SPEARS Research Group
Research Pillars
We develop reliable, secure, and intelligent solutions for modern electric power systems. Our work integrates physics-based security, adaptive protection, cybersecurity of protection systems, renewable-rich grid operation, and AI-driven analytics to address real-world challenges. Together, these pillars enable resilient, efficient, and future-ready power grids..
Research Pillars Diagram
5 Pillars
Validation Infrastructure
Experimental Platforms
Many of our research activities are validated using cyber-physical power-system testbeds, real-time simulation environments, and hardware-in-the-loop platforms. These experimental infrastructures allow us to evaluate protection algorithms, cybersecurity mechanisms, and AI-driven tools under realistic operating conditions, bridging the gap between theoretical research and real-world deployment.