, P. Naik, B. Chakrabarti, D. Goodwin

Distributed Robust Economic Dispatch in Power Systems: A Consensus + Innovation Approach....................................................3995S. Kar, G. Hug

Curriculum Development: Meeting Industry Needs for Transmission Expansion Planning ..............................................................4003M. Henderson

NIST Reactive Power Standard ..................................................................................................................................................................4007T. Nelson, B. Waltrip

ISO-NE Proof of Concept Forecast of New State-Sponsored Energy Efficiency ..................................................................................4012M. Henderson, D. Ehrlich, E. Winkler, E. Wilkinson

Network Reconfiguration in Balanced Distribution Systems with Variable Load Demand and Variable Renewable Resources Generation ..................................................................................................................................................................................4016

A. Zidan, E. El-Saadany

Eigenvalue Analyses for Non-Transposed Three-Phase Transmission Line Considering Non-Implicit Ground Wires ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................4024

R. Monzani, A. Prado, S. Kurokawa, L. Bovolato, J. Pissolato Filho

Average-Value Model for Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle Battery Charger .......................................................................................4030A. Dubey, S. Santoso, M. Cloud

Planning of Conventional Generation and Renewable Resources ..........................................................................................................4038H. Chao, J. Adams

Implementation of CIM for Network Model and Assets at a Utility ......................................................................................................4041B. Scovill

Addressing Restoration Issues for the ISO New England System ..........................................................................................................4046M. Henderson, E. Rappold, J. Feltes, C. Grande-Moran, D. Durbak, O. Bileya

NERC’s Risk Assessment of Reliability Performance..............................................................................................................................4051M. Lauby, J. Bian, A. Slone

A New Unified Scheme for Controlled Power System Separation Using Synchronized Phasor Measurements...............................4057K. Sun, K. Hur, P. Zhang

Modeling and Simulation of a Solid State Transformer for Distribution Systems ...............................................................................4058J. Posada, J. Ramirez, R. Correa

Transmission Investments Under Uncertainty: The Impact of Flexibility on Decision-Making ........................................................4064G. Blanco, F. Olsina, F. Garcés

Smart Alarm and Event Processing ...........................................................................................................................................................4072A. Vivaldi, C. Moraes, C. Costa, G. Lambert-Torres

Market Induced Curtailment of Wind Power ...........................................................................................................................................4080A. Subramanian, E. Bitar, P. Khargonekar, K. Poolla

Algorithm for the Determination of Loadability Boundaries of Distribution .......................................................................................4088O. Krause, S. Lehnhoff

Emission Pricing and Locational Signal Impact on Generation Portfolio in Large Scale Queensland Network ..............................4096K. Hasan, T. Saha, M. Eghbal

Robust Optimization with Box Set for Reactive Power Optimization in Wind Power Integrated System ........................................4104Y. Yang, R. Zhou, X. Ran

A Robust Technique for Overvoltages Classification in Power Transformers .....................................................................................4110M. Elnozahy, R. El-Shatshat, M. Salama

Zero Dynamic Excitation Controller for Multimachine Power Systems to Augment Transient Stability and Voltage Regulation......................................................................................................................................................................................................4118

M. Mahmud, H. Pota, M. Hossain

Turbine-Generator Shaft Torsional Vibrations Resulting from Transmission Line Transients ........................................................4125T. Wait

Hybrid Cloud Computing Platform: The Next Generation IT Backbone for Smart Grid ..................................................................4129F. Luo, Z. Dong, Y. Chen, Y. Xu, K. Meng, K. Wong

Battery Switch Station Modeling and Its Economic Evaluation in Microgrid ......................................................................................4136Y. Miao, Q. Jiang, Y. Cao

A Multi-layer Data-driven Advanced Reasoning Tool for Intelligent Data Mining and Analysis for Smart Grids .........................4143N. Lu, P. Du, F. Greitzer, X. Guo, R. Hohimer, Y. Pomiak

Control of UPFC Using Hamilton–Jacobi–Bellman Formulation Based Neural Network..................................................................4150H. Nazaripouya, S. Mehraeen

Influence of Renewable Integration on Frequency Dynamics.................................................................................................................4158M. Li, J. McCalley

Renewable Generation and its Integration in New Zealand Power System ..........................................................................................4165B. Chakrabarti, W. Qureshi, N. Nair

ERCOT Tools Used to Handle Wind Generation .....................................................................................................................................4172S. Sharma, C. D’Annunzio, S. Badri, S. Huang, N. Sharma, I. Flores, B. Blevins, R. Surendran

Modeling of Salient-Pole Wound-Rotor Synchronous Machines for Population-Based Design .........................................................4179M. Bash, S. Pekarek

Evaluating the Use of a MicroGrid as a Power Solution for Africa’s Rural Areas ..............................................................................4180Z. Ding, W. Lee, D. Wetz, C. Tsai

A Hybrid Electric/Hydro Storage Solution for Standalone Photovoltaic Applications in Remote Areas ..........................................4185J. Zhao, K. Graves, C. Wang, G. Liao, C. Yeh

Incorporating DFIG Based Wind Power Generation in Microgrid Frequency Regulation ................................................................4191M. Fakhari Moghaddam Arani, E. El-Saadany

Excess Power Circulation in Distribution Networks Containing Distributed Energy Resources .......................................................4197S. Mazumder, A. Ghosh, F. Shahnia, F. Zare, G. Ledwich

Analyzing Aggregated Characteristics of Distributed Wind Farms.......................................................................................................4205X. Guan, J. Wu, P. Li

Probabilistic Forecasting of Aggregated Generation for Regional Wind Farms with Geographical Dynamic Model.....................4206P. Li, J. Wu, X. Guan, Y. Zhou

On the Impact of Demand Response: Load Shedding, Energy Conservation, and Further Implications to Load Forecasting ....................................................................................................................................................................................................4214

T. Hong, P. Wang

Determination of Excitation Capacitance of a Three-Phase Self-Excited Induction Generator .........................................................4217M. Haque, A. Maswood

Offering Strategies and Simulation of Multi-Item Iterative Auctions of Energy Contracts................................................................4223L. Barroso, A. Street, M. Pereira, S. Granville

Real-time Pricing Demand Response in Operations.................................................................................................................................4224S. Widergren, C. Marinovici, T. Berliner, A. Graves

Research and Development of Operation Smart System in CSG ...........................................................................................................4229J. Wang, X. Wu, H. Zhou

Fostering Wind Power Penetration into the Brazilian Forward-Contract Market ..............................................................................4235A. Street, D. Lima, Á. Veiga, B. Fânzeres, L. Freire, B. Amaral

Steady-State and Transient-State Analyses of a Renewable Energy Inverter.......................................................................................4243W. Jewell, P. Tamtam

Bayesian Fault Detection Based on WAMS-PMU Measurement System ..............................................................................................4250Y. Zhang, Z. Wang, J. Zhang

Robust Scheduling of Power System with Significant Wind Power Penetration ..................................................................................4256H. Chen, H. Li, R. Ye, B. Luo

An Overview on Smart Grid Simulator .....................................................................................................................................................4261H. Zhang, L. Lai

Network Characterization Based on Central Angles and PMU Deployment ........................................................................................4267G. Lopez, J. Gonzalez, D. Escobar, R. Leon, I. Isaac, H. Cardona

A Regression Algorithm for Transformer Fault Detection .....................................................................................................................4273P. Rondla, M. Falahi, W. Zhan, A. Goulart

Examining Power Grid’s Capacity to Meet Transportation Electrification Demand ..........................................................................4281Z. Darabi, M. Ferdowsi

Non-Conventional Electric Energy-Generation and Its Use for Economical Water Supply and Water Treatment Systems...........................................................................................................................................................................................................4288

A. Jittu

Multiperspective Risk Analysis for Aging Asset Fleet Management ......................................................................................................4289H. Ge, J. Hou, S. Asgarpoor

Distribution System Voltage and Var Optimization.................................................................................................................................4295W. Fan, Y. Liao, J. See, B. Goins, C. Gill, J. Petreshock, J. Bridges

Impact of Demand Response and Wind Generation on Reserve Requirements in the US Pacific Northwest ..................................4303D. Halamay, T. Brekken

Earthquake Effects on SDG&E’s 500/230kV Imperial Valley Substation ............................................................................................4310F. Johnson, K. Iliev

Power Grid Frequency Data Conditioning Using Robust Statistics and B-Spline Functions..............................................................4312Y. Liu, Z. Yuan, P. Markham, R. Conners, Y. Liu

Grid Code Requirements for Artificial Inertia Control Systems in the New Zealand Power System................................................4318M. Pelletier, M. Phethean, S. Nutt

Compensation of PV fluctuation by Gas Engines .....................................................................................................................................4325T. Shinji

Microgrid Harmonic Assesment Based on an Acceleration Procedure to the Limit Cycle .................................................................4328A. Tapia Flores, N. Garcia Barriga

The Role of System Reliability in Southwest Power Pool Integrated Marketplace ..............................................................................4334X. Wang, J. Wan, S. Gupta

Capacitor Control Considering Voltage Stability for Large Penetration of Photovoltaic Power .......................................................4335A. Enomoto, S. Aida, S. Iwamoto, H. Achiwa, N. Ariyoshi, K. Shimomura

A Study on Suitability of Different Transformer Winding Models for Frequency Response Analysis..............................................4341M. Mohd Yousof, C. Ekanayake, T. Saha, H. Ma

Research on Wind and Solar Penetration in a 9-bus Network................................................................................................................4349H. Zhang, L. Lai

Application of MIQCP Based SVC Allocation Method to a Complex Real-World Grid.....................................................................4355R. Chang, T. Saha

Spinning Reserve Estimation in Microgrids..............................................................................................................................................4361M. Wang, H. Gooi

A Robust Look-Ahead Unit Commitment .................................................................................................................................................4362X. Wang, P. Nieuwesteeg, O. Listes, S. Bresler, R. Ogburn

Short Term Load Forecasting Improved by Ensemble and Its Variations ...........................................................................................4366J. Yokoyama, H. Chiang

Grid-Scale Rampable Dispatchable Storage: Cascaded Use of Advanced Battery Technology to Increase Energy Security in Alaska.........................................................................................................................................................................................4372

B. Muhando, R. Wies, T. Johnson, G. Holdmann

Theoretical Performance Boundaries for Permanent Magnet Machines as a Function of Magnet Type ..........................................4380J. Krizan, S. Sudhoff

Short-Term Resource Scheduling for Power Systems with Energy Storage Systems ..........................................................................4386S. Jang, J. Park, J. Roh, S. Son, K. Lee

A New Algorithm of Corrective Control to Relieve Overloads ...............................................................................................................4393H. Zhang, B. Gou

An Approach for Current Balancing in Distribution Networks with Rooftop PVs..............................................................................4398F. Shahnia, A. Ghosh, G. Ledwich, F. Zare

Optimum Sizing of Energy Storage for an Electric Ferry Ship ..............................................................................................................4404S. Mashayekh, Z. Wang, L. Qi, J. Lindtjorn, T. Myklebust

Smarter Fault Location, Isolation and Service Restoration Using Integrated Distribution Management Systems and Distribution Automation ......................................................................................................................................................................4412

A. Jayantilal, C. McCarthy

Transient Operational Constraints in Power System Optimization Problems .....................................................................................4415S. Mashayekh, K. Butler-Purry

Multivariate Analysis for Correlations Among Different Transformer Oil Parameters to Determine Transformer Health Index ..................................................................................................................................................................................................4423

A. Dehghani Ashkezari, H. Ma, C. Ekanayake, T. Saha

Effect of STATCOM Placement on Performance of Voltage Sag Mitigation .......................................................................................4430M. Ali, M. Fozdar, K. Niazi

Sizing of Energy Storage for Microgrids ...................................................................................................................................................4437S. Chen, H. Gooi, M. Wang

Unified Representation of Data and Model for Sparse Measurement Based Fault Location..............................................................4438P. Dutta, M. Kezunovic

A Green Prison: The Santa Rita Jail Campus Microgrid........................................................................................................................4446C. Marnay, N. Deforest, J. Lai

Distribution Feeder Loads Classification and Decomposition ................................................................................................................4448G. Nourbakhsh, H. Chiu, Y. Mishra, A. Ghosh

Efficient Proactive Transmission Planning to Accommodate Renewables ............................................................................................4454F. Munoz, B. Hobbs, S. Kasina

Assigning Weights for PMU Measurements: Two Alternative Methods ...............................................................................................4461L. Zhang, A. Abur

Observability Analysis of Systems Containing Phasor Measurements ..................................................................................................4466M. Gol, A. Abur

Power System Transient Stability Enhancement Using Direct Drive Wind Generators .....................................................................4472H. Mokui, M. Masoum, M. Mohseni, M. Moghbel

Detection, Identification, and Correction of Bad Sensor Measurements for Fault Location ..............................................................4478M. Korkali, A. Abur

Optimal Electric Energy Storage Operation .............................................................................................................................................4484J. Qin, R. Sevlian, D. Varodayan, R. Rajagopal

Reactivity Estimation of Nuclear Reactor Combined with Neural Network and Mechanism Model ................................................4490J. Ma, J. Fan, L. Lv, L. Ma

BC Hydro Approach to Load Modeling in State Estimation...................................................................................................................4496D. Atanackovic, G. Dwernychuk

A Stochastic Optimal Approach for Fundamental Frequency Modulated Modular Multilevel Converter ......................................4501K. Shen, C. Liu, J. Wang, X. Cai, Y. Ji

Design and Development of a New Smart Grid Course at Washington State University ....................................................................4507A. Srivastava, C. Hauser, D. Bakken, M. Kim

Passive Harmonic Filter Planning to Overcome Power Quality Issues in Radial Distribution Systems ............................................4509R. Pandi, H. Zeineldin, W. Xiao

A Rural Heat Load Direct Control Model for Wind Power Integration in China................................................................................4515X. Chen, Q. Xia, C. Kang, X. Teng

BC Hydro Approach to Integration of Phasor Measurements in EMS State Estimator .....................................................................4521D. Atanackovic, J. Clapauch, G. Dwernychuk

Long Term Transmission Planning to Meet Renewable Energy Targets in Australia.........................................................................4526Y. Mishra, G. Ledwich, A. Ghosh, T. George

Using Smart Meter Data to Improve the Performance of Overcurrent Protective Devices in Distribution Systems with DG..........................................................................................................................................................................................................4533

R. Douglin, F. Ituzaro, K. Butler-Purry

A Chance-Constrained Two-Stage Stochastic Program for Unit Commitment with Uncertain Wind Power Output.....................4541Q. Wang, Y. Guan, J. Wang

Modeling and Analysis of Bipolar HVDC Interlink for Tanzania Power Grid ....................................................................................4542S. Kihwele, D. Min, H. Kim, K. Hur

Generator Coherency Determination in a Smart Grid Using Artificial Neural Network....................................................................4549K. Verma, K. Niazi

Interval Eigenvalue Analysis of Closed-loop Control for Power System Oscillation with Interval Parameters ...............................4556J. Ma, T. Wang, Z. Wang, J. Thorp

A Comparative Study of the Implementation of STATCOM and SVC on DFIG-Based Wind Farm Connected to a Power System ................................................................................................................................................................................................4562

T. Masaud, P. Sen

Posterior Probability Locates Faults Under the Influence of New Energy Resources .........................................................................4563Y. Zhang, Z. Wang, J. Zhang

Probability Analysis of Machine Angle Stability with Non-Gaussian Wind Power Input...................................................................4570K. Hua, G. Ledwich, Y. Mishra

Behavior of MV Lines from 2.5 to 100 kHz ...............................................................................................................................................4578R. Langella, L. Nugnes, A. Testa

SVR Optimal Placement Problem in Distribution Network with Distributed Generators..................................................................4584T. Kobayashi, H. Aoki

Voltage and Reactive Power Control with Load Change ........................................................................................................................4591Y. Okuwaki, H. Aoki

Summer Daily Peak Load Forecasting Considering Accumulation Effect and Abrupt Change of Temperature ............................4596J. Huang, Y. Li, Y. Liu

Impact of a Direct-drive Permanent Magnet Generator (DDPMG) Wind Turbine System on Power System Oscillations ....................................................................................................................................................................................................4600

J. Tan, X. Wang, Z. Chen, M. Li

Optimum Capacity Allocation of DG Units Based on Unbalanced Three-phase Optimal Power Flow .............................................4608A. Anwar, H. Pota

Modeling and Analysis of a Bifacial Grid-Connected Photovoltaic System ..........................................................................................4616J. Johnson, D. Yoon, Y. Baghzouz

Optimal Decision Making Model for GENCO under the Emission Trading Scheme ..........................................................................4622X. Li, C. Yu, F. Luo, S. Ren, Z. Dong, Y. Wu, K. Meng, K. Wong

Progress in Smart Grid Deployments – Global Examples & Lessons Learned ....................................................................................4629B. Wojszczyk

Implementation of an Electric Vehicle Test Bed Controlled by a Virtual Power Plant for Contributing to Regulating Power Reserves .........................................................................................................................................................................4630

F. Marra, D. Sacchetti, A. Pedersen, P. Andersen, C. Træholt, E. Larsen

Identification of Transmission Line Parameters from Temporal Measurements of Currents and Voltages in Their Terminals: Influence of the Length Line ...................................................................................................................................................4637

G. Asti, R. Da Silva, S. Kurokawa, E. Coelho Marques Da Costa

Application of 2nd Order Matrix Perturbation to Compute Power System Inter-Area Oscillation Modes Considering Uncertainties ...........................................................................................................................................................................4644

J. Ma, T. Wang, Z. Wang, J. Thorp

Physics of Power Networks Makes Hard Optimization Problems Easy to Solve..................................................................................4650S. Sojoudi, J. Lavaei

A Fast Busbar Protection Technique Based on Travelling Wave ...........................................................................................................4658H. Gao, G. Zou, M. Xiang

Voltage Analysis for Placement of DG in Multiphase Distribution Networks ......................................................................................4664P. Juanuwattanakul, M. Masoum, C. Niyomsak, M. Mohseni

Collaborative Efforts to Enhance Power Engineering Education in Australia .....................................................................................4669Y. Mishra, G. Ledwich, P. O’Shea, T. Ahfock, M. Boman

Novel Passivity-Based Controller Design for Back-to-Back STATCOM with Asymmetrically Structured Converters .....................................................................................................................................................................................................4673

Y. Gui, Y. Lee, Y. Han, C. Chung

Grid Integration of Distributed PV-Generation .......................................................................................................................................4679B. Ernst, B. Engel

Impact of DC-Link Fault on the Dynamic Performance of DFIG ..........................................................................................................4686A. Shiddiq, A. Abu Siada, M. Masoum

Traceability of Pests and Performance Evaluations of Large High Voltage Power Equipment for the Electrical Power Industry .............................................................................................................................................................................................4692

E. Hanique, W. Sloot

Modeling Demand Response of Consumers to Incentives Using Fuzzy Systems ..................................................................................4697T. Holtschneider, I. Erlich

A Space-Vector Modulation Scheme for Multi-Level Open-End Winding Five-Phase Drives ...........................................................4705E. Levi, I. Satiawan, N. Bodo, M. Jones

Development of Hardware Simulator for DC Micro-Grid Operation Analysis....................................................................................4706J. Lee, B. Han, H. Cha

European Offshore Power Grid Demonstration Projects ........................................................................................................................4714J. Bialek

An Enhanced Fault-Ride-Through Capability of Doubly-Fed Induction Generators During Grid Faults .......................................4720M. Azzouz, E. El-Saadany

Distribution Power Flow Management Utilising an Online Optimal Power Flow Technique ............................................................4727M. Dolan, E. Davidson, I. Kockar, G. Ault, S. McArthur

Time Domain Analyses for Three-Phase Lines with Corrected Modal Transformation Matrix ........................................................4728A. Prado, S. Kurokawa, E. Costa, J. Pissolato Filho, L. Bovolato

Discussion on Cascade-Connected Multi-Terminal UHVDC System and Its Application ..................................................................4734X. Guo, Z. Shanshan, W. Yihong, B. Guangquan, G. Qiang

A Study of HVDC Installation in Korean Capital Region Power System..............................................................................................4739M. Yoon, J. Park, G. Jang

Optimum Allocation of Parking Lots in Distribution Systems for Loss Reduction..............................................................................4743M. Moradijoz, M. Parsa Moghaddam

Grid Code Impact on Electrical Machine Design .....................................................................................................................................4748K. Mayor, L. Montgomery, K. Hattori, J. Yagielski

Combined Oligopoly and Oligopsony Bilateral Electricity Market Model Using CV Equilibria .......................................................4756A. Alikhanzadeh, M. Irving

Robust Optimization Method for Unit Commitment with Network Losses Considering Wind Uncertainties .................................4764H. Jiang, S. Zhang, Z. Hu, Y. Song, C. Yi

An Integrated Optimization Model for Generation and Batch Production Load Scheduling in Energy Intensive Enterprise ......................................................................................................................................................................................................4769

Z. Wang, G. Feng, Q. Zhai, X. Guan, K. Liu, D. Zhou

An Adjustable Robust Optimization Approach for Unit Commitment under Outage Contingencies ...............................................4777P. Xiong, P. Jirutitijaroen

The Innovation Concept for Parameter Error Identification and Correction Using the Composed Measurements Errors in Power System State Estimation .................................................................................................................................................4785

N. Bretas, M. Castillo, J. London Jr.

Use Case Study on a Decentralized Modular Device Network for Wide-Area Monitoring, Protection and Control .......................4792Y. Serizawa, T. Tanaka, F. Fujikawa, H. Sugiura, T. Shioyama, Y. Kimura

A Method for PQ Multiple Disturbance Decomposition Based on Digital Filtering and Independent Component Analysis ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................4800

M. Lima, D. Coury, A. Cerqueira

Technical and Economical Practices for Alternative Energy in India ...................................................................................................4807B. Singh, S. Singh, L. Wang

On Using Reduced Networks for Distributed DC Power Flow ...............................................................................................................4815E. Iggland, G. Andersson

Impacts of Excitation Control Modes of Distributed Generators on Distribution Systems Transient Stability: A Case Study .....................................................................................................................................................................................................4821

M. Resener, R. Hartstein Salim, A. Bretas

Forecasting Electricity Demand in Australian National Electricity Market .........................................................................................4828S. Fan, R. Hyndman

An Improved DFT Based Method for Phasor Estimation in Fault Scenarios .......................................................................................4832A. Oliveira, L. Silva, C. Martins, R. Aleixo, C. Duque, A. Cerqueira

Prospective Wide Area Monitoring of the Great Britain Transmission System Using Phasor Measurement Units ........................4837P. Ashton, G. Taylor, M. Irving, A. Carter, M. Bradley

A Course in Planning Future Energy Systems ..........................................................................................................................................4845J. McCalley

A Hierarchical Management Approach for Electrical Energy Storages in Distribution Grids ..........................................................4847S. Nicolai, S. Ritter, D. Beyer, P. Bretschneider

Influence of Instrument Transformers on Harmonic Distortion Assessment .......................................................................................4855T. Pfajfar, J. Meyer, P. Schegner, I. Papic

Modelling and Control of Photovoltaic Inverter Systems with Respect to German Grid Code Requirements ................................4861T. Neumann, I. Erlich

Impact of Price Penalty Factors on the Solution of the Combined Economic Emission Dispatch Problem Using Cubic Criterion Functions ...........................................................................................................................................................................4869

S. Krishnamurthy, R. Tzoneva

Control Formulation for Partial Pole Placement of Multimachine Power Systems .............................................................................4878R. Oliveira, C. Rossi, M. Cardoso, R. Zamodzki

Basic Performance of Two-Axis Actively Positioned Bearingless Disk Motor ......................................................................................4886J. Asama, T. Tamura, D. Kanehara, T. Oiwa, A. Chiba

Distributed Multi-Temporal Risk Management Approach to Designing Dynamic Pricing ................................................................4890J. Joo, M. Ilic

Towards a Reactive Power Oscillation Damping Controller for Wind Power Plant Based on Full Converter Wind Turbines.........................................................................................................................................................................................................4896

T. Knueppel, S. Kumar, P. Thuring, M. Støttrup, J. Friman

Method for Small Signal Stability Analysis of VSC-MTDC Grids .........................................................................................................4904P. Rault, F. Colas, X. Guillaud, S. Nguefeu

Fault Ride Through Requirements and Measures of Distributed PV Systems in Japan .....................................................................4911H. Kobayashi

Optimal PHEV Charging in Coordination with Distributed Generation Operation in Distribution Systems ..................................4917O. Hafez, K. Bhattacharya

Electric Load Modeling Based on Characteristic Fusion.........................................................................................................................4924Z. Jianquan, L. Feng, M. Shengwei, Z. Shaoming

Assessment of Parameter Uncertainty in Autoregressive Streamflow Models for Stochastic Long-term Hydrothermal Scheduling ...........................................................................................................................................................................4931

B. Bezerra, Á. Veiga, L. Barroso, M. Veiga Ferraz Pereira

Model-based Integration Technology for Next Generation Electric Grid Simulations........................................................................4939J. Sztipanovits, G. Hemingway, A. Bose, A. Srivastava

Dynamic Temperature Estimation and Real Time Emergency Rating of Transmission Cables ........................................................4947R. Olsen, J. Holboell, U. Gudmundsdottir

Expansion Var Planning Model in a Meshed/Mixed AC/DC Network ..................................................................................................4955C. Bovo, A. Mansoldo, M. Soranno, A. Berizzi

The Potential of V2G for Frequency Control in Power Systems for Applications in Korea ...............................................................4963K. Kook, H. Son, Y. Song

Low Frequency Oscillation Eigenvalue Analysis of Uncertain System Based on Perturbation Method ...........................................4967J. Ma, M. Peng, T. Wang

The PMU Dynamic Performance Evaluation and the Comparison of PMU Standards ......................................................................4972T. Bi, H. Liu, D. Zhang, Q. Yang

Energy Based Transient Stabilization Using FACTS in Systems with Wind Power ............................................................................4977M. Cvetkovic, M. Ilic

Power Definitions for Circuits with Nonlinear and Unbalanced Loads – The IEEEE Standard 1459-2010 .....................................4984A. Emanuel, R. Langella, A. Testa

Optimal Scheduling of Decentralized Co-Generation Plants in Micro-Grids .......................................................................................4990D. Gunkel, T. Hess, P. Schegner

Assessment of Revenue Potentials of Ancillary Service Provision by Flexible Unit Portfolios ...........................................................4997S. Koch, G. Andersson

Combined Estimation and Prediction of the Hourly Price Forward Curve ..........................................................................................5005M. Hildmann, E. Kaffe, Y. He, G. Andersson

The Utilization of Large-Scale Renewable Powers with High Security and Efficiency in Smart Grid ..............................................5013J. Liu, T. Bi, Y. Niu, Z. Wang

Market Clearing for a Wind-Thermal Power System Incorporating Wind Generation and Load Forecast Uncertainties .................................................................................................................................................................................................5018

S. Reddy, A. Abhyankar, P. Bijwe

HPC for Power Systems in the Framework of PEGASE Project ...........................................................................................................5026F. Bouchez, B. Haut, L. Platbrood, K. Karoui

Accurate Load and Generation Scheduling for Linearized DC Models with Contingencies ..............................................................5034C. Coffrin, P. Van Hentenryck, R. Bent

Simultaneous and Coordinated Tuning of PSSs and PODs Using a Differential Evolution ................................................................5042M. Castoldi, S. Mazucato, C. Rodrigues, R. Ramos

Review of Signal Processing Techniques for Time-Varying Harmonic Decomposition.......................................................................5050T. Carvalho, C. Duque, P. Silveira, M. Mendes, P. Ribeiro

Approximating Line Losses and Apparent Power in AC Power Flow Linearizations .........................................................................5056C. Coffrin, P. Van Hentenryck, R. Bent

Tracing of Power Flows Applied to Islanding ...........................................................................................................................................5064S. Norris, S. Guo, J. Bialek

A Novel Index on Transmission Renewal Planning Considering Transmission Loss and Voltage Quality.......................................5072Y. Takamizawa, F. Nakatani, S. Iwamoto

Short-Term Voltage Stability Analysis for Power System with Single-Phase Motor Load .................................................................5078Y. Ma, G. Karady, L. Breazeale

Comparison of Gaussian Mixture Reductions for Probabilistic Studies in Power Systems ................................................................5084G. Valverde, J. Quiros, V. Terzija

Round-the-Year Security Analysis with Large-Scale Wind Power Integration....................................................................................5091A. Ciupuliga, M. Gibescu, E. Pelgrum, P. Jacobs, K. Jansen, W. Kling

Activity-Based Costing Applied to Automotive Manufacturing .............................................................................................................5092P. Jurek, B. Bras, T. Guldberg, J. D’Arcy, S. Oh, S. Biller

Fast Bounding Technique for Branch-and-Cut Algorithm Based Monthly SCUC ..............................................................................5099P. Wang, Y. Wang, Q. Xia

All-scale Modelling of Wind Generation and Responsive Demand in Power System Studies .............................................................5107B. Hayes, A. Collin, I. Hernando-Gil, J. Acosta, S. Hawkins, G. Harrison, S. Djokic

Aggregate Model for Heterogeneous Thermostatically Controlled Loads with Demand Response ...................................................5115W. Zhang, K. Kalsi, J. Fuller, M. Elizondo, D. Chassin

Innovative Measurement and Evaluation Apparatus of Magnetic Field in Complex Arrangements of Multiple Field Sources .................................................................................................................................................................................................5123

E. Kandia, M. Landini, G. Mazzanti, G. Pasini

Forecasting and Scheduling of Wind Generation at California ISO ......................................................................................................5130K. Abdul-Rahman, H. Alarian, F. Zhang

Fast Analysis of Active Power-Frequency Dynamics Considering Network Influence ........................................................................5137C. Li, Y. Liu, H. Zhang

Sub-synchronous Interaction in Wind Power Plants – Part II: An ERCOT Case Study ....................................................................5143M. Sahni, B. Badrzadeh, D. Muthumuni, Y. Cheng, H. Yin, S. Huang, Y. Zhou

Numerical Comparison of Optimal Charging Schemes for Electric Vehicles .......................................................................................5152S. You, J. Hu, A. Pedersen, P. Andersen, C. Rasmussen, S. Cha

A Market-Based Investigation of Large-Scale Renewable Energy Integration in Northwestern Europe .........................................5158A. Ciupuliga, M. Gibescu, E. Pelgrum, M. Van Der Meijden, W. Kling

Particle Swarm Optimization Based Approaches to Vehicle-to-Grid Scheduling ................................................................................5166J. Soares, H. Morais, Z. Vale

Risk Assessment Based on Information Entropy of Cascading Failure in Power System ...................................................................5174Y. Jia, Z. Xu

Hybrid Multi-Terminal LCC HVDC with a VSC Converter: A Case Study of Simplified South East Australian System ............................................................................................................................................................................................................5179

M. Nguyen, T. Saha, M. Eghbal

Effective Ancillary Services Market Designs on HighWind Power Penetration Systems ....................................................................5187E. Ela, B. Kirby, N. Navid, J. Smith

Grid Expansion Planning for Carbon Emissions Reduction ...................................................................................................................5195R. Bent, G. Toole

Implementations and Experiences of Wide-Area HVDC Damping Control in China Southern Power Grid ...................................5203C. Lu, X. Wu, J. Wu, P. Li, Y. Han, L. Li

Novel Fiber-Optics-Based Current Sensor for Power System Protection..............................................................................................5210C. Law, A. Mueller

The Adequacy Model and Analysis of Swapping Battery Requirement for Electric Vehicles ............................................................5215C. Zhang, J. Meng, Y. Cao, X. Cao, Q. Huang, Q. Zhong

New Parameter-Free Fault Location Algorithm for Transmission Lines in Phasor Domain..............................................................5220S. Padmanabhan, V. Terzija

Impact of Large-Scale Wind Penetration on Transient Frequency Stability ........................................................................................5226Y. Liu, C. Li

Digital Current Control of a Thyristor-Based Converter Using a DSC.................................................................................................5231G. Tapia, N. Garcia

The Risk of Too Much Data ........................................................................................................................................................................5237K. Elkinson, T. McGrail

Symmetrical and Unsymmetrical Fault Currents of a Wind Power Plant ............................................................................................5242V. Gevorgian, M. Singh, E. Muljadi

Enhanced System Reliability Using Flexible Ramp Constraint in CAISO Market ..............................................................................5250K. Abdul-Rahman, H. Alarian, M. Rothleder, P. Ristanovic, B. Vesovic, B. Lu

Comparative Analysis of the Reliability of Grid-Connected Photovoltaic Power Systems..................................................................5256Y. Wang, P. Zhang, W. Li, N. Kanan

Dynamic Network Pricing Based on Smart Reference Networks ...........................................................................................................5264N. Padhy, R. Bhakar, M. Nagendran, A. Kumar

Power System Flexibility Assessment – State of the Art ..........................................................................................................................5272E. Lannoye, D. Flynn, M. O’Malley

Municipal-Owned Utilities and Demand Side Management ...................................................................................................................5278R. Feiock, H. Yi, D. Matkin, D. Cartes

Photovoltaic Inverter Characterization Testing on a Physical Distribution System ............................................................................5287M. Ross, C. Abbey, Y. Brissette, G. Joos

Evaluating the Impact of Modeling Assumptions for Cascading Failure Simulation ..........................................................................5294R. Fitzmaurice, E. Cotilla-Sanchez, P. Hines

Transmission Planning Studies for Grid Code Compliance ....................................................................................................................5302Y. Zhu, D. Brown

Evaluation of the Costs and Benefits of Microgrids with Consideration of Services Beyond Energy Supply ...................................5309G. Young Morris, C. Abbey, S. Wong, G. Joos

A Review of Single-Objective Optimization Models for Plug-in Vehicles Operation in Smart Grids Part I: Theoretical Aspects ......................................................................................................................................................................................5318

A. Andreotti, G. Carpinelli, F. Mottola, D. Proto

Dynamic Studies of Multi-Machine Power Systems Integrated with Large Photovoltaic Power Plants ...........................................5326A. Jamehbozorg, G. Radman

An Appraisal of the Challenges and Opportunities for the Colombia Inteligente Program Implementation ...................................5333R. Céspedes, R. León-Candela, H. Salazar, M. Ruiz-Arroyabe, R. Hidalgo, D. Mejía

Voltage Unbalance Analysis of Distribution Systems Using a Three-Phase Power Flow ans a Genetic Algorithm for PEV Fleets Scheduling .................................................................................................................................................................................5339

A. Jiménez, N. Garcia

Verifying Interoperability and Application Performance of PMUs and PMU-Enabled IEDs ............................................................5347J. Ren, M. Kezunovic, Y. Guan

A Generalized Power Control Strategy with Droop Feedback for VSC-HVDC...................................................................................5354K. Wang, J. Yao, J. Liu, S. Yang, D. Zeng

Implementation of a Modified Augmented Nodal Analysis Based Transformer Model into the Backward Forward Sweep Solver .................................................................................................................................................................................................5360

I. Kocar, J. Lacroix

Small-Signal Modeling and Analysis of Microgrids Including Network and VSI Dynamics ..............................................................5361L. Rese, A. Simões Costa, A. S. E Silva

Smart Grid Solutions for Rural Areas .......................................................................................................................................................5369R. Palma, L. Reyes, G. Jiménez-Estévez

A Review of Single-Objective Optimization Models for Plug-in Vehicles Operation in Smart Grids Part II: Numerical Applications to Vehicles Fleets.................................................................................................................................................5375

A. Andreotti, G. Carpinelli, F. Mottola, D. Proto

Interactive Networks for Sustainable Development in Africa .................................................................................................................5383J. Momoh

Short-Term Load Forecasting: Revising How Good We Actually Are ..................................................................................................5385M. Lopez, S. Valero, C. Senabre, A. Gabaldón

Hybrid Controller of Energy Storage and Renewable DG for Congestion Management ....................................................................5391S. Alnaser, L. Ochoa

Management and Control of Residential Energy through Implementation of Real Time Pricing and Demand Response ........................................................................................................................................................................................................5399

S. Althaher, J. Mutale

Implementation of a VFT Model in PSS/E Suitable for Power Flow and Transient Stability Simulations .......................................5406L. Contreras-Aguilar, N. García, M. Islas, R. Adame

A General Equivalent Thermal Cost Function for Economic Dispatch Problems ...............................................................................5414M. Ennes, A. Diniz

TS Fuzzy Based Adaptive Perturb Algorithm for MPPT of a Grid Connected Single Stage Three Phase VSC Interfaced PV Generating System ..............................................................................................................................................................5420

S. Mishra, P. Sekhar

OpenPMU Technology Platform for Synchrophasor Research Applications .......................................................................................5427D. Laverty, L. Vanfretti, R. Best, J. Morrow, L. Nordström, M. Chenine

VSC-Fed Inside-Out Permanent Magnet DC Machines for Wind Generation.....................................................................................5432G. Kusic, C. Farr, M. Fink

Overview of an Automatic Subtransmission Fault Location System at DTE Energy ..........................................................................5438D. Sabin, A. Dettloff

Pre-Shifting Customer Behavior in Response to Dynamic Pricing Events ............................................................................................5444R. Song

Iterative DCOPF Model Using Distributed Slack Bus .............................................................................................................................5447N. Bharatwaj, A. Abhyankar, P. Bijwe

Solid State Transformer Specification via Feeder Modeling and Simulation .......................................................................................5454Z. Wang, J. Xu, K. Hatua, S. Madhusoodhanan, S. Bhattacharya

Automatic Generation Control of Microgrid Using Artificial Intelligence Techniques.......................................................................5459G. Mallesham, S. Mishra, A. Jha

An Integrated Economic/Emission/Load Profile Management Dispatch Algorithm ...........................................................................5467C. Wang, S. McElmurry, C. Miller, J. Zhao

A Priori Transient Stability Indicator of Islanded Power Systems Using Extended Equal Area Criterion ......................................5475P. McNabb, J. Bialek

Measurement-Based Coherency Identification and Aggregation for Power Systems ..........................................................................5482S. Wang, S. Lu, G. Lin, N. Zhou

Inter-Area Oscillations: Identifying Causes of Poor Damping Using Phasor Measurement Units ....................................................5489O. Antoine, J. Maun

ERCOT Experience Screening for Sub-Synchronous Control Interaction in the Vicinity of Series Capacitor Banks ....................5495J. Adams, A. Pappu, A. Dixit

Transmission Expansion Planning Using an AC Model: Formulations and Possible Relaxations .....................................................5500H. Zhang, G. Heydt, V. Vittal, H. Mittelmann

Influence of Wind Power Ancillary Frequency Control on Power System Small Signal Stability .....................................................5508C. Su, Z. Chen

Benefits of Asymmetric HVDC Links for Large Scale Offshore Wind Integration .............................................................................5516T. Vrana, D. Huertas-Hernando, O. Fosso

Hierarchical Two-Level Voltage Controller for Southern California Edison .......................................................................................5522V. Venkatasubramanian, H. Chun, J. Guerrero, F. Habibi-Ashrafi, A. Salazar

Quasi-Static Time-Seried Test Feeder for PV Integration Analysis on Distribution Systems ............................................................5530B. Mather

Hydro Generators Losses Measurement in Accordance to IEEE-STD-115 and IEC-60034-2............................................................5538E. Bortoni, R. Siniscalchi

Enhanced Method for Voltage Range Controlled OLTC-Equipped Distribution Transformers .......................................................5544C. Reese, C. Buchhagen, L. Hofmann

Overview of Common Mode Outages in Power Systems .........................................................................................................................5552K. Awodele, R. Billinton, C. Dent, D. Eager, G. Hamoud, P. Jirutitijaroen, M. Kumbale, J. Mitra, M. Papic, N. Samaan, A. Schneider, C. Singh, M. Papic

Evaluation of Long-Cycle Fluctuation of Spatial Average Insolation in Electric Utility Service Area ..............................................5560T. Kato, S. Kumazawa, Y. Suzuoki, N. Honda, M. Koaizawa, S. Nishino

Control of Wind Power Plants Utilizing Voltage Source Converters in High Impedance Grids ........................................................5566V. Diedrichs, A. Beekmann, K. Busker, S. Nikolai, S. Adloff

Using NETPLAN to Analyze Environmental Impacts on Generation Expansion Planning ...............................................................5575Q. Qi, J. McCalley

Mathematical Model of Influence of Oxygen and Moisture on Feature Concentration Ratios of SF6 Decomposition Products .........................................................................................................................................................................................................5583

F. Liu, J. Tang, Y. Liu

Application of Intelligent Relays to the Islanding Protection of Multiple Synchronous Generators..................................................5588H. Golestani Far, A. Rodolakis, G. Joos

Nexus between Distributed Generation and Urban Water Infrastructure............................................................................................5595X. Zhang, G. Karady, K. Piratla, S. Ariaratnam

Educational Experimental Rig for Doubly-Fed Induction Generator based Wind Turbine...............................................................5603M. Suwan, T. Neumann, C. Feltes, I. Erlich

Towards Grid Parity of Solar Energy in Italy: The Payback Time Trend of Photovoltaic Plants during the Last Years ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................5611

G. Mazzanti, E. Santini, D. Zaccagnini Romito

Value of Conventional Resources in the CAISO Market with Penetration of Intermittent Renewable Resources..........................5619M. Rothleder, S. Liu, C. Loutan, J. Xie

An Innovative Proposal for Electrical Loads Shedding in Conditions of Limitation of the Power Availability ...............................5623R. Lamedica, E. Santini, D. Zaccagnini Romito

Capacity Value of Solar Power ...................................................................................................................................................................5630R. Duignan, C. Dent, A. Mills, N. Samaan, M. Milligan, A. Keane, M. O’Malley

Improving Performance of Power Systems with Large-Scale Variable Generation Additions...........................................................5636Y. Makarov, P. Etingov, N. Samaan, N. Lu, J. Ma, K. Subbarao, P. Du, L. Kannberg

The CECRE: Supervision and Control of Wind and Solar Photovoltaic Generation in Spain...........................................................5644M. De La Torre, G. Juberías, T. Domínguez, R. Rivas

Maintenance Strategies for a Generation Company in a CO2 Allowance Market Environment........................................................5650W. Sun, Q. Zhou

Wind Power Generation Impact on Electricity Price in ERCOT ...........................................................................................................5658H. See Tao, A. Srivastava, R. Pineda, P. Mandal

Solar Forecasting and Variability Analyses Using Sky Camera Cloud Detection & Motion Vectors ................................................5665K. Stefferud, J. Kleissl, J. Schoene

Assessment of Power System Flexibility: A High-Level Approach.........................................................................................................5671E. Lannoye, D. Flynn, M. O’Malley

Considering Urban Dynamics in Spatial Electric Load Forecasting ......................................................................................................5679J. Melo, E. Carreno, A. Padilha-Feltrin

Agent-Based Electricity Market Simulation with Demand Response from Commercial Buildings ...................................................5686Z. Zhou, F. Zhao, J. Wang

An Intelligent Electrical Outlet for Autonomous Load Control for Electric Power Grids with a Large Percentage of Renewable Resources...............................................................................................................................................................................5687

A. Lentine, J. Ford, J. Finn, C. Furrer, J. Bryan, S. Gonzalez, S. Spires, S. Goldsmith

Calibration Services in Support of Smart Grid Applications .................................................................................................................5695R. Arseneau, E. So

Estimate the Electromechanical States Using Particle Filtering and Smoothing ..................................................................................5699D. Meng, N. Zhou, S. Lu, G. Lin

Risk Based Multi-Objective Optimal Fulfillment of Renewable Purchase Obligation ........................................................................5706P. Veena, A. Abhyankar

DC-Bus Voltage Control Technique for Parallel-Integrated Permanent Magnet Wind Generation Systems ..................................5713M. Amin, O. Mohammed

Intelligent Mechanical Sensorless MPPT Control for Wind Energy Systems.......................................................................................5714W. Qiao

Oscillation Monitoring System Using Synchrophasors ............................................................................................................................5722G. Liu, J. Ning, Z. Tashman, V. Venkatasubramanian, P. Trachian

Profit Maximization of a Generation Company Based on Biogeography Based Optimization...........................................................5730P. Jain, A. Agarwal, N. Gupta, R. Sharma, U. Paliwal, R. Bhakar

The Impact of Dynamic Electricity Tariff on Long-Run Incremental Cost ..........................................................................................5736Y. Ding, Y. Li, S. Morente, J. Østergaard, T. Jin

Smart Dispatch System in North China Grid ...........................................................................................................................................5741M. Yao, D. Li, B. Chiu, T. Zhang, M. Jin, Z. Chen, D. Sun

Optimal Power Flow for Combined AC and Multi-Terminal HVDC Grids Based on VSC Converters ...........................................5749R. Wiget, G. Andersson

Formulation of Oligopolistic Competition in AC Power Networks: An NLP Approach .....................................................................5757G. Bautista, M. Anjos, A. Vanelly

Energy Storage to Reduce Renewable Electricity Curtailment ..............................................................................................................5758P. Denholm

Optimal Strategy to Support the Development of Charging Infrastructure for Electric Vehicles towards Low Carbon Emissions .........................................................................................................................................................................................5762

D. Yamashita, T. Niimura, K. Yoshimi, R. Yokoyama, H. Takamori

Traceability of High Voltage Power and Energy Measurements for the Electrical Power Industry .................................................5769E. So, R. Arseneau

Applications of Homotopy for Solving AC Power Flow and AC Optimal Power Flow .......................................................................5771S. Cvijic, P. Feldmann, M. Ilic

A Hybrid Battery Model Capable of Capturing Dynamic Circuit Characteristics and Nonlinear Capacity Effects .......................5779T. Kim, W. Qiao

Market Implications of High Levels of Wind and Solar Generation......................................................................................................5780M. Milligan

A Testbed for Deploying Distributed State Estimation in Power Grid ..................................................................................................5781S. Jin, Y. Chen, M. Rice, Y. Liu, I. Gorton

Distributed Intelligent Load Management and Control System .............................................................................................................5788W. Zhang, S. Zhou, Y. Lu

Particle Swarm Optimization for Minimizing the Burden of Electric Vehicles on Active Distribution Networks ...........................5796G. Celli, E. Ghiani, F. Pilo, G. Pisano, G. Soma

Intelligent Applications for Consumer Management ...............................................................................................................................5803A. Dimeas, N. Hatziargyriou

Furthering the Study of Real-Time Life Extending Control for Ocean Energy Conversion...............................................................5809C. Stillinger, T. Brekken, A. Von Jouanne

A Hybrid Intelligent Algorithm for Short-Term Energy Price Forecasting in the Ontario Market ..................................................5818P. Mandal, A. Haque, J. Meng, R. Martinez, A. Srivastava

Optimal Allocation of Remote Controlled Wwitches in Radial Distribution Systems .........................................................................5825L. Assis, J. González, F. Usberti, C. Lyra, F. Von Zuben

Optimal Usage of Transmission Capacity with FACTS Devices in the Presence of Wind Generation: A Two-Stage Approach .......................................................................................................................................................................................................5833

R. Yang, G. Hug-Glanzmann

Grid Code Impact on Generating Stations: A Generator Owner and Operator’s Perspective...........................................................5840C. Schaeffer, Z. Salami, Z. Wieger

Rotor Angle Stability with High Penetrations of Wind Generation .......................................................................................................5847E. Vittal, A. Keane

An Novel Approach for the Design of Bus Management Agent Clusters for Power System Control and Protection ......................5848A. Manickam, S. Kamalasadan

Metrics for Assessment of Smart Grid Data Integrity Attacks ...............................................................................................................5858A. Giani, R. Bent, M. Hinrichs, M. McQueen, K. Poolla

Active Power Control in a Grid Connected Distributed Generation System via Time Delay Method...............................................5866A. Kashefi Kaviani, K. Yen

Monitoring for Post-Contingency System Operating Limit Exceedance in the Western Interconnection ........................................5870B. Wangen, H. Zhang

Modeling and Stochastic Control for Home Energy Management.........................................................................................................5876Z. Yu, L. McLaughlin, L. Jia, M. Murphy-Hoye, A. Pratt, L. Tong

Electric Vehicle Charging: Transformer Impacts and Smart, Decentralized Solutions ......................................................................5885A. Hilshey, P. Rezaei, P. Hines, J. Frolik

Life Extension Investigation of AEP’s Oklaunion Converter Station ....................................................................................................5893B. Mehraban, R. Adapa, B. Attaway, R. Johnson, L. Recksiedler, G. Wolf

Real-Time Three-Phase State Estimation for Radial Distribution Networks .......................................................................................5899I. Dzafic, D. Ablakovic, S. Henselmeyer

Transmission Expansion Planning Considering Economic and Reliability Criteria............................................................................5905Y. Gu, M. Ni, R. Bo

Application of Advanced Battery Energy Storage Systems for Wind Integration ...............................................................................5913C. Vartanian, N. Bentley, R. Foster

Reactive Power Control of Photovoltaic Systems Based on the Voltage Sensitivity Analysis .............................................................5917R. Aghatehrani, A. Golnas

Analysis of Intelligent Wide Area System-Centric Controller and Observer for Power System Stabilization Using DHP Control Architecture ..........................................................................................................................................................................5922

S. Kamalasadan, A. Manickam

Wind Generation Scheduling and Coordination in ERCOT Nodal Market .........................................................................................5930H. Hui, C. Yu, R. Surendran, F. Gao, S. Moorty

Grid Connection of Offshore Wind Farm based DFIG with Low Frequency AC Transmission System ..........................................5938C. Nguyen Mau, K. Rudion, A. Orths, P. Eriksen, H. Abildgaard, Z. Styczynski

The Standardization of Distribution Grid Communication Networks...................................................................................................5945Z. Li, F. Yang, D. Ishchenko

Ex Post Pricing in the Co-optimized Energy and Reserve Market.........................................................................................................5953T. Zheng, E. Litvinov

Centralized Substation Level Protection for Determination of Faulty Feeder in Distribution Network ...........................................5954P. Balcerek, M. Fulczyk, J. Izykowski, E. Rosolowski, P. Pierz

Cournot Prices Considering Generator Availability and Demand Uncertainty ...................................................................................5960J. Valenzuela, M. Mazumdar

Adapting AGC to Manage High Renewable Resource Penetrations ......................................................................................................5961R. Masiello, W. Katzenstein

Energy Harvesting Using Dielectric Elastomers .......................................................................................................................................5967R. Van Kessel, B. Czech, P. Bauer

Modeling and Analysis of Noise in Power Line Communication for Smart Metering .........................................................................5975S. Panchadcharam, G. Taylor, I. Pisica, M. Irving

Renewable Energy Integration and the Control and Protection Paradigms of the Future .................................................................5983A. Bose

Statistical Analysis of the Impact of Wind Power on Market Quantities and Power Flows................................................................5986P. Pinson, T. Jonsson, M. Zugno, J. Morales, H. Madsen

A General Formulation for LMP Evaluation............................................................................................................................................5994T. Orfanogianni, G. Gross

Analysis of Ensemble Models in the Medium Term Hydropower Scheduling ......................................................................................5995T. Siqueira, M. Villalva, J. Gazoli, R. Salgado

High-Performance Computing (HPC): Application & Use in the Power Grid .....................................................................................6001D. Chavarria-Miranda, Z. Huang, Y. Chen

Short-Term Electric Load Forecasting at Southern California Edison .................................................................................................6007E. Wang, T. Galjanic, R. Johnson

Intra-Hour Wind Power Characteristics for Flexible Operations ..........................................................................................................6010M. Nazir, F. Bouffard

A Methodology to Enable Wind Farm Automatic Generation Control Participation Using Energy Storage Devices ....................6018M. Antonishen, H. Han, T. Brekken, A. Von Jouanne, A. Yokochi, D. Halamay, J. Song, D. Naviaux, J. Davidson, A. Bistrika

Large Scale Charging of Electric Vehicles ................................................................................................................................................6025S. Chen, Y. Ji, L. Tong

Restoration Issues in Large Metropolitan Power Systems: An Example in the Berlin Distribution Grid.........................................6034I. Erlich, S. Demmig, F. Shewarega

New Computer Applications for System Operations Using Phasor Measurements .............................................................................6041A. Bose

Topological Analysis of Cascading Failures in Bay Area Power Grid ...................................................................................................6046W. Wang, Y. Sun, H. He

Value of Conventional Fossil Generation in PJM Considering Renewable Portfolio Standards: A Look into the Future.............................................................................................................................................................................................................6055

P. Sotkiewicz

Optimal Generator Start-Up Strategy for Bulk Power System Restoration .........................................................................................6060W. Sun, C. Liu, L. Zhang

A Practical Model for Providing Full RTO Energy Market Participation to Renewable Energy Generation Resources .......................................................................................................................................................................................................6061

M. Keyser, K. Ruud, J. Harmon

Operational Benefits of Multiterminal DC-Links in Active Distribution Networks.............................................................................6062M. Barragan, J. Mauricio, A. Marano, M. Nieves, J. Churio, J. Maza-Ortega, E. Romero, A. Gomez-Exposito

Condition Monitoring and Fault-Tolerance Agents for Grid-Tied Inverters .......................................................................................6068B. Mirafzal, S. Das

Voltage Instability Alarm by Real Time Predictive Indicators ...............................................................................................................6071C. Sandro, T. Glauco

Observability and Measurement Redundancy Analysis on Three-Phase State Estimation ................................................................6081D. Toyoshima, M. Castillo, C. Fantin, J. Augusto London Jr.

Determination of Dynamic Wind Farm Equivalents Using Heuristic Optimization ............................................................................6089I. Erlich, F. Shewarega, C. Feltes, F. Koch, J. Fortmann

Distributed Generations Scheduling in Micro-Grid Considering CO2 Emission Cost .........................................................................6097M. Nikkhah Mojdehi, P. Ghosh

Smart Grid Modeling Approach for Wide Area Control Applications .................................................................................................6103A. St. Leger, J. James, D. Frederick

A Unified Impedance-Based Fault Location Method for Generalized Distribution Systems ..............................................................6108G. Ferreira, D. Gazzana, A. Bretas, A. Netto

Dynamic Average Modeling of Front-End Diode Rectifier Loads Considering Discontinuous Conduction Mode and Unbalanced Operation..........................................................................................................................................................................6116

S. Chiniforoosh, H. Atighechi, A. Davoudi, J. Jatskevich, A. Yazdani, S. Filizadeh, M. Saeedifard, J. Martinez Velasco, V. Sood, K. Strunz, J. Mahseredjian, V. Dinavahi

A PMU-Based Monitoring Scheme for Rotor Angle Stability.................................................................................................................6117J. Yan, C. Liu, U. Vaidya

User Experiences with Contingency Analysis at NSTAR ........................................................................................................................6122J. Ma, X. Liu, H. Sinha, J. Luciano, V. Tsolias

Optimal Control of Dynamic Pulse Power Loads in Naval Power Systems Using the Pontryagin Minimum Principle and Dynamic Programming .......................................................................................................................................................6130

D. Opila, L. Solomon

Preparation of Large Scale Wind Integration in South East Europe.....................................................................................................6137G. Majstrovic, D. Bajs, D. Dobrijevic

Reliability Modeling of Cyber-Physical Electric Power Systems: A System-Theoretic Framework..................................................6145A. Dominguez-Garcia

Review of International Guides for the Interconnection of Distributed Generation into Low Voltage Distribution Networks ........................................................................................................................................................................................................6150

R. Torquato, T. Ricciardi, D. Salles, T. Barbosa, H. Costa

Microgrid Modeling to Support the Design Processes .............................................................................................................................6156J. Stamp, J. Stinebaugh

The Capacity Value of Solar Generation in the Western United States.................................................................................................6157S. Madaeni, R. Sioshansi, P. Denholm

PMU-Based Model-Free Approach for Short Term Voltage Stability Monitoring ..............................................................................6165S. Dasgupta, M. Paramasivam, U. Vaidya, V. Ajjarapu

Sub-Synchronous Control Interaction Studies between Full-Converter Wind Turbines and Series-Compensated AC Transmission Lines ................................................................................................................................................................................6173

H. Ma, P. Brogan, K. Jensen, R. Nelson

Demonstration of Community Energy Storage Fleet for Load Leveling, Reactive Power Compensation, and Reliability Improvement ..............................................................................................................................................................................6178

P. Thomas, T. Walker, C. McCarthy

The San Diego Regional Experience in Developing Microgrids, A Collaboration Between Utility and a Local University ......................................................................................................................................................................................................6182

W. Torre, N. Bartek, B. Washom

Early Warning of Wide-Area Angular Stability Problems Using Synchrophasors..............................................................................6184K. Sun, X. Luo, J. Wong

An Online Intelligent Alarm-Processing System Based on Abductive Reasoning Network ................................................................6190J. Mu, W. Wu, H. Sun, Q. Guo, Y. Zhang, B. Zhang

An Efficient Surrogate Subgradient Method within Lagrangian Relaxation for the Payment Cost Minimization Problem..........................................................................................................................................................................................................6195

M. Bragin, P. Luh, J. Yan, N. Yu, X. Han, G. Stern

Reduced-Order Transfer Matrices from RLC Network Descriptor Models of Electric Power Grids ...............................................6203F. Freitas, N. Martins, S. Varricchio, J. Rommes, F. Veliz

Scalable High Performance Information and Communications Technology for Smart Distribution Network Operation.......................................................................................................................................................................................................6204

G. Taylor, C. Axon, M. Irving

NASPI Process Applied to Locate Phasor Measurement Units (PMUs) within the New York Control Area (NYCA)....................6212T. Gentile, V. Balasubramaniam, L. Beard, J. Chow, D. Sobajic, D. Tran

Reliability Analysis of Cyber Security in an Electrical Power System Associated WAN ....................................................................6219M. Wei, Z. Chen

Challenging Issues of Modeling Load Injections in State Estimation ....................................................................................................6225M. Hwang, B. Brewer, S. Musunuri

Modeling of Wind Parks at ERCOT ..........................................................................................................................................................6229J. Schmall, S. Rajagopalan, Y. Zhang, J. Conto

Semidefinite Programming for Power System State Estimation.............................................................................................................6232Y. Weng, Q. Li, R. Negi, M. Ilic

Steady-State Methodology for Investigating the Relationship Between Photovoltaic (PV) Facility Size, Location, and Voltage Impact ......................................................................................................................................................................................6240

M. Shao, R. Walling, J. Cleary

Active Household Energy Storage Management in Distribution Networks to Facilitate Demand Side Response............................6247Z. Wang, F. Li, Z. Li

Markets for Differentiated Electric Power Products in a Smart Grid Environment ...........................................................................6253M. Negrete-Pincetic, S. Meyn

Computation of Periodic Steady State with Reduced Frequency Order ...............................................................................................6260D. Avila, A. Ramirez

A Survey on Modern Fault Record Analysis.............................................................................................................................................6266R. Schulze, P. Schegner, P. Stachel

Assessment of Grid-Scale Energy Storage Potential Within the MISO Footprint ...............................................................................6274D. Van Beek, D. Osborn, R. Konidena, W. Ng

Parameter Errors and Gross Errors Detection, Identification and Correction ....................................................................................6279M. Castillo, N. Bretas, J. London Jr.

Methodology for Assessment of Inertial Response from Wind Power Plants .......................................................................................6291M. Altin, R. Teodorescu, B. Bak-Jensen, U. Annakkage, F. Iov, P. Kjær

A Review of Condition Monitoring and Fault Diagnosis for Permanent Magnet Machines ...............................................................6299Y. Duan, H. Toliyat

Timeframe Capacity Factor Reliability Model for Isolated Microgrids with Renewable Energy Resources ...................................6303B. Falahati, A. Kargarian, Y. Fu

Automatic Under-Voltage Load Shedding: A Systematic Review ..........................................................................................................6311K. Mollah, M. Bahadornejad, N. Nair, G. Ancell

Price Forecast for Hubs in Western Electricity Coordinating Council with SCUC .............................................................................6318A. Lotfjou, K. Jin

The Nonlinear Influence of Design Parameters on the Performance of Brushless PM Machines ......................................................6324Y. Duan, D. Ionel

Computationally Efficient Optimal Transmission Switching: Solution Space Reduction ...................................................................6328C. Barrows, S. Blumsack, R. Bent

Sizing an Energy Storage System to Minimize Wind Power Imbalances from the Hourly Average..................................................6336T. Boutsika, S. Santoso

Economic and Operation Benefits of Energy Storage – A Case Study in MISO ..................................................................................6344M. Ni, Z. Zhou, D. Osborn

Assessment of Demand Response Possibilities by Means of Voltage Control with Intelligent MV/LV Distribution Substation ......................................................................................................................................................................................................6351

P. Kadurek, M. Mohammadzadeh Sarab, J. Cobben, W. Kling

A Pre-Procedure of Bad Data Detection for Smart Grid Monitoring ....................................................................................................6357B. Gou, R. Kavasseri

Review of Existing Reactive Power Requirements for Variable Generation.........................................................................................6363A. Ellis, R. Nelson, E. Von Engeln, R. Walling, J. Macdowell, L. Casey, E. Seymour, W. Peter, C. Barker, B. Kirby, J. Williams

Variable Frequency Operation of a HVDC-VSC Interconnected Type 1 Offshore Wind Power Plant ............................................6370V. Gevorgian, M. Singh, E. Muljadi

ERCOT Control Center Experience in Using Real-Time Contingency Analysis in the New Nodal Market.....................................6378F. Garcia, N. Sarma, V. Kanduri, G. Nissankala, K. Gopinath, J. Polusani, T. Mortensen, I. Flores

Application of π Circuits for Simulation of Corona Effect in Transmission Lines...............................................................................6386L. Lessa, A. Prado, S. Kurokawa, J. Pissolato Filho, L. Bovolato

The Effects of Transmission Line High-Speed Reclosing on Turbine-Generators Revisited ..............................................................6393J. Hurley

Model Calibration of Exciter and PSS Using Extended Kalman Filter .................................................................................................6397K. Kalsi, P. Du, Z. Huang

On the Market Effects of Queueing Energy Requests as an Alternative to Storing Electricity ..........................................................6403M. Alizadeh, Z. Wang, A. Scaglione, C. Chen, S. Kishore

Validation of Solar PV Power Forecasting Methods for High Penetration Grid Integration .............................................................6411J. Bing, O. Bartholomy, P. Krishnani

Parameter Estimation of Dynamic Load Model Using Field Measurement Data Performed by OLTC Operation ........................6417H. Guo, K. Rudion, H. Abildgaard, P. Komarnicki, Z. Styczynski

Frequency Response of California and WECC Under High Wind and Solar Conditions ...................................................................6424N. Miller, M. Shao, S. Venkataraman, C. Loutan, M. Rothleder

Typical Load Profiles in the Smart Grid Context – A Clustering Methods Comparison ....................................................................6432S. Ramos, J. Duarte, J. Soares, Z. Vale, F. Duarte

Distributed Energy Storage System Control for Optimal Adoption of Electric Vehicles ....................................................................6440R. Arghandeh, A. Onen, R. Broadwater

Evaluating Demand Response Programs Based on Demand Management Contracts .........................................................................6448N. Gonzalez, G. Gutierrez-Alcaraz

Reactive Power Performance Requirements for Wind and Solar Plants...............................................................................................6454A. Ellis, R. Nelson, E. Von Engeln, R. Walling, J. Macdowell, L. Casey, E. Seymour, W. Peter, C. Barker, B. Kirby, J. Williams

Transient Stability Impacts from Distribution Connected Wind Farms ...............................................................................................6462E. Vittal, P. Cuffe, A. Keane

On Circuit Breaker Failure Protection in 61850-Based Substations ......................................................................................................6467Z. Darabi, B. Falahati, M. Mousavi, M. Ferdowsi

Short-Term Scheduling Considering Five-Minute and Hour-Ahead Energy Resource Management...............................................6473M. Silva, H. Morais, Z. Vale, P. Faria

Damping-Dependent Energy Functions and Impact on the Stability Region Estimation....................................................................6481B. Choi, H. Chiang, Y. Moon

Advanced Integration of Distributed Energy Resources .........................................................................................................................6489M. Miller, M. Johns, E. Sortomme, S. S. Venkata

A Probabilistic Model for the Dynamics of Cascading Failures and Blackouts in Power Grids ........................................................6491M. Rahnamay-Naeini, Z. Wang, A. Mammoli, M. M. Hayat

Effects of Price-Responsive Residential Demand on Retail and Wholesale Power Market Operations ............................................6499A. Thomas, C. Cai, D. Aliprantis, L. Tesfatsion

A Novel Ocean Sentinel Instrumentation Buoy for Wave Energy Testing ............................................................................................6507A. Von Jouanne, T. Brekken, T. Lettenmaier, E. Amon, R. Phillips

Advanced Computational Methods for Security Constrained Financial Transmission Rights ..........................................................6513K. Kalsi, S. Elbert, M. Vlachopoulou, N. Zhou, Z. Huang

A Hybrid Fault Location Method for Overhead Lines Combined with Underground Cables Using DWT and SVM ....................6521H. Livani, C. Evrenosoglu

Modelling Spatial and Temporal Agent Travel Patterns for Optimal Charging of Electric Vehicles in Low Carbon Networks ........................................................................................................................................................................................................6527

S. Acha, K. Van Dam, N. Shah

ERCOT’s Experiences of Load Modeling in State Estimation ...............................................................................................................6535V. Kanduri, N. Sarma, F. Garcia, D. Obadina, S. Kotamarty, J. Weatherly

Fortescue Transformations for Three-Phase Power Flow Analysis in Distribution Networks ...........................................................6539I. Dzafic, T. Donlagic, S. Henselmeyer

Trans-Rotary Magnetic Gear for Wave Energy Application..................................................................................................................6546S. Pakdelian, H. Toliyat

Uncoordinated Charging Impacts of Electric Vehicles on Electric Distribution Grids: Normal and Fast Charging Comparison ...................................................................................................................................................................................................6550

E. Akhavan Rezai, M. Shaaban, E. El-Saadany, A. Zidan

Multi-Area State Estimation with PMU and External System Modeling ..............................................................................................6557E. Angelos, E. Asada

The Information Hierarchy for the Future Grid ......................................................................................................................................6564P. Sauer

A Modified Shuffled Frog Leaping Algorithm for Nonconvex Economic Dispatch Problem .............................................................6566E. Sayedi, M. Farsangi, M. Barati, K. Lee

Maximisation of Revenue from Biomass Waste to Energy Conversion Systems on Rural Farms .....................................................6574R. Namuli, P. Pillay

Data Exchange in Self-Healing Applications for Power Distribution Networks ...................................................................................6579I. Dzafic, N. Lecek, T. Donlagic

Simulation and Analysis of Vehicle-to-Grid Operations in Microgrid ..................................................................................................6586M. Jun, A. Markel

Voltage Regulation in Distribution Circuits with Wind Power...............................................................................................................6591P. Chirapongsananurak, S. Santoso, R. Dugan, J. Smith

Market Structures to Enable Efficient Wind and Solar Power Integration ..........................................................................................6599M. Milligan, H. Holttinen, L. Soder, C. Clark

Asymmetrical Distribution Power Flow Algorithm in Fortescue Coordinates .....................................................................................6605I. Dzafic, S. Henselmeyer, T. Donlagic

Future Grid Enablers of Sustainable Energy Systems: A Broad Analysis of Five Issues ....................................................................6613J. McCalley

Simulation and Evaluation of Low Voltage Ride through Protection Techniques for DFIG ..............................................................6615N. Abed, G. Abdlsalam, M. Kabsha

Power System State Forecasting Using Regression Analysis...................................................................................................................6620M. Hassanzadeh, C. Evrenosoglu

Optimal Control of Distributed Energy Resources Using Model Predictive Control ..........................................................................6626E. Mayhorn, K. Kalsi, M. Elizondo, W. Zhang, S. Lu, N. Samaan, K. Butler-Purry

Active Power Control of Hydro-Electric Power Unit Auxiliary Synchronous Generator Connected to Distribution Systems...........................................................................................................................................................................................................6634

M. Oliveira, M. Rodriguez, A. Bretas, S. Severo, A. Lerm, W. Ciarelli

ERCOT’s Review of the February 2011 Cold Weather Event ................................................................................................................6641C. D’Annunzio, V. Betanabhatla, J. Koepke, L. Soto-Reyes, I. Flores, S. Nuthalapati, B. Blevins

Stochastic Active and Reactive Power Dispatch in Electricity Markets with Wind Power Volatility ................................................6646A. Kargarian, B. Falahati, Y. Fu

Optimal Operation of Commercial Building Microgrids Using Multi-Objective Optimization to Achieve Emissions and Efficiency Targets .................................................................................................................................................................................6653

M. Chehreghani Bozchalui, R. Sharma

Precise Removal of Decaying DC in DFT Algorithm for Power System Measurement .......................................................................6661A. Abdollahi, P. Zhang

Effects of Demand Response on Retail and Wholesale Power Markets .................................................................................................6668D. Chassin, K. Kalsi

Cyber Vulnerability Disclosure Policies for the Smart Grid ...................................................................................................................6675A. Hahn, M. Govindarasu

Economic Analysis of Interconnecting Distribution Substations via Superconducting Cables...........................................................6680C. Gu, Y. Zhang, F. Li, W. Yuan

Multiobjective Optimal Power Flow Algorithm to Enhance Performance of Multi-Microgrids Incorporating IPFC ....................6685A. Kargarian, B. Falahati, Y. Fu, M. Baradar

Intelligent Decision Making in Electricity Markets: Simulated Annealing Q-Learning......................................................................6691T. Pinto, T. Sousa, Z. Vale, H. Morais, I. Praça

Distributed Real-Time Simulation and On-site Development of a Micro-Grid with Renewable Energy Sources............................6699L. Lu, J. Liu, C. Chu

Virtual Generators: Simplified Online Power System Representations for Wide-Area Damping Control.......................................6706D. Molina, J. Liang, R. Harley, G. Venayagamoorthy

Inertial Response from Remote Offshore Wind Farms Connected through VSC-HVDC Links: A Communication-Less Scheme...................................................................................................................................................................................................6714

Y. Pipelzadeh, B. Chaudhuri, T. Green

Dynamic Performance of Average-Value Models for Multi-Terminal VSC-HVDC Systems .............................................................6720J. Peralta, H. Saad, S. Dennetière, J. Mahseredjian

Voltage Rise Mitigation in Distribution Networks Using Generators Automatic Reactive Power Controls .....................................6728G. Sulligoi, M. Chiandone

Optimal Incentive Design to Facilitate Solar PV Investments in Ontario .............................................................................................6733I. Das, K. Bhattacharya, C. Canizares

Integrated Economic and Reliability Planning .........................................................................................................................................6739H. Magdan, T. Gentile, A. Meklin, X. Tan

Fast Service Restoration for Distribution Systems with Distributed Generation .................................................................................6746X. Chen, D. Chen, J. Liu, Y. Liao, K. Yu, H. Hu

Power System Probabilistic Cost Production Simulation with Wind Power Penetration based on Multi-State System Theory...............................................................................................................................................................................................6752

X. Liu, H. Wang, Q. Zhou, B. Hu

Game Theoretical Scheduling of Modern Power Systems with Large-scale Wind Power Integration ..............................................6759W. Wei, F. Liu, S. Mei

Assessing the Effect of Fast Charging on the Battery Health of Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles ....................................................6765A. Bandyopadhyay, L. Wang, V. Devabhaktuni, R. Yang, R. Green II

Induction Motor Static Models for Power Flow and Voltage Stability Studies ....................................................................................6773J. Carmona-Sanchez, T. Asiain-Olivares, G. Rosas-Ortiz, D. Ruiz-Vega

Real-Time Load Emulator for Implementation of Smart Meter Data for Operational Planning ......................................................6781A. Mohamed, O. Mohammed

Quantifying the Impact of Adverse Events on the Electricity Grid as a Function of Grid Topology.................................................6787G. Coles, A. Sadovsky, P. Du

Singular Points Detection of Time Varying Power Signal Events using Filter Bank and Adaptive Filter ........................................6792S. Sohn, A. Allen, J. Lee, H. Bae, S. Santoso

A Variable Length Fast Message Authentication Code for Secure Communication in Smart Grids.................................................6799R. Sule, R. Katti, R. Kavasseri

Advanced Disturbance Recording and Playback Enabled by a Distributed Dynamic State Estimation Including Bad Data Detection and Topology Change Identification .......................................................................................................................6805

E. Farantatos, R. Huang, G. Cokkinides, A. Meliopoulos, B. Fardanesh, G. Stefopoulos

Critical Parameter Analysis and LQR Control for the Distribution System with DFIG.....................................................................6813M. Ali, H. Pota, M. Mahmud, M. Hossain

A Cournot Game Analysis on Market Effects of Queuing Energy Request as Demand Response.....................................................6819C. Chen, S. Kishore, Z. Wang, M. Alizadeh, A. Scaglione

Methodology for Monitoring, Control and Operation of Power Systems with Wind Farms ..............................................................6827A. Meliopoulos, E. Farantatos, R. Huang, Y. Cho, E. Polymeneas, Z. Tan, G. Cokkinides

Dynamics of Type-3 Wind Turbine Generator Models............................................................................................................................6835I. Hiskens

Advanced Distribution Planning Tools for High Penetration PV Deployment .....................................................................................6836J. Smith, R. Dugan, M. Rylander, T. Key

Realizing a Smart MicroGrid – Pioneer Canadian Experience ..............................................................................................................6843M. Kamh, R. Iravani, T. El-Fouly

Considerations for Dynamic Transfer of Renewable Generation between Balancing Areas ..............................................................6851S. Venkataraman, R. D’Aquila, M. Shao, M. McDonald, C. Loutan, I. Green, K. Clark

The Importance of Sub-Hourly Modeling with a High Penetration of Wind Generation ...................................................................6859N. Troy, D. Flynn, M. O’Malley

Electric Water Heater Modeling and Control Strategies for Demand Response..................................................................................6865R. Diao, S. Lu, M. Elizondo, E. Mayhorn, Y. Zhang, N. Samaan

Two-Tier Hierarchical Cyber-Physical Security Analysis Framework for Smart Grid ......................................................................6873J. Wei, D. Kundur

A Novel Method for Multi-Fault Location Utilizing Fault Fitting Degree.............................................................................................6878J. Ma, D. Xu, T. Wang

Optimal Capacitor Placement and Sizes for Power Loss Reduction Using Combined Power Loss Index-Loss Sensitivity Factor and Genetic Algorithm .................................................................................................................................................6883

S. Paul, W. Jewell

Synchrophasors and the Smart Grid..........................................................................................................................................................6891M. Kezunovic, V. Vittal, S. Meliopoulos, M. Venkatasubramanian, A. Sprintson

Effect of Wind Speed Variation on the Short-Circuit Contribution of a Wind Turbine .....................................................................6892S. Das, S. Santoso

Synchrophasor Technology: The Boom of Investments and Information Flow from North America to Latin America..........................................................................................................................................................................................................6900

D. Elizondo, M. Gardner, R. Leon

Coordinated Home Energy Management for Real-Time Power Balancing ..........................................................................................6906T. Chang, M. Alizadeh, A. Scaglione

A Study of Communication and Power System Infrastructure Interdependence on PMU-based Wide Area Monitoring and Protection ..........................................................................................................................................................................6914

H. Lin, S. Sambamoorthy, S. Shukla, J. Thorp, L. Mili

Look-Ahead Dispatch with Forecast Uncertainty and Infeasibility Management................................................................................6921Y. Gu, L. Xie

Energy Planning in Individualized Plants with Electrical Validation ....................................................................................................6928L. Oliveira, A. Marcato, E. Oliveira, A. Nascimento, R. Paolucci, L. Nogueira

Analyzing the Variability of Wind Power Output through the Power Spectral Density .....................................................................6934D. Lee, R. Baldick

Optimal Sizing of Energy Storage System for Wind Power Plants ........................................................................................................6942Z. Shu, P. Jirutitijaroen

Process Data Comparison for Topology Inference ...................................................................................................................................6950N. Honeth, A. Saleem, L. Nordström

MASGriP – A Multi-Agent Smart Grid Simulation Platform ................................................................................................................6957P. Oliveira, T. Pinto, H. Morais, Z. Vale

IDROP: The New Generation of Demand Response ................................................................................................................................6965M. Ozog, T. Osterhus

Balancing Market Integration in MASCEM Electricity Market Simulator .........................................................................................6969G. Santos, T. Pinto, Z. Vale, H. Morais, I. Praça

Hybrid Heuristic Optimization Approach for Optimal Distributed Generation Placement and Sizing ............................................6977B. Dias, L. Oliveira, F. Gomes, I. Silva Junior, E. Oliveira

Potential-Game Theoretical Formulation of Optimal Power Flow Problems .......................................................................................6983L. Du, S. Grijalva, R. Harley

Application of Scenario Reduction to LDC and Risk Based Generation Expansion Planning ...........................................................6989Y. Feng, S. Ryan

Consideration of the Wind and Solar Generation Reactive Power Capability on Grid Voltage Performance .................................6997K. Yagnik, V. Ajjarapu

Novel Nighttime Application of PV Solar Farms as STATCOM (PV-STATCOM) .............................................................................7004R. Varma, S. Rahman, A. C. Mahendra, R. Seethapathy, T. Vanderheide

Multi-Objective Control Scheme to Improve the Performance of Three-Phase Grid-Connected PV Generation ...........................7012J. Han, S. Khushalani-Solanki, J. Solanki

Accurate Model Predictive Control of Bidirectional DC-DC Converters for DC Distributed Power Systems .................................7018M. Ebad, B. Song

Transmission Expansion in Brazil for Renewables ..................................................................................................................................7026J. Feltes, B. Fernandes, P. Portugal, A. Leite

Optimal Clustering for Efficient Computations of Contingency Effects in Large Regional Power Systems ....................................7033S. Cvijic, M. Ilic

Electric Drive Vehicle to Grid Synergies with Large Scale Wind Resources ........................................................................................7041M. Ghofrani, A. Arabali, M. Etezadi-Amoli

An Implicitly-Coupled Solution Approach for Combined Electromechanical and Electromagnetic Transients Simulation......................................................................................................................................................................................................7047

S. Abhyankar, A. Flueck

Modeling of Tidal Energy Conversion Systems for Primary Response Testing ...................................................................................7055M. Kuschke, S. Pertzsch, K. Strunz

Multi-Settlement Simulation of Reserve Procurement Using Stochastic Optimal Power Flow ..........................................................7061T. Yong, R. Philbrick, R. Entriken, A. Tuohy

Online Set Point Adjustment for Trajectory Shaping in Microgrid Applications ................................................................................7068A. Mehrizi-Sani, R. Iravani

Privacy and Confidentiality in Cyber-Physical Power Systems ..............................................................................................................7069B. McMillin

Coordinated Control of Excitation and SVC in Multi-machine Power System Based on Pseudo-Hamiltonian Theory ............................................................................................................................................................................................................7072

F. Shi, J. Wang

Reliability Evaluation of Power Systems Considering Restructuring and Renewable Generators ....................................................7080A. Mehrtash, P. Wang, L. Goel

Update on the Substation Based Distributed State Estimator and Field Experience ...........................................................................7081A. Meliopoulos

Multi-Agent Based Energy and Comfort Management in a Building Environment Considering Behaviors of Occupants ......................................................................................................................................................................................................7088

R. Yang, L. Wang

Development of GRBFN with Global Structure for PV Generation Output Forecasting ...................................................................7095H. Mori, A. Takahashi

Power Flow Control Devices in DC Grids .................................................................................................................................................7102Q. Mu, L. Jun, Y. Li, X. Zhou

Wind Turbine Generator Dynamic Performance with Weak Transmission Grids..............................................................................7109J. Feltes, B. Fernandes

Impacts of Topology Control on the ACOPF ............................................................................................................................................7116T. Potluri, K. Hedman

Modeling and Control of a Full-Bridge Modular Multilevel STATCOM .............................................................................................7123W. Li, L. Grégoire, J. Bélanger

Hardware-In-the-Loop Simulation of DC Microgrid with Multi-Agent System for Emergency Demand Response .......................7130C. Yoo, W. Choi, I. Chung, D. Won, S. Hong, B. Jang

Renewable Energy Integration into Smart Grids: Problems and Solutions - Singapore Experience.................................................7136L. Koh, Y. Tan, P. Wang, K. Tseng

Modeling and Simulation of a DFIG-Based Wind-Power System for Stability Analysis.....................................................................7143M. Ghofrani, A. Arabali, M. Etezadi-Amoli

Current Renewable Energy Generator Technical Interconnection Requirements ..............................................................................7151E. Camm, M. Edds, C. Murray, W. Peter, P. Valverde, R. Walling, Y. Zhu

Impact of Wind Power Variability on Sub-Transmission Networks ......................................................................................................7156S. Baghsorkhi, I. Hiskens

System-Wide Contribution to Frequency Response from Variable Speed Wind Turbines.................................................................7163L. Ruttledge, D. Flynn

On the Nonlinearity Effects on Malicious Data Attack on Power System .............................................................................................7171L. Jia, R. Thomas, L. Tong

Performance Analysis of Power Output of Photovoltaic Systems in San Diego County ......................................................................7179M. Jamaly, J. Bosch, J. Kleissl, Y. Zheng

An Efficient Kernel Machine Technique for Short-Term Load Forecasting Under Smart Grid Environment ...............................7186H. Mori, E. Kurata

Location and Communication Routing Optimization of Trust Nodes in Smart Grid Network Infrastructure ................................7190Y. Zhang, W. Sun, L. Wang

A Systems Approach to Teaching Smart Grids ........................................................................................................................................7198M. Ilic

Effect of Load Power Factor on Voltage Stability of Distribution Substation ......................................................................................7200L. Lin, J. Wang, W. Gao

Electromechanical Disturbance Propagation and Oscillation in Power Systems .................................................................................7204D. Wang, X. Wang

Bibliography of FACTS 2011: Part I - IEEE Working Group Report ..................................................................................................7209S. Rahman, R. Varma, W. Litzenberger, J. Berge

Market Equilibrium for Dispatchable Transmission Using FACT Devices ..........................................................................................7215M. Sahraei-Ardakani, S. Blumsack

Microgrids – A Review of Modeling, Control, Protection, Simulation and Future Potential..............................................................7221S. Bhaskara, B. Chowdhury

Optimum Location of Master Agents in an Agent Based Zone 3 Protection Scheme Designed for Robustness Against Hidden Failure Induced Trips ......................................................................................................................................................7228

S. Garlapati, S. Shukla

Modeling Uncertain Load and Wind Power in the Electric Energy Systems ........................................................................................7235N. Abdel-Karim, M. Ilic

Bibliography of FACTS 2011: Part II; IEEE Working Group Report..................................................................................................7243J. Berge, R. Varma, W. Litzenberger

Power Management Strategies for the Green Hub...................................................................................................................................7249Z. Shen, Z. Liu, M. Baran

An Integrative Approach to Reliability Analysis of an IEC 61850 Digital Substation .........................................................................7253Y. Zhang, A. Sprintson, C. Singh

Improving the Performance of the Stator Current Limiter of Excitation Control Systems................................................................7261M. Baechle, V. Knazkins, P. Smulders, D. Stutz

Bibliography of FACTS 2011: Part III - IEEE Working Group Report ...............................................................................................7268J. Berge, R. Varma, W. Litzenberger

A Study of Commitment Cost in Approximate Extended Locational Marginal Prices .......................................................................7273C. Wang, P. Luh, P. Gribik, L. Zhang, T. Peng

Analysis of Electric Vehicles as Mobile Energy Storage in Commercial Buildings: Economic and Environmental Impacts...........................................................................................................................................................................................................7280

M. Chehreghani Bozchalui, R. Sharma

Optimizing Grid Connected Renewable Energy Resources with Variability........................................................................................7288J. Momoh, K. D’Arnaud

Convertible Static Compensator (CSC) Performance Under System Fault ..........................................................................................7294S. Babaei, B. Parkhideh, B. Fardanesh, S. Bhattacharya

Islanding Applications of Energy Storage System ....................................................................................................................................7302S. Bahramirad, W. Reder

Evaluation of Responsive Load Participation in Optimal Satisfying System Security Constraints ...................................................7307M. Yazdaninejad, M. Haghifam

On Economic Dispatch with Units Being Shut Down...............................................................................................................................7315X. Liu

Bibliography of HVDC Transmission 2011: IEEE Working Group Report .........................................................................................7320A. Moharana, R. Varma, W. Litzenberger

A Geographical Zoning Methodology for Nodal Transmission Use-of-System Tariffs........................................................................7328M. Cebeci, O. Tor, C. Gencoglu, N. Guven

Regional and Inter-Regional Transmission Planning and Cost Allocation ...........................................................................................7336L. Hecker, R. Bo, D. Osborn, J. Lawhorn

Solving Payment Costs Co-Optimization Problems .................................................................................................................................7343X. Han, P. Luh, M. Bragin, J. Yan, N. Yu, G. Stern

N-1-1 Contingency-Constrained Optimal Power Flow by Interdiction Methods .................................................................................7351N. Fan, R. Chen, J. Watson

Economic Assessment of the Explicit Representation of Ramping Requirements on Conventional Generators in Systems with Integrated Intermittent Resources ......................................................................................................................................7357

Y. Degeilh, F. Cadoux, N. Navid, G. Gross

Inter-Operability and Integration Constraints in Sustainable Power Grid ..........................................................................................7362J. Liu, H. Chen

Methods for Reducing Momentary Interruptions in Distribution Systems...........................................................................................7363K. Gadiraju, M. Vallem

Chance Constrained Unit Commitment with Wind Generation and Superconducting Magnetic Energy Storages ........................7369D. He, Z. Tan, R. Harley

Integration of Wind and Solar Under a 20% RPS: Stochastic Simulation Methods and Results from California ISO studies.....................................................................................................................................................................................................7375

M. Rothleder, U. Helman, C. Loutan, T. Guo, J. Xie, S. Venkataraman

An Exploration of a Probabilistic Model for Electric Vehicles Residential Demand Profile Modeling .............................................7383F. Yi, F. Li

A New Control Scheme in a Battery Energy Storage System for Wind Turbine Generators .............................................................7389H. Babazadeh, W. Gao, K. Duncan

Solid State Fault Interruption Devices in Medium Voltage Microgrid Distribution Systems with Distributed Energy Resources .........................................................................................................................................................................................7396

M. Madan, B. Chowdhury

Dynamic Performance Improvement of Bidirectional Battery Chargers Using Predictive Current Control ...................................7402M. Abedi, B. Song, R. Kim

Stability of Multi-Generator Power System with Penetration of Renewable Energy Sources ............................................................7410S. Kazemlou, S. Mehraeen

Distributed Energy Storage for Mitigation of Voltage-Rise Impact Caused by Rooftop Solar PV ....................................................7416M. Alam, K. Muttaqi, D. Sutanto

An Update to Protection Issues during System Restoration....................................................................................................................7424A. Apostolov, P. Mysore, T. Sidhu, C. Henville

Power System Set Membership State Estimation .....................................................................................................................................7428J. Qi, G. He, S. Mei, F. Liu

Intelligent Load Management in Microgrids ............................................................................................................................................7435J. Kennedy, P. Ciufo, A. Agalgaonkar

A Course on Smartgrid Networks ..............................................................................................................................................................7443A. Scaglione

Tools Used for Handling Variable Generation in the Hawaii Electric Light Co. Control Center ......................................................7444L. Dangelmaier, D. Nakafuji, R. Kaneshiro

Distributed Analytics for Steady State Operation of Autonomous Microgrids ....................................................................................7452J. Mitra, N. Cai

Demand Resource Modeling in PJM Capacity Market ...........................................................................................................................7457Y. Xiao, Q. Su, B. Chiu, J. Bastian, A. Engle

Enhancing Stability Performance of Renewable Energy Generators by Utilizing Virtual Inertia .....................................................7464M. Benidris, J. Mitra

Optimal Inverter VAR Control in Distribution Systems with High PV Penetration ...........................................................................7470M. Farivar, R. Neal, C. Clarke, S. Low

Reliability of Future Distribution Networks: Handling Variability and Uncertainty ..........................................................................7477J. McDonald

Power Flow Analysis of Radial and Weakly Meshed Distribution Networks .......................................................................................7482S. Elsaiah, M. Benidris, J. Mitra

Enhancing Kalman Filter for Tracking Ringdown Electromechanical Oscillations ............................................................................7491J. Peng, N. Nair

Modeling the Northern European Electricity Market .............................................................................................................................7492T. Aigner, H. Farahmand, T. Gjengedal

Using Distributed Decision-Making to Optimize Power Distribution and Support Microgrids .........................................................7500B. Williams, M. Gahagan, I. Dromey, K. Costin

Reliability-Based Appraisal of Smart Grid Challenges and Realization ...............................................................................................7506V. Vadlamudi, R. Karki

Steam Turbine-Generator Torsional Response due to Interaction with the Electrical Grid ..............................................................7513H. Giesecke

An Integrated Approach for Directional Relaying of the Double-Circuit Line ....................................................................................7519A. Pradhan, P. Jena

Changing Infrastructure Requirements for Major Weather Events .....................................................................................................7520R. Brown

Evaluating the Economic Viability of Vehicle to Grid Applications in South Africa ...........................................................................7523P. Bohra, J. Fadiran, S. Chowdhury, S. P. Chowdhury

Introducing Smart Grids in Flanders: Lessons Learnt from the Linear Project..................................................................................7530J. Driesen, E. Peeters, P. Tant, R. Belmans

Results from a Global Survey on Strategies and Decision Support Systems for Integrating Variable Energy Resources in Control Centers......................................................................................................................................................................7532

L. Jones, C. Clark

Utilization of FPAA Technology for Emulation of Multi-Scale Power System Dynamics in Smart Grids ........................................7536A. Deese, C. Nwankpa

Stochastic Operation Security with Demand Response and Renewable Energy Sources ....................................................................7537M. Shahidehpour, H. Wu

Coordination of Wind and Pumped-Storage Hydro Units for Managing Transmission Security ......................................................7539M. Shahidehpour, M. Khodayar

Campus Microgrid: High Reliability for Active Distribution Systems ..................................................................................................7541M. Shahidehpour, M. Khodayar, M. Barati

Impacts of Extreme Weather Events on Transmission and Distribution Systems ...............................................................................7543R. Entriken, R. Lordan

Study on Power System Disturbance Identification and Location Based on WAMS ...........................................................................7553X. Qin, B. Li, Q. Guo, S. Hong, Q. Zhou, T. Bi

Direct Non-Iterative Power System State Solution and Estimation .......................................................................................................7559B. Fardanesh

Extra Long-Distance Bulk Power Transmission.......................................................................................................................................7565A. Lima, R. Dias

Impacts and Best Practices of Large-Scale Wind Power Integration into Electricity Markets – Some Australian Perspectives ...................................................................................................................................................................................................7566

I. Macgill

PQ Benchmarking in the Era of the Smart Grid ......................................................................................................................................7572B. Howe

Identifying Harmonic Attributes from On-line Partial Discharge Data ................................................................................................7578V. Catterson, S. Bahadoorsingh, S. Rudd, S. McArthur, S. Rowland

Tools for Handling High Amounts of Wind Generation in National Control Centre in Ireland ........................................................7579I. Dudurych, J. O’Sullivan, A. Rogers, D. Bell, S. Rourke, N. Kamaluddin

Improving Service Restoration of Power Distribution Systems Through Load Curtailment of In-Service Customers ......................................................................................................................................................................................................7587

M. Kleinberg, K. Miu Miller

A Project to Develop a Trustworthy Cyber Infrastructure for the Power Grid (TCIPG)...................................................................7588P. Sauer, W. Sanders

Cyber-Physical Security in a Substation....................................................................................................................................................7590J. Hong, A. Stefanov, C. Liu, M. Govindarasu

Smart Grid Security, Privacy, and Relilient Arcitectures: Opportunities and Challenges .................................................................7591M. Amin

An Equivalent pi Network Model for Power System State Estimation with Network Parameter Errors .........................................7593A. Jain, S. Raman

Fuzzy Modeling and Similarity based Short Term Load Forecasting using Evolutionary Particle Swarm Optimization..................................................................................................................................................................................................7594

A. Jain, M. Babita Jain

Author Index