Research
Three research groups · DEET
DEET carries out relevant, applied research in the Department’s fields, organized in three groups whose results have local, national and international impact.
Electrical power systems
Applied research in electric power systems, planning and operation of power grids, renewable integration, smart grids, microgrids, energy efficiency and electricity market models. The group runs projects with distribution and generation companies and regulators of the country’s energy sector.
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Work lines
- Expansion and operation planning Models for the design, planning and optimal operation of generation, transmission and distribution.
- Renewable energy Solar, wind and hydro resources, their grid integration and their technical, economic and environmental impact.
- Electric microgrids Design, control and management of local systems that operate islanded or connected to the main grid.
- Energy efficiency Strategies to optimize energy use and reduce losses across the whole electrical chain.
LaboratoryMicrogrid Laboratory · Distributed generation and renewable integration
Featured projects


Signal processing and telecommunications
Digital signal processing and communications: wireless communications and networks, sensor networks, biomedical and audio signal processing, monitoring systems and machine learning applied to signal data. The group’s lines include advanced telecommunications and the Internet of Things (IoT).
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Work lines
- Wireless and mobile networks Protocols, spectrum management, performance and coverage in next-generation networks.
- Digital signal processing Acquisition, filtering and analysis of audio, image, communication and measurement signals.
- Internet of Things (IoT) Architectures, protocols and device management for smart environments.
- Industrial networks and Industry 4.0 Cyber-physical systems, real-time data analysis and connectivity for smart manufacturing.
LaboratoryCommunications Laboratory · Wireless, IoT, mobile networks and RF circuits
Featured projects


Research in electronics and control
Design and development of electronic systems, automatic control, instrumentation, embedded systems, robotics and mechatronics. The group develops projects with industrial, biomedical and automation applications, combining basic and applied research.
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Work lines
- Advanced control systems Automatic control techniques and algorithms based on artificial intelligence, machine learning and optimal control.
- Power electronics Converters, inverters and technologies for energy efficiency.
- Embedded systems Design and applications of specialized computing systems integrated into other devices.
- Industrial automation and control Integration of sensors, actuators and control to improve industrial efficiency and safety.
- Electronic instrumentation Measurement and control for laboratories, industry and medical applications.
LaboratoryControl Systems Laboratory · Industrial control, PLCs and robotics
Featured projects


To see each group’s publications, ongoing projects, team and collaborations, visit the University of Cuenca institutional research portal.
Team
Members of the research groups
Luis Ismael Minchala
Coordinator
RL-01 Electronics and Control
- Publications
- 144
- Citations
- 1,827
- h-index
- 22
- Microgrid Control and Optimization
- Wind Turbine Control Systems
- Power Systems and Renewable Energy
Recent publications
- Data-Driven Linear Representations of Forced Nonlinear MIMO Systems via Hankel Dynamic Mode Decomposition with Lifting Mathematics · 2026 · 3 citations
- Dynamic Estimation of Load-Side Virtual Inertia with High Power Density Support of EDLC Supercapacitors Batteries · 2026
- Impact of inertial control on battery energy storage requirements in wind-integrated power systems IEEE Latin America Transactions · 2026
- Enhancing Virtual Inertia Control in Microgrid Clusters: A Novel Frequency Response Model Based on Deep Reinforcement Learning Applied Sciences · 2026
- Machine learning-based classification of push techniques in speed skating NOVASINERGIA REVISTA DIGITAL DE CIENCIA INGENIERÍA Y TECNOLOGÍA · 2026
Galo Guzman
Researcher
RL-01 Electronics and Control
- Publications
- 5
- Citations
- 3
- h-index
- 1
- Digital Twin
- PID
- MPC
Recent publications
- Digital Twin Framework for Multi-Tank Systems with OPC UA Interoperability and Real-Time Control and Visualization Etcm 2025 9th Ecuador Technical Chapters Meeting · 2025 · 2 citations
- An experimental comparison of model-based fault detection and isolation techniques in a multi-tank system ETCM 2024 – 8th Ecuador Technical Chapters Meeting · 2024 · 1 citation
- Ciber estrategias aplicadas en el sector de comercio de insumos y servicios para integradores de soluciones electrónicas 2021
- Implementación de un controlador predictivo basado en modelo con restricciones sobre un microcontrolador de gama alta 2018
- Estudio para la Adaptación de una Red Inalámbrica Zigbee, a un Sistema de Monitoreo de Electrocardiografía 2010
Henry Maldonado Tuza
Researcher
RL-01 Electronics and Control
- Publications
- 2
- Citations
- 0
- h-index
- 0
- IoT Networks and Protocols
- Arduino and IoT Applications
- UAV Applications and Optimization
Recent publications
- LoRa-Enabled Communication System for Autonomous DJI Tello Drone Operation IEEE Ecuador Technical Chapters Meeting (ETCM) · 2025
- Design and implementation of a meteorological data logging device integrating LoRaWAN and ESP32 IEEE Ecuador Technical Chapters Meeting (ETCM) · 2025
Juan Francisco Durán
Researcher
RL-01 Electronics and Control
- Publications
- 9
- Citations
- 77
- h-index
- 4
- Control Systems and Identification
- Microgrid Control and Optimization
- Advanced Control Systems Optimization
Recent publications
- Data-Driven Linear Representations of Forced Nonlinear MIMO Systems via Hankel Dynamic Mode Decomposition with Lifting Mathematics · 2026 · 3 citations
- Is Complexity Always Better? A Comparative Evaluation of Classical PID and Data-Driven MPC International Conference on Control, Decision and Information Technologies (CoDIT) · 2026
- Control based on the Koopman operator: A comprehensive review Journal of the Franklin Institute · 2025 · 23 citations
- Forecast-Based Energy Management for Optimal Energy Dispatch in a Microgrid Energies · 2024 · 31 citations
- On the assessment of reinforcement learning techniques for trayectory tracking of autonomous ground robots 2024 · 11 citations
Santiago Torres
Coordinator
RL-02 Electrical Power
- Publications
- 60
- Citations
- 677
- h-index
- 13
- Optimal Power Flow Distribution
- Electric Power System Optimization
- Power System Optimization and Stability
Recent publications
- AC/DC-FACTS transmission expansion planning benchmarks Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) · 2026
- Decoupled Koopman-Based Tracking for Enhanced Convergence in Dynamic State Estimation of Power Systems 2026
- Heuristic Kalman Algorithm applied to the Dynamic AC Transmission Network Expansion Planning 2025 · 1 citation
- Influence of Centrality Indexes on the Transmission Expansion Planning Problem 2025
- AC Transmission System Expansion Planning using a Q-learning Algorithm 2025
Adrian Criollo
Researcher
RL-02 Electrical Power
- Publications
- 15
- Citations
- 103
- h-index
- 4
- Microgrid Control and Optimization
- Power Systems and Renewable Energy
- Smart Grid Energy Management
Recent publications
- Dynamic Estimation of Load-Side Virtual Inertia with High Power Density Support of EDLC Supercapacitors Batteries · 2026
- Enhancing Virtual Inertia Control in Microgrid Clusters: A Novel Frequency Response Model Based on Deep Reinforcement Learning Applied Sciences · 2026
- Enhancing Virtual Inertia Control in Microgrids Cluster, A Novel Frequency Response Model Based on Active Disturbance Rejection Control (ADRC) Lecture notes in electrical engineering · 2026
- Enhancing Grid Stability in Microgrid Systems with Vehicle-to-Grid Support and EDLC Supercapacitors Batteries · 2025 · 6 citations
- Optimal energy management of energy storage and electric vehicles in power systems Elsevier eBooks · 2025 · 3 citations
Danny Ochoa Correa
Researcher
RL-02 Electrical Power
- Publications
- 123
- Citations
- 1,903
- h-index
- 23
- Power Systems and Renewable Energy
- Microgrid Control and Optimization
- Electric Vehicles and Infrastructure
Recent publications
- U-Net–based semantic segmentation of defects in photovoltaic panels Ingenius · 2026 · 3 citations
- Open-source simulation framework for assessing the combined impact of electric vehicle charging and distributed renewable generation on low-voltage distribution networks: A … 2026 · 2 citations
- Open-source simulation framework for assessing the combined impact of electric vehicle charging and distributed renewable generation on low-voltage distribution networks: A case study in Cuenca, Ecuador Renewable Energies · 2026 · 1 citation
- Power Quality in Grid-Connected Photovoltaic Inverters: A Systematic Review of Critical Parameters, Standards, and Mitigation Strategies IEEE Access · 2026 · 1 citation
- Camino al hidrógeno verde solar: revisión literaria de tecnologías, eficiencia y viabilidad económica Revista InGenio · 2026
Edisson Villa
Researcher
RL-02 Electrical Power
- Publications
- 50
- Citations
- 848
- h-index
- 16
- Microgrid Control and Optimization
- Power Systems and Renewable Energy
- Electric Vehicles and Infrastructure
Recent publications
- Topological Quality and Fitness-for-Use Screening of a Low-Voltage Network Derived from a Utility Geographic Information System: A Real-World Distribution Utility Case Study Electricity · 2026
- INTEGRACIÓN FLEXIBLE DE FUENTES DE ENERGÍA RENOVABLE EN REDES ELÉCTRICAS: ESTRATEGIAS AVANZADAS EN CONTROL Y ALMACENAMIENTO DE ENERGÍA 2026
- Systematic Review of Hierarchical and Multi-Agent Optimization Strategies for P2P Energy Management and Electric Machines in Microgrids Applied Sciences · 2025 · 41 citations
- Advancements in Power Converter Technologies for Integrated Energy Storage Systems: Optimizing Renewable Energy Storage and Grid Integration Processes · 2025 · 35 citations
- Decarbonizing Insular Energy Systems: A Literature Review of Practical Strategies for Replacing Fossil Fuels with Renewable Energy Sources Fuels · 2025 · 26 citations
Juan Leonardo Espinoza
Researcher
RL-02 Electrical Power
- Publications
- 61
- Citations
- 1,079
- h-index
- 14
- Power Systems and Renewable Energy
- Electric Vehicles and Infrastructure
- Smart Grid Energy Management
Recent publications
- Phase-Aware Predictive Scheduling for Harmonic Hosting in Low-Voltage EV Feeders: An Integrated Decision Framework Applied Sciences · 2026
- Decarbonizing Insular Energy Systems: A Literature Review of Practical Strategies for Replacing Fossil Fuels with Renewable Energy Sources Fuels · 2025 · 26 citations
- Improving V2G Systems Performance with Low-Pass Filter and Fuzzy Logic for PV Power Smoothing in Weak Low-Voltage Networks Applied Sciences · 2025 · 12 citations
- PV Solar-Powered Electric Vehicles for Inter-Campus Student Transport and Low CO2 Emissions: A One-Year Case Study from the University of Cuenca, Ecuador Sustainability · 2025 · 8 citations
- Effect of latency and charge control of electric vehicles in power grids with high penetration of photovoltaic solar energy Renewable Energies · 2025 · 6 citations
Martin Eduardo Ortega Ortega
Researcher
RL-02 Electrical Power
- Publications
- 19
- Citations
- 212
- h-index
- 8
- Transportation Planning and Optimization
- Multi-Criteria Decision Making
- Network Traffic and Congestion Control
Recent publications
- Structural Vulnerabilities and GHG Emissions in Ecuador’s Electricity Generation (2003–2024): A Diagnostic Approach Electronics · 2026
- Systematic review of overtaking maneuvers with autonomous vehicles Transportation Engineering · 2024 · 24 citations
- Evaluating the Location of the Park-and-Ride System Using Multi-Criteria Methods: A Systematic Review Sustainability · 2024 · 8 citations
- An Integrated Approach to the Spanish Driving Behavior Questionnaire (SDBQ) in the City of Cuenca, Ecuador Sustainability · 2024 · 6 citations
- An Assessment of Voice Quality and QoS in Real VoIP Calls Using Multiple Voice Codecs Proceedings · 2024 · 6 citations
Patricio Astudillo Salinas
Researcher
RL-02 Electrical Power
- Publications
- 4
- Citations
- 78
- h-index
- 4
- Microgrid Control and Optimization
- Optimal Power Flow Distribution
- Advanced Battery Technologies Research
Recent publications
- Systematic Review of Hierarchical and Multi-Agent Optimization Strategies for P2P Energy Management and Electric Machines in Microgrids Applied Sciences · 2025 · 41 citations
- Comparative study of dynamic response by three types of energy storage systems for grid studies: A Microgrid Laboratory experimental-based study Revista Tecnológica – ESPOL · 2024 · 7 citations
- Reutilización de baterías de vehículos eléctricos para aplicaciones de segunda vida en sistemas eléctricos de potencia con una alta penetración de energía renovable: una revisión sistemática de la literatura Ingenius · 2024 · 4 citations
- Distributed Generation Applied to Residential Self-Supply in South America in the Decade 2013–2023: A Literature Review Energies · 2023 · 26 citations
Paul Arevalo
Researcher
RL-02 Electrical Power
- Publications
- 142
- Citations
- 3,476
- h-index
- 36
- Power Systems and Renewable Energy
- Microgrid Control and Optimization
- Hybrid Renewable Energy Systems
Recent publications
- Hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles: A comprehensive review Elsevier eBooks · 2026 · 2 citations
- Measurement-Aware Frequency Support in DFIG-Based Low-Inertia Systems Under Variable Load Profiles Electronics · 2026 · 2 citations
- Dynamic Estimation of Load-Side Virtual Inertia with High Power Density Support of EDLC Supercapacitors Batteries · 2026
- Contributors Elsevier eBooks · 2026
- Smart Meter Based on Demand Forecasting for Real-Time Architecture Communications in computer and information science · 2026
Vinicio Iñiguez
Researcher
RL-02 Electrical Power
- Publications
- 14
- Citations
- 111
- h-index
- 7
- Microgrid Control and Optimization
- Power Systems and Renewable Energy
- Electric Vehicles and Infrastructure
Recent publications
- Systematic Review of Hierarchical and Multi-Agent Optimization Strategies for P2P Energy Management and Electric Machines in Microgrids Applied Sciences · 2025 · 41 citations
- Voltage Control in Distribution Network via Vehicle-to-Grid Concept: Implementation and Experimental Validation in a Microgrid Laboratory Green energy and technology · 2025
- Comparative study of dynamic response by three types of energy storage systems for grid studies: A Microgrid Laboratory experimental-based study Revista Tecnológica – ESPOL · 2024 · 7 citations
- A New Adaptive Strategy for Enhancing the Stability of Isolated Grids through the Integration of Renewable Energy and V2G Management Applied Sciences · 2024 · 6 citations
- An IoT-Based Measurement Device for E-bike Tracking Performance Analysis IEEE Ecuador Technical Chapters Meeting (ETCM) · 2024 · 3 citations
Andrés Vázquez Rodas
Coordinator
RL-03 Signals and Communications
RL-01 Electronics and Control
- Publications
- 45
- Citations
- 493
- h-index
- 12
- Arduino and IoT Applications
- Energy Efficient Wireless Sensor Networks
- IoT Networks and Protocols
Recent publications
- Centrality-Based Topology Control in Routing Protocols for Wireless Sensor Networks with Community Structure Electronics · 2025 · 4 citations
- An in-depth assessment of the physical layer performance in the proposed B5G framework Ad Hoc Networks · 2024 · 2 citations
- Data collection using unmanned aerial vehicles and a delay-tolerant network 2023 · 4 citations
- Topological Evaluation of Realistic Mobility Models for Spontaneous Wireless Networks Using Graph Theory Metrics 2023 · 2 citations
- A Comprehensive Ceiling Analysis of the Physical Layer Performance of the 5G NR 2023 · 1 citation
Fabián Astudillo Salinas
Researcher
RL-03 Signals and Communications
RL-01 Electronics and Control
- Publications
- 85
- Citations
- 671
- h-index
- 13
- Arduino and IoT Applications
- IoT Networks and Protocols
- Electric Power System Optimization
Recent publications
- Non-invasive techniques for flow rate measurement in water pipes: Systematic review Flow Measurement and Instrumentation · 2026 · 1 citation
- Intelligent Edge-IoT Platform for Corn Yield Prediction Lecture notes in networks and systems · 2026
- On the implementation and performance evaluation of botnet detection algorithms based on domain generation algorithms’ techniques Array · 2026
- Machine learning-based classification of push techniques in speed skating NOVASINERGIA REVISTA DIGITAL DE CIENCIA INGENIERÍA Y TECNOLOGÍA · 2026
- Development of a Protocol Converter from SMA Data to Modbus TCP for SCADA Integration Revista Tecnológica – ESPOL · 2025 · 1 citation
Juan Diego Belesaca
Researcher
RL-03 Signals and Communications
- Publications
- 18
- Citations
- 23
- h-index
- 3
- Millimeter-Wave Propagation and Modeling
- Energy Efficient Wireless Sensor Networks
- Advanced Wireless Communication Techniques
Recent publications
- Non-invasive techniques for flow rate measurement in water pipes: Systematic review Flow Measurement and Instrumentation · 2026 · 1 citation
- Centrality-Based Topology Control in Routing Protocols for Wireless Sensor Networks with Community Structure Electronics · 2025 · 4 citations
- Development of a Protocol Converter from SMA Data to Modbus TCP for SCADA Integration Revista Tecnológica – ESPOL · 2025 · 1 citation
- Advances in Security Maturity and Architecture Design in Critical Infrastructures IEEE Ecuador Technical Chapters Meeting (ETCM) · 2025 · 1 citation
- Enhancing SCADA System Availability: A Case Study of Microgrid Universidad de Cuenca Revista Tecnológica – ESPOL · 2025
Juan Manuel Andrade
Researcher
RL-03 Signals and Communications
- Publications
- 20
- Citations
- 50
- h-index
- 4
- Image and Video Quality Assessment
- Advanced Image Processing Techniques
- Image Processing Techniques and Applications
Recent publications
- No-Reference Image Sharpness Assessment Based on Perceptually-Weighted Image Gradients International Conference on Information, Intelligence, Systems & Applications (IISA) · 2023
- Image Quality Assessment Synthesis lectures on algorithms and software in engineering · 2021 · 3 citations
- A Survey of Blur Detection and Sharpness Assessment Methods Synthesis lectures on algorithms and software in engineering · 2021 · 2 citations
- Sharpness Enhancement of Stereo Images Using a Depth-Based Per-Pixel Regularization International Conference on Information, Intelligence, Systems & Applications (IISA) · 2021
- Out-of-Focus Blur Synthesis lectures on algorithms and software in engineering · 2021
Keneth Palacio
Researcher
RL-03 Signals and Communications
- Publications
- 51
- Citations
- 263
- h-index
- 8
- Error Correcting Code Techniques
- Heart Rate Variability and Autonomic Control
- Cooperative Communication and Network Coding
Recent publications
- Exploring New Horizons on the Interpretation of PCA Using LLM for Data Analysis Communications in computer and information science · 2025
- An Approach to Variable Clustering: K-Means in Transposed Data and its Relationship with Principal Component Analysis IEEE CHILEAN Conference on Electrical, Electronics Engineering, Information and Communication Technologies (CHILECON) · 2025
- Understanding Student Sentiment in Teacher Evaluations Using Large Language Models IEEE Ecuador Technical Chapters Meeting (ETCM) · 2024 · 1 citation
- An Approach to Experiment Reproducibility Through MLOps and Semantic Web Technologies Latin American Computer Conference (CLEI) · 2023 · 5 citations
- An Error Exponent for the AWGN Channel with Decision Feedback and Lattice Coding Allerton Conference on Communication, Control, and Computing · 2022 · 1 citation
Lizandro Solano
Researcher
RL-03 Signals and Communications
- Publications
- 46
- Citations
- 231
- h-index
- 8
- Parallel Computing and Optimization Techniques
- Computer Graphics and Visualization Techniques
- Distributed and Parallel Computing Systems
Recent publications
- Learning Analytics to Support the Provision of Feedback in Higher Education: a Systematic Literature Review Latin American Conference on Learning Technologies (LACLO) · 2022 · 7 citations
- Coordinating learning analytics policymaking and implementation at scale British Journal of Educational Technology · 2020 · 30 citations
- Temporal Analysis of 911 Emergency Calls Through Time Series Modeling Advances in intelligent systems and computing · 2019 · 1 citation
- Towards an Ontology for Supporting Dynamic Reconfiguration of IoT Applications Advances in intelligent systems and computing · 2019 · 1 citation
- AC transmission network expansion planning considering losses IEEE PES Innovative Smart Grid Technologies Europe · 2018 · 5 citations
Pablo Barbecho Bautista
Researcher
RL-03 Signals and Communications
- Publications
- 47
- Citations
- 381
- h-index
- 9
- Traffic control and management
- Vehicular Ad Hoc Networks (VANETs)
- Simulation and Modeling Applications
Recent publications
- Federated Learning Frameworks for Intelligent Transportation Systems: A Comparative Adaptation Analysis Smart Cities · 2026 · 3 citations
- Analytical Summaries of the Reviewed ITS Studies: Supplementary Material for "Intelligent Transportation Applications in Smart Cities: A Standards-Oriented Mapping Review" Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) · 2026
- Intelligent Transportation Applications in Smart Cities: A Standards-Oriented Mapping Review Smart Cities · 2026
- Realistic Urban Traffic Generator Using Decentralized Federated Learning for the SUMO Simulator IEEE Open Journal of the Communications Society · 2025 · 7 citations
- RUTGe: Realistic Urban Traffic Generator for Urban Environments Using Deep Reinforcement Learning and SUMO Simulator International Conference on Vehicle Technology and Intelligent Transport Systems (VEHITS) · 2025 · 4 citations
Santiago Renan Gonzalez Martinez
Researcher
RL-03 Signals and Communications
- Publications
- 27
- Citations
- 101
- h-index
- 5
- Mobile Ad Hoc Networks
- Energy Efficient Wireless Sensor Networks
- Structural Health Monitoring Techniques
Recent publications
- Aplicación de MANET como sistema de comunicación en la movilidad sostenible Ingenius · 2025
- Evaluación de un algoritmo de control para video adaptativo empleando enrutamiento tradicional y SDN Revista Tecnológica – ESPOL · 2025
- Sistema de Detección y Alerta de Incendios Forestales Basado en Procesamiento de Imágenes e IA Revista Tecnológica – ESPOL · 2025
- Evaluación y Comparación de Métricas Objetivas PSNR, SSIM y LPIPS para el Análisis de Calidad de Video Revista Tecnológica – ESPOL · 2025
- A Low-Cost IoT Architecture Based on LPWAN and MQTT for Monitoring Water Resources in Andean Wetlands SN Computer Science · 2024 · 20 citations
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Projects
Research projects
Projects registered in the University’s research portal with participation of DEET members.
- Ongoing projects
- 3
- Completed projects
- 21
- DEET researchers
- 12
- Participating groups
- 3/3
- Researching since
- 2015
Timeline
Each bar is the project’s duration; the solid part is the time already elapsed.
- P-01 Planificación óptima convexa integrada de generación…
- P-02 Transición energética sostenible en Azuay-Ecuador mediante…
- P-03 Predicción del consumo de agua en…
- P-04 Planeamiento óptimo de la expansión para…
- P-05 Control activo tolerante a fallas basado…
- P-07 Predicción de corto plazo de la…
- P-06 Planeamiento conjunto de la expansión óptima…
- P-08 Planeamiento holístico de la expansión del…
- P-09 Multi-stakeholder and sustainable expansion of the…
- P-10 Influencia de métodos de evaluación utilizados…
- P-11 Uso del modelo de corriente alterna…
- P-12 Exoesqueleto robótico para asistencia funcional en…
- P-13 Modelos de optimización para la planificación…
- P-14 Respuesta sísmica de pórticos especiales de…
- P-15 Diseño de sistemas de control tolerantes…
- P-16 Aplicación de tecnologías inalámbricas al sistema…
- P-17 Prototipo de expansión de funcionalidades para…
- P-18 Modelos AC para el uso en…
- P-19 Prototipo de exoesqueleto usable en las…
- P-20 Análisis de factibilidad para la implementación…
- P-21 Despliegue de una infraestructura inalámbrica en…
- P-22 Desarrollo de una estrategia de control…
- P-23 Herramienta computacional para realizar la planificación…
- P-24 Aplicación de tecnologías inalámbricas al monitoreo…
Who works on what
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Ongoing 3
- RL-02 · Electrical Power
- RL-03 · Signals and Communications
Planificación óptima convexa integrada de generación y transmisión en sistemas eléctricos considerando nuevas tecnologías y restricciones de estabilidad basadas en indicadores estáticos
XXII Concurso Universitario de Proyectos de Investigación Posdoctorado 2026
Team
- DirectorSantiago Torres
- Co-directorFabián Astudillo Salinas
- ResearchJuan Leonardo Espinoza
- PostdocJosé Eduardo Chillogalli Astudillo
Keywords
- Planificación integrada
- Generación
- Transmisión
- Optimización convexa
- RL-01 · Electronics and Control
- RL-02 · Electrical Power
Transición energética sostenible en Azuay-Ecuador mediante infraestructuras integradas: un enfoque multivectorial para la gestión de electricidad renovable, agua potable y movilidad eléctrica
XXII Concurso Universitario de Proyectos de Investigación
Team
- DirectorLuis Ismael Minchala
- ResearchPaul Arevalo
- ResearchMartin Eduardo Ortega Ortega
- Associate researcherLuis Eduardo Garza Castañón
In collaboration with
- Tecnológico de Monterrey (México)
Keywords
- Transición
- Optimización
- Energía
- Renovable
Project summary
La transición energética constituye un desafío global que requiere integrar múltiples vectores energéticos en sistemas resilientes y sostenibles. En Ecuador, la alta dependencia de la hidroelectricidad y del transporte basado en derivados del petróleo plantea vulnerabilidades críticas frente al cambio climático y los compromisos internacionales de descarbonización.
Este proyecto propone el diseño y validación de un modelo multivectorial bajo el enfoque RENON (Renewable Network of Networks), que articule las redes de electricidad renovable, agua y movilidad eléctrica en la provincia del Azuay. El modelo integrará algoritmos de optimización y simulación digital para evaluar escenarios energéticos considerando la variabilidad de las fuentes renovables no convencionales, la seguridad hídrica y la electrificación del transporte.
La investigación se desarrollará en cuatro fases: I) diagnóstico de la oferta y demanda energética y la disponibilidad actual de electromovilidad en el Azuay; II) diseño del modelo RENON multivectorial; III) simulación de escenarios urbanos y rurales con horizontes 2030 y 2050; y IV) validación del modelo y generación de lineamientos estratégicos.
Se espera que los resultados contribuyan a reducir la dependencia de combustibles fósiles, diversificar la matriz energética provincial con proyección a la planificación nacional, formular propuestas regulatorias y generar publicaciones científicas de alto impacto.
- RL-03 · Signals and Communications
- RL-01 · Electronics and Control
Predicción del consumo de agua en viviendas mediante sensores de vibración no invasivos y algoritmos predictivos adaptados a contextos socioeconómicos
XXI Concurso Universitario de Proyectos de Investigación
Team
- DirectorFabián Astudillo Salinas
- Co-directorLuis Ismael Minchala
- Research assistantAníbal Martín Macas Villagómez
- Research assistantKarla Victoria Barrera Saavedra
Keywords
- Medición
- Agua
- Consumo
- Algoritmos predictivos
Thematic fingerprint
- Consumo de agua
- Crecimiento poblacional
- Investigación universitaria
- Innovación tecnológica
- Cambio climático
- Política gubernamental
- Entorno rural
- Gestión del agua
- Procesamiento de datos
Project summary
Este proyecto de innovación tecnológica se enfoca en el monitoreo y la predicción del consumo de agua residencial. Su propósito es generar información precisa sobre el consumo de agua que permita diseñar políticas de ahorro y, en consecuencia, un mejor manejo de este recurso.
El dispositivo utiliza sensores de vibración no invasivos que recolectan datos sobre el uso del recurso hídrico en todos los puntos de consumo de una vivienda, sin alterar la infraestructura existente. La comunicación entre los microsensores distribuidos por el inmueble es una barrera tecnológica que el proyecto resolverá.
Los datos recolectados se procesan con algoritmos de aprendizaje automático para predecir el consumo de agua según los distintos contextos socioeconómicos de los hogares de Cuenca. La integración de sensores con técnicas de análisis de datos permitirá aprender los patrones de consumo y generar recomendaciones para reducir el desperdicio.
El proyecto responde a la necesidad de gestionar el agua de manera sostenible frente al cambio climático y el crecimiento poblacional, y sienta una base para estrategias de sostenibilidad hídrica en entornos urbanos y rurales, con impacto directo en la planificación de políticas públicas de distribución y conservación del recurso.
Completed 21
- RL-02 · Electrical Power
Planeamiento óptimo de la expansión para microrredes de mediana y gran escala: caso Galápagos
Team
- DirectorSantiago Torres
- RL-01 · Electronics and Control
Control activo tolerante a fallas basado en el operador de Koopman para sistemas MIMO no lineales
Team
- DirectorLuis Ismael Minchala
- Technical staffJuan Francisco Durán
- ResearchA. F. Araujo Pacheco
- Research assistantK. V. Barrera Saavedra
- Research assistantE. A. L. Huayllas
- Research assistantA. J. Molina Jara
- RL-02 · Electrical Power
- RL-03 · Signals and Communications
Planeamiento conjunto de la expansión óptima de los sistemas eléctricos de generación y transmisión
Team
- DirectorSantiago Torres
- Co-directorFabián Astudillo Salinas
- ResearchDanny Ochoa Correa
- RL-03 · Signals and Communications
Predicción de corto plazo de la generación de energía fotovoltaica mediante la aplicación de inteligencia artificial a fotografías de la nubosidad sobre el sistema de generación
XX Concurso Universitario de Proyectos de Investigación
Team
- DirectorJuan Manuel Andrade
- Co-directorKeneth Palacio
- Research assistantEdwin Anibal Lima Huayllas
Keywords
- Potencia
- Energía fotovoltaica
- Predicción
- Machine learning
Thematic fingerprint
- Inteligencia artificial
- Energía fotovoltaica
- Nubosidad
- Sistema de generación
- Potencia eléctrica
- Sistemas de aprendizaje
- Fotografía
- Paneles solares
Project summary
En el marco del desarrollo sostenible, la producción de energía limpia y la soberanía energética, en Ecuador se han desplegado varios sistemas fotovoltaicos, tanto experimentales como de producción. Aunque la energía solar es prácticamente inagotable, una de las principales desventajas de la generación fotovoltaica es su fluctuación por efectos atmosféricos: las nubes, según su altura, espesor y velocidad, bloquean en distinto grado la luz que llega a los paneles y hacen variar la energía generada.
Esa fluctuación es tan indeseable como inevitable, pero predecirla es muy útil para las empresas generadoras, que pueden aplicar métodos de suavizado de potencia y reducir sus efectos sobre la calidad de la energía y la estabilidad de los sistemas eléctricos de potencia.
El proyecto propone un sistema que capture, almacene y procese fotografías de la posición de las nubes y, mediante aprendizaje de máquina, prediga con antelación suficiente la fluctuación de la generación eléctrica, información que podrá emplearse en sistemas de suavizado de potencia. El análisis de resultados se realizará en el Laboratorio de Microrred de la Universidad de Cuenca.
- RL-02 · Electrical Power
Planeamiento holístico de la expansión del sistema eléctrico de transmisión considerando nuevas tecnologías e incertidumbre
Team
- DirectorSantiago Torres
- ResearchJ. E. Jara Alvear
- ResearchM. A. Torres Rodríguez
- RL-02 · Electrical Power
- RL-03 · Signals and Communications
Multi-stakeholder and sustainable expansion of the Ecuadorian transmission power system
Team
- DirectorSantiago Torres
- ResearchFabián Astudillo Salinas
- ResearchL. C. Siguenza Guzman
- Graduate thesis studentM. A. Machuca Quito
- Graduate thesis studentK. Y. Montaño Viñan
- Associate researcherD. E. Ballari
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- Associate researcherX. P. Gavela Guaman
- Associate researcherJ. E. Jara Alvear
- RL-03 · Signals and Communications
Influencia de métodos de evaluación utilizados para efectuar análisis por desempeño de estructuras especiales de acero
Team
- DirectorF. X. Flores Solano
- Co-directorFabián Astudillo Salinas
- Technical staffB. X. Astudillo Carpio
- Technical staffJ. A. Avecillas Leon
- Technical staffP. S. Pozo Ocampo
- RL-02 · Electrical Power
- RL-03 · Signals and Communications
Uso del modelo de corriente alterna para la planificación integrada multi-etapa de la expansión de líneas de transmisión/subtransmisión y fuentes de potencia reactiva en sistemas de energía eléctrica
Team
- DirectorSantiago Torres
- Co-directorFabián Astudillo Salinas
- Visiting researcherJ. C. Lopez Quizhpi
- Associate researcherJ. F. Ordoñez Giron
- Technical staffN. E. Matute Alvarado
- Technical staffE. G. Morquecho Salto
- RL-01 · Electronics and Control
- RL-03 · Signals and Communications
Exoesqueleto robótico para asistencia funcional en la marcha de pacientes con lesiones medulares incompletas: diseño y aplicación inicial
Team
- DirectorLuis Ismael Minchala
- Co-directorFabián Astudillo Salinas
- ResearchAndrés Vázquez Rodas
- ResearchL. M. Ayavaca Tapia
- ResearchJ. A. Barreto Andrade
- ResearchV. V. Cardenas Leon
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- ResearchE. J. Mora Tola
- ResearchB. S. Wong De
- Technical staffD. F. Merchán Piedra
- RL-02 · Electrical Power
Modelos de optimización para la planificación integrada de sistemas de distribución de energía eléctrica
Team
- DirectorJ. C. Lopez Quizhpi
- Co-directorSantiago Torres
- ResearchJuan Leonardo Espinoza
- RL-03 · Signals and Communications
Respuesta sísmica de pórticos especiales de acero considerando el sistema de gravedad y la flexibilidad de la base de las columnas
Team
- DirectorF. X. Flores Solano
- Co-directorFabián Astudillo Salinas
- ResearchLizandro Solano
- ResearchJ. C. Jimenez Pacheco
- Technical staffB. X. Astudillo Carpio
- Technical staffP. S. Pozo Ocampo
- RL-01 · Electronics and Control
Diseño de sistemas de control tolerantes a fallas para minimización de esfuerzos en aerogeneradores de pequeña escala
Team
- DirectorLuis Ismael Minchala
- Co-directorL. G. Gonzalez Morales
- Undergraduate thesis studentC. M. Llivisaca Puma
- Undergraduate thesis studentC. E. Mejia Mayancela
- RL-03 · Signals and Communications
- RL-01 · Electronics and Control
Aplicación de tecnologías inalámbricas al sistema de predicción de caudales en la cuenca del río Tomebamba
Team
- DirectorFabián Astudillo Salinas
- Co-directorAndrés Vázquez Rodas
- Visiting researcherLuis Ismael Minchala
- Visiting researcherJ. E. Veintimilla Reyes
- Undergraduate thesis studentP. E. Avila Campos
- Undergraduate thesis studentM. P. Gutama Morocho
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- Undergraduate thesis studentJ. P. Narvaez Bernal
- Undergraduate thesis studentJ. F. Peralta Santos
- Undergraduate thesis studentJ. B. Tenesaca Quilambaqui
- Undergraduate thesis studentJ. J. Vazquez Patiño
- Technical staffJ. L. Guaman Rivera
- Technical staffJ. S. Placencia Leon
- RL-03 · Signals and Communications
- RL-01 · Electronics and Control
Prototipo de expansión de funcionalidades para dispositivos de automatización industrial clásicos utilizando plataformas embebidas de bajo costo
Team
- DirectorAndrés Vázquez Rodas
- Co-directorLuis Ismael Minchala
- ResearchFabián Astudillo Salinas
- Technical staffJ. A. Peralta Sarmiento
- RL-02 · Electrical Power
Modelos AC para el uso en el planeamiento de la expansión de redes eléctricas de transmisión inteligentes
Team
- DirectorSantiago Torres
- Co-directorJ. C. Lopez Quizhpi
- ResearchP. D. Arias Reyes
- RL-01 · Electronics and Control
- RL-03 · Signals and Communications
Prototipo de exoesqueleto usable en las extremidades inferiores mediante la utilización de algoritmos de control adaptativos
Team
- DirectorLuis Ismael Minchala
- ResearchAndrés Vázquez Rodas
- Associate researcherFabián Astudillo Salinas
- Associate researcherKeneth Palacio
- Co-directorJ. A. Barreto Andrade
- ResearchL. M. Ayavaca Tapia
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- ResearchV. V. Cardenas Leon
- ResearchW. T. Contreras Calle
- ResearchB. S. Wong De
- Technical staffE. J. Mora Tola
- Research assistantG. D. Astudillo Heras
- RL-01 · Electronics and Control
- RL-03 · Signals and Communications
- RL-02 · Electrical Power
Análisis de factibilidad para la implementación de vehículos eléctricos en la ciudad de Cuenca, Ecuador
Team
- DirectorJ. C. Lopez Quizhpi
- ResearchLuis Ismael Minchala
- ResearchLizandro Solano
- ResearchSantiago Torres
- ResearchAndrés Vázquez Rodas
- ResearchP. D. Arias Reyes
- RL-03 · Signals and Communications
Despliegue de una infraestructura inalámbrica en el centro histórico de Cuenca como soporte a la iniciativa de ciudad inteligente
Team
- DirectorAndrés Vázquez Rodas
- ResearchFabián Astudillo Salinas
- RL-01 · Electronics and Control
Desarrollo de una estrategia de control supervisora para el circuito de molino de cemento de UCEM, planta industrial Guapán
Team
- DirectorLuis Ismael Minchala
- RL-02 · Electrical Power
- RL-03 · Signals and Communications
Herramienta computacional para realizar la planificación integrada a largo plazo de líneas de transmisión y fuentes de potencia reactiva en sistemas de energía eléctrica considerando incertidumbre
Team
- DirectorSantiago Torres
- Co-directorJuan Leonardo Espinoza
- ResearchLizandro Solano
- ResearchJ. C. Lopez Quizhpi
- ResearchC. A. Morocho Cabrera
- ResearchD. R. Ochoa Tocachi
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- ResearchR. E. Sempertegui Alvarez
- ResearchE. G. Morquecho Salto
- RL-03 · Signals and Communications
Aplicación de tecnologías inalámbricas al monitoreo climatológico en la cuenca del río Paute
Team
- DirectorFabián Astudillo Salinas
- ResearchLizandro Solano
- Co-directorJ. G. Barros Gavilanes
- ResearchH. M. Alban Bermeo
- ResearchM. F. Brito Mancero
- ResearchR. C. Guevara Baculima
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- ResearchP. F. Vanegas Peralta
- ResearchJ. A. Vazquez Martinez
- Technical staffD. E. Barrera Salamea
- Technical staffJ. L. Guaman Rivera
- Technical staffJ. C. Guillermo Anguisaca
- Technical staffJ. S. Placencia Leon
- Technical staffJ. F. Reyes Coellar
- Technical staffE. M. Tene Guaman
- Technical staffJ. P. Torres Coronel
- Technical staffO. F. Vega Zamora
Source: University of Cuenca research portal (PURE). Groups are assigned according to the DEET members taking part in each project. Project details are shown in their original language.
Indicators
Research metrics
Computed from the members’ profiles. Co-authored publications are counted only once.
- Researchers
- 21
- Unique publications
- 757
- Citations
- 9,451
- DEET h-index
- 49
- With international co-authorship
- 63%
RL-01
Electronics and Control
- Members
- 6
- Publications
- 236
- Citations
- 2,442
- h-index
- 28
- Microgrid Control and Optimization
- Electric Power System Optimization
- Wind Turbine Control Systems
- IoT Networks and Protocols
RL-02
Electrical Power Systems
- Members
- 9
- Publications
- 369
- Citations
- 6,381
- h-index
- 44
- Electric Power System Optimization
- Microgrid Control and Optimization
- Electric Vehicles and Infrastructure
- Hybrid Renewable Energy Systems
RL-03
Digital Signal Processing and Communications
- Members
- 8
- Publications
- 287
- Citations
- 1,764
- h-index
- 23
- Parallel Computing and Optimization Techniques
- Vehicular Ad Hoc Networks (VANETs)
- Mobile Ad Hoc Networks
- IoT Networks and Protocols
International collaboration network
Co-authorships with 52 countries and 248 institutions. Arcs link Cuenca with each country; their thickness shows how many publications they share. Click a country to see its publications.
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| Country | Publications |
|---|---|
| Ecuador | 425 |
| Spain | 185 |
| Mexico | 52 |
| United States | 31 |
| Brazil | 28 |
| Canada | 25 |
| China | 13 |
| Colombia | 10 |
| Italy | 9 |
| Venezuela | 9 |
| Belgium | 9 |
| Argentina | 8 |
| Portugal | 7 |
| India | 7 |
| Iran | 7 |
| Egypt | 6 |
| Honduras | 5 |
| Chile | 5 |
| Australia | 4 |
| South Africa | 4 |
| France | 4 |
| Hungary | 4 |
| Türkiye | 4 |
| Germany | 3 |
| Sweden | 3 |
| Ireland | 3 |
| Norway | 2 |
| Netherlands | 2 |
| United Arab Emirates | 2 |
| Jordan | 2 |
| Poland | 2 |
| Nigeria | 2 |
| Japan | 2 |
| Bangladesh | 2 |
| South Korea | 2 |
| Finland | 1 |
| Peru | 1 |
| Romania | 1 |
| Iraq | 1 |
| Ukraine | 1 |
| Greece | 1 |
| Denmark | 1 |
| Thailand | 1 |
| Taiwan | 1 |
| Brunei | 1 |
| Hong Kong | 1 |
| Austria | 1 |
| Saudi Arabia | 1 |
| Algeria | 1 |
| Vietnam | 1 |
| Pakistan | 1 |
| United Kingdom | 1 |
| Cuba | 1 |
Publications by DEET members with at least one co-author affiliated with this country (source: OpenAlex). DEET authors in bold.
Publication types
- Journal articles301 54%
- Conference papers193 34%
- Books and chapters32 6%
- Other35 6%
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| Type | Publications | % |
|---|---|---|
| Journal articles | 301 | 54% |
| Conference papers | 193 | 34% |
| Books and chapters | 32 | 6% |
| Other | 35 | 6% |
Open access
55% of the output is open access
- Diamond open journal with no author fees10%
- Gold open access journal20%
- Hybrid open article in a subscription journal3%
- Green repository copy20%
- Bronze free on the publisher’s site2%
- Closed requires subscription45%
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| Access | Publications | % |
|---|---|---|
| Diamond | 56 | 10% |
| Gold | 110 | 20% |
| Hybrid | 19 | 3% |
| Green | 113 | 20% |
| Bronze | 9 | 2% |
| Closed | 254 | 45% |
Most frequent partner institutions
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| Institution | Publications |
|---|---|
| Universidad de Jaén (Spain) | 125 |
| Tecnológico de Monterrey (Mexico) | 41 |
| Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (Spain) | 31 |
| Politecnica Salesiana University (Ecuador) | 30 |
| National Polytechnic School (Ecuador) | 29 |
| Universidad de Málaga (Spain) | 22 |
| Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (Spain) | 17 |
| Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP) (Brazil) | 17 |
| Universidad Católica de Cuenca (Ecuador) | 16 |
| Concordia University (Canada) | 13 |
Collaboration between groups
| RL-01 | RL-02 | RL-03 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| RL-01 Electronics and Control | 236 | 24 | 110 |
| RL-02 Electrical Power | 24 | 369 | 15 |
| RL-03 Signals and Communications | 110 | 15 | 287 |
Off the diagonal: publications with authors from both groups. On the diagonal: each group’s total. Members of two groups count in both.
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| Groups | Publications |
|---|---|
| RL-01 × RL-02 | 24 |
| RL-01 × RL-03 | 110 |
| RL-02 × RL-03 | 15 |
Contribution to the Sustainable Development Goals
Publications associated with each SDG according to OpenAlex’s automatic classification (a publication can contribute to several).
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| Goal | Publications |
|---|---|
| SDG 9 · Industry, innovation and infrastructure | 366 |
| SDG 7 · Affordable and clean energy | 269 |
| SDG 13 · Climate action | 143 |
| SDG 11 · Sustainable cities and communities | 75 |
| SDG 3 · Good health and well-being | 26 |
| SDG 12 · Responsible consumption and production | 16 |
| SDG 6 · Clean water and sanitation | 9 |
| SDG 2 · Zero hunger | 8 |
The number above each bar is the department total without duplicates; an article with authors from two groups appears in both segments.
Most cited works
- 298citations Fast-Frequency Response Provided by DFIG-Wind Turbines and its Impact on the Grid IEEE Transactions on Power Systems · 2016
- 215citations Impact of Artificial Intelligence on the Planning and Operation of Distributed Energy Systems in Smart Grids Energies · 2024
- 188citations A Review of Optimal Control Techniques Applied to the Energy Management and Control of Microgrids Procedia Computer Science · 2015
- 178citations Impact of EV fast charging stations on the power distribution network of a Latin American intermediate city Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews · 2019
- 148citations A Systematic Review on the Integration of Artificial Intelligence into Energy Management Systems for Electric Vehicles: Recent Advances and Future Perspectives World Electric Vehicle Journal · 2024
Source: ORCID, OpenAlex and Google Scholar (each article counted once; map, types, open access and SDGs from OpenAlex). Last updated: October 31, 2026.