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Centre for Environmental Information Technology (EIT) 3106
Phone: 519-888-4567 ext. 33757
E-mail:Ìým.salama@ece.uwaterloo.ca

Magdy Salama's Curiculum Vitae (PDF)

Teaching and supervision

Office hours:ÌýBy appointment (email or call)

Courses:

ECE = Electrical and Computer Engineering

• ECE 6617PD: Asset Management and Risk Assessment of Power Systems
• ECE 6616PD: Electric Safety and Grounding System Design
• ECE 6605PD: Power System Protection
• ECE 668: Distribution System Engineering
• ECE 760: Power System Transients
• ECE 126Ìý: Introduction to Electrostatics, Magnetism and Electronics
• Mechanical Engineering (ME) 269Ìý: Electromechanical Devices and Power Processing

Graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and visitors

A) Former students

• M. Elnashar, PhD 2011, Enabling high wind penetration in electrical grids.
• A. Abu Elanien, PhD 2011,ÌýTransformer health assessment and techno-economic end of life evaluation
• M. Mukerji, MASc 2011, Optimal siting and sizing of solar photovoltaic distributed generation to minimize loss, present value of future asset upgrades and peak demand costs on a real distribution feeder
• G. Gilbert, PhD 2010, GroundingÌýsystem design
• Y. Alhazmi, MASc 2010, Allocating power quality monitors in electrical distribution systems to measure
• R. Xu, MASc 2010, An information tracking approach to the segmentation of prostates in ultrasound imaging
• W. Omran, PhD 2010, Performance analysis of grid-connected photovoltaic systems.
• N. Rahman, MASc 2009, Energy storage solutions for wind generator connected distribution systems in rural Ontario.
• J. Maggard, MASc 2009, Automation of sleep staging.
• W. Moussa, M.Sc 2009, A multiprocessor application driven platform based on field programmable gate array (FGPA)Ìýtechnology.
• S. Zhang, MASc 2008, Classification of sleep staging for Narcolepsy assistive device.
• M. Wahba, MASc 2008, An automated modified region growing techniques for prostate segmentation in trans-rectal ultrasound images.
• T. El-Fouly, PhD 2007, Wind farms production: Control and prediction.
• M. El-Dery, PhD 2007, Retrofit control to prevent ASD nuisance tripping due to power quality problems.
• F. Sahba, PhD 2007, Reinforced segmentation of images containing one object of interest".
• S. Rahnamyan, PhD 2007, Opposition based differential evolution.
• G. Awad, PhD, 2007, Knowledge based prostate segmentation and regions of interest detection in transrectal ultrasound images.
• C. Lawrence, MASc 2007, Improving fuel economy via management of auxiliary loads in fuel-cell electric vehicles.
• A. Lueng, MASc 2007, Predictive maintenance of circuit breakers.
• S. Mohamed, PhD 2006, Integrated feature analysis for prostate tissue characterization using TRUS images.
• H. Zeneldien, PhD, 2006, Distributed generation micro-grid operation: Control, protection, and electricity market operation.
• P. Hapuarachchi, MASc, 2006, Feature selection and artifact removal in sleep stage classification.
• A. Salib, MASc, 2006, Voltage sag ride-through for inverter-based load.
• C.Yiu, MASc, 2006, Voltage sag localization for power distribution system.
• S. Gabran, MASc, 2006, Design and optimization methodology of sub-dermal electroencephalography dry spike-array electrode.
• M. Wei, MASc 2005, Energy management of hybrid electric vehicles.
• Q. Trinh, M.Eng., 2005, Reactive power control.
• W. El-Khattam, PhD, 2004, Power delivery system planning implementing distribution generation.
• A. El-Nady, PhD, 2004, Novel control strategies for voltage source converter based mitigating devices to improve the voltage quality.
• M. Marie, PhD, 2004, Novel control algorithms for invert based custom power conditioners.
• J. Liu, PhD, 2004, A Study of distributed energy recourses and RF triggered high temperature superconductive current switches.
• J. Li, MASc 2004, An automated malignant tumor localization algorithm for prostate cancer detection in trans-rectal ultrasound images.
• Q. Xu, MASc 2004, Statistical Significance Test-Based Feature Selection for Neural Network Classification Used in Mass Spectrometry-Based Proteomic Pattern Analysis for Prostate Cancer Detection.
• T. Abdel Galil, PhD, 2003, Automated recognition system for power quality disturbances.
• E. Hui, MASc, 2003, Region-based feature extraction of prostate ultrasound images: A knowledge based approach using fuzzy inference
• B. Chui, MASc, 2003, A new segmentation algorithm for prostate boundary detection in 2D ultrasound images.
• E. Ibrahim, MASc, 2003, Investigation of manufacturing tolerance effects on mass production filters.
• S. Ahmed, MASc, 2002, Automated frequency dependent network equivalence utilizing maple.
• K. Sreenivasachar, PhD 2001, Unified power flow controller: modeling, stability analysis, control strategy and control system design.
• A. Gaouda,. PhD 2001, Wavelet-automated recognition system for power quality monitoring.
• R. El Shatshat, PhD 2001, A novel modular approach to active power-line harmonic filtering in distribution systems.
• H. Ng, PhD, 1999, A novel and practical approach to distribution system performance enhancement using a fuzzy capacitor application method.
• E.F. El-Saadany, PhD, 1998, Power quality improvement for distribution systems under non-linear conditions.
• J. Levine, MASc, 1998, Secondary fault current calculation.
• D. Bouchard, PhD, 1997, Towards loss minimization in distribution systems using AI: the WATDIST algorithm.
• Y. Lui, PhD, 1997, Space charge distribution measurements in polymers by an improved pulsed electro-acoustic method.
• Y.G. Hegazy, PhD, 1996, Identification of harmonic current characteristics in electric distribution systems.
• R.J. Sarfi, PhD, 1996, Reduction of distribution system losses and improvement of service quality: a novel application based upon a coupling of knowledge based and numerical methods.
• S. Fouda, PhD, 1996, A new hybrid technique for harmonic suppression in distribution systems.
• B. Lian, PhD, 1995, A flexible frequency window approach to the power transmission line fault location algorithm.
• A. Ibrahim, MASc, 1995, Frequency dependent network equivalents for alternating current (AC) power systems.
• A. Mathias, MASc, 1995, Digital simulation of static volt-ampere reactive (VAR) system using the electromagnetic transient analysis program (EMTP).
• M. Wadie, MASc 1995, A novel comprehensive approach for distribution system planning.
• A Dastaviz, MASc, 1994, Partial discharge in solid insulating materials: detection and analysis.
• A. Mazroua, MASc, 1993, Pattern based partial discharge diagnosis system using neural networks.
• T. El-Sheikh, PhD, 1991, Underground transmission theory and technology of high voltage cables.
• E.A. Aliem, MASc, 1990, Optimum design of interior lighting systems.
• M.H. Fahmy, MASc, 1990, Optimum design of cathodic protection systems.
• H.M. Mostafa, MASc, 1989, Electric load forecasting using different methods suitable to Egyptian network.
• M..M. Sallam, MASc, 1988, Tracking of electric insulating materials.
• M.M. Ahmed, MASc, 1988, Optimum allocation for static and switched capacitors on primary feeders.
• H.K. Temraz, MASc, 1988, Studying of fault current limiter devices.
• A.M. El-Harras, MASc, 1987, Field calculations and corona discharges on high voltage lines.
• M. Abd. El Hamid, MASc 1987, Electromagnetic interference from high power high voltage equipment.
• T.S. Abd El Salam, MASc, 1986, Dynamic reactive power control for distribution feeder.
• M. El-Desoky, MASc, 1986, Transient analysis of three phase induction machines.
• M.M. Rizk, MASc, 1982, Partial discharge measurements.
• T. El-Sheikh, MASc, 1981, Calculation of electric fields in belted cables.
• El. Abaseiry Mahmod, MASc, 1981, Reactive power control for distribution system.

B) Current students

• N. Rajaei, PhD
• H. Aly, PhD
• M. Elonsahy, PhD
• A. eltantawy, PhD
• A. Awad, PhD
• S. Rotby, PhD
• A. Alsumaiti, PhD
• Y. Alhazmi, PhD
• M. Ibrahim, PhD
• M. Ahmed, PhD
• M. El-Khatib, PhD
• M. Eldein, PhD
• J. Saad, PhD
• K. Wong, PhD
• S. Gabran, PhD
• R. Hasan, PhD
• C. Yiu, PhD
• A. Almutairi, MASc
• M. Mansour, MASc
• M. Alotaibi, MASc
• H. Ibrahim, MASc
• H. Aldhubaid, MASc
• A. Zein Alabedin, MASc

C)ÌýSupervision of post-graduate assistance (September 1990-present)

• Dr A. Gouda, June 2008 July 2008, Assistance prof, American University, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates (UAE).
• Dr A. El-Hag, June 2008 Aug. 2008, Assistance prof, American University, Sharjah, UAE.
• Dr A. Nafeh, Sept. 2007- Oct. 2008, Postdoctoral, Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ, À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ, Canada.
• Dr R. El-Sharkhawy, June 2007- Sept 2007, Assistance Professor, Arabic Academy of Science, Cairo, Egypt.
• Dr S. Ghania, July 2006- Nov. 2007, Assistant Professor, Banha University, Egypt.
• Dr M. Bacheit, April 2005- July 2005, Postdoctoral, Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ, À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ, Canada.
• Dr M. Marei, May 2004- 2006, Postdoctoral Fellow, Mechanical Engineering Department, University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ, À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ, Canada.
• Dr A. El-Hag, Jan. 2004- Aug. 2004, Postdoctoral Fellow, Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ, À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ, Canada.
• Dr T. Abdel-Galil, Sept. 2003- Aug. 2004, Post Doctoral Fellow, Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ, À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ, Canada.
• Mr. E. Hui, Feb. 2004 April 2004, Research Assistance Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ, À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ, Ontario.
• Mr. M. Ibrahim, March 2004- Feb. 2005, Visiting Research Scholar, NABC0, Abu-Dabi, United Arab Emirates.
• Dr R. El-Sharkhawy, July 2003- Sept 2003, Assistance Professor, National Standards Institute, Cairo, Egypt.
• Mr. B. Chui, May 2003- Sept. 2003, Research Assistance, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ, À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ, Ontario.
• Dr N. Sahoo, April 2002- April 2003, Post Doctoral Fellow, Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ, À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ, Canada.
• Dr K. Nigim, September 2001- August 2003, Visiting Research Associate, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ, À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ, Ontario.
• Dr Y. Hegazy, June 2000- Sept. 2000, Visiting Assistance Professor, Department of Electrical Technology, Riyadh College of Technology, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
• Ms. Liu Jie, Oct. 1999- Sept. 2000, Visiting Scholar, Sischuan Union University, Chengdu, China.
• Dr E.F. El-Saadany, June 1999- Sept. 1999, Visiting Assistant Professor, Electrical Power and Machines Department, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt.
• Dr Ke Liu, August 1999- July 2000, Post Doctoral Fellow, Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ, À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ, Canada.
• S. Kanoun, May 1999-Sept. 1999, Research Associate, Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ, À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ, Canada.
• Mr. M. Ibrahim, March 1999- Feb. 2000, Visiting Research Scholar, NABC0, Abu-Dabi, United Arab Emirates.
• Dr E.F. El-Saadany, July 1998- June 1999, Post Doctoral Fellow, Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ, À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ, Canada.
• Dr M. El Sherbiny, July 1993- June 1995, Senior Research Fellow, (co-supervision with prof Chow), Electrical and Computer Eng. Department, University of Alexandria, Egypt.
• Dr G. Djogo, Jan. 1994- Sept. 1994, Post Doctoral Fellow, (co- supervision with prof J.D. Cross), Electrical and Computer Eng. Dept, University of waterloo, À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ, Canada.
• Dr Y. Mizuno, June 1992- March 1993, Research Associate, Department of Electrical and Electronic Eng., Toyohashi University of Technology, Tempaku-Chu, Toyohashi, Japan.
• Dr H. K. Temraz, July 1993- Sept. 1993, Research fellow, Electrical Power and Machines Department, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt.
• Mr. T. Brincourt, July 1992- October 1993, Research Engineer, The Electrotechnical Group, Electricite de France (EDF), France.

Research interests

Areas

• Distribution system analysis
  • Distribution system planning
  • Load farcasting
  • Substation engineering
  • Distribution system performance analysis
  • Reactive power control
  • Distribution system protection
  • Distribution system reliability
• Power quality analysis
  • Power quality performance benchmarking
  • Power quality monitoring protocols
  • Power quality detection and identification
  • Power quality source identification
  • Power quality monitoring device locations in the distribution system
• Smart grid analysis
  • Load management advisory service for smart meters
  • Large area power quality monitoring and classification
  • Automatic fault detection and system restoration in smart systems
  • Decision assistive models for distribution systems asset management
  • Impact of distributed generation on smart grid operation and protection
  • Communication protocols and information technology (IT) infrastructure for smart grid
• Renewable energy analysis
  • Solar energy
  • Wind energy
  • Fuel mix analysis
  • Renewable energy penetration analysis
  • Storage system design and analysis
• Power system asset management and riskÌýanalysis
  • Transformer techno-economic replacement and end of life analysis
  • Transformer outage probability distribution analysis
  • Transmission lines condition monitoring and health assessment
  • Transmission lines decision support system (DSS) for the analysis and prioritization of asset sustainment investment
  • Circuit breaker condition monitoring and health analysis
  • Circuit breaker risk and uncertainty modeling for asset sustainment analysis
• Grounding system analysis
  • Substation grounding design and analysis
  • Transient aspect in grounding systems
  • Stray voltage measurements and analysis

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