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Rohit Kumar – Power system – Best Researcher Award

Mr. Rohit Kumar distinguished academic and researcher in the field Power system.  He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Varanasi. Before this, he obtained his Master’s degree from the Department of Electrical Engineering at Rajiv Gandhi Proudyogiki Vishwavidyalaya University, Bhopal. His research endeavors have led to the publication of four peer-reviewed research articles focusing on power system dynamics and control. His work primarily revolves around the integration of energy storage and renewable sources into transmission networks, along with the design of wide-area damping controllers.

🌐 Professional Profiles

Educations📚📚📚

He pursued his academic journey with a Bachelor’s in Engineering from R.J.P.V, Bhopal, specializing in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, where he achieved an impressive 83.1%. Building upon this foundation, he completed his Masters in Engineering at R.J.P.V, Bhopal, with a focus on Power Systems, securing a commendable 80.2%. Driven by his passion for advancing his field, he embarked on a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering at the esteemed Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Varanasi in 2019. His proposed thesis, titled “A Robust Wide-Area Damping Control Scheme for Battery Energy Storage System/Wind Turbine System Integrated Power Networks to Mitigate Inter-Area Oscillations,” showcases his dedication to tackling complex challenges in power systems. Alongside his academic pursuits, he demonstrated consistent academic excellence, evidenced by his achievements in intermediate and high school, where he attained 73.6% and 62.7%, respectively, from the Bihar School Examination Board, Patna.

 

Research Interests

Power system dynamics and control for transmission system with integration of energy storage system and renewable energy source, robust control scheme-based wide area damping controller design for battery energy storage system and wind turbine system, FACTS devices and virtual synchronous generator application in power systems.

Internship

He has actively engaged in various positions of responsibility, demonstrating his commitment to both academia and practical learning. Notably, he served as a Teaching Assistant for several subjects at the Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Varanasi, India. During the odd semester of 2019, he contributed as a Teaching Assistant for “Power System Protection and Switchgear,” and in the subsequent even semester of 2020, he took on the role for “Power Transmission & Distribution.” Continuing his involvement, he served as a Teaching Assistant for “Power System Analysis & Control” during the even semester of 2023 and for “Power System Simulation Lab” during the odd semester of the same year. Additionally, he gained valuable hands-on experience through a 15-day Industrial Training program at the Power Distribution Training Center in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. These experiences underscore his dedication to both theoretical education and practical application within the field of electrical engineering.

Workshop/Seminars/Conference/S.T.T.P. Attended

He has actively participated in various workshops and training programs to enhance his knowledge and skills in the field of electrical engineering. Noteworthy events include the “Workshop on Control Of Wind Energy Conversion System” organized by the Department of Electrical Engineering at IIT (BHU), as well as the training course on “Real Time Digital Simulator (R.T.D.S.)” conducted within the same department. Additionally, he attended a one-day “Faculty Development Program on Power System Design Analysis using DIgSILENT PowerFactory Software,” organized by M/s DELLSOFT Technologies Pvt. Ltd. in New Delhi. His commitment to staying updated with the latest advancements is further evidenced by his participation in the “17th National Power System Conference (NPSC-2012)” organized by the Department of Electrical Engineering at IIT (BHU). Furthermore, he has achieved success in the GATE Exam, qualifying in both 2016 and 2019, showcasing his proficiency and dedication in the field.

📝🔬Publications📝🔬

• Rohit Kumar, Soumya R. Mohanty, M.K. Verma, A robust damping control for
battery energy storage integrated power systems to mitigate inter-area oscillations, International Journal of Electrical Power & Energy Systems, Volume
157,2024,doi.org/10.1016/j.ijepes.2024.109885.

• Rohit Kumar, S. R. Mohanty & M. K. Verma, Robust Damping Control for Integrated Wind Turbine Power Networks During Low Inertia Condition, International Journal of Circuit Theory and Applications, 2024, doi:10.1002/cta.3991

• Rohit Kumar, S. R. Mohanty & M. K. Verma, Design and Optimal Location of
Power System Stabilizer in the Multi-Machine Power Network, IETE Journal of
Research, DOI: 10.1080/03772063.2023.2175056

• Rohit Kumar, S. R. Mohanty & M. K. Verma, “Alleviating Inter-Area Oscillations in Power Networks via Energy Storage System-Based Wide-Area Damping Controller.” Journal of Energy Storage (under review)

Rohit Kumar – Power System – Best Researcher Award

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