Publications

SmartGrid Control, Microgrid Design and Automation, Renewable Energy Technologies,

Electric Vehicle Integration, IEC 61850 Standard Modeling, IEC 62351 Cybersecurity for Power Systems

You can find the papers on IEEEXplore, Sciencedirect and (some) on Researchgate.

Researchgate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Taha_Selim_Ustun

Journal Publications


  1. Andrew Hubble and Taha Selim Ustun, “FutureGrid: Use of Microgrids in Underserved Communities”, in Development and Integration of Microgrids, Intech, August 2017 Click here for PDF
  2. Ikbal Ali, S. M. Suhail Hussain, Ashok Tak and Taha Selim Ustun, “Communication Modeling for Differential Protection in IEC 61850 Based Substations”, IEEE Transactions on Industry Applications, July 2017
  3. Taha Selim Ustun, " Experiences and Applications of Electric and Plug-in Hybrid Vehicles in Power System Networks", Smart Charging Technologies and Applications for Electric and Plug-in Hybrid Vehicles, Springer, February 2017
  4. Islam Safak Bayram and Taha Selim Ustun, “A Survey on Behind the Meter Energy Management Systems in Smart Grid”, Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, Sept. 2016, Click here for PDF
  5. Nathan Williams, Paulina Jaramillo, Jay Taneja and Taha Selim Ustun, “Enabling Private Sector Investment in Microgrid-based Rural Electrification Developing Countries: A Review”, Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, vol. 52, pp. 1268-1281, Dec. 2015. Click here for PDF
  6. Taha Selim Ustun and Reduan Khan "Multi-Terminal Hybrid Protection of Microgrids over Wireless Communication Networks“; IEEE Transactions on Power Systems, vol.6, no.5, pp.2493-2500, Sept. 2015 Click here for PDF
  7. Taha Selim Ustun, "Impacts of Electric Vehicles in “Impact of EV and V2G on Smart Grid and Renewable Energy System”, Vehicle-to-Grid: Linking Electric Vehicles to the Smart Grid, The Institution of Engineering and Technology, July 2015
  8. Taha Selim Ustun, "Computer-based Decision Making Systems for Improved Energy Access in Sub-Saharan Africa", Journal of Automation and Control Engineering, ISSN: 2301-3702, June 2015 Click here for PDF
  9. Taha Selim Ustun, Cagil Ozansoy, Aladin Zayegh, "Investigation of Electric-Vehicle Potential of Australian-Households and Impact on Smartgrid", IEEE Industrial Electronics Magazine – Special issue on Microgrids, vol.7, no.4, pp.15,25, Dec. 2013 Click here for PDF
  10. Taha Selim Ustun, Cagil Ozansoy, Aladin Zayegh, "Implementing Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) Technology With IEC 61850-7-420", Smart Grid, IEEE Transactions on, vol.4, no.2, pp.1180,1187, June 2013 Click here for PDF
  11. Taha Selim Ustun, Cagil Ozansoy, Aladin Zayegh, "Fault Current Coefficient and Time Delay Assignment for Microgrid Protection System with Central Protection Unit", Power Systems, IEEE Transactions on, vol.28, no.2, pp.598,606, May 2013 Click here for PDF
  12. Taha Selim Ustun, Cagil Ozansoy, Aladin Zayegh, " Modeling of a Centralized Microgrid Protection System and Distributed Energy Resources According to IEC 61850-7-420", Power Systems, IEEE Transactions on, vol.27, no.3, pp.1560-1567, Aug. 2012 Click here for PDF
  13. Taha Selim Ustun, Cagil Ozansoy, Aladin Zayegh, "Recent developments in microgrids and example cases around the world--A review," Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, vol. 15, pp. 4030-4041, 2011 Click here for PDF
  14. Taha Selim Ustun, Saad Mekhilef, “Design and Implementation of Static Synchronous Series Compensator with a Soft-Switching H-bridge Inverter with DSP-Based Synchronization Control”, International Review of Electrical Engineering, ISSN 1827- 6660, August 2010
  15. Taha Selim Ustun, Saad Mekhilef, “Effects of a Static Synchronous Series Compensator (SSSC) based on soft switching 48-pulse PWM inverter on the Power Demand from the Grid”, Journal of Power Electronics, JPE, January 2010
  16. Taha Selim Ustun, Saad Mekhilef, “A Quasi-resonant Soft Switching 48-pulse PWM Inverter with Closed Loop Current Control for the Realization of Static Synchronous Series Compensator (SSSC)”, Australian Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences, AJBAS July-Sept 2009, 3(3): 1814-1826
  17. Taha Selim Ustun, Saad Mekhilef, “Power Line Compensation Study of a Static Synchronous Series Compensator (SSSC) Based on Soft Switching 48-pulse PWM Inverter”, Australian Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences, AJBAS April-June 2009, 3(2): 1301-1314

Conference Publications

  1. T. S. Ustun, “The Importance of Microgrids & Renewable Energy in Meeting Energy Needs of the Brazilian Amazon”, IEEE 6th International Conference on Power and Energy (PECON 2016), 28-29 November 2016, Melaka, Malaysia
  2. T. S. Ustun, “Interoperability and Interchangeability for Microgrid Protection Systems Using IEC 61850 Standard and Its Extensions”, IEEE 6th International Conference on Power and Energy (PECON 2016), 28-29 November 2016, Melaka, Malaysia
  3. T. S. Ustun, “Overview of Grand Challenges and SmartGridResearch Framework for a Smooth Transition in Qatar’s Electrical Sector”, TENCON 2016 - 2016 IEEE Region 10 Conference, 22-25 November 2016, Marina Bay Islands, Singapore
  4. A. Hubble and T. S. Ustun, “Feasibility of Microgrid Optimization and Grid Extensionfor Rural Electrification”, TENCON 2016 - 2016 IEEE Region 10 Conference, 22-25 November 2016, Marina Bay Islands, Singapore
  5. A. Tak and T. S. Ustun, “Wireless Power Grid: Leapfrogging in power infrastructure of developing countries”, TENCON 2016 - 2016 IEEE Region 10 Conference, 22-25 November 2016, Marina Bay Islands, Singapore
  6. J. Thornburg, B. Krogh and , T. S. Ustun, "Stochastic Simulator for Smart Microgrid Planning," Seventh ACM Symposium on Computing and Development , ACM-DEV 2016, Nairobi, Kenya, 18-20 November 2016. Click here for PDF
  7. H. Keshan, J. Thornburg and T. S. Ustun, “Comparison of Lead-Acid and Lithium Ion Batteries for Stationary Storage in Off-Grid Energy Systems”, 4th International Conference on Clean Energy and Technology (CEAT), 14-15 November 2016, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  8. K. Masaba, A. Ntakirutimana and T. S. Ustun, “Design and Implementation of a Smart Irrigation System for Improved Water-Energy Efficiency”, 4th International Conference on Clean Energy and Technology (CEAT), 14-15 November 2016, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  9. P. Nsonga, S. M. Suhail Hussain, I. Ali and T. S. Ustun, “Using IEC 61850 and IEEE WAVE Standards in Ad-Hoc Networks for Electric Vehicle Charging Management”, 2016 IEEE Online Conference on Green Communications (OnlineGreenComm), 14-16 November 2016 Click here for PDF
  10. K. Masaba, A. Ntakirutimana and T. S. Ustun, “Design and Implementation of a Load Scheduling Embedded System for Off grid Solar Power Systems”, IEEE-PES Innovative SmartGrid Technologies Europe (ISGT-Europe), 9-12 October 2016, Ljubljana, Slovenia Click here for PDF
  11. R. Mbitiru, T. S. Ustun, T. Brown, “Modeling and Implementation of a Point of Sale System and Prepayment Meter Based on the IEC 62055-41 Metering Standard”, 9th EUROSIM Congress on Modelling and Simulation, EUROSIM2016, 12 - 16 September 2016, Oulu, Finland Click here for PDF
  12. V. Kagimu and T. S. Ustun, “Novel Business Models and Policy Directions based on SE4ALL Global Framework for Minigrids”, 2016 IEEE International Conference on Emerging Technologies and Innovative Business Practices for the Transformation of Societies (EmergiTech), Port Louis, Mauritius, 2-6 August 2016 Click here for PDF
  13. P. Nsonga and T. S. Ustun, “Integration of Communication Standards in Electrical Vehicle Ad-Hoc Networks for Smartgrid Support”, 2016 IEEE International Conference on Emerging Technologies and Innovative Business Practices for the Transformation of Societies (EmergiTech), Port Louis, Mauritius, 2-6 August 2016 Click here for PDF
  14. A. H. Hubble and T. S. Ustun, "Scaling renewable energy based microgrids in underserved communities: Latin America, South Asia, and Sub-Saharan Africa," 2016 IEEE PES PowerAfrica, Livingstone, Zambia, 2016, pp. 134-138. Click here for PDF
  15. J. Thornburg, T. S. Ustun and B. Krogh, "Smart microgrid operation simulator for management and electrification planning," 2016 IEEE PES PowerAfrica, Livingstone, Zambia, 2016, pp. 1-5. Click here for PDF
  16. A. Ntakirutimana and T. S. Ustun, "Implementation of smart interface subsystems for enhanced control and communication in smartgrids," 2016 IEEE PES PowerAfrica, Livingstone, Zambia, 2016, pp. 16-20. Click here for PDF
  17. Ikbal Ali, S. M. Suhail Hussain, Ashok Tak and Taha Selim Ustun, “Design and Simulation of Communication Architecture for Differential Protection in IEC 61850 Based Substations”, 12th IEEE International Conference on Electronics, Energy, Environment, Computer and Control, New Delhi, India, 17-20 December 2015 Click here for PDF
  18. Stephen Odara, Zain Khan and Taha Selim Ustun, “Optimizing Energy Use of SmartFarms with Smartgrid Integration”, 3rd IEEE International Renewable and Sustainable Energy Conference (IRSEC), Marrakesh, Morocco, 8-10 December 2015 Click here for PDF
  19. Diogene Niyigena, Concorde Habineza and Taha Selim Ustun, “Computer-based Smart Energy Management System for Rural Health Centers”, 3rd IEEE International Renewable and Sustainable Energy Conference (IRSEC), Marrakesh, Morocco, 8-10 December 2015 Click here for PDF
  20. Ashok Tak and Taha Selim Ustun, “Design of a Generic Microgrid Testbed with Novel Control and Smart Technologies”, 3rd IEEE International Renewable and Sustainable Energy Conference (IRSEC), Marrakesh, Morocco, 8-10 December 2015 Click here for PDF
  21. Diogene Niyigena, Concorde Habineza and Taha Selim Ustun, “Smart Energy Management for PV Energized Health Centers in Underserved Communities”, The 4th International Conference on Microgeneration and Related Technology, Tokyo, Japan, 28-30 October, 2015 Click here for PDF
  22. Taha Selim Ustun, Umit Cali and Mithat Kisacikoglu “Energizing Microgrids with Electric Vehicles during Emergencies - Natural Disasters, Sabotage and Warfare”, 37th IEEE International Telecommunications Energy Conference (INTELEC 2015), Osaka, Japan, 18-22 October, 2015 Click here for PDF
  23. Stephen Odara, Zain Khan and Taha Selim Ustun, “Integration of Precision Agriculture and SmartGrid technologies for Sustainable Development”, IEEE International Conference on Technological Innovations in ICT for Agriculture and Rural Development (TIAR), Madras, India, 10-12 July, 2015 Click here for PDF
  24. Jesse Thornburg, Gabriela Hug, Taha Selim Ustun, Anthony Rowe and Bruce Krogh, “Incorporating Smart-Grid Operating Strategies into Off-Grid Electrification Planning”, 2015 SIAM Conference on Control and Its Applications (CT15), Paris, France, 8-10 July, 2015
  25. Saqib Rehan Ayyubi, Yuan Mio and Taha Selim Ustun, “Agent Based Approach for Notifying AC Loads in Homes for Better Grid Planning in Smart Grids”,10th IEEE Conference on Industrial Electronics and Applications (ICIEA 2015), Auckland, New Zealand, June 15, 2015 Click here for PDF
  26. Samuel A. Ilupeju, Freddie L. Inambao, Ntumba M. Mutombo, and Taha Selim Ustun “Small Hydro- Power For Sustainable Energy Generation In Africa- Pumped Storage Hybrid System Case Study”, Domestic Use of Energy Conference (DUE), 2015 Proceedings of the 11th, Cape Town, South Africa, 30 March - 1 April 2015
  27. Paul Buchana, Taha Selim Ustun, “The Role of Microgrids & Renewable Energy in Addressing Sub-Saharan Africa’s Current and Future Energy Needs”, IEEE International Renewable Energy Congress (IREC), Sousse, Tunisia, 26-28 March 2015 Click here for PDF
  28. Jean Pierre Murenzi, Taha Selim Ustun, “The Case for Microgrids in Electrifying Sub-Saharan Africa”, IEEE International Renewable Energy Congress (IREC), Sousse, Tunisia, 26-28 March 2015 Click here for PDF
  29. Abdurrahman Hadbah, Taha Selim Ustun, Akhtar Kalam, "Using IEDScout Software for Managing Multivendor IEC61850 IEDs in Substation Automation Systems", Smart Grid Communications (SmartGridComm), 2014 IEEE International Conference on, 3 – 5 November 2014, Venice, Italy Click here for PDF
  30. Taha Selim Ustun, “Modeling Electrical Networks with Object Oriented Data Structures for Smart Control”, Industrial and Commercial Use of Energy Conference (ICUE), 2014 Proceedings of the 11th , Cape Town, South Africa, 18-20 Aug. 2014 Click here for PDF
  31. Taha Selim Ustun, Bruce Krogh, “Building a Truly Smart Grid: What Can We Do When There Is No Legacy System?”, 2013 National Workshop on Energy Cyber-Physical Systems, National Science Foundation (NSF), Washington D.C., December 2013
  32. Taha Selim Ustun, Reduan Khan, Abdurrahman Hadbah, Akhtar Kalam, Jamil Khan " An Adaptive Microgrid Protection Scheme Based on a Wide-Area Smart Grid Communications Network“; 5th IEEE Latin-American Conference on Communications 2013, 24-26 November, Santiago – Chile Click here for PDF
  33. Reduan Khan, Taha Selim Ustun, Jamil Khan, "Differential protection of microgrids over a WiMAX network", Smart Grid Communications (SmartGridComm), 2013 IEEE International Conference on , vol., no., pp.732,737, 21-24 Oct. 2013 Click here for PDF
  34. Taha Selim Ustun, Abdurrahman Hadbah, Akhtar Kalam, "Interoperability and Interchangeability Considerations in Microgrids Employing IEC 61850 Standard“; IEEE International Conference on Smart Grid Engineering (SGE’13) 28-30 August, 2013 UOIT, Oshawa, Canada Click here for PDF
  35. Taha Selim Ustun, Cagil Ozansoy, Aladin Zayegh, "Differential Protection of Microgrids with Central Protection Unit Support," IEEE TENCON Spring 2013 Conference in Sydney Australia, 17-19 April 2013 Click here for PDF
  36. Taha Selim Ustun, Cagil Ozansoy, Aladin Zayegh, "Modeling and Simulation of a Microgrid Protection System with Central Protection Unit," IEEE TENCON Spring 2013 Conference in Sydney Australia, 17-19 April 2013 Click here for PDF
  37. Taha Selim Ustun, Cagil Ozansoy, Aladin Zayegh, " Simulation of Communication Infrastructure of a Centralized Microgrid Protection System Based on IEC 61850-7-420," in Third IEEE International Conference on Smart Grid Communications (SmartGridComm), Tainan City, Taiwan, November 2012. Click here for PDF
  38. Jarred Wentzel, Taha Selim Ustun, Cagil Ozansoy, and Aladin Zayegh; “Investigation of Micro-Grid Behavior While Operating Under Various Network Conditions"; IEEE International Conference on Smart Grid Engineering (SGE’12) 27-29 August, 2012 UOIT, Oshawa, Canada Click here for PDF
  39. Taha Selim Ustun, Cagil Ozansoy, and Aladin Zayegh; “Extending IEC 61850-7-420 for Distributed Generators with Fault Current Limiters”; Innovative Smart Grid Technologies Conference ASIA (ISGT Asia), 2011 IEEE PES, Perth, Australia, 13-17 Nov., 2011 Click here for PDF
  40. Taha Selim Ustun, Cagil Ozansoy, Aladin Zayegh, "Implementation of Dijkstra’s Algorithm in a Dynamic Microgrid for Relay Hierarchy Detection," in Second IEEE International Conference on Smart Grid Communications (SmartGridComm), Belgium, 2011. Click here for PDF
  41. Taha Selim Ustun, Cagil Ozansoy, Aladin Zayegh, "Distributed Energy Resources (DER) Object Modeling with IEC 61850-7-420," in Power Engineering Conference, AUPEC. Australasian Universities, 2011. Click here for PDF
  42. Taha Selim Ustun, Cagil Ozansoy, Aladin Zayegh, "A microgrid protection system with central protection unit and extensive communication," in Environment and Electrical Engineering (EEEIC), 2011 10th International Conference on, 2011, pp. 1-4 Click here for PDF
  43. Taha Selim Ustun, Cagil Ozansoy, Aladin Zayegh, "A central microgrid protection system for networks with fault current limiters," in Environment and Electrical Engineering (EEEIC), 2011 10th International Conference on, 2011, pp. 1-4. Click here for PDF
  44. Taha Selim Ustun, Saad Mekhilef, “A Quasi-Resonant Soft Switching 48-pulse PWM inverter with closed loop current control for the realization of FACTS devices”, Proceedings of Australasian Universities Power Engineering Conference AUPEC ‘08 , Sydney, Australia, December 2008