Power System and Energy Research Group
Our research group conducts academic and applied studies in the analysis of technical problems encountered in distribution and transmission networks, modern protection and control approaches, smart grids, digital substations, and cyber-physical security. Our aim is to contribute to making energy systems more reliable, efficient, and sustainable.
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In addition to knowledge sharing, our research group aims to foster collaborative production, academic cooperation, and the development of high-quality outputs. In this context, producing conference papers, journal articles, and project-based studies is among our main objectives.
We are pleased to welcome all researchers and prospective researchers who are interested in working in energy systems, power electronics, protection and control, smart grids, data analytics, or related fields; and who are eager to learn, produce, and grow together.
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FNET-E
(Smart Grid Wide Area Monitoring Laboratory)
(Akıllı Şebeke Geniş Alan İzleme Laboratuvarı)
Laboratory Director: Assoc.Prof. Fatih Mehmet NUROÄžLU (https://avesis.ktu.edu.tr/fmn)
Address: Laboratory Number ELK-206
Contact: E-mail: fmn@ktu.edu.tr | Phone: +90 462 377 4382
Postal Address: KTU Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Kanuni Campus, Trabzon, 61080
General Information
FNET-E (Smart Grid Wide Area Monitoring Laboratory) is a research laboratory operating within the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Karadeniz Technical University, conducting research on smart grids, power system analysis, energy transmission and distribution systems, renewable energy technologies, and wide area monitoring systems.
Within the scope of the laboratory, theoretical and applied studies are carried out on power system monitoring, analysis of energy generation and distribution infrastructures, integration of renewable energy sources into the grid, power quality, protection systems, and the effects of electric vehicle charging stations on the grid.
Doç. Dr. Fatih Mehmet NuroÄŸlu's research focuses particularly on power system analysis, energy generation systems, energy transmission and distribution infrastructures, protection systems, renewable energy applications, and smart grid technologies.
Vision
FNET-E aims to contribute to the development of sustainable, reliable, and high-efficiency energy systems by conducting research at international standards in the fields of smart grid technologies, energy transmission and distribution systems, renewable energy integration, and wide area monitoring infrastructures.
The laboratory also aims to develop innovative engineering solutions for digital energy infrastructures, energy security, electric vehicle energy systems, and the smart energy grids of the future.
Scientific Working Principles
Scientific Reliability Academic integrity, scientific ethics, transparency, and verifiable research methods are accepted as fundamental principles in all research activities.
Interdisciplinary Approach The integrated evaluation of energy systems, power electronics, communication infrastructures, data analytics, and smart grid technologies is encouraged.
Equitable and Inclusive Research Culture An inclusive research environment offering equal opportunities for all researchers regardless of gender, language, religion, nationality, or academic background is adopted within the laboratory.
Balance Between Research and Application Theoretical studies are aimed to be supported by simulation-based analyses, field applications, and real-time energy systems.
Research and Application Areas
Within FNET-E, research and development activities are conducted in the following areas:
Graduate Thesis Studies
Within FNET-E, master's and doctoral thesis studies based on simulation-based analyses and applied studies are conducted in the areas of power system analysis, smart grids, energy transmission and distribution systems, renewable energy technologies, and energy management systems.
24 June 2026
