Refereed Conference Papers (published/accepted)

[144] Md Tariqul Islam*, Md. Ahsanul Alam, Xiaodong Liang, Mohiuddin Mohin, Md. Fayzur Rahman, and Jannatul Fardush Shammy, "A Real-Time Open Switch Fault Detection and Localization Approach in Switched Capacitor Five-Level Inverters," accepted by the 6th IEEE International Conference on Sustainable Technologies for Industry 5.0 (STI 2024), Dec. 14-15, 2024, Bangladesh (accepted on Oct. 30, 2024). 

[143] Sobhan Sarani*, and Xiaodong Liang, "Non-Isolated High Voltage Gain Bidirectional DC-DC Converters: A Review", accepted by 2024 IEEE Industry Applications Society (IAS) Annual Meeting, Phoenix, Arizona, USA. 

[142] Abbas Hasani*, Xiaodong Liang, Farhad Haghjoo, Moein Abedini, Majid Sanaye-Pasand and Claus Leth Bak, "The Loss of Field Protection for Synchronous Generators: A Review", accepted by 2024 IEEE Industry Applications Society (IAS) Annual Meeting, Phoenix, Arizona, USA. 

[141] Shahab Karamdel*, Xiaodong Liang, and Sherif O. Faried, "Conservation Voltage Reduction in Renewable-Rich Distribution Networks: A Review", accepted by 2024 IEEE Industry Applications Society (IAS) Annual Meeting, Phoenix, Arizona, USA. 

[140] Saeedreza Jadidi*, and Xiaodong Liang, "A Gramian Angular Summation Field-Convolutional Neural Network-Based Open-Switch Fault Detection Technique for Interfacing Inverters in Microgrids", accepted by 2024 IEEE Industry Applications Society (IAS) Annual Meeting, Phoenix, Arizona, USA. 

[139] Malihe Heidary, Salman Abdi, Hamidreza Mosaddegh-Hesar*, Xiaodong Liang, Ehsan Abdi, and Richard McMahon, "Mechanical Design Considerations of a Light-Weight Rotor for Brushless Double Fed Machines," accepted by 2024 International Conference on Electrical Machines (ICEM24). 

[138] Shahabodin Afrasiabi*, and Xiaodong Liang, "Normalizing Flows-Based Probabilistic Learning-Aided Distribution System State Estimation," Processings of 2024 IEEE Canadian Conference on Electrical and Computer Engineering (CCECE), pp. 1-6, August 6-9, 2024, Kingston, ON, Canada. 

[137] Sarah Allahmoradi*, and Xiaodong Liang, "Multi-Agent Safe Gated Reinforcement Learning Based Real-Time Volt/Var Optimization for Modern Distribution Networks," Processings of 2024 IEEE Canadian Conference on Electrical and Computer Engineering (CCECE), pp. 1-6, August 6-9, 2024, Kingston, ON, Canada.

[136] Shahabodin Afrasiabi*, Osama Aslam Ansari, Xiaodong Liang, and Chi Yung Chung, "Nonparametric Probabilistic Pseduo-Measurement Model for Unbalanced Active Distribution Networks," Processings of 2024 IEEE Power & Energy Society General Meeting (PESGM), pp. 1-5, July 21-25, 2024, Seattle, WA, USA. 

[135] Sarah Allahmoradi*, Shahabodin Afrasiabi*, Mousa Afrasiabi, Xiaodong Liang, Jamshid Aghaei, and Chi Yung Chung, "Unsupervised Graph-Generative Network-based PV Condition Monitoring Systems," Processings of 2024 IEEE Power & Energy Society General Meeting (PESGM), pp. 1-5, July 21-25, 2024, Seattle, WA, USA.

[134] Hamidreza Mosaddegh-Hesar*, Xiaodong Liang, and Salman Abdi, "Online Maximum Torque per Ampere Control for Doubly-Fed Induction Machines," Processings of the 25th IEEE International Conference on Industrial Technology (ICIT 2024), pp. 1-5, March 25-27, 2024, Bristol, United Kingdom. 

[133] Hamidreza Mosaddegh-Hesar*, Xiaodong Liang, and Salman Abdi, "Power and Speed Control of Brushless Doubly-Fed Induction Generators," Processings of the 25th IEEE International Conference on Industrial Technology (ICIT 2024), pp. 1-6, March 25-27, 2024, Bristol, United Kingdom.

[132] Muhammad Talha*, Xiaodong Liang, Jason Pannell, Austin Bowes*, and Hanguang Su, "Experimental Study of Open-Switch Faults for Interfacing Inverters in Microgrids Using OPAL-RT Real-time Simulator," Processings of 2024 IEEE IAS 60th Industrial and Commercial Power Systems (I&CPS) Technical Conference, pp. 1-8, May 19-23, 2024, Las Vegas, NV, USA.

[131] Chenyang Wang*, Xiaodong Liang, and Manpreet Kaur, "Probabilistic Safety Risk Assessment near Transmission Line Structures under Fault Conditions," Processings of 2024 IEEE IAS 60th Industrial and Commercial Power Systems (I&CPS) Technical Conference, pp. 1-8, May 19-23, 2024, Las Vegas, NV, USA.

[130] Chenyang Wang*, Shaikat Chowdhury*, and Xiaodong Liang, "Modeling and Analysis of Transmission Line Structures Corrosion due to DC Current from Pipeline’s Cathodic Protection," Processings of 2024 IEEE IAS 60th Industrial and Commercial Power Systems (I&CPS) Technical Conference, pp. 1-8, May 19-23, 2024, Las Vegas, NV, USA.

[129] Shahab Karamdel*, Xiaodong Liang, and Sherif O. Faried, "A Two-Stage Conservation Voltage Reduction Technique in Multi-Energy Systems with PV Smart Inverters," Processings of 2024 IEEE IAS 60th Industrial and Commercial Power Systems (I&CPS) Technical Conference, pp. 1-8, May 19-23, 2024, Las Vegas, NV, USA. 

[128] Shanyong Xu, Hanguang Su, Xiaodong Liang, and Jinzhu Yang, "Integral Reinforcement Learning Control for a Class of Unknown Nonlinear Systems with an Application to a Microgrid System", Processings of 2023 IEEE International Conference on Energy Technologies for Future Grids (ETFG), Dec. 3-6, 2023, Wollongong, NSW, Australia.

[127] Shahabodin Afrasiabi*, Sarah Allahmoradi*, Xiaodong Liang, Mousa Afrasiabi, Jamshid Aghaei, and Chi Yung Chung, "Power System Transient Security Assessment using Unsupervised Probabilistic Deep Bayesian Neural Network," Processings of 2023 IEEE International Conference on Energy Technologies for Future Grids (ETFG), Dec. 3-6, 2023, Wollongong, NSW, Australia.

[126] Mariana Castillo*, Xiaodong Liang, and Sherif O. Faried, "Battery Energy Storage and Their Ancillary Services with Renewable Energy: A Review," Proceedings of 2023 IEEE Canadian Conference On Electrical and Computer Engineering (CCECE), pp. 1-6, Regina, SK, Canada, Sept. 2023.

[125] Mariana Castillo*, Xiaodong Liang, and Sherif O. Faried, "Wind Speed Forecasting using ARMA and Boosted Regression Tree Methods: A Case Study," Proceedings of 2023 IEEE Canadian Conference On Electrical and Computer Engineering (CCECE), pp. 1-6, Regina, SK, Canada, Sept. 2023.

[124] Alireza Asadi*, Omid Mohammadpourand*, and Xiaodong Liang, "A Soft-Switched Step-Up Non-isolated Zeta-Flyback Converter for Solar PV Applications," Proceedings of 2023 IEEE Canadian Conference On Electrical and Computer Engineering (CCECE), pp. 1-6, Regina, SK, Canada, Sept. 2023.

[123] Aman Samson Mogos*, Xiaodong Liang, and C.Y. Chung, "Data-Driven Approaches for Distribution Transformer Health Monitoring: A Review," Proceedings of 2023 IEEE Canadian Conference On Electrical and Computer Engineering (CCECE), pp. 1-6, Regina, SK, Canada, Sept. 2023.

[122] Aman Samson Mogos*, Xiaodong Liang, and C.Y. Chung, "Impact of Plug-in Electric Vehicle Charging and Roof-top PVs on Distribution Transformer Health: A Case Study in Saskatoon, Canada," Proceedings of 2023 IEEE Canadian Conference On Electrical and Computer Engineering (CCECE), pp. 1-6, Regina, SK, Canada, Sept. 2023.

[121] Mohammadhossein Nazemi*, and Xiaodong Liang, "Frequency Control Techniques for Solar PV Systems: A Review", Proceedings of 2023 IEEE Canadian Conference On Electrical and Computer Engineering (CCECE), pp. 1-6, Regina, SK, Canada, Sept. 2023.

[120] Mohammadhossein Nazemi*, Shaikat Chowdhury*, Alimul Haque Khan, and Xiaodong Liang, "A Hour-Ahead Wind Speed Forecasting Using One-Dimensional Convolutional Neural Network", Proceedings of 2023 IEEE Canadian Conference On Electrical and Computer Engineering (CCECE), pp. 1-6, Regina, SK, Canada, Sept. 2023.

[119] Mohammadhossein Nazemi*, Xiaodong Liang, and Farhad Haghjoo, "Stator Inter-Turn Fault Detection for Line-connected Induction Motors Using Convolutional Neural Network," Proceedings of 2023 IEEE Industry Application Society (IAS) Annual Meeting, pp. 1-7, Nashville, TN, USA, Oct. 29 – Nov. 2, 2023.

[118] Chenyang Wang*, Shaikat Chowdhury*, and Xiaodong Liang, "Transmission Structure Corrosion due to Stray Currents and Inspection Techniques: A Review," Proceedings of 2023 IEEE Industry Application Society (IAS) Annual Meeting, pp. 1-8, Nashville, TN, USA, Oct. 29 – Nov. 2, 2023.

[117] Chenyang Wang*, Xiaodong Liang, and Emerson Adajar, "AC Electromagnetic Interference Study between Railways and Nearby Power Lines under Steady-State Operation," Proceedings of 2023 IEEE/IAS 59th Industrial and Commercial Power Systems Technical Conference, pp. 1-7, Las Vegas, NV, USA, May 2023.

[116] Md Abu Saaklayen*, Xiaodong Liang, Sherif O. Faried, Luigi Martirano, and Peter E. Sutherland, "Service Restoration through Coordinated Operation of Soft Open Points and Distributed Generation Units in Distribution Networks," Proceedings of 2023 IEEE/IAS 59th Industrial and Commercial Power Systems Technical Conference, pp. 1-8, Las Vegas, NV, USA, May 2023.

[115] Shah Md. Rezwanul Haque Shawon*, and Xiaodong Liang, "Optimal Microgrid Formation through Performance Optimization in Distribution Networks with Distributed Generation," Proceedings of 2023 IEEE/IAS 59th Industrial and Commercial Power Systems Technical Conference, pp. 1-8, Las Vegas, NV, USA, May 2023.

[114] Mosayeb Afshari Igder*, and Xiaodong Liang, "Dynamic Microgrid Formation-Based Service Restoration Using Deep Reinforcement Learning in Distribution Networks ," Proceedings of 2023 IEEE/IAS 59th Industrial and Commercial Power Systems Technical Conference, pp. 1-8, Las Vegas, NV, USA, May 2023. 

[113] Hamed Madani, Hamidreza Mosaddegh*, and Xiaodong Liang, "Selective Harmonic Elimination in Cascade H-bridge Multilevel Voltage Source Inverters Using A Hybrid Optimization Algorithm," Proceedings of 2022 IEEE Canadian Electrical Power and Energy Conference (EPEC2022), pp. 1-5, Dec. 2022.

[112] Shahab Karamdel*, Xiaodong Liang, Sherif Faried, and MD Nasmus Sakib Khan Shabbir*, "A Regression Model-Based Short-Term PV Power Generation Forecasting," Proceedings of 2022 IEEE Canadian Electrical Power and Energy Conference (EPEC2022), pp. 1-6, Dec. 2022.

[111] Masoud Javadi*, Xiaodong Liang, Yuzhong Gong, and Chi Yung Chung, "Battery Energy Storage Technology in Renewable Energy Integration: a Review," Proceedings of The 35th IEEE Canadian Conference on Electrical and Computer Engineering (CCECE2022), pp. 1-6, Halifax, NS, Canada, Sept. 2022.

[110] Masoud Javadi*, Soheil Naderi, Xiaodong Liang, Yuzhong Gong, and Chi Yung Chung, "Very Short-Term PV Power Prediction Using Machine Learning Models," Proceedings of The 35th IEEE Canadian Conference on Electrical and Computer Engineering (CCECE2022), pp. 1-5, Halifax, NS, Canada, Sept. 2022.

[109] Shahabodin Afrasiabi*, Sarah Allahmoradi*, Mohammad Salimi*, Xiaodong Liang, and Chi Yung Chung, "Machine Learning-Based Condition Monitoring of Solar Photovoltaic Systems: A Review," Proceedings of The 35th IEEE Canadian Conference on Electrical and Computer Engineering (CCECE2022), pp. 1-6, Halifax, NS, Canada, Sept. 2022.

[108] Shahabodin Afrasiabi*, Sarah Allahmoradi*, Mohammad Salimi*, Xiaodong Liang, and Chi Yung Chung, "Nonparametric Maximum Likelihood Probabilistic Photovoltaic Power Generation Forecasting based on Spatial-Temporal Deep Learning," Proceedings of The 35th IEEE Canadian Conference on Electrical and Computer Engineering (CCECE2022), pp. 1-6, Halifax, NS, Canada, Sept. 2022.

[107] Mohammad Salimi*, Yuzhong Gong, Shahabodin Afrasiabi*, Xiaodong Liang, and Chi Yung Chung, "Power System Resiliency Studies under Renewable Energy Penetration: A Review," Proceedings of The 35th IEEE Canadian Conference on Electrical and Computer Engineering (CCECE2022), pp. 1-6, Halifax, NS, Canada, Sept. 2022.

[106] Md Nasmus Sakib Khan Shabbir*, Chenyang Wang*, Xiaodong Liang, and Emerson Adajar, "A Novel Regression Model-Based Toolbox for Induced Voltage Prediction on Rail Tracks Due to AC Electromagnetic Interference of Adjacent Power Lines," Proceedings of 2022 IEEE IAS Annual Meeting, pp. 1-8, Detroit, Michigan, USA, Oct. 2022.  

[105] Shah Md. Rezwanul Haque Shawon*, Xiaodong Liang, and Mehrnoosh Janbakhsh, "Microgrid Planning in Distribution Networks Considering Optimal Placement of Distributed Generation Units," Proceedings of 2022 IEEE IAS Annual Meeting, pp. 1-8, Detroit, Michigan, USA, Oct. 2022.  

[104] Mehdi Abbasipour*, and Xiaodong Liang, "Solving Power Flow Problem of MT-HVDC Grids Compensated by Multiport Interline DC Power Flow Controller," Proceedings of 2022 IEEE IAS Annual Meeting, pp. 1-8, Detroit, Michigan, USA, Oct. 2022.  

[103] Md Abu Saaklayen*, Md Nasmus Sakib Khan Shabbir*, Xiaodong Liang, Sherif O. Faried, and Mehrnoosh Janbakhsh, "A Novel Methodology for Optimal Allocation and Sizing of Soft Open Points in Distribution Networks," Proceedings of 2022 IEEE IAS Annual Meeting, pp. 1-8, Detroit, Michigan, USA, Oct. 2022.  

[102] Md Nasmus Sakib Khan Shabbir*, Xiaodong Liang, and Saikat Chakrabarti, "An Adaptive Droop Coefficient-Based Voltage Control Approach for Wind Power Plants through Enhanced Reactive Power Support", Proceedings of 2022 58th IEEE Industrial and Commercial Power System Conference, pp. 1-9, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, May 1-5, 2022.

[101] Md Nasmus Sakib Khan Shabbir*, Xiaodong Liang, Weixing Li, Syed Imtiaz, and John Quaicoe, "A Model Predictive Control-Based Voltage and Frequency Regulation Through Distributed Generation in Isolated Microgrids: Part II Model Predictive Controller Implementation", Proceedings of 2022 58th IEEE Industrial and Commercial Power System Conference, pp. 1-8, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, May 1-5, 2022.

[100] Md Nasmus Sakib Khan Shabbir*, Xiaodong Liang, Weixing Li, Syed Imtiaz, and John Quaicoe, "A Model Predictive Control-Based Voltage and Frequency Regulation Through Distributed Generation in Isolated Microgrids: Part I Development and Parameterization of the Data-Driven Predictive Model", Proceedings of 2022 58th IEEE Industrial and Commercial Power System Conference, pp. 1-8, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, May 1-5, 2022.

[99] Zahra Saadatizadeh, and Xiaodong Liang, "ZVS/ZCS Three-Winding Coupled Inductor Based Non-isolated Bidirectional DC-DC Converter with Ripples Elimination at High Current Port and MPPT of Photovoltaic Systems," Proceedings of The 47th Annual Conference of the IEEE Industrial Electronics Society (IECON 2021), pp. 1-6, Virtual Conference, Oct. 13-16, 2021.

[98] Zahra Saadatizadeh, and Xiaodong Liang, "A Novel Expandable Diode-Capacitor Based DC-DC Converter with High Voltage Gains," Proceedings of The 47th Annual Conference of the IEEE Industrial Electronics Society (IECON 2021), pp. 1-6, Virtual Conference, Oct. 13-16, 2021.

[97] Shah Mohammad Rezwanul Haque Shawon*, Md Abu Saaklayen*, and Xiaodong Liang, "Wind Speed Forecasting by Conventional Statistical Methods and Machine Learning Techniques," Proceedings of 2021 annual IEEE Canada Electrical Power and Energy Conference (EPEC2021), pp. 1-6, Virtual Conference, Oct. 22-31, 2021.

[96] Uzair Zaman*, Hamid Teimourzadeh, Elias Hassani Sangani*, Xiaodong Liang, and Chi Yung Chung, "Wind Speed Forecasting Using ARMA and Neural Network Models," Proceedings of 2021 annual IEEE Canada Electrical Power and Energy Conference (EPEC2021), pp. 1-6, Virtual Conference, Oct. 22-31, 2021.

[95] Aman Samson Mogos*, Md. Salauddin, Xiaodong Liang, and Chi Yung Chung, "Very Short-Term Wind Speed Prediction Techniques Using Machine Learning," Proceedings of 2021 IEEE Canadian Conference of Electrical and Computer Engineering (CCECE), pp. 1-6, Virtual Conference, Sept. 12-17, 2021.

[94] Mehdi Abbasipour*, Mosayeb Afshari Igder*, and Xiaodong Liang, "Data-Driven Wind Speed Forecasting Techniques Using Hybrid Neural Network Methods," Proceedings of 2021 IEEE Canadian Conference of Electrical and Computer Engineering (CCECE), pp. 1-6, Virtual Conference, Sept. 12-17, 2021.

[93] Xiaodong Liang, and Mehdi Abbasipour*, "HVDC Transmission and Its Potential Application in Remote Communities: a Review," Proceedings of 2021 56th IEEE Industry Applications Society (IAS) Annual Meeting, Virtual Conference, October 10 - 14, 2021.

[92] Xiaodong Liang, Md Abu Saaklayen*, Mosayeb Afshari Igder*, Shah Mohammad Rezwanul Haque Shawon*, and Sherif O. Faried, "Microgrid Formation and Service Restoration in Distribution Systems: a Review," Proceedings of 2021 56th IEEE Industry Applications Society (IAS) Annual Meeting, Virtual Conference, October 10 - 14, 2021.

[91] Chenyang Wang, Xiaodong Liang, and Emerson Adajar, "Effective Design and Testing of Portable Equipotential Zone Mats", Proceedings of 57th IEEE Industrial and Commercial Power System (I&CPS) Technical Conference, pp. 1-7, held virtually on April 27-30, 2021.

[90] Iraj Rahimi Pordanjani, Xiaodong Liang, Yunfei Wang, and Astried Schneider, "Single-Phase Ferroresonance in an Ungrounded System Causing Surge Arresters Failure during the System Energization", Proceedings of 57th IEEE Industrial and Commercial Power System (I&CPS) Technical Conference, pp. 1-8, Virtual Conference, April 27-30, 2021.

[89] Md Nasmus Sakib Khan Shabbir*, Xiaodong Liang, Weixing Li, and Nahidul Khan, “Analytical Approach Based Reactive Power Capability Curve for DFIG Wind Power Plants,” Proceedings of 55th IEEE Industry Applications Society Annual Meeting, pp.1-9, Detroit, Michigan USA, October 11 - 15, 2020.

[88] Chenyang Wang, Xiaodong Liang, Emerson Adajar, and Paul Loewen, “Seasonal Variations of Tower Footing Impedance in Various Transmission Line Grounding Systems”, Proceedings of 55th IEEE Industry Applications Society Annual Meeting, pp.1-8, Detroit, Michigan USA, October 11 - 15, 2020.

[87] Shafi Md Kawsar Zaman*, Xiaodong Liang, and Lihong Zhang, "Induction Motor Fault Diagnosis Using Graph-Based Semi-Supervised Learning," Proceedings of 33rd Canadian Conference on Electrical and Computer Engineering (CCECE), pp. 1-5, London, Ontario, Canada, April 26-29, 2020.

[86] Md Nasmus Sakib Khan Shabbir*, and Xiaodong Liang, "A DFFT and Coherence Analysis-Based Fault Diagnosis Approach for Induction Motors Fed by Variable Frequency Drives," Proceedings of 33rd Canadian Conference on Electrical and Computer Engineering (CCECE), pp. 1-5, London, Ontario, Canada, April 26-29, 2020.

[85] Shafi Md Kawsar Zaman*, Xiaodong Liang, and Huaguang Zhang, "Graph-Based Semi-Supervised Learning for Induction Motors Single- and Multi-Fault Diagnosis Using Stator Current Signal," Proceedings of 56th IEEE Industrial and Commercial Power System (I&CPS) Technical Conference, pp. 1-10, Las Vegas, Nevada, United States, April 27-30, 2020.

[84] Chowdhury Andalib-Bin-Karim*, Xiaodong Liang, Weixing Li, Massimo Mitolo, and Md Nasmus Sakib Khan Shabbir*, "Improving Reactive Power Sharing in Microgrids by Adaptive Virtual Impedance Approach," Proceedings of 56th IEEE Industrial and Commercial Power System (I&CPS) Technical Conference, pp. 1-10, Las Vegas, Nevada, United States, April 27-30, 2020.

[83] Hla U May Marma*, and Xiaodong Liang, "Composite Load Model and Transfer Function Based Load Model for High Motor Composition Load", Proceedings of the 2019 annual IEEE Canada Electrical Power and Energy Conference (EPEC), pp. 1-5, Montréal, Québec, Canada, October 16-18, 2019.

[82] Mohammad Zawad Ali*, Md Nasmus Sakib Khan Shabbir*, Shafi Md Kawsar Zaman*, and Xiaodong Liang, “Machine Learning Based Fault Diagnosis for Single- and Multi-Faults for Induction Motors Fed by Variable Frequency Drives”, Proceedings of 54th IEEE Industry Applications Society (IAS) Annual Meeting, pp. 1-14, Baltimore, Maryland, USA, September 29 - October 3, 2019.

[81] Xiaodong Liang, Mohammad Zawad Ali*, and Huaguang Zhang, "Fault Diagnosis for Induction Motors Using Finite Element Method – A Review", Proceedings of 54th IEEE Industry Applications Society (IAS) Annual Meeting, pp. 1-11, Baltimore, Maryland, USA, September 29 - October 3, 2019.

[80] Chenyang Wang*, Xiaodong Liang, and Fabio Freschi, “Factors Affecting Induced Voltages on Underground Pipelines due to Inductive Coupling with Nearby Transmission Lines”, Proceedings of 54th IEEE Industry Applications Society (IAS) Annual Meeting, pp. 1-8, Baltimore, Maryland, USA, September 29 - October 3, 2019.

[79] Hla U May Marma*, Xiaodong Liang, Weixing Li, and Huaguang Zhang, “Comparative Study of Transfer Function Based Load Model and Composite Load Model”, Proceedings of 54th IEEE Industry Applications Society (IAS) Annual Meeting, pp. 1-13, Baltimore, Maryland, USA, September 29 - October 3, 2019.

[78] Matthew Carter*, and Xiaodong Liang, "Implementation of Power System Stabilizers in a Power Grid: A Case Study," Proceedings of IEEE Canadian Conference of Electrical and Computer Engineering (CCECE) 2019, pp. 1-4, Edmonton, AB, Canada, May 5-8, 2019.

[77] Muhammad Sifatul Alam Chowdhury*, and Xiaodong Liang, "Comparative Characteristic Analysis of Circular and Double D Power Pads for Electric Vehicle Wireless Charging Systems," Proceedings of IEEE Canadian Conference of Electrical and Computer Engineering (CCECE) 2019, pp. 1-4, Edmonton, AB, Canada, May 5-8, 2019.

[76] Muhammad Sifatul Alam Chowdhury*, and Xiaodong Liang, "Design of a Ferrite-Less Power Pad for Wireless Charging Systems of Electric Vehicles," Proceedings of IEEE Canadian Conference of Electrical and Computer Engineering (CCECE) 2019, pp. 1-4, Edmonton, AB, Canada, May 5-8, 2019.

[75] Shafi Md Kawsar Zaman*, Hla U May Marma*, and Xiaodong Liang, "Broken Rotor Bar Fault Diagnosis for Induction Motors Using Power Spectral Density and Complex Continuous Wavelet Transform Methods," Proceedings of IEEE Canadian Conference of Electrical and Computer Engineering (CCECE) 2019, pp. 1-4, Edmonton, AB, Canada, May 5-8, 2019.

[74] Mohammad Zawad Ali*, and Xiaodong Liang, "Induction Motor Fault Diagnosis Using Discrete Wavelet Transform," Proceedings of IEEE Canadian Conference of Electrical and Computer Engineering (CCECE) 2019, pp. 1-4, Edmonton, AB, Canada, May 5-8, 2019.

[73] Muhammad Sifatul Alam Chowdhury*, and Xiaodong Liang, "Power Transfer Efficiency Evaluation of Different Power Pads for Electric Vehicle’s Wireless Charging Systems", Proceedings of IEEE Canadian Conference of Electrical and Computer Engineering (CCECE) 2019, pp. 1-4, Edmonton, AB, Canada, May 5-8, 2019.

[72] Yunfei Wang, Xiaodong Liang, Iraj Rahimi Pordanjani, Ryan Cui, Ali Jafari, and Colin Clark, "Ferroresonance Causing Sustained High Voltage at A De-energized 138 kV Bus: A Case Study," Proceedings of 55th IEEE Industrial & Commercial Power Systems (I&CPS) Technical Conference, pp. 1-9, Calgary, AB, Canada, May 5-8, 2019.

[71] Yu Zhang, Ting Hu, Xiaodong Liang, Mohammad Zawad Ali*, and Md Nasmus Sakib Khan Shabbir*, "Fault Detection and Classification for Induction Motors using Genetic Programming", Proceedings of the 22nd European Conference on Genetic Programming (EuroGP), Lecture Notes in Computer Science, vol. 11451, pp.178-193, April 2019.

[70] Xiaodong Liang, Xiaodi Yan*, and Nahidul Khan, "Measurement-Based Characteristic Curves at Point of Interconnection of Wind Farms", Proceedings of The 18th annual IEEE Canada Electrical Power and Energy Conference (EPEC 2018), pp. 1-5, Toronto, ON, Canada, October 10-11, 2018.

[69] Xiaodong Liang, and Ahmad El-Kadri, "Factors Affecting Electrical Submersible Pump Systems Operation", Proceedings of The 18th annual IEEE Canada Electrical Power and Energy Conference (EPEC 2018), pp. 1-6, Toronto, ON, Canada, October 10-11, 2018.

[68] Mohammad Zawad Ali*, Md Nasmus Sakib Khan Shabbir*, Xiaodong Liang, Yu Zhang, and Ting Hu, "Experimental Investigation of Machine Learning Based Fault Diagnosis for Induction Motors", Proceedings of 2018 IEEE Industry Applications Society (IAS) Annual Meeting, pp. 1-14, Portland, OR, USA, September 23 - 27, 2018.

[67] Md Nasmus Sakib Khan Shabbir*, Xiaodong Liang, Weixing Li, Anh Minh Le*, and Nahidul Khan, "A Data-Driven Voltage Control Approach for Grid-Connected Wind Power Plants", Proceedings of 2018 IEEE Industry Applications Society (IAS) Annual Meeting, pp. 1-14, Portland, OR, USA, September 23 - 27, 2018.

[66] Xiaodong Liang, and Muhammad Sifatul Alam Chowdhury*, "Emerging Wireless Charging Systems for Electric Vehicles – Achieving High Power Transfer Efficiency: A Review", Proceedings of 2018 IEEE Industry Applications Society (IAS) Annual Meeting, pp. 1-14, Portland, OR, USA, September 23 - 27, 2018.

[65] Amir Ahadi*, and Xiaodong Liang, "Wind Speed Time Series Predicted by Neural Network", Proceedings of the 31st Annual IEEE Canadian Conference on Electrical and Computer Engineering (CCECE 2018), pp. 1-4, Québec City, Québec, Canada, May 13-16, 2018.

[64] Amir Ahadi*, and Xiaodong Liang, "Generation Adequacy Evaluation Using Fuzzy C–Means Method – A Case Study", Proceedings of the 31st Annual IEEE Canadian Conference on Electrical and Computer Engineering (CCECE 2018), pp. 1-4, Québec City, Québec, Canada, May 13-16, 2018.

[63] Kenneth Edomwandekhoe*, and Xiaodong Liang, "Current Spectral Analysis of Broken Rotor Bar Faults for Induction Motors", Proceedings of the 31st Annual IEEE Canadian Conference on Electrical and Computer Engineering (CCECE 2018), pp. 1-5, Québec City, Québec, Canada, May 13-16, 2018.

[62] Md Nasmus Sakib Khan Shabbir*, Mohammad Zawad Ali*, Muhammad Sifatul Alam Chowdhury*, and Xiaodong Liang, “A Probabilistic Approach for Peak Load Demand Forecasting”, Proceedings of the 31st Annual IEEE Canadian Conference on Electrical and Computer Engineering (CCECE 2018), pp. 1-4, Québec City, Québec, Canada, May 13-16, 2018.

[61] Md Nasmus Sakib Khan Shabbir*, and Xiaodong Liang, “Feasibility Analysis and Design of a Concentrated Solar Power Plant”, Proceedings of the 31st Annual IEEE Canadian Conference on Electrical and Computer Engineering (CCECE 2018), pp. 1-4, Québec City, Québec, Canada, May 13-16, 2018.

[60] Muhammad Sifatul Alam Chowdhury*, Md. Arman Uddin, Khandakar Abdulla Al Mamun, Xiaodong Liang, and Amir Ahadi*, “Concentrated Solar Power Generation in A Remote Island”, Proceedings of the 31st Annual IEEE Canadian Conference on Electrical and Computer Engineering (CCECE 2018), pp. 1-4, Québec City, Québec, Canada, May 13-16, 2018.

[59] Mohammad Zawad Ali*, Md Nasmus Sakib Khan Shabbir*, Muhammad Sifatul Alam Chowdhury*, Arko Ghosh, and Xiaodong Liang, “Regression Models of Critical Parameters Affecting Peak Load Demand Forecasting”, Proceedings of the 31st Annual IEEE Canadian Conference on Electrical and Computer Engineering (CCECE 2018), pp. 1-4, Québec City, Québec, Canada, May 13-16, 2018.

[58] Yunfei Wang*, Xiaodong Liang, Michael Jackman, and Hooman Mazin, "Root Cause Investigation of Over-Current Ground Relay Tripping during Energizing Parallel Autotransformers", Proceedings of IEEE 54th Industrial and Commercial Power Systems (I&CPS) Conference, pp. 1-11, Niagara Falls, ON, Canada, May 7-10, 2018.

[57] Kenneth Edomwandekhoe*, and Xiaodong Liang, "Advanced Feature Selection for Broken Rotor Bar Faults in Induction Motors", Proceedings of IEEE 54th Industrial and Commercial Power Systems (I&CPS) Conference, pp. 1-10, Niagara Falls, ON, Canada, May 7-10, 2018.

[56] Xiaodong Liang, Yi He*, Massimo Mitolo, and Weixing Li, "Support Vector Machine Based Dynamic Load Model Using Synchrophasor Data", Proceedings of IEEE 54th Industrial and Commercial Power Systems (I&CPS) Conference, pp. 1-11, Niagara Falls, ON, Canada, May 7-10, 2018.

[55] Xiaodong Liang, “A Universal Synchrophasor Based Test Platform”, Proceedings of the 17th annual IEEE Canada Electrical Power and Energy Conference (EPEC 2017), pp. 1-6, Saskatoon, SK, Canada, October 22-25, 2017.

[54] Xiaodong Liang, “Temperature Estimation and Vibration Monitoring for Induction Motors”, Proceedings of the 17th annual IEEE Canada Electrical Power and Energy Conference (EPEC 2017), pp. 1-6, Saskatoon, SK, Canada, October 22-25, 2017.

[53] Chowdhury Andalib-Bin-Karim*, Xiaodong Liang, and Huaguang Zhang, “Fuzzy Secondary Controller Based Virtual Synchronous Machine Control Scheme for Microgrids”, Proceedings of 2017 IEEE Industry Applications Society (IAS) Annual Meeting, pp. 1-14, Cincinnati, OH, USA, October 1- 5, 2017.

[52] Xiaodong Liang, and Chowdhury Andalib-Bin-Karim*, “Harmonic Mitigation through Advanced Control Methods in Grid-Connected Renewable Energy Sources”, Proceedings of 2017 IEEE Industry Applications Society (IAS) Annual Meeting, pp. 1-12, Cincinnati, OH, USA, October 1- 5, 2017.

[51] Xiaodong Liang, and Kenneth Ik Edomwandekhoe*, “Condition Monitoring Techniques for Induction Motors”, Proceedings of 2017 IEEE Industry Applications Society (IAS) Annual Meeting, pp. 1-10, Cincinnati, OH, USA, October 1- 5, 2017.

[50] Xiaodong Liang, Hooman Erfanian Mazin, and Syed Enam Reza*, "Probabilistic Generation and Transmission Planning With Renewable Energy Integration", Proceedings of 2017 IEEE Industrial and Commercial Power Systems (I&CPS) Conference, pp. 1-9, May 7th - 11th, Niagara Falls, ON, Canada, 2017.

[49] Amir Ahadi*, Xiaodong Liang, and Weixing Li, "An Analytical Method for Wind Energy Potential, Reliability, and Cost Assessment for Wind Generation Systems", Proceedings of 2017 IEEE Industrial and Commercial Power Systems (I&CPS) Conference, pp. 1-11, May 7th - 11th, Niagara Falls, ON, Canada, 2017.

[48] Chowdhury Andalib-Bin-Karim*, Xiaodong Liang, Nahidul Khan, and Huaguang Zhang, "Determine Q-V Characteristics of Grid Connected Wind Farms for Voltage Control Using Data Driven Analytics Approach", Proceedings of 2017 IEEE Industrial and Commercial Power Systems (I&CPS) Conference, pp. 1-14, May 7th - 11th, Niagara Falls, ON, Canada, 2017.

[47] Shengqiang Li, Xiaodong Liang, and Wilsun Xu, "Dynamic Load Modeling for Industrial Facilities Using Template and PSS/E Composite Load Model Structure CLOD", Proceedings of 2017 IEEE Industrial and Commercial Power Systems (I&CPS) Conference, pp. 1-9, May 7th - 11th, Niagara Falls, ON, Canada, 2017.

[46] Amir Ahadi*, and Xiaodong Liang, "A Stand-Alone Hybrid Renewable Energy System Assessment Using Cost Optimization Method", Proceedings of the IEEE Industrial Electronics Society's 18th International Conf. on Industrial Technology (ICIT), pp. 1-6, Toronto, Canada, March 22-25, 2017.

[45] Chowdhury Andalib-Bin-Karim*, Xiaodong Liang, and Hasab-Ul Alam Chowdhury, "Generation Reliability Assessment of Stand-Alone Hybrid Power System - A Case Study", Proceedings of the IEEE Industrial Electronics Society's 18th International Conf. on Industrial Technology (ICIT), pp. 1-6, Toronto, Canada, March 22-25, 2017.

[44] Amir Ahadi*, Syed Enam Reza*, and Xiaodong Liang, "Probabilistic Reliability Evaluation for Power Systems with High Penetration of Renewable Power Generation", Proceedings of the IEEE Industrial Electronics Society's 18th International Conf. on Industrial Technology (ICIT), pp. 1-5, Toronto, Canada, March 22-25, 2017.

[43] Xiaodong Liang, and Scott A. Wallace, "Processing Synchrophasor Data Using a Feature Selection Procedure", Proceedings of IEEE PES Asia-Pacific Power and Energy Engineering Conference 2016 (IEEE PES APPEEC 2016), pp. 1-5, Xi'an, China, Oct. 25-28, 2016.

[42] Xiaodong Liang, and Chowdhury Andalib Bin Karim*, "Virtual Synchronous Machine Method in Renewable Energy Integration", Proceedings of IEEE PES Asia-Pacific Power and Energy Engineering Conference 2016 (IEEE PES APPEEC 2016), pp. 1-5, Xi'an, China, Oct. 25-28, 2016.

[41] Xiaodong Liang, and Chenyang Wang, "Factors Affecting Ground Potential Rise and Fault Currents along Transmission Lines with Multi-Grounded Shield Wires", Proceedings of 2016 IEEE Industry Applications Society (IAS) Annual Meeting, pp. 1-12, Portland, OR, USA, October 2-6, 2016.

[40] Xiaodong Liang, Scott A. Wallace, and Duc Nguyen*, "Rule-Based Data-Driven Analytics for Wide-Area Fault Detection Using Synchrophasor Data", Proceedings of 2016 IEEE Industry Applications Society (IAS) Annual Meeting, pp. 1-9, Portland, OR, USA, October 2-6, 2016.

[39] Xiaodong Liang, "Emerging Power Quality Challenges Due to Integration of Renewable Energy Sources", Proceedings of 2016 IEEE Industry Applications Society (IAS) Annual Meeting, pp. 1-9, Portland, OR, USA, October 2-6, 2016.

[38] Xiaodong Liang, "Innovative Design and Feasibility Study for a Subsea Electrical Submersible Pump System", Proceedings of 2016 IEEE 52nd Industrial and Commercial Power System Conference, pp. 1-10, Detroit, Michigan, USA, May 1-5, 2016.

[37] Xiaodong Liang, "A New Composite Load Model Structure for Industrial Facilities", Proceedings of 2016 IEEE 52nd Industrial and Commercial Power System Conference, pp. 1-10, Detroit, Michigan, USA, May 1-5, 2016.

[36] Duc Nguyen*, Richard Barella*, Scott Wallace, Xinghui Zhao, and Xiaodong Liang, "Smart Grid Line Event Classification Using Supervised Learning Over PMU Data Streams", Proceedings of the Sixth International Green and Sustainable Computing Conference (IGSC15), Las Vegas, United States, pp. 1-8, Dec 14, 2015.

[35] Omid Ghoreishi, Xiaodong Liang, and Wilsun Xu, "Phase-to-Phase Communication Scheme for Downhole Monitoring Tool Design in Electrical Submersible Pump Systems", Proceedings of 2015 IEEE Industry Application Society (IAS) Annual meeting, Dallas, United States, pp. 1-13, Oct 18-22, 2015.

[34] Xiaodong Liang, and John Hofman*, "Trip Curves and Ride-Through Evaluation for Power Electronics Devices in Power System Dynamic Studies", Proceedings of 2015 IEEE Industry Application Society (IAS) Annual meeting, Dallas, United States, pp. 1-8, Oct 18-22, 2015.

[33] Xiaodong Liang, and Bagen Bagen, "Probabilistic Planning and Risk Analysis for Renewable Power Generation System", Proceedings of CIGRE Canada Conference, pp. 1-8, Winnipeg, Manitoba, August 31-September 2, 2015.

[32] Xiaodong Liang, and Wilsun Xu, "Downhole Monitoring Tool Design Using Power Line Disturbances", Proceedings of 2015 IEEE 51st Industrial and Commercial Power System (I&CPS) Conference, pp. 1-11, Calgary, Canada, May 5-8, 2015.

[31] Xiaodong Liang, Sherif O. Faried, and Ahmed M. El-Serafi, "Space Harmonics of Synchronous Machines Calculated by Finite Element Method", Proceedings of 2015 IEEE 51st Industrial and Commercial Power System (I&CPS) Conference, pp. 1-12, Calgary, Canada, May 5-8, 2015.

[30] Xiaodong Liang, Narayan C. Kar, and Joe Liu, “Load Filter Design Method for Medium Voltage Drive Applications in Electrical Submersible Pump Systems”, Proceedings of 2014 IEEE Industry Applications Society (IAS) Annual Meeting, pp. 1-14, Vancouver, BC, Canada, October 5-9, 2014.

[29] Xiaodong Liang, Bagen Bagen, and David Wenzhong Gao, “An Effective Approach to Reducing Arc Flash Hazards in Power Systems”, Proceedings of 2014 IEEE Industry Applications Society (IAS) Annual Meeting, pp. 1-9, Vancouver, BC, Canada, October 5-9, 2014.

[28] Xiaodong Liang, Scott A. Wallace, and Xinghui Zhao, “A Technique for Detecting Wide-Area Single-Line-To-Ground Faults”, Proceedings of 2nd IEEE Conference on Technologies for Sustainability (SusTech), pp. 121 - 124, Portland, Oregon, USA, July 24-26, 2014.

[27] Shengqiang Li, Wilsun Xu, and Xiaodong Liang, "Dynamic Model for Paper Mill Facilities Using Template-Based Load Modeling Technique", Proceedings of IEEE 50th Industrial and Commercial Power System (I&CPS) conference, pp. 1-11, Fort Worth, Texas, USA, May 20-23, 2014.

[26] Shengqiang Li, Xiaodong Liang, and Wilsun Xu, "Modeling DC Motor Drive Systems in Power System Dynamic Studies", Proceedings of IEEE 50th Industrial and Commercial Power System (I&CPS) conference, pp. 1-11, Fort Worth, Texas, USA, May 20-23, 2014.

[25] Xiaodong Liang, and Wilsun Xu, “Modeling Variable Frequency Drives and Motor Systems in Power Systems Dynamic Studies”, Proceedings of 2013 IEEE Industry Applications Society (IAS) Annual Meeting, pp. 1-11, Orlando, Florida, USA, October 6-11, 2013.

[24] Xiaodong Liang, Shengqiang Li, and Wilsun Xu, "A New Approach to Creating Dynamic Models for Industrial Facilities", Proceedings of 2013 CIGRE Canadian Conference, pp. 1-9, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, September 9 - 11, 2013.

[23] Xiaodong Liang, John Stevens, and Dwayne Kelly, "Subsea Cable Applications in Offshore Oil Field Facilities", Proceedings of 2013 SPE Offshore Europe Oil and Gas Conference and Exhibition, pp. 156-167, Aberdeen, UK, September 3-6, 2013.

[22] Xiaodong Liang, Ahmed El-Kadri, John Stevens, and Rotimi Adedun, "Frequency Response Analysis for Phase-Shifting Transformers in Oil Field Facilities", Proceedings of 2013 IEEE 49th Industrial and Commercial Power Systems (I&CPS) Conference, pp. 1-10, Evergreen Marriott, Stone Mountain, GA, USA, 30 Apr - 03 May, 2013.

[21] Xiaodong Liang, and C.Y. Chung, "Bus Split Algorithm for Aggregation of Induction Motors and Synchronous Motors in Dynamic Load Modeling", Proceedings of 2013 IEEE 49th Industrial and Commercial Power Systems (I&CPS) Conference, pp. 1-12, Evergreen Marriott, Stone Mountain, GA, USA, 30 Apr - 03 May 2013.

[20] Xiaodong Liang, and Ernesto Fleming, "Power Consumption Evaluation for Electrical Submersible Pump Systems", Proceedings of 2012 IEEE 48th Industrial and Commercial Power Systems (I&CPS) Conference, pp. 1-6, Louisville, Kentucky, USA, 19 May-25 May 2012.

[19] Xiaodong Liang, Obinna Ilochonwu, and Rotimi Adedun, "Dynamic Response of Variable Frequency Drives in Electrical Submersible Pump Systems", Proceedings of 2012 IEEE 48th Industrial and Commercial Power Systems (I&CPS) Conference, pp. 1-11, Louisville, Kentucky, USA, 19 May - 25 May 2012.

[18] Xiaodong Liang, and Rotimi Adedun, "Load Harmonics Analysis and Mitigation", Proceedings of 2012 IEEE 48th Industrial and Commercial Power Systems (I&CPS) Conference, pp. 1-8, Louisville, Kentucky, USA, 19 May - 25 May 2012.

[17] Xiaodong Liang, Obinna Ilochonwu, and Jeffrey Lim, "Influence of Reactors on Input Harmonics of Variable Frequency Drives", Proceedings of 2011 IEEE 47th Industrial and Commercial Power Systems (I&CPS) Conference, pp. 1-9, Newport Beach, California, USA, May 1-5, 2011.

[16] Xiaodong Liang, Jeffrey Lim, and Obinna Ilochonwu, "Power System Optimization for Industrial Facilities Using Power Studies", Proceedings of 2011 IEEE 47th Industrial and Commercial Power Systems (I&CPS) Conference, pp. 1-7, Newport Beach, California, USA, May 1-5, 2011.

[15] Xiaodong Liang, and Obinna Ilochonwu, "Induction Motor Starting in Practical Industrial Applications", Proceedings of 2010 IEEE 46th Industrial and Commercial Power Systems (I&CPS) Conference, pp. 1-10, Tallahassee, Florida, USA, May 9-13, 2010.

[14] Xiaodong Liang, and Joe Liu, "Generators Operating with Variable Frequency Drives in an Offshore Facility", Proceedings of 2010 IEEE Canadian Conference on Electrical and Computer Engineering (CCECE), pp. 1-7, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, May 2-5, 2010.

[13] Xiaodong Liang, and Obinna Ilochonwu, "Passive Harmonic Filter Design Scheme for Subsea Cable Application with 6-pulse Variable Frequency Drives", Proceedings of 2009 IEEE Energy Conversion Congress and Exposition (ECCE), pp. 597–603, San Jose, California, USA, September 20-24, 2009.

[12] Xiaodong Liang, and Sherif O. Faried, "Subsea Cables Application in Electrical Submersible Pump Systems", Proceedings of 2009 IEEE 45th Industrial and Commercial Power Systems (I&CPS) Conference, pp. 1–9, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, May 3-7, 2009.

[11] Xiaodong Liang, and Jeffrey Lim, "Power Systems Protection in an Oil Field Distribution System", Proceedings of 2009 IEEE 45th Industrial and Commercial Power Systems (I&CPS) Conference, pp. 1–8, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, May 3-7, 2009.

[10] A.M. El-Serafi, X. Liang, and S.O. Faried, "Factors Affecting the Accuracy of Determining the Saturated Synchronous Machines Cross-Magnetizing Parameters by the Finite Element Method", Proceedings of the XVIII International Conference on Electrical Machines (ICEM'2008), pp. 1–6, Vilamoura (Algarve), Portugal, September 6-9, 2008.

[9] Xiaodong Liang, and William Jackson, "Influence of Subsea Cables on Offshore Power Distribution Systems", Proceedings of 2008 IEEE Industry Applications Society Annual Meeting, pp. 1–7, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, Oct. 5-9, 2008.

[8] Xiaodong Liang, and William Jackson, "Investigation of Non-Linear Devices Modeled as a Harmonic Current Source", Proceedings of 2008 IEEE 44th Industrial and Commercial Power Systems (I&CPS) Conference, pp. 1 – 7, Clearwater Beach, Florida, USA, May 4-8, 2008.

[7] Xiaodong Liang, Ryan Laughy, and Joe Liu, "Investigation of Induction Motors Starting and Operation with Variable Frequency Drives", Proceedings of 2007 IEEE Canadian Conference on Electrical and Computer Engineering (CCECE), pp. 556–561, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, April 22-26, 2007.

[6] Ryan Laughy, Joe Liu, and Xiaodong Liang, "Induction Motors Starting for ESP System Applications", Proceedings of ESP Workshop, SPE International Conference, The Woodlands, pp. 1–9, Texas, USA, April 25-27, 2007.

[5] Xiaodong Liang, Yilmaz Luy, and Don O. Koval, "Investigations of Input Harmonic Distortions of Variable Frequency Drives", Proceedings of 2007 IEEE 43rd Industrial and Commercial Power Systems (I&CPS) Conference, pp. 1–11, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, May 6-9, 2007.

[4] Xiaodong Liang, William Jackson, and Ryan Laughy, "Transformer Winding Connections for Practical Industrial Applications", Proceedings of 2007 IEEE PCIC (Petroleum and Chemical Industry Committee) Conference, pp. 1–9, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, September 17-19, 2007.

[3] Xiaodong Liang, and Yilmaz Luy, "Harmonic Analysis for Induction Motors", Proceedings of 2006 IEEE Canadian Conference on Electrical and Computer Engineering (CCECE), pp. 172–177, Ottawa, Canada, May 7-10, 2006.

[2] A.M. El-Serafi, Xiaodong Liang, and S.O. Faried, "Determination of the parameters representing the cross-magnetizing phenomenon in saturated synchronous machines by the finite element method", Proceedings of the 15th International Conference on Electrical Machines (ICEM'2002), pp. 1–4, Bruges, Belgium, August 26-28, 2002.

[1] Xiaodong Liang, Decheng Li, Zhongshu Lu, and Yiquan Wang, "A new Design Method of the Induction Motor with a Double-Layer Rotor", Proceedings of the International Conference on Electrical Machines and Applications, ICEMA'96, Harbin, P. R. China, Vol.1, pp. 332-335, 1996.

Refereed Conference Papers (submitted)

[1] Salman Abdi, Malihe Heidary, Hamidreza Mosaddegh-Hesar*, Xiaodong Liang, Ehsan Abdi, and Richard McMahon, "Feasibility Study of the Fractional Slot Distributed Winding Design for Brushless Doubly-Fed Machine," submitted to 2024 International Conference on Electrical Machines (ICEM24) (under review). 

Non-Refereed Conference Papers

[14] Muhammad Sifatul Alam Chowdhury*, and Xiaodong Liang, "A Comparative Approach to Select Power Pad for Electric Vehicle Wireless Charging System", 2018 Annual IEEE Newfoundland Electrical and Computer Engineering Conference (NECEC), pp. 1-5, St. John's, Canada, November 2018.

[13] Shafi Md Kawsar Zaman*, and Xiaodong Liang, "Power System Stability Evaluation Using Dynamic Model of a Fixed Speed Induction Generator", 2018 Annual IEEE Newfoundland Electrical and Computer Engineering Conference (NECEC), pp. 1-5, St. John's, Canada, November 2018.

[12] MD Nasmus Sakib Khan Shabbir*, and Xiaodong Liang, "A Soft-switching Charging System Design for Electric Vehicles", 2018 Annual IEEE Newfoundland Electrical and Computer Engineering Conference (NECEC), pp. 1-5, St. John's, Canada, November 2018.

[11] Mohammad Zawad Ali*, and Xiaodong Liang, "Characterization of Different Broken Rotor Bar Faults of Induction Motors by Orthogonal Matching Pursuit", 2018 Annual IEEE Newfoundland Electrical and Computer Engineering Conference (NECEC), pp. 1-5, St. John's, Canada, November 2018.

[10] Hla U May Marma*, and Xiaodong Liang, "Fire Hazard Investigation in Garments Industry: A Case Study", 2018 Annual IEEE Newfoundland Electrical and Computer Engineering Conference (NECEC), pp. 1-5, St. John's, Canada, November 2018.

[9] Amir Ahadi*, and Xiaodong Liang, "A Fuzzy C-means Based Clustering Technique for Wind Farm Generation Adequacy Evaluation", 2017 Annual IEEE Newfoundland Electrical and Computer Engineering Conference (NECEC), pp. 1-5, St. John's, Canada, November 2017.

[8] Md Nasmus Sakib Khan Shabbir*, and Xiaodong Liang, "Feasibility Analysis and Design of a Parabolic Trough CSP Power Plant in Bangladesh", 2017 Annual IEEE Newfoundland Electrical and Computer Engineering Conference (NECEC), pp. 1-5, St. John's, Canada, November 2017.

[7] Muhammad Sifatul Alam Chowdhury*, and Xiaodong Liang, "Prospect of Concentrated Solar Power to Mitigate Power Crisis in Islands of Bangladesh", 2017 Annual IEEE Newfoundland Electrical and Computer Engineering Conference (NECEC), pp. 1-5, St. John's, Canada, November 2017.

[6] Chowdhury Andalib-Bin-Karim*, and Xiaodong Liang, "A Comparative Study between Droop and Virtual Synchronous Generator based Inverter Control for Voltage and Frequency Regulation in Microgrids", 2017 Annual IEEE Newfoundland Electrical and Computer Engineering Conference (NECEC), pp. 1-5, St. John's, Canada, November 2017.

[5] Kenneth Edomwandekhoe, and Xiaodong Liang, "The Incipient Detection of Induction Motor Broken Rotor Bar Fault by YUL AR and MUSIC Pseudo Spectrum Method", 2017 Annual IEEE Newfoundland Electrical and Computer Engineering Conference (NECEC), pp. 1-5, St. John's, Canada, November 2017.

[4] Amir Ahadi*, and Xiaodong Liang, "An Analytical Method for Assessment of Wind Resource and Wind Energy Potential in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada", 2016 Annual IEEE Newfoundland Electrical and Computer Engineering Conference (NECEC), pp. 1-5, St. John's, Canada, November 2016.

[3] Syed E Reza*, and Xiaodong Liang, "Probabilistic Reliability Evaluation for Power Systems with High Penetration of Wind Power", 2016 Annual IEEE Newfoundland Electrical and Computer Engineering Conference (NECEC), pp. 1-5, St. John's, Canada, November 2016.

[2] Chowdhury Andalib-Bin-Karim*, and Xiaodong Liang, "Virtual Synchronous Machine Method for Power Quality Improvement in Grid Connected Renewable Energy System", 2016 Annual IEEE Newfoundland Electrical and Computer Engineering Conference (NECEC), pp. 1-5, St. John's, Canada, November 2016.

[1] Xiaodong Liang, "Practical Issues and Solutions for Design and Operation of Electrical Submersible Pump Systems", 2015 Annual IEEE Newfoundland Electrical and Computer Engineering Conference (NECEC), pp. 1-5, St. John's, Canada, November 2015.