About the Book
Smart Grid & Renewable Energy explains how modern electricity systems are evolving from one-directional networks into intelligent, flexible, digitally monitored energy platforms. It connects renewable generation, power electronics, energy storage, communication systems, automation, protection, and demand-side management.
The book is written in a practical learning style. It begins with the structure of a conventional power system, then develops the concepts required to understand smart grids, distributed generation, solar and wind integration, batteries, microgrids, power quality, forecasting, cybersecurity, and grid planning.
The emphasis is on engineering understanding rather than memorizing isolated definitions. Readers are encouraged to think in terms of energy flow, control loops, operating limits, reliability, economics, safety, and data.
About the Author
Chetan Singh Chauhan is an engineering professional and author with practical experience in electrical maintenance, industrial equipment, energy management, documentation, and plant operations.
His technical interests include electrical systems, renewable energy, power electronics, industrial automation, preventive maintenance, energy efficiency, and practical engineering education.
The author's writing approach is to connect textbook concepts with the questions engineers face in real workplaces: What can fail? How can it be detected? What should be measured? How should the system be protected? How can efficiency and reliability be improved?
This book continues that approach by presenting smart-grid and renewable-energy concepts in a structured format suitable for self-study, classroom discussion, professional revision, and technical reference.