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Journal : Bulletin of Electrical Engineering and Informatics

Optimizing EV charging stations: a simulation-based approach to performance and grid integration Sanchez Diaz, William Fabián; Vargas, Jonatan Tolosa; Martinez, Fredy
Bulletin of Electrical Engineering and Informatics Vol 13, No 4: August 2024
Publisher : Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.11591/eei.v13i4.8027

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This study addresses the optimization of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, focusing on enhancing performance and grid integration through a comprehensive simulation approach. By employing advanced simulation tools in Simulink® and MATLAB®, alongside electrical installation planning with SIMARIS®, we meticulously analyze the charging process, infrastructure requirements, and their implications on the power grid. Our results demonstrate significant improvements in charging station efficiency and reliability, highlighting the effectiveness of our proposed control strategies and harmonic mitigation techniques. Notably, the integration of renewable energy sources emerges as a pivotal factor in reducing operational costs and carbon emissions, furthering the sustainability of EV charging solutions. The research delineates the environmental benefits, emphasizing the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and enhancement of urban air quality, pivotal in the global shift towards cleaner transportation modes. This work contributes valuable insights into the design and grid integration of EV charging stations, offering a scalable model for future infrastructure development. It serves as a critical resource for engineers, policymakers, and stakeholders in the realm of electric mobility, advocating for a strategic transition to EVs supported by robust and efficient charging infrastructure.
Integrating low-cost vision for autonomous tracking in assistive robots Martínez, Fredy; Martínez, Fernando; Penagos, Cristian
Bulletin of Electrical Engineering and Informatics Vol 14, No 3: June 2025
Publisher : Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.11591/eei.v14i3.9242

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This study presents the implementation of a real-time tracking system for the ARMOS TurtleBot, a robot designed for assistive applications in domestic environments. The system integrates two OmniVision 7670 (OV7670) camera modules positioned 7 cm apart to emulate human-like stereoscopic vision, enabling depth perception and three-dimensional object tracking. An embedded system platform 32-bit (ESP32) microcontroller captures and processes images from both cameras, calculates disparities, and transmits data to a Raspberry Pi via WebSockets. The Raspberry Pi, equipped with robot operating system (ROS), performs further analysis using open computer vision (OpenCV) and visualizes results in real-time with ROS visualization (RViz), allowing the robot to autonomously track moving objects such as humans or pets. Key optimizations, including image resolution reduction and data filtering, were implemented to enhance processing efficiency within the hardware constraints. The proposed approach demonstrates the feasibility of low-cost, real-time object tracking in assistive robotics, highlighting its potential for applications that require humanrobot interaction in dynamic indoor settings. This work contributes to the field by providing a practical solution for integrating stereoscopic vision and real-time decision-making capabilities into small-scale robots, promoting further research and development in affordable robotic assistance systems.