Innovative Technologies on Electrical Power Systems for Smart Cities Infrastructure: Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Electrical Sys

This book compiles selected papers from the International Conference on Electrical Systems and Smart Technologies (ICESST 2024), held in Dakhla, Morocco (December 11-13, 2024). It presents key research insights, offering a structured exploration of innovations in electrical systems and smart technologies.

The first section covers power electronics and electrical systems, focusing on advanced control techniques, electrical machines, and drives. It then transitions to computational intelligence and soft computing, highlighting the role of machine learning and deep learning in enhancing modern electrical systems.

Next, the book delves into IoT and embedded systems, emphasizing their impact on smart infrastructure and smart cities, addressing challenges and solutions in efficiency and effectiveness.

The smart grids and power systems section explores energy management, renewable energy integration, and forecasting, underscoring sustainability in modern power systems. This leads to a discussion on sustainable energy solutions, covering hydrogen energy, fuel cells, storage systems, and electrical mobility.

Finally, the book examines automation, robotics, and control technologies, showcasing advancements in mechatronics, industrial automation, and AI-driven robotics.

This comprehensive guide provides valuable insights into current trends, challenges, and future directions in electrical engineering and smart technologies, making it essential for professionals, researchers, and students.

Dr. Imad Aboudrar, born in Agadir, Morocco, is an Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering at the Higher School of Technology in Dakhla, part of Ibn Zohr University. His academic journey in electrical engineering began with a Master of Science degree from Mohammed V University in Rabat, obtained in 2016, followed by the completion of his Ph.D. in 2021. Dr. Aboudrar has made significant contributions to the academic community, notably through his active roles in organizing and participating in scientific committees for major conferences, such as IEEE ICEIT 2020 and IEEE CISTEM 2024. With a publication portfolio exceeding 18 papers, including book chapters, international journals, and presentations at conferences and workshops, Dr. Aboudrar has established himself as a prolific researcher and academic. His expertise is further recognized through his roles as a reviewer for prestigious journal publishers like IEEE, Springer, and Elsevier, where he contributes to the advancement of knowledge in his field. Before his foray into academia, Dr. Aboudrar honed his industry skills as an R&D Electrified Powertrain Engineer at FEV North Africa, where he worked on Stellantis Projects in North America. This industry experience has enriched his academic perspective, particularly in areas of practical application. Dr. Aboudrar’s research interests are diverse encompassing E-mobility, the production of green hydrogen, and the control of smart energy microgrids. His work in these areas underscores a deep commitment to developing sustainable solutions in electrical engineering, focusing on innovative approaches to energy use and generation in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. His expertise and contributions are not only invaluable to his students and peers but also play a significant role in shaping the future of sustainable energy practices.

Dr. Farhad Ilahi Bakhsh, a Senior Member of IEEE, completed his B. Tech in Electrical Engineering and M. Tech in Power Systems & Drives at Aligarh Muslim University, India, in 2010 and 2012. He earned his Ph.D. from the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee in 2017, where he developed a notable method for wind energy system grid integration. His work on an automatic solar tracking system has been recognized by various IEEE chapters and technology centers in India. Currently, he is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at the National Institute of Technology Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, India, and is the founder and Counselor of its IEEE Student Branch. Dr. Bakhsh has received international acclaim, including the ＂10 for 10 Typhoon HIL Award＂ from Switzerland and has delivered numerous keynote speeches and lectures globally. He has over 80 publications in reputed international journals and conferences, authored a Springer book, and contributed to more than 10 book chapters. His work has been awarded multiple best paper awards at international conferences and holds patents in India, Australia, and South Africa. Recently, he received the ＂Award of Excellence in Research＂ from VALLWAY International. He has served as an editor and guest editor for various journals including IET Generation, Transmission and Distribution, and Distributed Generation & Alternative Energy Journal. His research interests include Variable Frequency Transformers, Renewable Energy Systems, Multilevel Converters, Alternate Energy Vehicles, and Multi-phase Drives.

Dr. Anand Nayyar received Ph.D (Computer Science) from Desh Bhagat University in 2017 in the area of Wireless Sensor Networks, Swarm Intelligence and Network Simulation. He is currently working in School of Computer Science-Duy Tan University, Da Nang, Vietnam as Professor, Scientist, Vice-Chairman (Research) and Director- IoT and Intelligent Systems Lab. A Certified Professional with 200+ Professional certifications from CISCO, Microsoft, Amazon, EC-Council, Oracle, Google, Beingcert, EXIN, GAQM, Cyberoam and many more. Published more than 200+ Research Papers in various High-Quality ISI-SCI/SCIE/SSCI Impact Factor- Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4 Journals cum Scopus/ESCI indexed Journals, 80+ Papers in International Conferences indexed with Springer, IEEE and ACM Digital Library, 60+ Book Chapters in various SCOPUS/WEB OF SCIENCE Indexed Books with Springer, CRC Press, Wiley, IET, Elsevier with Citations: (Google Scholar): 17200+, H-Index: 68 and I-Index: 280; (Scopus): 9200+; H-index: 50. Member of more than 60+ Associations as Senior and Life Member like: IEEE (Senior Member) and ACM (Senior Member). He has authored/co-authored cum Edited 60+ Books of Computer Science. Associated with more than 600+ International Conferences as Programme Committee/Chair/Advisory Board/Review Board member. He has completed 1 Grassroot and 1 ASEAN Project. He has 18 Australian Patents, 16 German Patents, 4 Japanese Patents, 41 Indian Design cum Utility Patents, 13 UK Patents, 1 USA Patent, 3 Indian Copyrights and 2 Canadian Copyrights to his credit in the area of Wireless Communications, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, IoT, Healthcare, Drones, Robotics and Image Processing. Awarded 52 Awards for Teaching and Research--Young Scientist, Best Scientist, Best Senior Scientist, Asia Top 50 Academicians and Researchers, Young Researcher Award, Outstanding Researcher Award, Excellence in Teaching, Best Senior Scientist Award, DTU Best Professor and Researcher Award- 2019, 2020-2021, 2022, 2022-2023 Distinguished Scientist Award by National University of Singapore, Obada Prize 2023, Lifetime Achievement Award 2023, 2024; Asian Admirable Achievers 2024; Distinguished Academic Leader 2024, Lifetime Achievement Award 2024 and many more.

He is listed in Top 2% Scientists as per Stanford University (2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023), Ad Index (Rank No:1 Duy Tan University, Rank No:1 Computer Science in Viet Nam) and Listed on Research.com (Top Scientist of Computer Science in Viet Nam- National Ranking: 2; D-Index: 42; World Ranking: 6968).

He is acting as Associate Editor for Computer Communications (Elsevier), International Journal of Sensor Networks (IJSNET) (Inderscience), Computers Materials and Continua (CMC), Tech Science Press- IASC, Cogent Engineering, Human Centric Computing and Information Sciences (HCIS), PeerJ Computer Science, IET-Quantum Communications, IET Networks, IEEE Transactions on Artificial Intelligence (IEEE TAI), Indonesian Journal of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, IJFC, IJISP, IJDST, IJCINI, IJGC, IJSIR, IJBDCN, IJNR, IJSI. He is acting as Managing Editor of IGI-Global Journal, USA titled ＂International Journal of Knowledge and Systems Science (IJKSS)＂ and Editor-in-Chief of IGI-Global, USA Journal titled ＂International Journal of Smart Vehicles and Smart Transportation (IJSVST)＂.He has reviewed more than 5100+ Articles for diverse Web of Science and Scopus Indexed Journals. He is currently researching in the area of Wireless Sensor Networks, Internet of Things, Swarm Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Artificial Intelligence, Drones, Blockchain, Cyber Security, Healthcare Informatics, Big Data and Wireless Communications.

Dr. Ilias OUACHTOUK, Dr. OUACHTOUK, an Assistant Professor at ENSAM Casablanca, HASSAN II University, Morocco, is a committed academic in the field of electromechanical systems. He completed his master’s in electrical engineering at Mohammed V University in Rabat, Morocco, in 2014, followed by a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering. His research primarily focuses on the monitoring and diagnosis of electromechanical systems, aiming to improve their reliability and efficiency. He specializes in robust control systems, diagnostics, and control systems, contributing significantly to these fields through various publications. Alongside his research, Dr. OUACHTOUK is actively involved in academic conferences, serving on organizing and scientific committees. His participation extends to international conferences covering renewable energy, electrical machines, and drives. This blend of research expertise and conference engagement makes him a dynamic figure in academia, particularly in discussions on renewable energy and electrical engineering.