Sri Kolla

Sri Kolla, Ph.D.

  • Position: Professor
  • Phone: 419-372-7507
  • Email: skolla@bgsu.edu
  • Address: 210 Technology Building

Teaching Experience

Undgergraduate Courses

  • Renewable Energy and Energy Sustainability, Bowling Green State University
  • Electrical - Electronic Systems, Bowling Green State University
  • Electric Machinery and Controls, Bowling Green State University
  • Electrical Power Transmission, Bowling Green State University
  • Electronic Communication Circuits, Bowling Green State University
  • Digital Systems, Penn State University
  • Signals and Circuits, Penn State University
  • Electric Machines, Penn State University
  • Electric Circuits, Bowling Green State University, Penn State University, and University of Toledo
  • Electronic Circuits, Bowling Green State University
  • Analog Electronics, University of Toledo
  • Network Analysis, University of Toledo

Undergraduate - Graduate Courses

  • Digital Computer for Process Control, Bowling Green State University
  • Instrumentation, Bowling Green State University
  • Electronic Devices, Bowling Green State University
  • Control System Design, University of Toledo
  • Robotics Lab, University of Toledo

Graduate Courses

  • Selected Topics in Integrated Power Systems, Indian Institute of Science
  • Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition, Bowling Green State University & Indiana State University
  • Instrumentation and Control, Bowling Green State University
  • Artificial Intelligence Techniques, Bowling Green State University

Academic Degrees

  • Ph.D., Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Department, University of Toledo, Toledo, OH, USA, 1989. (Received Whiteford Scholarship award for research, and Leckie award for graduate service).
  • M.S., Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, University of Saskatchewan, Canada, 1986.
  • M.E. Electrical Engineering, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, India, 1983. (Received distinction).
  • B.E. Electrical Engineering, Andhra University, Waltair, India, 1981. (Received university first rank in EE, and received Prof. D.S. Rao memorial prize and B.B. Rao prize).

Academic Positions

Teaching and Research Positions

  • Professor, Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH, USA (August 2002 – Present).
  • Visiting Professor, Fulbright-Nehru Teaching/Research Award, Department of Electrical Engineering, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, India, (January 2017 – May 2017).
  • Consortium Graduate Faculty, Digital Communications Specialization, Ph.D. in Technology Management, Indiana State University, Terre Haute, IN, USA (August 1998 - Present).
  • Fulbright Research Scholar, Department of Electrical Engineering, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, India (August 2008 – May 2009).
  • Associate Professor (August 1996 – August 2002) and Assistant Professor (August 1993 - August 1996), Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH, USA.
  • Assistant Professor, School of Engineering Technology and Commonwealth Engineering, Pennsylvania State University - Shenango Campus, Sharon, PA, USA (August 1990 - July 1993).
  • Post Doctoral Research Associate, Department of Electrical Engineering, University of Toledo, Toledo, OH, USA (December 1989 ‑ June 1990).
  • Instructor, Department of Electrical Engineering, University of Toledo, Toledo, OH, USA (January 1989 - December 1989).

Administrative Positions

  • Coordinator, Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology Program, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH, USA (Aug 2020-Present, July 2001–Aug 2007, Aug 1997-Aug 2000).

Non-Academic Positions

  • Guest Researcher, Intelligent Systems Division, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Gaithersburg, MD, USA, August 2000 – June 2001.

Research and Teaching Interests

Electrical and Computer Engineering/Technology area with special interests in: i) Electrical Power and Energy Systems with Smart Grid Applications; ii) Control Systems with Networked Systems Applications, iii) Machine Learning Techniques Applications.

Chapters in Books

1. S. R. Kolla and J. B. Farison, "Techniques in reduced-order dynamic compensator design for stability robustness of linear discrete-time systems,” Analysis and Synthesis Techniques in Complex Control and Dynamic Systems (in Control and Dynamic Systems, C. T. Leondes, editor),  Academic Press, 1994.

2. J. B. Farison and S. R. Kolla, "Techniques in stability robustness bounds for linear discrete systems," Robust Control System Techniques and Applications (in Control and Dynamic Systems, C. T. Leondes, editor), Academic Press, 1992.

Conference Proceedings Articles

3. S. R. Kolla and M. S. Mohsin, “Robust control of a microgrid system under real parameter variations,” Proceedings of 2023 IEEE-EIT Conference, Romeoville, IL, May 2023.

4. M. M. Hossain and S. R. Kolla, “Fault detection and classification in microgrid using long short-term memory,” Proceedings of 2022 IEEE-EIT Conference, Mankato, MN, May 2022.

5. S. R. Kolla and P. Onwonga, “Identification of faults in microgrid using artificial neural networks,” Proceedings of 2020 IEEE Green Technologies Conference, Oklahoma City, OK (online due to COVID-19), 2020.

6. S. R. Kolla and B. Bostater, “Capstone course in ECET program: design and implementation of PID Controller using FPAA,” Proceedings of ASEE North Central Conference, Akron, OH, March 2018.

7.  S. R. Kolla and D. Border, “ATMAE to ABET accreditation: an assessment transition in an electronics and computer engineering technology program,” Proceedings of ASEE Annual Conference, New Orleans, LA, June 2016.

8.  S. R. Kolla and R. Hammo, “Fault detection in three-phase induction motors using support vector machines,” Proceedings of International Conference on Control Instrumentation Communication and Computational Technologies (ICCICCT-2014), Kumaracoil, Thuckalay, India, July 2014.

9.  J. Mainoo and S. R. Kolla, “The effect of fieldbus network induced delays on the performance of closed-loop control systems,” Proceedings of 2012 ATMAE Annual Conference, Nashville, TN, November 2012.

10. S. R. Kolla and  J. Mainoo “Effect of network-induced delays in control systems: application to DC motor control,” Proceedings of International Conference on Advances in Power Conversion and Energy Technologies (APCET-2012), IEEE, Mylavaram, AP, India, August 2012.

11. S. R. Kolla and J. Mainoo, “Analysis of network induced delays in fieldbus based networked control systems,” Proceedings of conference on Advanced Communication and Computer Technologies (ACCT-2012), Vizag, India, July 2012.

12. J. Mainoo and S. R. Kolla, “Simulation and statistical analysis of network delays for controller area network,” Proceedings of International Conference on Information, Computing and Telecommunication (ICICT-2011), Bangalore, India, December 2011.

13. J. Mainoo and S. R. Kolla, “A fieldbus simulator for controller area network,” Proceedings of 2011 ATMAE Annual Conference, Cleveland, OH, November 2011.

14. S. R. Kolla, " Identifying Faults in Three-Phase Induction Motors Using Support Vector Machines," Proceedings of Electrical Manufacturing & Coil Winding Conference, Dallas, TX, October 2010.

15. D. Thukaram, S. R. Kolla, and et al., “Switching and Fault Transient Analysis in 765 kV Systems,” Third International Conference on Power Systems (ICPS-2009), IIT Kharagpur, India, December 2009.

16. D. Thukaram, et al., and S. R. Kolla, “Real-time monitoring of critical nodes with minimal number of phasor measurement units,” Third International Conference on Power Systems (ICPS-2009), IIT Kharagpur, India, December 2009.

17. S. R. Kolla and D. Thukaram, “Multi-Agent Systems in Electric Power System Protective Relaying,” ISA EXPO 2009, Houston, TX, October 2009.

18. J. Mainoo and S. R. Kolla, “A study to establish a masters degree program in Electronics and Computer Technology at Bowling Green State University,” Proceedings of ASEE Annual Conference, Pittsburgh, PA, June 2008.

19. S. R. Kolla, “CAN-based fieldbus experiments,” Proceedings of ASEE Annual Conference, Honolulu, Hawaii, June 2007.

20. S. R. Kolla and J. Mainoo, “Fieldbus networks topic in instrumentation and control systems courses,” Proceedings of ASEE Annual Conference, Chicago, IL, June 2006.

21.  S. R. Kolla, “Controllers for networked control systems with time delays,” Proceedings of Emerging Technologies Conference, ISA EXPO 2005, Chicago, IL, October 2005.

22. S. R. Kolla and S. D. Altman, “Implementation of a fault identification scheme for three-phase induction motors using artificial neural networks,” Proceedings of Emerging Technologies Conference, ISA EXPO 2004, Houston, TX, October 2004.

23. S. R. Kolla, D. Border and E. Mayer, “Fieldbus networks for control system implementations,” Proceedings of EIC/EMCW Conference, Indianapolis, IN, September 2003.

24. J. L. Michaloski, F. M. Proctor, W. G. Rippey and S. R. Kolla, “Expanding the role of finite state machine technology in open architecture control,” Proceedings of 2nd CIRP International Conference on Reconfigurable Manufacturing, Ann Arbor, MI, August 2003.

25. E. Rezaei and S. R. Kolla, “Internet-based on/off controller using LabVIEW,” Proceedings of ASEE Annual Conference, Nashville, TN, June 2003.

26. S. R. Kolla, "Stability analysis of communication network-based process control systems," Proceedings of 2nd Annual Emerging Technologies Conference, Chicago, IL, October 2002.

27. S. R. Kolla, J. Michaloski and W. Rippey, “Evaluation of component-based reconfigurable machine controllers,” Proceedings of 8th International Symposium on Manufacturing and Applications, Orlando, FL, June 2002.  

28. S. R. Kolla, "Artificial neural networks for fault diagnosis in power system machinery," Proceedings of Emerging Technologies Conference, Houston, TX, September 10-13, 2001.

29. S. R. Kolla, “Robust Feedback Control Systems,” Proceedings of ISA EXPO/2000 Conference, New Orleans, LA, August 21-24, 2000. 

30. S. R. Kolla and L. Varatharasa, "Identifying three-phase induction motor faults using artificial neural networks," Proceedings of ISA/TECH 1999 Conference, Philadelphia, PA, October 1999. 

31. L. Varatharasa and S. R. Kolla, "Simulation of three-phase induction motor performance during faults," Proc. of Electrical Manufacturing & Coil Winding Conference," Cincinnati, OH, Oct. 1999.

32. S. R. Kolla, "Fuzzy logic control of an electric motor drive system," Proceedings of Electrical Manufacturing & Coil Winding Conference," Cincinnati, OH, October 1998.

33. S. R. Kolla, "On the stability robustness of discrete-time large-scale systems," Proc. of IEEE Singapore International Symposium on Control Theory and Applications, Singapore, July 1997.    

34. S. R. Kolla, "Application of fuzzy logic technique to power system protective relays," Proceedings of 1996 Instrument Society of America International Conference and Exhibits, Chicago, IL, October 6-11, 1996.        

35. S. R. Kolla, "Application of artificial neural networks to induction motor protection:  a tutorial overview," Proceedings of Electrical Manufacturing & Coil Winding Conference," Chicago, IL, September 1996.

36. S. R. Kolla, "Application of block pulse functions in a polyphase digital distance relay," Proceedings of IEEE-Industry Application Society Annual Conference, Orlando, FL, October 1995.  

37. S. R. Kolla and D. V. Gedeon, "Microprocessor-based protection scheme for power transformers," Proceedings of Electrical Manufacturing & Coil Winding Conference," Chicago, IL, September 1995. 

38. D. V. Gedeon and S. R. Kolla, "Instrumentation and process control laboratory development," Proceedings of 1995 ASEE Annual Conference, Anaheim, CA, June 1995.        

39. S. R. Kolla, "Digital protection of power transformers using artificial neural networks," Proceedings of 1995 Instrument Society of America International Conference and Exhibits, Toronto, Canada, April 25-27, 1995.

40. S. R. Kolla and D. V. Gedeon, "Microprocessor-based protection scheme for induction motors," Proceedings of Electrical Manufacturing & Coil Winding Conference," Chicago, IL, Sept. 1994.

41. S. R. Kolla, "Microprocessor-based scheme for calculating symmetrical components," Proceedings of 1994 Instrument Society of America International Conference and Exhibits,  Philadelphia, PA, May 2-5, 1994.

42. S. R. Kolla, "Application of artificial neural networks to power system protective relays," Proceedings of Symposium on Intelligent Systems in Communication and Power, Mayaguez, PR, February 21-23, 1994.

43. S. R. Kolla, "Fixed order dynamic optimal control design for robust stability of discrete systems," Proceedings of 1992 American Control Conference, Chicago, IL, June 24-26, 1992.

44. S. R. Kolla and J. B. Farison, "Analysis and design of controllers for robust stability of interconnected discrete systems,” Proceedings of 1991 American Control Conference, Boston, MA, June 26-28, 1991.

45. S. R. Kolla and I. S. Das, "Stability robustness bounds for linear discrete systems with dependent uncertainty," Proceedings of 22nd Annual Pittsburgh Conference on Modeling and Simulation, Pittsburgh, PA, May 2-3, 1991.

46. J. B. Farison and S. R. Kolla, "Robust stability bounds for discrete system reduced-order dynamic compensator designs," Proceedings of IEEE International Conference on Systems Engineering, Dayton, OH, August 24-26, 1989.

47. S. R. Kolla and J. B. Farison, "Reduced-order dynamic compensator design for stability robustness of linear discrete‑time systems," Proceedings of 32nd Midwest Symposium on Circuits and Systems, Urbana-Champaign, IL, August 14-15, 1989.

48. J. B. Farison and S. R. Kolla, "Robust LQG control for ARMAX models," Proceedings of 20th Annual Pittsburgh Conference on Modeling and Simulation, Pittsburgh, PA, May 4-5, 1989.

49. S. R. Kolla and J. B. Farison, "Time domain control design for robust stability of discrete-time linear regulators," Proceedings of 26th Annual Allerton Conference on Communication, Control and Computing, Monticello, IL, September 28-30, 1988.

50. J. B. Farison and S. R. Kolla, "Improved stability robustness  bounds using state transformation for linear discrete-time systems," Proceedings of 31st Midwest Symposium on Circuits and Systems, St. Louis, MO, August 10-12, 1988.

51. S. R. Kolla, J. B. Farison and R. K. Yedavalli, "State-space model perturbation bounds for robust stability of linear discrete-time systems," Proceedings of 31st Midwest Symposium on Circuits and Systems, St. Louis, MO, August 10-12, 1988. 

52. S. R. Kolla, "On the stability robustness of linear discrete‑time systems,"  Proceedings of Sigma Xi 9th Annual Graduate Research Symposium, Toledo, OH, May 6, 1988.

53. M. S. Sachdev and S. R. Kolla, "A polyphase digital distance relay," Can. Elect. Assn. - Trans. of Engr. & Oper. Div., vol. 26, pt. 4, No. 87-SP-170, Montreal, Canada, 1987.

54. M. S. Sachdev and S. R. Kolla, "Fault analysis using model transformation," Proceedings of IEEE Electronicom '85 Conference, Toronto, Canada, October 1985.

Journal Articles

55. S. R. Kolla and M. S. Mohsin, “Stability robustness bounds for state-space models with dependent uncertainty: application to a microgrid system,” International Journal of Innovative Research in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation and Control Engineering, vol. 10, no.7, pp. 1-5, July 2022.

56. M. M. Hossain and S. R. Kolla, “Application of long short-term memory for faults identification in 3-phase induction motor,” International Journal of Innovative Research in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation and Control Engineering, vol. 8, no.9, pp. 1-8, September 2020.

57.  S. R. Kolla and R. Hammo, “Support vector machines for fault identification in three-phase induction motors,” International Journal of Engineering Research and Innovation, vol. 8, no. 1, pp. 16-22, 2016.

58. S. R. Kolla, “Comparison of time delay controllers for a class of networked control systems,” International Journal of Modern Engineering, vol. 13, no. 1, pp. 51-56, 2012.

59. S. R. Kolla and D. Thukaram, "Multi-agent protection," InTech, pp. 46, December 2009.

60. S. R. Kolla and S. D. Altman, “Artificial neural network based fault identification scheme implementation for a three-phase induction motor,” ISA Transactions, vol. 46, pp. 261-266, April 2007.

61. S. R. Kolla, “Robust stability of discrete-time large scale interconnected systems,” GITAM Journal of Science and Technology, vol. 1, pp. 63-66, 2005.

62. S. R. Kolla and D. Border, “Robustness of discrete-time state feedback control systems,” ISA Transactions, vol. 41, pp. 191-194, April 2002.

63. S. R. Kolla and L. Varatharasa, "Identifying three-phase induction motor faults using artificial neural networks," ISA Transactions, vol.39, pp. 433-439, October 2000.   

64. S. R. Kolla, "Applying fuzzy logic to power system protective relays," InTech, pp. 42-45, June 1997.

65. S. R. Kolla, "Improved stability robustness bounds for digital control systems in state-space models," International Journal of Control, vol. 64, pp. 991-994, July 1996.  

66. S. R. Kolla, "Fixed-order dynamic optimal control design for robust stability of linear discrete systems," optimal control applications & methods, vol. 16, pp. 71-74, January 1995.

67.  J. B. Farison and S. R. Kolla, "Stability robustness bounds for discrete-time linear regulators," International Journal of Systems Science, vol. 22, pp. 2285-2298, November 1991.

68.  S. R. Kolla and J. B. Farison, "Reduced-order dynamic compensator design for stability robustness of linear discrete‑time systems," IEEE Transactions on Automatic Control, vol. 36, pp. 1077-1081, September 1991.

69.  S. R. Kolla and J. B. Farison, "Comments on 'Uncertain discrete systems:  uniform ultimate bounded stabilization'," International Journal of Systems Science, vol. 22, pp. 621-623, March 1991.

70. J. B. Farison and S. R. Kolla, "Relationship of singular value stability robustness bounds to spectral radius for discrete systems with applications to digital filters," Proceedings of IEE, pt. G, vol. 138, pp. 5-8, February 1991.

71.  S. R. Kolla and J. B. Farison, "Improved stability robustness bounds using state transformation for linear discrete systems,” Automatica, vol. 26, pp.933-935, September 1990.

72.  S. R. Kolla and J. B. Farison, "Improved robust stability bounds for discrete-time linear regulators with computational delays,” Automatica, vol. 26, pp. 619-621, May 1990.

73.  J. B. Farison and S. R. Kolla, "Comments on 'Asymptotic stability for a class of linear discrete systems with bounded uncertainties',"  IEEE Trans. on Auto. Contr., vol. 35, pp. 382-384, Mar. 1990.

74.  S. R. Kolla, R. K. Yedavalli and J. B. Farison, "Robust stability bounds on time-varying perturbations for state-space models of linear discrete-time systems," International Journal of Control, vol. 50, pp. 151-159, July 1989.

75.  S. R. Kolla, "Application of block pulse functions for digital protection of power transformers," IEEE Transactions on Electromagnetic Compatibility, vol. 31, pp. 193-196, May 1989.

76. S. R. Kolla, "Block pulse functions based algorithm for symmetrical components calculation," Proceedings of IEE, pt. C,  vol. 135, pp. 487-488, November 1988.

77. S. R. Kolla and J. B. Farison, "Counter-examples to 'Sufficient and necessary condition for the asymptotic stability of discrete linear interval systems'," International Journal of Control, vol. 48, pp. 1751-1752, October 1988.

78. S. R. Kolla, "Digital protection of transmission lines using block pulse functions," International Journal of Electrical Power and Energy Systems, vol. 10, pp. 274-276, October 1988.

79. R. K. Yedavalli and S. R. Kolla, "Stability analysis of linear time-varying systems," International Journal of Systems Science, vol. 19, pp. 1853-1858, September 1988.

80. S. R. Kolla, "Application of block pulse functions for signal recognition in power system relays," Proceedings of IEEE, vol. 75, pp. 1695-1696, December 1987.

81. M. S. Sachdev, Y. S. Jin and S. R. Kolla, "Discussion on 'A new algorithm of digital protection for shunt reactors'," IEEE Transactions on Power Apparatus and Systems, vol. PAS-103, pp. 2941-2942, October 1984.

82. D. B. Fakruddin, K. Parthasarathy, L. Jenkins and S. R. Kolla, "Microprocessor-based algorithm for symmetrical components calculation," Proceedings of IEEE, vol. 71, pp. 1463-1464, Dec. 1983.

Abstracts         

83.  S. R. Kolla, “"Application of machine learning techniques for faults detection in microgrids,” National Conference on “Emerging Trends in Power, Energy and Control (ETPEC-2022),” Vignan’s Foundation for Science, Technology & Research University, Vadlamudi, AP, India, October 21, 2022.

84.  S. R. Kolla, “Smart Grid: Machine Learning Techniques in Electric Energy Systems Protective Relays,” International Conference on Intelligent Computing, Instrumentation and Control Technologies (ICICICT-2019), Kannur, Kerala, India, July 2019.

85.  S. R. Kolla, Smart Grid: Artificial Intelligence Techniques in Electric Energy Systems Operation and Control,” South Central Asia Fulbright Conference, Kolkata, India, March 2017.

86.  S. R. Kolla, “Networked Control Systems,” International and Interdepartmental Workshop on ‘IoT and its Applications in the Field of Engineering,’ JNTUK-Vizianagaram, AP, March 2017.

 

87. S. R. Kolla and B. Bostater, “Proportional-Integral-Derivative controller implementation using field programmable analog arrays for liquid level control system,” Proceedings of 2015 ATMAE Conference, Pittsburgh, PA, November 2015.

88. S. R. Kolla, “Artificial Intelligence Techniques in Power System Protective Relaying,” Conference for Fulbrighters in South Asia - Role of Fulbright Program in Promoting Educational Collaborations, Kolkata, India, March 2009.

89. S. R. Kolla, “Application of AI Techniques in Power System Protective Relaying,” TEQIP Workshop on Application of Artificial Intelligence Techniques in Electrical Engineering, Osmania University, Hyderabad, India, February 2009.

90. S. R. Kolla, “Advances in electronic instrumentation systems and sensors,” 52nd International Instrumentation Symposium (IIS), Cleveland, OH, 2006.

91. S. R. Kolla, "Outcomes Based Assessment in Electronics and Computer Technology Program at Bowling Green State University,” Assessing Success in Technology Education: A Capstone Conference Presentation Abstracts, Washington, DC, 2006.

92. S. R. Kolla and S. D. Altman, “Artificial neural network based fault identification system for a three-phase induction motor,” NSF Faculty Workshop on Power Electronics, Electric Drives and Power Systems, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA, July 2004.

93. S. R. Kolla, "Stability analysis of networked control systems,” 2nd Annual BGSU Research Conference Abstracts, Bowling Green, OH, November 2003.

94. S. R. Kolla, “Detection of external faults in three-phase induction motors using artificial neural networks,” NSF Faculty Workshop on Teaching of Courses in Power Electronics and Electric Drives, U of MN, Minneapolis, MN, July 2003.

95. S. R. Kolla, "Artificial neural networks for fault recognition in electric motors,” 1st Annual BGSU Research Conference Abstracts, Bowling Green, OH, November 2002.

96. S. R. Kolla, "Robust controllers for industrial process control systems," Proceedings of 31st Annual Convention of National Association of Industrial Technology, Indianapolis, IN, Oct. 1998.

97. D. V. Gedeon and S. R. Kolla, "Instrumentation and process control laboratory development," Proceedings of 28th Annual Convention of the National Association of Industrial Technology, Savannah, GA, October 25-28, 1995.

98. S. R. Kolla, "Application of neural networks for fault identification in power systems," Ohio Academy of Science Annual Meeting, Youngstown, OH, April 1993 (abstract in Ohio Journal of Science, vol. 93, pp. 25-26, April 1993).

99. S. R. Kolla, "A neural network based controller for uncertain discrete systems," Ohio Academy of Science Annual Meeting, Youngstown, OH, April 1993 (abstract in Ohio Journal of Science, vol. 93, pp. 26, April 1993).

100. S. R. Kolla, "A digital relay scheme for distance protection of transmission lines," Ohio Academy of Science Annual Meeting, Parma, OH, April 1989 (abstract in Ohio Journal of Science, vol. 89, pp.36-37, April 1989).

101. S. R. Kolla, J. B. Farison and R. K. Yedavalli, "Robust stability analysis of linear discrete-time systems," Ohio Academy of Science Annual Meeting, Newark, OH, April 1988 (abstract in Ohio Journal of Science, vol. 88, pp. 40-41, April 1988).

Reports

102. "Analysis and design of controllers for robust stability of linear multivariable discrete-time systems," Ph.D. Dissertation, University of Toledo, Toledo, OH, 1989.

103. "Application of modal transformation for fault analysis and digital distance relying," M.S. Thesis, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Canada, 1986.

104. "Microprocessor based integrated protection scheme for an induction motor," M.E. Project Report, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, India, 1983.

105. “Optimization and mathematical programming,” B.E. Project Report, Andhra University, Waltair, India, 1981 (with Varma, Vijayalakshmi and Viswanath).

Awards

  • Certificate of Appreciation for being recognized by BGSU Students as making a difference, Bowling Green State University, 13th-15th Annual BGSU Teaching and Learning Summits, 2019-2021.
  • Fulbright-Nehru Academic and Professional Excellence Award, US State Department, 2016-2017.
  • Nominated for 2016 Toledo Engineer of the Year Award, Technical Society of Toledo, 2016.
  • Best paper award in Sensor Networks session, Conference on Advanced Communication and Computer Technologies (ACCT 2012), Visakhapatnam, India, 2012.
  • Fulbright Research Scholar, US State Department, 2008-2009.
  • Selected as Fellow of The Institute of Engineers (India), 2009.
  • Listed in Marquis Who’s Who, 2010. 
  • Nominated for Olscamp Research Award, Bowling Green State University, 2003.
  •  Promoted to Senior Member status, The International Society of Automation (ISA), 2001.
  •  Promoted to Senior Member status, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), 2000.
  •  William H. Leckie Graduate Service Award for superior academic development as a graduate student, University of Toledo, 1989.
  • Robert N. Whiteford Scholarship Award for outstanding research and scholarship as a graduate student, University of Toledo, 1988.
  • Prof. D. S. Rao and B. B. Rao Prizes for University First Rank in Electrical Engineering, Andhra University, 1981.

Membership in Honor Societies

  • Sigma Xi, Honorary Research Society
  • Phi Kappa Phi, Academic Honor Society
  • Tau Beta Pi, Engineering Honors Society
  • Eta Kappa Nu, Electrical Engineering Honors Society
  • Pi Mu Epsilon, Mathematics Honors Society
  • Epsilon Pi Tau, Honorary for Professions in Technology

Membership in Professional Organizations

  • Fellow, The Institution of Engineers (India)
  • Senior Member, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), and its following societies: i) Control Systems, ii) Power and Energy
  • Life Senior Member, The International Society of Automation (ISA), and its following divisions: i) Automatic Controls and Robotics, ii) Power Industry

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