Dr. Manas Ranjan Nayak

Particularly interested in real-world driven problem-solving. Related research topics include: Current : Renewable energy Integration, Energy Storage, Electric Vehicle, Energy management and Intelligent control in smart distribution grid. Past : Evolutionary optimization, Optimal power flow,Optimal DG placement, Optimal Phasor Measurement Unit (PMU) placement.

Kumari Kasturi , M. R. Nayak and C.K.Nayak “PV/BESS to support electric vehicle charging station integration in a capacity constrained power distribution grid using MCTLBO”, Scientia Iranica , Accepted Paper in Press., 2018. Science citation index expanded (SCIE) & Scopus indexed .
Kumari Kasturi , C.K.Nayak and M. R. Nayak “Impacts of PV integrated Smart Charging Facilities for Electric Vehicles Enabling G2V & V2G in Distribution Network”, Electric Power Components and Systems , Accepted Paper in Press., 2018. Science citation index expanded (SCIE) & Scopus indexed .
Kumari Kasturi and M. R. Nayak “Multi-objective MCTLBO approach to allocate renewable energy system (PV/BESS) in electricity grid: assessing grid benefits” International Journal of Energy Technology and Policy, Accepted Paper in Press., 2018, Scopus indexed.
Kumari Kasturi and M. R. Nayak , “Assessment of techno-economic benefits for smart charging scheme of electric vehicle in residential distribution system”, Turkish Journal of Electrical Engineering & Computer Sciences, Accepted Paper in Press, DOI: 10.3906/elk-1801-34, 2018 , Science citation index expanded (SCIE), Web of Science & Scopus indexed.
C. K. Nayak, K. Kasturi and M.R.Nayak,“ Electric Vehicles Management Enabling G2V & V2G in Smart Distribution System for Maximizing Profits using MOMVO”, International Transaction on Electrical Energy Systems, Accepted Paper in Press., 2018, Science citation index expanded (SCIE) & Scopus indexed .
C.K.Nayak , K. Kasturi and M.R.Nayak,“ Economical Management of Microgrid for Optimal Participation in Electricity Market ” , Journal of Energy Storage - Elsevier, Vol.21, February, pp. 657 - 664, 2019 , Scopus indexed.
C. K. Nayak, M. R. Nayak & R. Behera ,“Simple moving average based capacity optimization for VRLA battery in PV power smoothing application using MCTLBO” , Journal of Energy Storage - Elsevier, Vol.17, June, pp. 20 - 28, 2018 , Scopus indexed.
C.K.Nayak & M.R.Nayak , “Techno-economic analysis of a grid-connected PV and battery energystorage system considering time of use pricing” , Turkish Journal of Electrical Engineering & Computer Sciences, Vol.26, No.1, pp. 318 - 329, 2018 ,Science citation index expanded (SCIE),Web of Science & Scopus indexed .
M. R. Nayak, Kaveri Mohapatra and P. K. Rout, “Multi-objective artificial bee colony based optimal PMU placement with considering zero injection bus in power network” International Journal of Computer Aided Engineering and Technology, Vol.9, No.1, pp. 102-122., 2017,Scopus indexed.
M. R. Nayak and Lipika Dash “Application of NSTLBO for Optimal distributed generator sources allocation in a distribution system”, International Journal of Applied Engineering Research (IJAER),Vol.10, No.6, pp. 14093-14114., 2015, Scopus indexed.
M. R. Nayak, Kumari Kasturi & Abhipsa Rout “ Multi-objective Approach for Optimal DG Placement in a Smart Distribution Grid using NSTLBO”, Wulfenia , Vol.22, No.3, pp .131-154 , March,2015. Science citation index expanded (SCIE) & Scopus indexed.
M. R. Nayak, B. K. Panigrahi and P. K. Rout “Optimal reactive power dispatch based on the improved seeker optimization algorithm and statistical analysis”, International Journal of Power and Energy Conversion (IJPEC), Vol.5, No. 3, pp. 250-273, July 2014. Scopus indexed.
M. R. Nayak “Optimal Feeder reconfiguration of distribution system with distributed generation units using HC – ACO,” International Journal on Electrical Engineering and Informatics (IJEEI), Vol.6, No.1, pp. 107-128., March 2014, Scopus indexed.
M. R. Nayak& C. K. Nayak “Distributed generation optimal placement and sizing to enhance power distribution network performance using MTLBO,” International Review of Electrical Engineering (I.R.E.E.), Vol.8, No.6, pp. 1857 – 1869 , December 2013, Scopus indexed.
M. R. Nayak, Kumari Kasturi & P. K. Rout “Optimal Placement and Sizing of Multiple Capacitors in Radial Distribution Systems using Modified TLBO Algorithm,” International Review of Automatic Control (IREACO), Vol.6, No.6, pp.701 – 713,November 2013, Scopus indexed.
M. R. Nayak, R. Ray & P. K. Rout “OPF solution for thermal power plant generating units with valve – point loading effects and multiple fuels using IGSA,” International Review of Modelling and Simulations (IREMOS), Vol.6, No.4, pp.1314 – 1326,August 2013, Scopus Indexed.

Power System Studies & Simulation using Mipower, at Power Research & Development Consultants Private Limited, June. 16-30, 2009, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India.
Management Development Programme at O.H.P.C. Training Centre, Bhubaneswar from 8th March, 2007 to 9th March, 2007 organised by Orissa Hydro Power Corporation Ltd., Corporate Office, Bhubaneswar.
Micro Processor Based Static Excitation Equipment, HMI and Governing System at BHEL EDN, Bangalore from 11th September, 2006 to 16th September, 2006 organised by Bharat Heavy Electrical Ltd., Electronic Division, Bangalore.
Energy Conservation in Electrical Sector at Hotel Prasanti, Angul on 9th January, 2006 organised by Small Industries Service Institute, Ministry of Small Scale Industries, Govt. of India, Cuttack.

ISTE member (LM 71207)
IET member (70472641)