Doctorate Nagaraj C: Assistant Professor at M S Ramaiah Institute of Technology, India
Dr. Nagaraj C is an accomplished academician and researcher in the field of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, with a specialization in smart grid systems, hybrid micro-grids, and renewable energy technologies. He holds over 13 years of rich experience in teaching, academic mentoring, and applied research. Known for his commitment to innovation and power system optimization, he has contributed through high-impact journal publications, conference presentations, patents, and funded projects. His work is deeply rooted in both theoretical modeling and practical applications, making him a dynamic contributor to engineering education and energy systems research.
Online Profiles
Dr. Nagaraj C is listed on Scopus with an author ID 57191851593, reflecting his active contribution to peer-reviewed research. As of now, his publications have garnered 46 citations across 12 indexed documents, with an h-index of 5, indicating consistent scholarly impact in his research area. His research outputs span topics in smart grid systems, renewable energy integration, and power electronics.
Education
Dr. Nagaraj completed his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the prestigious National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK), Surathkal, under the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), Government of India in 2020, with a coursework CGPA of 7.42/10. Prior to his doctoral studies, he obtained his M.Tech in Power Systems from NIE, Mysuru (VTU, Belagavi) in 2010 with a CGPA of 8.74. He began his engineering education at PES College of Engineering, Mandya (VTU), earning his B.E. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering in 2008 with 63.19%. His academic journey reflects a continuous and deepening focus on power systems and grid technologies.
Research Focus
His research is centered on intelligent control mechanisms for hybrid AC-DC micro-grid systems with an emphasis on power flow control, energy efficiency, and power quality improvement. Dr. Nagaraj has developed advanced converter topologies and control algorithms using fuzzy logic, PI controllers, and hysteresis techniques to address harmonic distortion and voltage instability. He has a strong interest in renewable energy integration, especially solar and wind systems, electric vehicle infrastructure, and next-generation energy conversion systems. His simulations and validations using MATLAB/Simulink contribute to IEEE 519-compliant grid performance.
Experience
Dr. Nagaraj’s academic career spans multiple institutions, starting as an Assistant Professor at MIT Kundapura, followed by key roles as Ad-hoc Faculty and Research Scholar at NITK Surathkal, where he spent over 7 years. He later served as Associate Professor at Reva University before joining M S Ramaiah Institute of Technology, Bengaluru, in December 2020. He has handled a wide range of subjects including Basic Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Transformers & Induction Machines, and Electric Vehicle Technology. Alongside teaching, he has guided students in lab experiments, supervised projects, coordinated workshops, and contributed significantly to academic governance.
Research Timeline
Beginning his formal research journey in 2012 as an ad-hoc faculty member at NITK Surathkal, Dr. Nagaraj transitioned into a full-time research scholar in 2013. During his Ph.D. (2013–2019), he investigated smart micro-grid topologies and intelligent power control strategies. Post-doctoral work involved academic teaching and research dissemination through journal publications and conferences. From 2020 onwards, he continued active research while serving as Assistant Professor at MSRIT, where he also initiated funded research proposals, filed patents, and guided student research aligned with emerging technologies like EV systems and hybrid inverters.
Awards & Honors
Dr. Nagaraj has been the recipient of several honors throughout his academic and professional career. He was awarded a prestigious MHRD Fellowship for his Ph.D. at NITK Surathkal, recognizing his academic merit and research potential. In 2021, he received an official appreciation for delivering a webinar on emerging trends in Power Systems under the TEQIP-III FDP program. Earlier, he secured second prize in Shuttle Badminton competitions and ranked in a State-Level Science Talent Examination. He has also participated in state-level marathon events, showcasing his all-rounded personality and commitment to excellence beyond academics.
Top-Noted Publication
Among his notable publications, the research article titled “Reduction of power conversion losses in AC-DC Coupled Hybrid Micro-grid under Grid Distorted Voltage Scenario” stands out. Published in Electric Power System Research (Elsevier, Q1 SCIE/Scopus Indexed) in October 2022, this work introduces a novel hybrid micro-grid configuration with an efficient bi-directional intermediate converter using fuzzy logic-based d-q load current control. It addresses power quality issues in distorted voltage conditions and offers significant improvements in conversion efficiency. The paper is recognized for its high relevance in modern power system research and its potential real-world applications.
Recent Scopus-Indexed Publication
Title: Generic Converter Loss Estimation Approach for AC and DC Coupling Distributed Energy Sources
Authors: Nagaraj C., Kumara K., Mohan N.
Journal: Energy Systems (Springer) – Scopus Indexed (Q2), 2025
Summary:
This paper presents a generic loss estimation method for power converters used in both AC and DC coupling of distributed energy sources. The study emphasizes minimizing energy losses during conversion stages and improving the overall efficiency of integrated renewable systems. It introduces a comparative analysis of various converter topologies under different load and source conditions, providing valuable insights into design optimization for smart grid applications.