Advanced Smart Grid Technologies: Industry Applications and Integration Strategies offers a comprehensive exploration of the cutting-edge innovations and integration techniques shaping the future of power systems. This edited volume brings together leading researchers and industry experts to present real-world case studies, emerging technologies, and strategic frameworks that enable efficient, secure, and sustainable energy management.
This book:
- Explores the full spectrum of smart grid technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), machine learning, blockchain, and digital twin concepts.
- Includes real-world applications from sectors such as manufacturing, transportation, utility services, and smart cities.
- Provides insight into practical frameworks for integrating distributed energy resources (DERs), microgrids, and renewable energy systems into existing infrastructures.
- Discusses securing smart grid networks and enhancing resilience against cyber threats and grid failures.
- Analyses international standards, regulatory policies, and smart grid deployment challenges in various regions.
- Provides forward-looking chapters that outline the trajectory of smart grid development and emerging opportunities.
Covering everything from IoT, AI, and blockchain applications to grid automation, cybersecurity, and renewable energy integration, this book serves as a critical reference for professionals, academics, and policymakers involved in the evolution of smart grid systems across global industries.
Table of Contents:
1. Introduction to Smart Grids. 2. Privacy and Data Security in AI Systems. 3. Renewable Energy Integration and Grid Interfacing. 4. EV Charging Locator App. 5. Smart Contracts for the Internet of Things (IoT) and Blockchain Technology: IoT data market based on Blockchain technologies. 6. Automation and Control in Smart Grids. 7. Cybersecurity and Data Privacy in Smart Grids. 8. Energy Storage Systems and Grid Flexibility. 9. Clean and Green Energy: Advanced Materials, Technologies, and Future Perspectives. 10. Integration of Grid with Distributed Energy Resources:Technologies, potentials contributions and future prospects. 11. Renewable energy Integration and Grid Interfacing. 12. Design and Development of an Electric Vehicle Go-Kart.
About the Author :
Krishan Arora is associated with Lovely Professional University as a Professor with more than seventeen years of experience in academics and research. He is currently Head of Department, Power Systems in School of Electronics and Electrical Engineering, Lovely Professional University. His Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from MM (Deemed to be) University, Ambala. His research interests include Electrical Machines, Artificial Intelligence, Load Frequency Control, Electric Vehicles, Waste management, Renewable Energy, Internet of Things and Modernization of Smart Grids. He has published more than 110 research papers in reputed Science Journals and Conferences. He has organized several workshops, summer internships, International Conferences, special sessions and expert lectures. He has also published 15 Indian patents and 1 copyright. He has supervised 1 PhD scholar, 10 Postgraduate scholars and more than 30 undergraduate student’s projects. He has attended/Participated in twenty-four National/International Online webinars. He has edited 15 books in different areas of Electronics and Electrical Engineering. He is associated for editing work with top publishers.
Himanshu Sharma has completed his Ph.D. in the area of power electronics from Punjab Engineering College Chandigarh. He did his M.Tech in Electrical Engineering from Punjab Engineering College Chandigarh. He was associated with Lovely Professional University in Division of Research & Development with more than eight years of experience in intellectual property rights and academics. He is currently deputed as Dean R&D at G.H. Raisoni College of Engineering and Management, Nagpur from December 2024. He has published more than 30 research papers in refereed reputed Journals and Conferences. He has organized several workshops, summer internships, International Conferences and expert lectures for students. He has supervised more than 5 PhD students and more than 15 UG/PG students. He has attended/Participated in twenty National/International Online webinars. His area of expertise includes Power Electronics, Waste Management, Machine Learning, and optimization techniques. He has taught various courses to UG and PG level like Power Electronics, Non-Conventional Energy Sources, and Electric Drives, Wireless communication and Internet of things etc. He has edited many books for reputed publishers.
Sanjay Kumar is presently working as Assistant Professor in University Institute of Technology, Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla, India. He has 7 years teaching and research experience of NITs and other Government institutes. He has published 30 research papers in various International/National Journals and Proceedings of the reputed International/ National Conferences. His area of research includes Power System, Renewable Energy, Network Planning, Micro grid, Optimization, GIS and Machine Learning. He has granted one Patents (1-International) and one patents filed successfully (National patent). He has published a number of research papers in various journals and conferences. He has delivered expert lecture in various Colleges/Universities in India. He is a reviewer member of various international journals and conferences.
