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      Influence of Cryogenic Treatment on Wear Resistance and Microstructure of AISI A8 Tool Steel 

      Jimbert Lacha, Pedro José ORCID; Iturrondobeitia Ellacuria, Maider; Ibarretxe Uriguen, Julen; Fernández Martínez, Roberto ORCID (MDPI, 2018-12)
      The effects of deep cryogenic treatment (DCT) on the wear behavior of different tool steels have been widely reported in the scientific literature with uneven results. Some tool steels show a significant improvement in ...
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      Influence of the conductor temperature error on the overhead line ampacity monitoring systems 

      Albizu Flórez, Igor ORCID; Fernández Herrero, Elvira ORCID; Mazón Sainz-Maza, Angel Javier ORCID; Bengoechea Aresti, Janire (The Institution of Engineering and Technology, 2011-04)
      Many real time overhead line ampacity monitoring systems are based on the calculation of the wind speed. The wind speed is obtained from the conductor temperature. The conductor temperature can be measured directly or it ...
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      Joint cost of energy under an optimal economic policy of hybrid power systems subject to uncertainty 

      Díaz, Guzmán; Planas Fullaondo, Estefanía ORCID; Andreu Larrañaga, Jon ORCID; Kortabarria Iparragirre, Iñigo ORCID (Elsevier, 2015-08-01)
      Economical optimization of hybrid systems is usually performed by means of LCoE (levelized cost of energy) calculation. Previous works deal with the LCoE calculation of the whole hybrid system disregarding an important ...
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      Maximum Power Point Tracking Techniques for Photovoltaic Panel: A Review and Experimental Applications 

      Derbeli, Mohamed; Napole, Cristian; Barambones Caramazana, Oscar ORCID; Sánchez Etchegaray, Jesús María; Calvo Gordillo, Isidro; Fernández Bustamante, Pablo (MDPI, 2021-11-22)
      This article contains a review of essential control techniques for maximum power point tracking (MPPT) to be applied in photovoltaic (PV) panel systems. These devices are distinguished by their capability to transform solar ...
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      Methodology for Tuning MTDC Supervisory and Frequency-Response Control Systems at Terminal Level under Over-Frequency Events 

      Haro Larrode, Marta; Santos Mugica, Maider; Etxegarai Madina, Agurtzane; Eguía López, Pablo ORCID (MDPI, 2020-06-01)
      This paper proposes a methodology for tuning a supervisory and frequency-response outer loop control system of a multi-terminal direct current (MTDC) grid designed to transmit offshore wind energy to an onshore AC grid, ...
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      Methods for Increasing the Rating of Overhead Lines 

      Albizu Flórez, Igor ORCID; Mazón Sainz-Maza, Angel Javier ORCID; Zamora Belver, Inmaculada (IEEE, 2011-06)
      At the present time, there is great pressure to increase the power flow in existing right of ways using existing infrastructure as far as possible. In this paper, the diverse options for increasing the rating of overhead ...
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      Microtab design and implementation on a 5MW wind turbine 

      Fernández Gámiz, Unai; Zulueta Guerrero, Ekaitz; Boyano Murillo, Ana Isabel ORCID; Ramos Hernanz, José Antonio; López Guede, José Manuel ORCID (MDPI, 2017-05-24)
      Microtabs (MT) consist of a small tab placed on the airfoil surface close to the trailing edge and perpendicular to the surface. A study to find the optimal position to improve airfoil aerodynamic performance is presented. ...
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      Model for optimal management of the cooling system of a fuel cell-based combined heat and power system for developing optimization control strategies 

      Asensio De Miguel, Francisco Javier ORCID; San Martín Díaz, José Ignacio ORCID; Zamora Belver, Inmaculada; Oñederra Leyaristi, Oier ORCID (Elsevier, 2017-12-18)
      This paper is focused on the development of a model for achieving optimal control of the cooling system of a polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cell (PEMFC)-based cogeneration system. This model is developed to help facilitate ...
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      Modelling of Resistive Type Superconducting Fault Current Limiter for HVDC Grids 

      García, Guillermo; Larruskain, D. Marene; Etxegarai Madina, Agurtzane (MDPI, 2022)
      The protection of high voltage direct current (HVDC) grids is a challenge considering that the protection system must detect, locate, and interrupt large fault currents in a few milliseconds. Resistive type superconducting ...
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      Monitoring the Tension and the Temperature in an Overhead Line 

      Bedialauneta Landaribar, Miren Terese ORCID; Albizu Flórez, Igor ORCID; Fernández Herrero, Elvira ORCID; Mazón Sainz-Maza, Angel Javier ORCID; De Arriba, Susana (IEEE, 2012-03)
      The paper describes a monitoring system for the evaluation of the low sag behavior of the overhead conductors. The monitoring system measures the conductor tension and temperature. This system includes a methodology for ...
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      New chromium steel grade for creep applications 

      Callejo Piedra, Lorena María; Barbero, José Ignacio; Serna Ruiz, Mónica; Eguizabal, David; Fernández Martínez, Roberto ORCID; Jimbert Lacha, Pedro José ORCID; Calleja Saenz, Beatriz; López, Alejandra (IOP, 2022)
      In this study, a novel Chromium steel grade (COIN2) is produced as a result of a new steel composition and an innovative heat treatment. This new steel grade COIN2 evolves from the P92 steel grade and other novel steel ...
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      Noise in Electric Motors: A Comprehensive Review 

      Gonzalez, Patxi; Buigues Beraza, Garikoitz; Mazón Sainz-Maza, Angel Javier ORCID (MDPI, 2023-07-11)
      Electric machines are important devices that convert electrical energy into mechanical energy and are extensively used in a wide range of applications. Recent years have seen an increase in applications where electric ...
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      On-Line Stator Winding Fault Diagnosis in Induction Generators for Renewable Generation 

      Albizu Flórez, Igor ORCID; Tapia Otaegui, María Aranzazu; Sáenz Ruiz, Jose Ramón; Mazón Sainz-Maza, Angel Javier ORCID; Zamora Belver, Inmaculada (IEEE, 2004-05)
      Renewable generation systems are increasing its presence in electrical power systems. For this reason, it is more important than ever to count with reliable and secure generation systems. In this way, the use of on-line ...
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      Operating Point Optimization of a Hydrogen Fueled Hybrid Solid Oxide Fuel Cell-Steam Turbine (SOFC-ST) Plant 

      Ugartemendia de la Iglesia, Juan José ORCID; Ostolaza Zamora, Joseba Xabier ORCID; Zubia Olaskoaga, Itziar ORCID (MDPI, 2013-09-30)
      This paper presents a hydrogen powered hybrid solid oxide fuel cell-steam turbine (SOFC-ST) system and studies its optimal operating conditions. This type of installation can be very appropriate to complement the intermittent ...
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      Optimal Connection Voltage of Soft Open Point and Shore-to-Ship Power Converters for Enhanced Capacitive Reactive Power Operation 

      Olea Oregi, Eneko; Sánchez Ruiz, Alain; Eguía López, Pablo ORCID; Canas Acena, Javier; Legarra Basterretxea, Iraitz (IEEE, 2024-01)
      Soft Open Point and Shore-to-Ship Power applications permit to deploy smart grid infrastructure into distribution and port networks. Both are based on power electronics converters that require an optimal integration to ...
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      Optimal Coordination of PV Active Power Curtailment and EVs Charging among Aggregators 

      Cortés Borray, Andrés Felipe; Merino Fernández, Julia ORCID; Torres Iglesias, Esther; Mazón Sainz-Maza, Angel Javier ORCID (MDPI, 2020-10-15)
      With the growing adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) and residential photovoltaic (PV) systems around the world, the distribution system operators (DSOs) are facing several technical challenges on their network planning ...
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      Optimal location of distributed generation to reduce power losses 

      Barbecho Asmal, Patricio; Albizu Flórez, Igor ORCID; Bedialauneta Landaribar, Miren Terese ORCID; Fernández Herrero, Elvira ORCID; Castillo Aguirre, Paula (IEEE, 2023-09-13)
      The efficient integration of distributed electricity generation from renewable resources requires innovation in the grid. It is necessary to develop methodologies for the planning, management and operation of the distribution ...
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      Optimal Management of an Energy Community with PV and Battery-Energy-Storage Systems 

      Aranzabal Santamaria, Itxaso; Gómez Cornejo, Julen; López Ropero, Iraide; Zubiria Gómez, Ander; Mazón Sainz-Maza, Angel Javier ORCID; Feijoo Arostegui, Ane; Gaztañaga Aranzamendi, Haizea (MDPI, 2023-01-10)
      Most of current prosumer-energy-management approaches are focused on economic optimization by self-consumption maximization. Nevertheless, a lack of energy management strategies (EMS) that tackle different interaction ...
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      Optimal sizing and operation methodology for the on-board electrical generation and energy recovery system of an aircraft 

      Asensio De Miguel, Francisco Javier ORCID; San Martín Díaz, José Ignacio ORCID; Zamora Belver, Inmaculada; Oñederra Leyaristi, Oier ORCID; Saldaña Mulero, Gaizka; González Pérez, Mikel (IEEE, 2020-11-18)
      This paper focuses on a novel sizing and operation methodology for the on-board electrical generation and energy recovery system of an aircraft. The proposed operation methodology lies in the optimal management of a hydrogen ...
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      Optimized Energy Management Strategy for Wind Plants with Storage in Energy and Reserve Markets 

      González Garrido, Amaia; Villarreal, Igor; Gaztañaga, Haizea; Saez de Ibarra, Andoni; Eguía López, Pablo ORCID (IOP Publishing, 2019-05-21)
      This paper addresses the joint operation of wind plants with energy storage systemsin multiple markets to increase the value of wind energy from an economic and technical point of view. The development of an optimized ...