Technical Areas: The technical areas covered in the IEEE Transactions on Power Delivery are listed below. Click on a specific technical area for a list of the papers in that technical area that have been published in the April 2010 issue, links to their abstracts, and the discussion deadline.

• Insulated Conductors
• Power System Communications
• Power System Instrumentation and Measurements
• Power System Relaying
• Substations
• Surge Protective Devices
• Switchgear
• Transformers
• Transmission and Distribution

Insulated Conductors

• Ampacity Calculations for Deeply Installed Cables
  Dorison, E.; Anders, G.J.; Lesur, F.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

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Power System Communications

• Adaptive Noise Mitigation in Impulsive Environment: Application to Power-Line Communications
  Ndo, G.; Siohan, P.; Hamon, M.-H.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Optimal Resource Allocation Based on Resource Factor for Power-Line Communication Systems
  Zhiqiang Xu; Mingyue Zhai; Yuming Zhao
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Design and Evaluation of a Dual Impedance-Adapting Power-Line Communications Coupler
  van Rensburg, P.A.J.; Ferreira, H.C.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• M-FSK Carrier Gain Adjustment for Improved Power-Line Communications
  Snyders, A.J.; Janse van Rensburg, P.A.; Ferreira, H.C.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Robust Narrowband Interference Rejection for Power-Line Communication Systems Using IS-OFDM
  Jun Zhang; Meng, J.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Noise Resistant OFDM for Power-Line Communication Systems
  Jun Zhang; Meng, J.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Wideband Indoor Transmission Channel Simulator for Power Line: WITS Software
  Tlich, M.; Zeddam, A.; Gauthier, F.P.; Pagani, P.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Efficient Secure Group Communications for SCADA
  Donghyun Choi; Sungjin Lee; Dongho Won; Seungjoo Kim
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Capacity of Overhead Medium Voltage Power Line Communication Channels
  Lazaropoulos, A.G.; Cottis, P.G.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

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Power System Instrumentation and Measurements

• Processing of Harmonics and Interharmonics Using an Adaptive Notch Filter
  Mojiri, M.; Karimi-Ghartemani, M.; Bakhshai, A.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Control Scheme of Cascaded H-Bridge STATCOM Using Zero-Sequence Voltage and Negative-Sequence Current
  Hatano, N.; Ise, T.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Load Signature Study—Part I: Basic Concept, Structure, and Methodology
  Jian Liang; Ng, S.; Kendall, G.; Cheng, J.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Load Signature Study—Part II: Disaggregation Framework, Simulation, and Applications
  Jian Liang; Ng, S.K.K.; Kendall, G.; Cheng, J.W.M.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• A Dynamic Synchrophasor Estimation Algorithm for Online Application
  Mai, R.K.; He, Z.Y.; Fu, L.; Kirby, B.; Bo, Z.Q.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

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Power System Relaying

• Reliability Modeling of All-Digital Protection Systems Including Impact of Repair
  Kai Jiang; Singh, C.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• A Traveling-Wave-Based Protection Technique Using Wavelet/PCA Analysis
  Jafarian, P.; Sanaye-Pasand, M.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Application of Equal Area Criterion Conditions in the Time Domain for Out-of-Step Protection
  Paudyal, S.; Ramakrishna, G.; Sachdev, M.S.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Current Differential Protection of Transmission Line Using the Moving Window Averaging Technique
  Dambhare, S.; Soman, S.A.; Chandorkar, M.C.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Iterative Frequency Estimation Based on MVDR Spectrum
  Hyeon-Jin Jeon; Tae-Gyu Chang
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Unsynchronized Fault-Location Scheme for Nonlinear HIF in Transmission Lines
  Ibrahim, D.K.; El Sayed, T.E.; El-Zahab, E.E.-D.A.; Saleh, S.M.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Automated Graph-Based Methodology for Fault Detection and Location in Power Systems
  Dustegor, D.; Poroseva, S.V.; Hussaini, M.Y.; Woodruff, S.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

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Substations

• Power-Frequency Voltage Withstand Characteristics of Insulations of Substation Secondary Systems
  Jinliang He; Zhanqing Yu; Rong Zeng; Bo Zhang; Shuiming Chen; Jun Hu
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

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Surge Protective Devices

• Determining a Gas-Discharge Arrester Model's Parameters by Measurements and Optimization
  Glotic, A.; Pihler, J.; Ribic, J.; Stumberger, G.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

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Switchgear

• Analysis of Nozzle Ablation Characteristics of Gas Circuit Breaker
  Osawa, N.; Yoshioka, Y.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Capacitive Current Interruption With Air-Break High Voltage Disconnectors
  Yajing Chai; Wouters, P.A.A.F.; van Hoppe, R.T.W.J.; Smeets, R.P.P.; Peelo, D.F.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

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Transformers

• Study of Transformer Resonant Overvoltages Caused by Cable-Transformer High-Frequency Interaction
  Gustavsen, B.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Mixed Derating of Distribution Transformers Under Unbalanced Supply Voltage and Nonlinear Load Conditions Using TSFEM
  Faiz, J.; Ebrahimi, B.M.; Ghofrani, M.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Basics of Detailed Thermal-Hydraulic Model for Thermal Design of Oil Power Transformers
  Radakovic, Z.R.; Sorgic, M.S.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• The Influence of Complex Permeability on the Broadband Frequency Response of a Power Transformer
  Mitchell, S.D.; Welsh, J.S.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Diagnosis of EHV and HV Transformers Through an Innovative Partial-Discharge-Based Technique
  Cavallini, A.; Xiaolin Chen; Montanari, G.C.; Ciani, F.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Aging Performance and Moisture Solubility of Vegetable Oils for Power Transformers
  Tenbohlen, S.; Koch, M.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

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Transmission and Distribution

• Harmonic Distortion State Estimation Using an Evolutionary Strategy
  de Arruda, E.F.; Kagan, N.; Ribeiro, P.F.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• An Approximate Formula for the Peak Value of Lightning-Induced Voltages in Overhead Lines
  Paulino, J.O.S.; Barbosa, C.F.; Lopes, I.J.S.; do Couto Boaventura, W.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• FPGA Implementation of the Power Electronic Converter Model for Real-Time Simulation of Electromagnetic Transients
  Matar, M.; Iravani, R.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Heuristic Determination of Distribution Trees
  Parada, V.; Ferland, J.A.; Arias, M.; Schwarzenberg, P.; Vargas, L.S.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Lightning Data Observed With Lightning Location System in Portugal
  Rodrigues, R.B.; Mendes, V.M.F.; Catalao, J.P.S.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Intermittent Line-to-Ground Faults in Generator Stator Windings and Consequences on Neutral Grounding
  Braun, D.; Koeppl, G.S.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• An Adaptive Routing Algorithm Over Packet Switching Networks for Operation Monitoring of Power Transmission Systems
  Cheng-Long Chuang; Yung-Chung Wang; Chien-Hsing Lee; Maw-Yang Liu; Ying-Tung Hsiao; Jiang, J.-A.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Methods of Interfacing Rotating Machine Models in Transient Simulation Programs
  Wang, L.; Jatskevich, J.; Dinavahi, V.; Dommel, H.W.; Martinez, J.A.; Strunz, K.; Rioual, M.; Chang, G.W.; Iravani, R.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Leakage Currents on Naturally Contaminated Porcelain and Silicone Insulators
  Chrzan, K.L.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Underfrequency Load Shedding for an Islanded Distribution System With Distributed Generators
  Mahat, P.; Zhe Chen; Bak-Jensen, B.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Simulation and Experimental Investigation of DC Ice-Melting Process on an Iced Conductor
  Xingliang Jiang; Songhai Fan; Zhijin Zhang; Caixin Sun; Lichun Shu
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Robust Passivity Enforcement Scheme for Time-Domain Simulation of Multi-Conductor Transmission Lines and Cables
  De Silva, H.M.J.; Gole, A.M.; Nordstrom, J.E.; Wedepohl, L.M.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Passive Filter Planning Using Simultaneous Perturbation Stochastic Approximation
  Ying-Yi Hong; Ching-Sheng Chiu
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Aging of Polyethylene ADSS Sheath by Low Currents
  Rowland, S.M.; Kopsidas, K.; Xin Zhang
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Input Harmonic Estimation and Control Methods in Active Rectifiers
  Lee, K.; Blasko, V.; Jahns, T.M.; Lipo, T.A.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Impedances and Admittances of Underground Cables for the Homogeneous Earth Case
  Papadopoulos, T.A.; Tsiamitros, D.A.; Papagiannis, G.K.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Simulation Model for Lightning Overvoltages in Residences Caused by Lightning Strike to the Ground
  Sekioka, S.; Mori, K.; Fukazu, N.; Aiba, K.; Okabe, S.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• A Reduced Prony's Method in Power-Quality Analysis—Parameters Selection
  Zygarlicki, J.; Zygarlicka, M.; Mroczka, J.; Latawiec, K.J.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• The Optimization of Entering Route for Live Working on 750 kV Transmission Towers by Space Electric-Field Analysis
  Chijie Zhuang; Rong Zeng; Bo Zhang; Puxuan Zhu; Ling Wang; Jinliang He
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Study of Leakage Current Distribution in Wooden Pole Using Ladder Network Model
  Wong, K.L.; Rahmat, M.F.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• The FRTU-Based Fault-Zone Isolation Method in the Distribution Systems
  Yun-Seok Ko; Tae-Ku Kang; Hak-Yeol Park; Ho-Yong Kim; Hyo-Seong Nam
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Four-Phase AC Connections: An Alternative Possibility for the Expansion of Transmission Grids
  Mazzanti, G.; Quaia, S.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Transfer Path Stability En-hancement by Voltage-Sourced Converter-Based FACTS Controllers
  Xia Jiang; Chow, J.H.; Edris, A.-A.; Fardanesh, B.; Uzunovic, E.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• A New Approach for Allocation and Sizing of Multiple Active Power-Line Conditioners
  Ziari, I.; Jalilian, A.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Temporary Overvoltage and GPR Characteristics of Distribution Feeders With Multigrounded Neutral
  Acharya, J.R.; Yunfei Wang; Xu, W.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Reduction of Voltage Harmonics in Single Phase Inverters Using Composite Observers
  Selvajyothi, K.; Janakiraman, P.A.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Improvement of the Electric Power Quality Using Series Active and Shunt Passive Filters
  Salmeron, P.; Litran, S.P.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• New Control Scheme for a Unified Power-Quality Compensator-Q With Minimum Active Power Injection
  Woo Cheol Lee; Dong Myung Lee; Taeck Kie Lee
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• A Wildfire Model for the Estimation of the Temperature Rise of an Overhead Line Conductor
  Koufakis, E.I.; Tsarabaris, P.T.; Katsanis, J.S.; Karagiannopoulos, C.G.; Bourkas, P.D.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Power Network in Loop: A Paradigm for Real-Time Simulation and Hardware Testing
  Goyal, S.; Ledwich, G.; Ghosh, A.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Stability Modeling and Comparative Study of Series Vectorial Compensators
  Gonzalez, J.M.; Canizares, C.A.; Ramirez, J.M.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Improvement of Numerical Stability for the Computation of Transients in Lines and Cables
  Kocar, I.; Mahseredjian, J.; Olivier, G.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Real-Time Voltage Regulation in Power Distribution System Using Fuzzy Control
  Spatti, D.H.; da Silva, I.N.; Usida, W.F.; Flauzino, R.A.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Toward Voltage-Quality Regulation in Italy
  Delfanti, M.; Fumagalli, E.; Garrone, P.; Grilli, L.; Schiavo, L.L.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Feasibility Study of Leakage Current Shunting Method Based on the Ladder Network Model
  Wong, K.L.; Rahmat, M.F.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Computer Modelling and Analysis of Lightning Surges in HV Substations due to Shielding Failure
  Nowak, W.; Tarko, R.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• A Calculation Method for the Hybrid Electric Field Under UHVAC and UHVDC Transmission Lines in the Same Corridor
  Yong Yang; Jiayu Lu; Yinzhao Lei
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Computation of Transient Electromagnetic Fields Due to Switching in High-Voltage Substations
  Musa, B.U.; Wah Hoon Siew; Judd, M.D.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Nontechnical Loss Detection for Metered Customers in Power Utility Using Support Vector Machines
  Nagi, J.; Yap, K.S.; Sieh Kiong Tiong; Ahmed, S.K.; Mohamad, M.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Unifying Supply Reliability and Voltage Quality in the Representation of an Electrical System Node
  Langella, R.; Manco, T.; Testa, A.
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• A Frequency-Domain Harmonic Model for Compact Fluorescent Lamps
  Jing Yong; Liang Chen; Nassif, A.B.; Wilsun Xu
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• Power-Flow Control and Stability En-hancement of Four Parallel-Operated Offshore Wind Farms Using a Line-Commutated HVDC Link
  Li Wang; Kuo-Hua Wang; Wei-Jen Lee; Zhe Chen
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

• A Novel Fault-Location Method for HVDC Transmission Lines
  Jiale Suonan; Shuping Gao; Guobing Song; Zaibin Jiao; Xiaoning Kang
  

Discussion Deadline: 30 June 2010

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