Modeling of Quality, Reliability and Exploitation for Power Supply Systems - 2nd Edition

Dear Colleagues,

We would like to invite you to contribute to this Special Issue of Energies entitled “Modelling of Quality, Reliability and Exploitation for Power Supply Systems and ICT Systems”.

Increasing the level of security of power systems and ICT systems is possible through the use of solutions that improve their reliability and quality. This increment can be achieved by increasing the reliability and quality of system components and/or by using appropriate reliability structures (including redundancy). The first solution makes it possible to reduce the possibility of failure or to achieve a low level of quality system components. The second one leads to tolerating the system's expansion, enabling damage to give higher reliability. Nevertheless, it remains uncertain whether the quality of this system will be higher.

Observations of using power systems and ICT systems allow us to conclude that proper functioning depends not only on the reliability of the components that make up the system but also on the effective management of the operation process and system quality management. Modeling in this area makes it possible to improve the reliability, operational, and quality indicators, thus increasing the security level of the functions performed by power systems and ICT systems. Properly designed transport systems improve the driving style of vehicles, eco-driving, and overall energy efficiency, and detect breakdowns and plan service works. Cost reduction is the biggest problem for carriers, and it is directly related to energy efficiency.

The purpose of this Special Issue is to explore research avenues related to both quality modeling and reliability analysis, and modeling of the operation process of power systems and ICT systems. Articles related to risk analysis, cybersecurity issues, and improving the process of designing power systems and ICT systems are also welcome.

Dr. Marek Stawowy
Dr. Adam Rosiński
Dr. Zbigniew Kasprzyk
Guest Editors

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