The 2nd IASTED International Conference on
Power and Energy Systems and Applications
~PESA 2012~
November 12 – 14, 2012
Las Vegas, USA

CONFERENCE CHAIR

Dr. Nasser H. Rashidi
Virginia State University, USA

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

"A Survey of Alternative Energy Sources and Conservation Approaches"

Dr. Samir F. Moujaes
University of Nevada Las Vegas, USA

PURPOSE

The IASTED International Conference on Power and Energy Systems and Applications (PESA 2012) will serve as a major forum for international researchers and professionals to present their latest research, results, and ideas in all areas of power and energy systems. PESA 2012 aims to strengthen relations between the power industry, research laboratories, and universities. All papers submitted to this conference will be double-blind evaluated by at least two reviewers. Acceptance will be based primarily on originality and contribution.

LOCATION

Las Vegas, dubbed the Entertainment Capital of the World, lies in the heart of the stunning Nevada desert, a glamorous getaway for anyone in search of exciting nightlife, glittering casino hotels, and dazzling lights. Over 38.9 million visitors pour into the city every year, and it’s easy to see why: nowhere else in the world hosts such an overwhelming combination of 5-star hotels, celebrity-chef restaurants, and world-famous attractions unique to the area. In fact, there you’ll find 17 of the 20 biggest hotels in the US.

Stay in the world-famous Caesar’s Palace, take gambling lessons and then show off your skill at the MGM Grand, shop at malls with resident DJs, cheer with the crowd at a boxing match, and be amazed at incredible Cirque du Soleil shows. While cruising the Strip, you’ll walk through the Bellagio Fountains, see magic shows, and laugh the night away at one of many comedy clubs. If you decide to visit the Fremont East District downtown instead, you’ll find countless bars and bistros with live music and eclectic cocktails, and stroll through the artist collective in the Emergency Arts building, complete with writing, photography, clothing designs, and more. You might also catch the Fremont Street Experience: 12.5 million lights and 550,000 watts of sound that will blow you away.

If you prefer to be outside the city’s nightlife, try swimming with the sharks at the Shark Reef Aquarium, ride the roller-coasters, sky-dive over the city, and zip-line over the sky-scrapers. For a quieter day, relax for hours at a health spa, golf, wander through the Las Vegas Zoo (home to over 150 species of animals and plants), or discover the city’s history at the Neon Museum. The Smith Centre for the Performing Arts, in Symphony Park, hosts Broadway shows as well as orchestra, opera, and dance performances. There is no shortage of fun-filled activities in Vegas.

SCOPE

The topics of interest to be covered by PESA 2012 include, but are not limited to:

ALTERNATIVE ENERGY
Biomass Energy
Geothermal Resources
Hydrogen as Fuel
Photovoltaic Power Generation
Photovoltaic Power Systems
Renewable Energy Sources
Solar Cells
Solar Energy
Sustainable Energy
Waste Products as Fuel
Water Power
Wind Power

ANALYSIS, MANAGEMENT, AND MODELLING
Artificial Intelligence Applications in Energy and Power Systems
Asset Management
Condition Monitoring
Demand Side Management
Fault Diagnosis
Load Modelling, Estimation, and Forecast
Power Breakdown Analysis
Power Flow Analysis
Power Quality
Reliability
Security Assessment

NUCLEAR ENERGY
Nuclear Safety
Nuclear Technologies
Security of Supply
Technology Transfer

PLANNING, OPERATION, AND CONTROL
Bulk Power Generation
Distributed Power Generation
Energy Storage
FACTS and HVDC Transmission System
Islanding Mechanisms
Load Shedding
Power Distribution
Power System Control and Protection
Power System Operation
Power System Stability
Power Transmission
Renewable Generation

POLICIES AND ECONOMICS
Breakdown Impacts
Deregulation of Electric Supply Industry
Electricity Power Pools
Energy and Environment
Energy Efficiency
Energy Policies
Energy Pricing
Forecasting
Global Restructuring
Investment Coordination
Modernization of Power Grids
Power Economics
Power Engineering and Education
Power Market Deregulation
Power System Planning
Problems of the Power Industry
Regulations
Retail Power Markets
Risk Analysis
ROI Caps

SUBMISSION
Submit your paper via our website at: www.iasted.org/conferences/submit-788.html. All submissions should be in Adobe Acrobat (.PDF) format.

The IASTED Secretariat must receive your paper by August 1, 2012. Receipt of paper submission will be confirmed by email.

BEST PAPER AWARD AND BEST STUDENT PAPER AWARD
Awards for Best Paper and Best Student Paper will be presented to the corresponding author(s) at the conference banquet. The Conference Chair will select the winners, based on the reviews by the International Program Committee. The papers will be judged primarily on originality, significance, technical soundness, presentation, and references. To qualify for the Best Student Paper, the author must be a registered student.

The author and co-authors of an awarded paper will be entitled to:
A signed office award certificate;
The announcement of their achievement at the conference banquet as well as on the
conference webpage;
A free IASTED Membership;
A 50% discount on a future IASTED conference registration. This discount must be
taken within 2 years.


INDEXING
The proceedings will be sent for indexing in the following:
EI Compendex
Inspec
Google Scholar
Scopus

IMPORTANT DEADLINES
Submissions Due September 14, 2012
Notification of Acceptance September 26, 2012
Final Manuscripts Due October 1, 2012
Registration Deadline October 3, 2012