Asha Rani M A | Renewable Energy Systems | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Asha Rani M A | Renewable Energy Systems | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering, National Institute of Technology Silchar, Assam India

Dr. Asha Rani M. A. is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Electrical Engineering, National Institute of Technology Silchar, Assam, India. She earned her Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from NIT Tiruchirappalli in 2016, specializing in power control of Doubly Fed Induction Generators under unbalanced grid voltage. With over 14 years of experience in teaching, Dr. Asha Rani has contributed significantly to renewable energy, particularly in wind power generation and grid integration. She has authored multiple publications in reputed journals and presented her work at national and international conferences.

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🎓 Education

Dr. Asha Rani completed her Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from NIT Tiruchirappalli in 2016, focusing on power control techniques for Doubly Fed Induction Generators with unbalanced grid voltage. She earned her M.Tech. in Industrial Drives and Control from Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Technology, Kottayam, in 2008, and a B.Tech. in Electrical & Electronics Engineering from Cochin University of Science and Technology’s College of Engineering Perumon.

🧑‍🏫 Experience

Dr. Asha Rani has over 14 years of teaching experience, with 7.5 years post-Ph.D. tenure. She is currently an Assistant Professor at NIT Silchar since 2019, where she holds various academic positions. Previously, she worked as a Senior Assistant Professor and Head of the Department at Madanapalle Institute of Science & Technology, Andhra Pradesh. Dr. Asha Rani also served as a Junior Research Engineer at the Fluid Control Research Institute under the Government of India.

🏆 Awards & Honors

Dr. Asha Rani has received several awards, including the Best Project Award in Anveshan 2.0 at NIT Silchar, a North East Students Travel Grant from IEEE for the PEDES 2022 conference, and a DST-SERB grant for her research on enhancing DFIG-based wind power plants. She has also published multiple patents, including a grid-tied solar-powered pump.

🔬 Research Focus

Dr. Asha Rani’s research primarily revolves around renewable energy, with a focus on wind power generation, specifically Doubly Fed Induction Generators (DFIG). Her work includes flux minimization techniques for enhancing DFIG operation under grid voltage distortions. She is also involved in sustainable energy systems for carbon-neutral energy communities and has contributed to numerous R&D projects funded by organizations like DST, MSME, and the EU.

🏆Conclusion 

Dr. Asha Rani M. A. is a dedicated academic and researcher whose contributions to Electrical Engineering, particularly in renewable energy and power systems, make her a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her ability to secure funding, guide students, and publish influential research places her at the forefront of her field. With a proven track record of success and a clear passion for advancing energy systems, she is well-deserving of recognition. However, focusing on expanding her interdisciplinary reach and international visibility could further elevate her profile.

Publication Top Notes

  • Title: An effective reference generation scheme for DFIG with unbalanced grid voltage
    Year: 2014
    Authors: MAA Rani, C Nagamani, GS Ilango, A Karthikeyan
    Citations: 57

 

  • Title: An improved rotor PLL (R-PLL) for enhanced operation of doubly fed induction machine
    Year: 2016
    Authors: MAA Rani, C Nagamani, GS Ilango
    Citations: 33

 

  • Title: An improved control for simultaneous sag/swell mitigation and reactive power support in a grid-connected wind farm with DVR
    Year: 2018
    Authors: S Priyavarthini, C Nagamani, GS Ilango, MAA Rani
    Citations: 32

 

  • Title: Renewable power generation Indian scenario: a review
    Year: 2015
    Authors: C Nagamani, G Saravana Ilango, MJB Reddy, MAA Rani, …
    Citations: 26

 

  • Title: Compensation of magnetizing current for enhanced operation of DFIG under grid unbalance
    Year: 2016
    Authors: MAA Rani, C Nagamani, GS Ilango
    Citations: 15

 

  • Title: A versatile method for computation of power pulsations in DFIG under grid imperfections
    Year: 2016
    Authors: MAA Rani, C Nagamani, GS Ilango
    Citations: 13

 

  • Title: An improved angular stator flux frequency computation method for robust MPPT operation of DFIG under unbalanced grid voltage
    Year: 2022
    Authors: MAA Rani, M Chakkarapani, C Nagamani, GS Ilango
    Citations: 8

 

  • Title: Decoupled control of doubly-fed-induction generator under unbalanced grid voltage with modified reference generation
    Year: 2013
    Authors: MAA Rani, A Karthikeyan, C Nagamani
    Citations: 6

 

  • Title: Performance Evaluation of R-PLL for Robust Sensorless Operation of DFIG under Harmonics, DC Offset and Phase Jump in Grid Voltage
    Year: 2021
    Authors: MAA Rani, M Chakkarapani, C Nagamani, GS Ilango, MJB Reddy
    Citations: 5

 

  • Title: Natural flux minimisation technique for enhanced operation of doubly‐fed induction generator
    Year: 2016
    Authors: MA Asha Rani, C Nagamani, GS Ilango
    Citations: 4

 

  • Title: Sensor-less estimation of rotor position in a doubly fed induction machine
    Year: 2017
    Authors: G Saravana Ilango, C Nagamani, MA Asha Rani, M Jaya Bharata Reddy, …
    Citations: 3

 

  • Title: An implicit rotor speed computation algorithm for squirrel cage induction motor
    Year: 2016
    Authors: C Nagamani, MAA Rani, GS Ilango, NP Kumar
    Citations: 3

 

 

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🌐 Professional Profiles

EDUCATION 🎓

  • He is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Management Science and Engineering at the University of Hunan, China, a program that commenced in September 2021. Prior to this, he completed his Master’s degree in Business with a focus on Supply Chain Management and Organization Sustainability at the University of Queensland, Australia, spanning from February 2018 to December 2019. As part of his academic journey, he participated in an exchange program at the University of Zurich, Switzerland, during July-August 2019, where he delved into Sustainable Finance and FinTech through the UZH International Summer School. His undergraduate studies include a Bachelor of Business in International Business achieved at the University of Canberra, Australia, from February 2015 to December 2017. Furthermore, he laid the foundation for his academic pursuits with a Bachelor of Business Administration at the University of Hunan, China, from September 2012 to September 2014. This diverse educational background reflects his commitment to a comprehensive understanding of management science, engineering, and business across various international institutions.

WORK EXPERIENCE

In the course of his professional journey, he undertook the role of Warehouse Supervisor Trainee at Star Express Brisbane Branch from October 2018 to June 2019. As part of one of the top five logistics companies operating across China and Australia, he leveraged 20 years of international logistics experience. In this capacity, he collaborated with third-party companies to analyze transportation data and cargo exchange information, demonstrating his proficiency in import and export policies and customs standards between China and Australia. His responsibilities extended to predicting shipments, reviewing pre-shipments, ensuring timely deliveries through the operation of EMS logistics software, and maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction above 98.7% by tracking shipping order efficiency.

Before his role at Star Express, he contributed to the dynamic marketing efforts at Magic TV Media Platform as a Dynamic Marketing Staff member from April 2018 to September 2018. His responsibilities included managing marketing promotion programs, consulting with local Brisbane retailers, and actively participating in the creation of commercial promotion films, including film editing and post-effects. Additionally, he played a crucial role in assisting retailers with contract details, overseeing platform account operations, and coordinating the implementation of overseas mobile payment functions such as Alipay and WeChat Pay. Furthermore, he showcased his creative skills by designing promotional posters and regularly collecting customer feedback.

Earlier in his career, he gained valuable experience working with Alaska Seafood as a Chef Assistant and Waiter, demonstrating his versatility and adaptability in different professional domains.

HONOR & SKILLS

With an impressive academic performance reflected in a GPA of 5.3/7, he has consistently demonstrated his commitment to excellence in his educational pursuits. Recognizing his academic achievements, he was awarded a bilateral scholarship for the summer international exchange program between the University of Queensland and the University of Zurich, underscoring his global perspective and cross-cultural experiences.

In addition to his formal education, he has further enriched his professional knowledge by successfully completing the MicroMasters certificate program in Supply Chain Management offered by MIT, USA. This certification attests to his dedication to staying abreast of industry-relevant skills and emerging trends in the field of supply chain management, showcasing a proactive approach to professional development. Together, his academic accomplishments and professional certifications underscore his well-rounded and forward-thinking approach to both academic and career endeavors.

📚Top Noted Publication

• [1] Lin, M., Xie, H., & Yang, C. (2024).A hybrid crude oil price forecasting framework: Modified
ensemble empirical mode decomposition and hidden Markov regression. Published online.
https://doi.org/10.1002/ese3.1666
• [2] Lin, M., Xie, H., & Shan, M. (2022). A Hybrid Multiscale Permutation Entropy-Based Fault
Diagnosis and Inconsistency Evaluation Approach for Lithium Battery of E-Vehicles. IEEE Access,
10, 104757-104768.