Technical Areas: The technical areas covered in the IEEE Transactions on Power Systems 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 August 2010 issue, links to their abstracts, and the discussion deadline.

• Power Engineering Education
• Power System Analysis, Computing, and Economics
• Power System Dynamic Performance
• Power System Operations
• Power System Planning and Implementation

• A Lab Setup Illustrating Thyristor-Assisted Under-Load Tap Changers
  Monroy-Berjillos, D.; Gomez-Exposito, A.; Bachiller-Soler, A.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

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• A Two-Tier Matrix Game Approach for Obtaining Joint Bidding Strategies in FTR and Energy Markets
  B abayigit, C.; Rocha, P.; Das, T. K.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Step-by-Step Eigenvalue Analysis With EMTP Discrete-Time Solutions
  Hollman, J. A.; Marti, J. R.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• A Reduced-Space Interior Point Method for Transient Stability Constrained Optimal Power Flow
  Jiang, Q.; Geng, G.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Long-Term Effects of Feed-In Tariffs and Carbon Taxes on Distribution Systems
  Wong, S.; Bhattacharya, K.; Fuller, J. D.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Node-Depth Encoding and Multiobjective Evolutionary Algorithm Applied to Large-Scale Distribution System Reconfiguration
  Santos, A. C.; Delbem, A. C. B.; London, Jr., J. B. A.; Bretas, N. G.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Intelligent Hybrid Wavelet Models for Short-Term Load Forecasting
  Pandey, A. S.; Singh, D.; Sinha, S. K.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Multiobjective Optimization and Fuzzy Logic Applied to Planning of the Volt/Var Problem in Distributions Systems
  de Souza, B. A.; de Almeida, A. M. F.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Mechanical State Estimation of Overhead Transmission Lines Using Tilt Sensors
  Malhara, S.; Vittal, V.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Neural Network-Based Approach for ATC Estimation Using Distributed Computing
  Pandey, S. N.; Pandey, N. K.; Tapaswi, S.; Srivastava, L.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Electromagnetic Model of High Speed Railway Lines for Power Quality Studies
  Brenna, M.; Foiadelli, F.; Zaninelli, D.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Investigation on Limit Surfaces in Space Spanned by Generation Parameter
  Xiong, N.; Cheng, H.; Yao, L.; Gu, Y.; Ma, Z.; Zhu, Z.; Zhang, J.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Reliability Evaluation of Equipment and Substations With Fuzzy Markov Processes
  Ge, H.; Asgarpoor, S.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• A Recursive Bayesian Approach for Identification of Network Configuration Changes in Distribution System State Estimation
  Singh, R.; Manitsas, E.; Pal, B. C.; Strbac, G.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Welfare Effects of Expansions in Equilibrium Models of an Electricity Market With Fuel Network
  Ryan, S. M.; Downward, A.; Philpott, A. B.; Zakeri, G.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• A Self-Adaptive RBF Neural Network Classifier for Transformer Fault Analysis
  Meng, K.; Dong, Z. Y.; Wang, D. H.; Wong, K. P.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• A Stochastic Fluid Flow Model of the Operation and Maintenance of Power Generation Systems
  Bean, G.; O'Reilly, M. M.; Sargison, J. E.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Coordination of Investor-Owned DG Capacity Growth in Distribution Systems
  Wong, S.; Bhattacharya, K.; Fuller, J. D.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Application of a Joint Deterministic-Probabilistic Criterion to Wind Integrated Bulk Power System Planning
  Billinton, R.; Gao, Y.; Karki, R.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Load Calibration and Model Validation Methodologies for Power Distribution Systems
  Liang, Y.; Tam, K.-S.; Broadwater, R.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Energy and Transmission Allocation in the Presence of Overlapping Electricity Markets
  Marinakis, A.; Bakirtzis, A. G.; Van Cutsem, T.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Analysis of Pricing and Volumes in Selective Capacity Markets
  Soder, L.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Applications of Stability-Constrained Optimal Power Flow in the East China System
  Xin, H.; Gan, D.; Huang, Z.; Zhuang, K.; Cao, L.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Large-Scale Market Power Modeling: Analysis of the U.S. Eastern Interconnection and Regulatory Applications
  Helman, U.; Hobbs, B. F.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Direct Load Control (DLC) Considering Nodal Interrupted Energy Assessment Rate (NIEAR) in Restructured Power Systems
  Wu, Q.; Wang, P.; Goel, L.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Min-Max Fair Power Flow Tracing for Transmission System Usage Cost Allocation: A Large System Perspective
  Rao, M. S. S.; Soman, S. A.; Chitkara, P.; Gajbhiye, R. K.; Hemachandra, N.; Menezes, B. L.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• An Iterative LMP Calculation Method Considering Loss Distributions
  Hu, Z.; Cheng, H.; Yan, Z.; Li, F.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Proposed Shunt Rounding Technique for Large-Scale Security Constrained Loss Minimization
  Macfie, P. J.; Taylor, G. A.; Irving, M. R.; Hurlock, P.; Wan, H.-B.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• A New Quantum-Inspired Binary PSO: Application to Unit Commitment Problems for Power Systems
  Jeong, Y.-W.; Park, J.-B.; Jang, S.-H.; Lee, K. Y.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Construction of Optimal Prediction Intervals for Load Forecasting Problems
  Khosravi, A.; Nahavandi, S.; Creighton, D.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Optimal Bidding Strategies for Thermal and Generic Programming Units in the Day-Ahead Electricity Market
  Heredia, F.-J.; Rider, M. J.; Corchero, C.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• A Hybrid Model for Day-Ahead Price Forecasting
  Wu, L.; Shahidehpour, M.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• A Robust Algorithm for Power System State Estimation With Equality Constraints
  Korres, G. N.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

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Power System Dynamic Performance

• Novel Dynamic Representation and Control of Power Systems With FACTS Devices
  Mehraeen, S.; Jagannathan, S.; Crow, M. L.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Dynamical Behavior Comparison Between Variable Speed and Synchronous Machines With PSS
  Padoan, Jr., A. C.; Kawkabani, B.; Schwery, A.; Ramirez, C.; Nicolet, C.; Simond, J.-J.; Avellan, F.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Online Monitoring of Voltage Stability Margin Using an Artificial Neural Network
  Zhou, D. Q.; Annakkage, U. D.; Rajapakse, A. D.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Voltage Stability Probabilistic Assessment in Composite Systems: Modeling Unsolvability and Controllability Loss
  Rodrigues, A. B.; Prada, R. B.; da Silva, M. G.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• SIMD-Based Large-Scale Transient Stability Simulation on the Graphics Processing Unit
  Jalili-Marandi, V.; Dinavahi, V.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Risk Estimation of Critical Time to Voltage Instability Induced by Saddle-Node Bifurcation
  Perninge, M.; Knazkins, V.; Amelin, M.; Soder, L.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Decision Tree-Based Preventive and Corrective Control Applications for Dynamic Security Enhancement in Power Systems
  Genc, I.; Diao, R.; Vittal, V.; Kolluri, S.; Mandal, S.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• A New Method for Obtaining Critical Clearing Time for Transient Stability
  Yorino, N.; Priyadi, A.; Kakui, H.; Takeshita, M.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• A Sequential Conic Programming Approach for the Coordinated and Robust Design of Power System Stabilizers
  Jabr, R. A.; Pal, B. C.; Martins, N.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Adaptive Voltage Control With Distributed Energy Resources: Algorithm, Theoretical Analysis, Simulation, and Field Test Verification
  Li, H.; Li, F.; Xu, Y.; Rizy, D. T.; Kueck, J. D.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Combined Cycle Unit Controllers Modification for Improved Primary Frequency Regulation
  Carmona, S.; Rios, S.; Pena, H.; Raineri, R.; Nakic, G.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Generalized Dynamic VSC MTDC Model for Power System Stability Studies
  Cole, S.; Beerten, J.; Belmans, R.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

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• Sharing of Profit From Coordinated Operation Planning and Bidding of Hydro and Wind Power
  Zima-Bockarjova, M.; Matevosyan, J.; Zima, M.; Soder, L.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Security-Constrained Generation and Transmission Outage Scheduling With Uncertainties
  Wu, L.; Shahidehpour, M.; Fu, Y.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• PTDF-Based Automatic Restoration Path Selection
  Wang, C.; Vittal, V.; Kolluri, V. S.; Mandal, S.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• A Variable-Dimension Optimization Approach to Unit Commitment Problem
  Pappala, V. S.; Erlich, E.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Minimum Emission Dispatch Constrained by Stochastic Wind Power Availability and Cost
  Liu, X.; Xu, W.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

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• Economic Transmission Augmentation With Explicit Modeling of the Competition Benefit
  Hesamzadeh, M. R.; Biggar, D. R.; Hosseinzadeh, N.; Wolfs, P. J.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Transmission Switching in Expansion Planning
  Khodaei, A.; Shahidehpour, M.; Kamalinia, S.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• A Constructive Heuristic Algorithm for Distribution System Planning
  Lavorato, M.; Rider, M. J.; Garcia, A. V.; Romero, R.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• Promoting the Investment on IPPs for Optimal Grid Planning
  Tor, O. B.; Guven, A. N.; Shahidehpour, M.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• On the Influence of Weather Forecast Errors in Short-Term Load Forecasting Models
  Fay, D.; Ringwood, J. V.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

• A Risk-Based Approach for Transmission Network Expansion Planning Under Deliberate Outages
  Arroyo, J. M.; Alguacil, N.; Carrion, M.

Discussion Deadline: 31 October 2010

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