Intelligent Methods in Electrical Power Systems

Book excerpt: This book provides a comprehensive review of the latest developments in optimization based learning algorithms within the field of electrical engineering. It covers various power system applications including efficient power system operation, load forecasting, fault analysis, home automation and efficient smart grid management. Each application is accompanied by case studies and a literature review in self-contained chapters. The book is dedicated to study the effectiveness of intelligent methods in addressing the power system problems and its mitigation using optimization algorithms. It discusses several optimization algorithms such as random forest algorithm, metaheuristic algorithm, scaled conjugate gradient descent algorithm, artificial bee colony algorithm etc. and their usability in intelligent decision makers for the various optimization problems in electrical engineering. This timely book serves as a practical guide and reference sources for students, researchers and professionals.