Distributed generation is a small-scale and renewable-based energy source (ex: solar/ wind/
biomass) near to loads in distribution networks. It is becoming more prominent in the present
world due to incremental demands ...
Identification of synchronous generator parameters is a vast area in research topics. In order to model an existing power system network, these parameters are very crucial in identifying the behavior of the system during ...
Cement kiln, the most energy consuming unit of a cement factory, carries out the clinker manufacturing process, which must be operational with stable conditions to achieve consistent clinker quality and maximum production ...
Colombo being the commercial hub of Sri Lanka, maintaining high reliability of electricity
supply is critical. Thus, the electricity distribution network of Colombo city comprises of six,
11 kV ring networks formed around ...
More and more renewable electricity generating sources such as wind and solar power plants are being integrated into electrical power systems, which in turn complicates processes such as power system stability studies due ...
Telecom infrastructure growth rate has been rapidly increased due to higher competition among operators for them to provide reliable and quality service to the customers. Rapid increase of telecom tower construction and ...
Higher utilization of distributed generation using solar PV can be observed in recent years due to the gradual reduction of solar panel cost. More additions of solar PV generation in the LV grid can be expected in the ...
Renewable energy power plants, especially grid connected solar and wind generation units are displacing the conventional generator stations with rotating machines with inertia. In Sri Lanka, renewable energy generation has ...
The power system Sri Lanka is an islanded power system of a relatively small size. Other than
the coal power plants, combined cycle plants and gas turbines, a significant portion of
electricity requirement is supplied ...
Electricity Distribution system in Sri Lanka consists of 33kV, 11kV and Low Voltage (400V/230V) networks. Providing reliable supply to the end user is a challenging task to any utility. Therefore, utility is trying to ...
Power Distribution Networks are evolving with the rapid penetration of distributed generators and introduction of concepts such as micro grid based Smart Girds. Distribution automation devices and solar PV generators in ...
Machine learning has become an important and interesting eld when addressing com-
plex industrial tasks. In this study, a semi-automatic tire inspection machine for tire
retreading industry which uses machine learning ...
Mini hydropower plants have been located at relatively small streams such streams often found upstream of a large river system. With a small catchment and high runoff, those stream parameters such as flow, debris content ...
Distributed energy systems are essential to integrate renewable energy sources to the modern electric grid. Microgrids are a distributed energy system that enables the integration of the intermittent renewable energy ...
The current practise of pond operation of Upper Kotmale Hydropower Station is studied,
where management of the pond is by subjective judgements of the operator. Accurate and
reliable inflow forecast makes up an important ...
Sri Lanka’s recent energy policies are focused on promoting economically viable solar
power generating schemes introducing novel market segments. It’s envisioned to
ensure nation’s energy security while promoting utilization ...
The night-time peak demand drives the sector investments and hence has become a major target area for Demand Side Management programs aimed at energy conservation and efficiency improvement. Time Of Use (TOU) Tariffs are ...
Upper limbs are very important to the functionality of the human body that enables us to execute activities of daily life (ADL). The human upper limb is complex and difficult to mimic from a robotic manipulator. Over the ...
Electricity consumers have to mitigate voltage disturbance to ensure proper functionality of
their sensitive electrical loads. Dynamic Voltage Restorer (DVR) has recognized as an
effective and comprehensive power electronic ...
At present, the Sri Lankan power system has a total installed capacity of approximately 4,087 MW by end of year 2017 with a total dispatchable capacity of 3,525 MW. The maximum demand recorded in 2017 was 2,523 MW.
Sri ...