Dr. Jiashen Teh
University Sains Malaysia (USM), Malaysia
Biography:
Dr. Teh demonstrates the advantages of flexible transmission line rating on high voltage (138-400kV) power grids to enhance the integration of solar and wind energies. The research is state-of-the-art because the new relationships of the flexible line rating technology with existing conditions and legacy technologies are investigated. The research enables the optimal enhancements of line ratings while preserving the life-cycle of transmission lines, and thereby improving the reliability of transmission grids. With this new discovery, electric utilities worldwide can safely increase the power capacity of their existing grids, which can enhance the integration of renewable energy and improves the delivery of clean energy to consumers at a minimal cost. Consequently, the dependency on traditional, carbon-emitting fuels is reduced. This assists electric utilities to reduce carbon emissions and, enable them to commit to higher level of ESG standard. Dr. Teh is also a Technical Director of UPE-Power in Taiwan, which he has implemented his research findings on line sensor products developed for applications in Taiwan and Japan. He has published more than 50 journal articles indexed in the globally recognized SCIE database, which he is the first/corresponding author in 34 (>70%) of them, and 30 (>65%) of the articles are ranked in the database’s first quarter. His publications have attracted 2085 citations and 28 h-index on Google Scholar. He has secured around RM800k of research funding, where more than 40% of the amount was obtained abroad (Taiwan, Saudi). He has accumulated RM30k of local consultancy projects. He has 1 pending patent filed in Malaysia. He is the main supervisor of 4 graduated PhD students, and another on-going 9 PhD students. For three consecutive years in 2019, 2020 and 2021 he was the top 2% world-most-cited-researchers according to field by Stanford University. He was the 2021 Outstanding Engineer by the IEEE Power & Energy Malaysia and the 2022 Outstanding Young Professional by the IET Malaysia.
Speech Title: Dynamic Line Rating (DLR) for Enhanced Grid Reliability
Abstract: In this keynote speech, dynamic thermal line rating (DTLR) emerges as a transformative solution in modernizing power grid management. Highlighting its significance in enhancing grid resilience and efficiency, the speaker delves into the principles and applications of DTLR technology. Through real-world case studies and innovative approaches, attendees gain insights into how DTLR dynamically optimizes transmission line capacities based on environmental conditions, mitigating congestion risks and enabling higher utilization rates. Furthermore, the speech explores the integration of DTLR into smart grid frameworks, paving the way for a more adaptive and sustainable energy infrastructure.
Assoc. Prof. Hua Xiao
Guangzhou Maritime University, China
Biography:
Hua Xiao received his PhD degree from Cardiff University, UK. He is currently an associate professor in Guangzhou Maritime University. His research interests include the utilization of low-carbon energy such as ammonia, hydrogen, etc. in power equipment. He is a recipient of the International Gas Turbine Institute (IGTI) Academic Award, the South Wales Institution of Engineers Award and the Guangdong Province Top 100 Innovative Doctoral and Postdoctoral Figures Award. In recent years, he has participated in the establishment of the 1st-3rd Symposium on Ammonia Energy and served as a member of the Scientific Advisory Committee. He serves as board member the international Journal of Ammonia Energy and as the Session Chair of the 1st and 3rd International Ammonia Energy Conferences, the Session Chair of the 12th International Conference on Power and Energy Systems. He enters the list of Worlds' Top 2% Scientists 2024 by Elsevier.
Speech Title: Utilizing Ammonia as Zero-carbon Energy: Fundamental Research on Co-combustion of Ammonia and Conventional Fuels
Abstract: A potential enabler of a low carbon economy is the energy vector ammonia, which is a carbon free carrier with high energy density. Hence, it is proposed that ammonia, with its established transportation network and high flexibility, could provide a practical next generation system for energy transportation, storage and use for power generation. Therefore, previous studies and ongoing research are presented to use this chemical as a viable energy vector for power applications, emphasizing the challenges before implementation and commercial deployment is achieved at a larger scale. The talk covers fundamental research results on ammonia combustion are presented including ignition delay times, laminar flame speeds, species concentration profiles, oxidation chemistry, laminar and turbulent flames structures. Ammonia flame stabilization behaviors and emission characteristics are presented and discussed by using a gas turbine combustor. Injection and co-firing strategy in swirl combustors and the combustion enhancement will also be addressed. A better understanding on emission controls over the combustion on NOx mitigation and other techniques will be revealed.
Assoc. Prof. Bowen Zhou
Northeastern University, China
Biography:
Bowen Zhou received the PhD degree from Queen’s University Belfast, Belfast, UK, in 2016, in electrical and electronic engineering. He joined Department of Electrical Engineering, College of Information Science and Engineering, Northeastern University, Shenyang, China, in 2016, where he is currently working as an associate professor. He is also the vice dean of School of Future Technologies, Northeastern University. His research interests include power and energy system operation and control, vehicle to grid, virtual energy storage and demand response, intelligent control of industrial loads. He is the PI of more than 15 government and industry sponsored projects, including NSFC and National Key R&D Program of China. He has published more than 70 SCI or EI indexed papers and holds 20 patents, 5 software, and 1 standard. 4 papers that he authored or co-authored have won best paper awards including IEEE TCE. He has also received 4 first awards of provincial level science and technology advances award, and 2 silver awards of the 48th Geneva Inventions. He is a member of the Expert Committee of China Energy Society. He is also a standing director or director of several IEEE PES China committees and subcommittees. He has served as a Youth Editorial Board Member, Editorial Board Member, and Special Issue Guest Editor of several international and domestic journals, and the session chairs and TC/PC members for more than 10 IEEE, IET, CCDC international conferences.
Speech Title: Intelligent Generation and Comprehensive Evaluation on AC/DC Hybrid Power Grid Operation Mode
Abstract: The operation mode of the power grid is one of the important references for dispatchers to ensure the safe, reliable, high-quality, and economical operation of the grid. It is also an important basis for power grid operation, maintenance, and fault handling. Traditional AC grid operation modes only need to consider simple influencing factors such as season and grid structure, with limited operation modes. With the large-scale integration of new energy and DC transmission lines, the operation modes of AC/DC hybrid grid are extremely complex. This talk first introduces the deep Q-learning method for intelligent generation of grid operation modes, then introduces the index system and evaluation model for the rationality of grid operation modes, and finally proposes three intelligent supplementation methods for the unreasonable operation modes identified by the evaluation. All methods are tested and verified using real power grid data.