Dr V. Usha Reddy is working as Assistant Professor in Dept of EEE at S V University College of Engineering since 2007. She has obtained B.Tech from JNTUH in 2003, M.Tech(2007) from SVU and Ph.D (2016) from JNTUH. She has guided 36 MTech students, guiding 3 research students. She has 47 journal publications and 8 conference publications. She has applied for Patent and has one book publication. She served as Deputy Warden for women’s hostel, as coordinator for NAAC and NBA and as member in various committees at college and dept level. She acted as reviewer for INSPIRE AWARDS-MANAK for 2021-22, 2020-21, National Innovation Foundation-India. She has organized one Short Term Course, three Workshops, one International conference and one national Seminar and one Techhack. She has NPTEL and course era certifications. She has membership in professional bodies like Institute of Engineers (MIE), IEEE, ISCA & ISTE. She acted as resource person for various international and national conferences and workshops.
General Publications
2020-21
- Mohan and Dr V. Usha Reddy, “Design and Analysis of Fractional Order PID Control for Three Phase Standalone Hybrid PV-Wind Generation”, Mukt Shabd Journal, Impact Factor (SJIF): 4.6, ISSN no: 2347-3150, Vol.10, Issue. 3, pp. 828-839, March 2021(UGC CARE Group-I list journal)
2019-20
- Karunakar Babu and Dr V. Usha Reddy, “Implementation of Maximum Power Point Tracking Technique based on ANFIS controller for the Photovoltaic Systems”, The International Journal of Analytical and Experimental Modal Analysis (IJAEMA), Impact Factor (SJIF): 6.3, ISSN no: 0886-9367,Vol.XII, Issue. 1, pp. 344-355, January 2020(UGC CARE list journal)
- Bhagyasree and Dr V. Usha Reddy, “Frequency Regulation of Wind Power Generator and PHEVs for Micro grid by using Centralized control and Fuzzy System”, Compliance Engineering Journal (CEJ), Impact Factor (SJIF): 6.1, ISSN no: 0898-3577, Vol.11, Issue. 1, pp. 103-116, January 2020(UGC CARE list journal)
- Santhosh Kumar and Dr V. Usha Reddy, “Analysis of transformer less UPFC based on fuzzy controller”, Journal of Engineering Sciences (JES), Impact Factor (SJIF) :6.54, ISSN no: 0377-9254, Vol.10, Issue no.12, pp. 1111-1122, December-2019(UGC CARE list Group –II journal).
2018-19
- Haritha, Dr V.Usha Reddy, P.Dinakara Prasad Reddy, “Optimal Network Reconfiguration using BPSO in Distribution Systems”, International Journal of Technical Innovation in Modern Engineering and Science(IJTIMES), Impact Factor: 5.22 (SJIF-2017), e-ISSN: 2455-2585 Volume 4, Issue 9,pp.332-342, September-2018(UGC journal).
- Malli Kailash, Dr V. Usha Reddy, “ANFIS model method for wide range operation of High Speed BLDC motor”, International Journal of Technical Innovation in Modern Engineering and Science (IJTIMES), Impact Factor: 5.22 (SJIF-2017), e-ISSN: 2455-2585 Volume 4, Issue 11,pp.51-58, November-2018(UGC journal).
2017-18
- Ravi, Dr V. Usha Reddy, P. Dinakara Prasad Reddy, “Load Flow analysis for unbalanced radial distribution systems”, International journal of Electrical, Electronics and Computer Science Engineering (IJEECSE), Vol. 5, Issue 1, pp.no. 18-23, February 2018.ISSN: 2348-2273, Impact Factor: 4.255
- Mubeena, Dr V. Usha Reddy, P. Dinakara Prasad Reddy, “Optimal planning using WOA for the capacitor placement in the presence of PV systems in Distribution networks”, International journal of Electrical, Electronics and Computer Science Engineering (IJEECSE), Vol. 5, Issue 1, pp.no. 10-17, February 2018.ISSN: 2348-2273, Impact Factor: 4.255
- Asrija, Dr V. Usha Reddy, P. Dinakara Prasad Reddy, “Economic analysis of hybrid PV-Biomass energy system using Bat algorithm”, International journal for research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology (IJRASET), Vol. 6, Issue 1, pp.no. 1336-1444, January 2018.
2016-17
- Suneel and Dr V. Usha Reddy, “Monitoring And Controlling Of Electrical Loads From The Substation By Using Zigbee Technology”, International Journal Of Engineering Sciences & Research Technology(IJESRT), Vol. 6, Issue 3, pp.1-9, March 2017, ISSN: 2277-965.Impact Factor: 5.164
- Rakesh Kumar andDr V.Usha Reddy, “Three phase four switch inverter fed induction motor drives with DC link voltages offset suppression by using Fuzzy logic controller”, International Journal Of Advanced Research In Electrical, Electronics And Instrumentation Engineering(IJAREEIE), Vol. 6, Issue 1, pp.133-144,January 2017, ISSN: 2278-8875.Impact Factor: 6.392
- Vamsikrishna Reddy. K, Dr V. Usha Reddy, “Improvement of Photovoltaic Systems with Cascaded Modular Multilevel Converters using FLC in DC-DC Converter Controller”, International Journal of Scientific Engineering and Technology Research (IJSETR), 05, Issue 47, pp. 9610-9616,December 2016, ISSN 2319-8885.Impact Factor: 3.59
2015-16
- Lakshmikar Reddy Depuru and Usha Reddy, “Fuzzy Logic Controller based Automatic Generation control of Multi Area Power System”, International Journal of latest Trends in Engineering and Technology (IJLTET),Vol. 6, Issue 3,pp. 529-535, January 2016,ISSN: 2278-621X.Impact Factor: 4.49
- Manasa and V. Usha Reddy, “A PV based DG integrated SSSC with Fuzzy logic controller for Wide Area Power oscillation damping with communication delays”, International Journal of Advanced Technology and Innovative Research (IJATIR),Vol. 07, Issue 18, pp. 3543-3548,December 2015,ISSN: 2348-2370.
- Silpa and V.Usha Reddy, “Power loss reduction in distribution systems using Autonomous Group Particle Swarm optimization algorithm”, International Advanced research Journal in Science, Engineering and Technology(IARJSET), Vol. 2, Issue 11, pp. 134-138, November 2015, ISSN 2393-8021.Impact Factor: 5.509
- Chandana, V. Usha Reddy and Dr T.Ramashri, “ Novel image fusion technique using dual tree complex wavelet transform based Laplacian Pyramid decomposition”, International Journal of Engineering Research and Technology(IJERT),Vol. 4, Issue 11, pp. 227-232, November 2015, ISSN 2278-0181.
- Subbarami Reddy and V.Usha Reddy, “Optimal placement of DSTATCOM in radial distribution system using fuzzy and Penguins search optimization algorithm”, International journal of Innovative Research in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation and Control Engineering(IJIREEICE), Vol. 3, Issue 11, pp. 102-106,November 2015, ISSN 2321-2004.
- Vara Lakshmi and V.Usha Reddy, “Design of Self Renewable Energy Residential System by using optimization techniques”, International journal of Innovative Research in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation and Control Engineering(IJIREEICE), Vol. 3, Issue 11, pp.95-101, November 2015, ISSN 2321-2004.Impact Factor: 6.323
2014-15
- Vani and V.Usha Reddy,” Application of Smart energy meter in Indian Energy Context”, IOSR journal of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (IOSR-JEEE), Vol. 10, Issue 3, ver. III(May-June 2015),pp 07-13.
- V.Pradeep Reddy, V.Usha Reddy, “Many Optimizing Laisons based Assessment of PID controller performance for Automatic Generation Control”, International Journal of Science, Engineering and Technology Research(IJSETR), Volume 4,Issue 4, pp. 689-693,April 2015, ISSN:2278-7798.
- Sankarababu, Smt V.Usha Reddy, ”Fuzzy logic control based standalone Wind Energy Conversion System for DC base telecom loads”, International Journal of Innovative Research in Electrical ,Electronics, Instrumentation and Control Engineering, Vol.3,Issue 4, pp.121-126,April 2015, ISSN 2321-2004.
- Hari Krishna, V. Usha Reddy, ”Optimal location of UPFC for voltage stability using Particle Swarm Optimization”, International Journal for Innovative Research in Science and Technology(IJIREEICE), Vol.1,Issue 11,pp.232-238,April 2015,ISSN:2349-6002.
2013-14
- Anusha, V. Usha Reddy, “Optimal TCSC placement using Harmony Search algorithm in transmission system for loss minimization”, International Journal of Advanced Research in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Vol.2, Issue 2, April 2014,ISSN: 2321-4775.
- Supraja, V. Usha Reddy,” Optimal location of SMES for Improving Power System Voltage Stability using PSO algorithm”, International Journal of Advanced Research in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Vol.2,Issue 2,pp. 30-36,April 2014,ISSN: 2321-4775.
- Ms V.Anusha, Ms V. Usha Reddy, Dr T. Ramashri, ”Content based image retrieval using color moments and texture”, International Journal of Engineering Research and Technology, 3,Issue 2, February 2014, pp 2812-2815.
2012-13
- Usha Reddy, Dr T. Gowri Manohar, “Optimal Capacitor Placement for loss reduction in Ditribution Systems using Cuckoo Search Algorithm”, ITSI Transactions on Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Vol. 1,Issue 2,2013,pp 68-70.
- Usha Reddy, Dr T. Gowri Manohar, P.Dinakar Prasad Reddy “Optimal capacitor Placement for Loss Reduction in Distribution Systems by using Bat Algorithm”, International Journal of Electrical Engineering & Technology (IJEET), vol 4, Isue 2,March-April 2013,pp 338-343.
- Usha Reddy, S. Deepika Choudary,” Detection and Mitigation of Power Quality Disturbances Using DWT technique and DVR”, International Journal of Engineering Research and Applications (IJERA),Vol.2,Issue 6,November-December,2012,PP.766-771.
- Usha Reddy, A.Manoj, ”Optimal Capacitor Placement for loss reduction in Distribution Systems using Bat Algorithm”, IOSR Journal of Engineering(IOSRJEN), Vol 2,Issue 10,October 2012,pp 23-27.
2011-12
- V.Padmaja and V.Usha Reddy “Application Of Wavelet Transform For Monitoring Short Duration Disturbances In Distribution System”, International Journal of Electrical Engineering and Technology (IJEET),Volume 3, Issue 1, January- June (2012), pp. 97-107, ISSN:0976-6543(print) and ISSN:0976-6553(online).
- Usha Reddy, Dr T. GowriManohar, P.Dinakar Prasad Reddy “Capacitor Placement for loss reduction in radial distribution networks:A two stage approach”, Journal of Electrical Engineering, vol. 12, no.2, pp. 114-119, March- June. 2012.
- Usha Reddy, Dr T. GowriManohar, M.Ramprasad Reddy, P.Dinakar Prasad Reddy, “Application of Differential Evolution Algorithm for loss reduction in radial distribution systems”, Research Journal of Engineering and Technology, vol. 4, no.4, pp. 21-25, Oct- Dec. 2011.
- M.PadmaLalitha , Dr.V.C.Veera Reddy, N.Sivarami Reddy,V.Usha Reddy “DG source allocation by fuzzy and clonal selection algorithm for minimum loss in distribution system”,Distributed Generation and Alternative Energy journal, Vol. 26,No.4, Nov 2011,pp. 17-35(Taylor & Francis Journal).
- Usha Reddy and G.Naveen Kumar,”Performance of stability of an excitation system with time delays using PID Controller”,International Journal of Electrical Energy Systems,Vol.3,no.2,July-Dec 2011,pp. 71-75.
- Kishore Kumar and V. Usha Reddy,”Plant Growth Simulation Algorithm for optimization of distribution network configuration”, Global Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences,vol.2,issue 1,pp 94-97,2011.
- Usha Reddy, S. Jayachandra “An Adaptive Distance Relay Setting for EHV/UHV Power Transmission Line”, International Journal of Power System Operation and Energy Management, Vol 1, Issue 2, 2011, pp 51-59.
- Usha Reddy, DrT.GowriManohar “Optimal Capacitor Placement For Loss Reduction in Distribution Systems using Fuzzy and Differential Evolution” IFRSA’S International Journal of Computing, Vol.1,Issue 3,July 2011,pp 535-540.
- M.PadmaLalitha , Dr.V.C.Veera Reddy, N.Sivarami ReddyV.Usha Reddy “A two stage methodology for siting and Sizing of DG for minimum loss in radial distribution system using RCGA” International Journal Of Computer Applications, Vol. 25,No.2, July 2011,pp. 10-16.
2010-11
- Dinakar Prasad Reddy, V.Usha Reddy “Fuzzy-Differential Evolution Method for Optimal Capacitor Placement in Distribution Systems” Journal on Electrical Engineering, i- manager publications, Vol. 4,No. 3,January-March 2011,pp 54-58.
- V, Dinakar Prasad Reddy.P “Differential Evolution Method for capacitor placement of distribution Systems”, International Journal of Advanced Engineering Sciences and Technologies,Vol.4, Issue 2, 2011,pp 023-028.
- M. Padma Lalitha, Dr. V.C. Veera Reddy, V.Usha Reddy, “DG Placement for maximum loss reduction in Radial Distribution System: A two stage method”, International Journal of Integrated Energy Systems,Vol.2,July–Dec 2010,pp 105-111.
2009-10
- M. Padma Lalitha, Dr. V.C. Veera Reddy, V.Usha Reddy “Application Of Fuzzy And PSO For DG Placement For Minimum Loss In Radial Distribution System”, ARPNJournal Of Engineering And Applied Sciences,Vol.5,Issue 4,April,2010.pp.30-37
- M. Padma Lalitha , Dr.V.C. Veera Reddy, V. Usha Reddy “Optimal DG Placement For Minimum Real Power Loss In Radial Distribution Systems Using PSO”, Journal Of Theoretical And Applied Information Technology ,Vol.13,No.2,March,2010,pp.107-116.
- M. Padma Lalitha , Dr.V.C.Veera Reddy, V. Usha Reddy “Application of Fuzzy and RCGA for DG Placement for maximum savings in Radial Distribution System ”, International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Applications in Engineering ,Technology and Sciences,Vol.3,Issue 1,Jan-June 2010,pp.447-453.
- Mrs M.Padma Lalitha , Dr.V.C. Veera Reddy, N.Subash Chandra Bose, Usha “DG Placement Using Fuzzy For Maximum Loss Reduction In Radial Distribution System” International Journal Of Computer Applications In Engineering, Technology And Sciences, Vol. 2,Issue1, Oct 09-March 2010,pp. 50-55.
- M.PadmaLalitha , Dr.V.C.Veera Reddy, N.Subash Chandra Bose, V.Usha “Optimal DG Placement For Loss Reduction In Radial Distribution System” International Journal Of Emerging Technologies And Applications In Engineering, Technology And Sciences, Vol. 2, Issue 2,July-Dec 2009,pp. 719-723
- Sasikala, V. C. Veera Reddy, V. Usha Reddy, P. BhavaniSankar ”Closed Loop Controlled Interline Power Flow Controller System” , International Journal of Mathematical Sciences and Engineering Applications, Vol. 3,No.II(2009),pp.299-309.
Books
Research interest
- Power Systems
- Renewable Energy Sources
- Electric Vehicles
Research projects
Conference
International
2016-17
- Sindhuja, Dr V. Usha Reddy, “Enhancement of Grid Connected PV Inverter Using Optimal Maximum Power Point Tracking Algorithm with Estimation of Climatic Parameter”,IEEE International Conference on Inventive Systems and Control(ICISC 2017),organised by JCT College of Engineering and Technology,Coimbatore,19-20, January, 2017.
- Kranthi Priya, Dr V. Usha Reddy, “A new control strategy for wind energy conversion system using 3 level NPC inverter”, International Conference on Green Power Technology in Power Grid: Issues, Challenges and Control(ICGPTPG-2016), organized by SVU College of Engineering,16-18 November,2016.
2014-15
- Hemalatha, V. Usha Reddy, “Optimal placement of DG in distribution networks using fuzzy and HSA”, 2nd International Conference on Electrical, Electronics, Engineering Trends, Communication, Optimization & Sciences (EEECOS)-2015, organized by Sun flower college of engineering and technology, Vijayawada held on 28-30 March,2015.
2013-14
- Usha Reddy, Dr T. Gowri Manohar, “Cuckoo Search Algorithm and Loss Sensitivity Factors Method for optimal capacitor placement in radial distribution systems”, International Conference on Advances in Recent Technologies in Electrical and Electronics (ARTEE) 2013, pp. 335-338, 20-21Sep 2013, Banglore indexed in Elsevier.
2011-12
- Usha Reddy, Dr T. Gowri Manohar, “A two stage approach: Capacitor Placement for loss reduction in distribution systems”, Environment and Electrical Engineering (EEEIC) 2012 11th International Conference, pp. 555-558, 18-25 May 2012,Venice indexed in IEEE Explorer.
2009-10
- S. Sravan Kumar and Mrs V. Usha Reddy,” Daily load forecasting of Distribution System including seasonal variation using Artificial Neural networks” 2nd AP Science Congress, SV University, Tirupati, November 14-16 ,2009.
2007-08
- Usha Reddy and Dr T. Gowri Manohar,” Effects of FACTS Devices on Power System Operation”, International conference 3CI-2007 organized by IEEE at RVCE, Bangalore.21-23rd November, 2007.
National
2013-14
- Usha Reddy and V. Anusha, “Curvelet Transform and Euclidean Distance for Medical Image Retrieval System”, National Conference on Advances in computational intelligence and computer engineering, Sri Padmavathi Mahila Viswa Vidyalayam, 23rd and 24th October 2013, Tirupati.Project Works Guided (M. Tech): 36
Ph. D Guidance(pursuing): 3 (Part Time-2, Full Time-1)
Fellowships
- Associate Fellow in APAS
Professional/Association body Memberships
- Institute of Engineers (MIE)
- IEEE
- ISCA
- ISTE
- SVUTA
- SVUWTA
Reviewer for Inspire Awards
- Acted as reviewer for INSPIRE AWARDS-MANAK for year 2020-21, 2021-22,National Innovation Foundation-India.
- Short Term Course organized: 1Workshops organized: 3
International conference organized: 1
Seminar organized: 1
Techhack organized: 1
Guest lecture organized: 1
Guest Lectures: 2
Conferences/Workshops/Faculty Development Programs Attended: 60
Short Courses/Summer/Winter Schools Attended: 08
NPTEL certification Course: 1
Course Era Certification Courses: 3
- Patents applied:“Machine Learning based cyber security system for smart grid” Dr. Muralidhar Naik B, Dr. V. Usha Reddy, Dr. Surekha Lanka & Dr. Manish Kumar , (Application number-202011051586)
- Administrative Positions/ Academic positions
University level
- Deputy Warden(Women’s hostel) – From July 2017 to 17.12.20
- BOS Member (UG and PG)(2009 to till date)
- Member of Inspection Commission(19.5.2016)
- Biometric Implementation Committee member(30.10.17 to 2019)
- Department coordinator for Alumni Cell(18.4.2016 to till date)
- NAAC steering committee member(April 2014)
- Ragging committee member(2008 to till date)
National level
- Acted as reviewer for INSPIRE AWARDS-MANAK for years 2021-2022, 2020-21, National Innovation Foundation-India.
State level
- Observer for VRO exams (2015)
- Observer for GET examinations (Dec 2014)
- Presiding officer in general elections (May 2014)
Institute level
- Institute ‘s Innovation Cell member (2019 to till date)
- College Maintenance Committee member (2013 to till date)
- Industry Institute Interaction (Consultation) Committee (August 2018 to till date)
- Talents day Committee member (Feb 2020)
- Technical Evaluation committee member for TEQIP-III
- Disciplinary committee member for Rhapsody 2019
- Stage Decoration and Felicitation Committee member for diamond Jubilee celebrations March 2019.
- Organizing committee member for talents day (March 2019)
- Disciplinary committee member for Rhapsody (2019)
- Disciplinary committee member for Rhapsody 2018
- Reception Committee member for NBA-PG (28-30 April 2017)
- Campus Beautification Committee for NBA-PG (28-30 April 2017)
- Disciplinary committee member for Rhapsody (2017)
- Reception Committee member for NBA-UG (21-23 Oct 2017)
- Campus Beautification Committee for NBA-UG (21-23 Oct 2017)
- Disciplinary committee member for Rhapsody (2016)
- Talents day Committee member (Dec 2015)
- Member for Faculty Get together event (Dec 2014)
- Strategic Planning document committee member for TEQIP (Oct 2014)
- Equity Assurance Plan Committee member for TEQIP (2012)
Department level
- NBA coordinator (UG)(2018-2021)
- Electrical Measurements Lab in-charge (2010 to till date)
- Electrical Circuits Lab in-charge (2020 to till date)
- Time table committee member (2011 to till date)
- NAAC Assistant Coordinator (July 2013 to 2021)
- Electrical Stores in-charge (2013 to till date)
- Technical Committee member for E-BLAZE (22nd-23rd March 2019)
- Technical Committee member for E-BLAZE (14th-15th March 2018)