American Journal of Electrical Power and Energy Systems

Volume 10, Issue 2, March 2021

  • Detailed Dynamic Modeling, Control, and Analysis of a Grid-Connected Variable Speed SCIG Wind Energy Conversion System

    Samuel Wanjoeh, Ghadir Radman

    Issue: Volume 10, Issue 2, March 2021
    Pages: 15-24
    Received: 3 February 2021
    Accepted: 9 April 2021
    Published: 23 April 2021
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    Abstract: Wind energy as a renewable energy source continues to be a better alternative to fossil-fuel based generation due to its low cost and environmental benefits. While considerable research efforts have been focused on modeling and control of grid connected variable speed squirrel cage induction generator (SCIG) wind energy conversion systems (WECS), c... Show More
  • Assessment of Power Compeers Prospective of Gobecho Micro Hydropower Plant on Ganga River, Genale Dawa River Basin, Ethiopia

    Abebe Temesgen Ayalew

    Issue: Volume 10, Issue 2, March 2021
    Pages: 25-31
    Received: 5 February 2021
    Accepted: 24 March 2021
    Published: 26 April 2021
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    Abstract: Micro hydropower helps the rural areas to supply power with off grid electrification. This study deals with the design of micro hydropower scheme in Gobecho kebele, Genale Dawa river basin, Ethiopia. The site for the construction of diversion weir is located upstream of the Ganga river in the kebele. The design were implemented based on the availab... Show More