Electrical Engineering · UET Lahore

Studying the moment
lightning meets the grid.

Assistant Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering

I work on lightning-induced overvoltages, high-voltage transients, and smart-grid resilience — building the electromagnetic models and data-driven tools that predict how power networks respond when lightning strikes.

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Noor Ul Ain at the 36th International Conference on Lightning Protection, Cape Town
About

Research profile

I'm an electrical engineering researcher and Assistant Professor with a Ph.D. in power systems, high-voltage transients, and smart-grid lightning protection. My work focuses on lightning-induced overvoltages, FDTD-based electromagnetic transient modelling, field-to-line coupling, grounding and soil parameter effects, insulation coordination, and data-driven prediction of power system transients.

I'm currently interested in postdoctoral research in high-voltage engineering, power system transients, grounding systems, overvoltage protection, condition monitoring, and smart-grid resilience — and in continuing collaborations with researchers in Egypt, Italy, Finland, China, and the USA.

FDTD modelling Insulation coordination Grounding & soil parameters Gaussian process regression Smart-grid resilience
  • 01 Lightning protection & transient modelling
  • 02 High-voltage insulation coordination
  • 03 Numerical electromagnetic field computation
  • 04 Machine learning for power system resilience
  • 05 Risk assessment of overvoltages in distribution networks
  • 06 Power converters for smart-grid applications
Journey

Education & academic positions

2009 – 2013
B.Sc. Electrical Engineering, UET Lahore
CGPA 3.79/4 · Dr. S. H. Durrani Gold Medal, Power Engineering
FYP: PLC-Based Distributed Control System for a Three-Phase Induction Motor
2013 – 2016
Visiting Lecturer / Lab Engineer, UET Lahore
2013 – 2016
M.Sc. Electrical Engineering, UET Lahore
CGPA 3.96/4
Thesis: Multiplexer-based Intelligent Controller for Multi-input and Multi-port Converters for Smart Grids
2016 – 2017
Visiting Lecturer, Government College University, Faisalabad
2016 – 2024
Ph.D. Electrical Engineering, UET Lahore
CGPA 4/4 · Supervised by Dr. Farhan Mahmood
Thesis: Assessment of Transient Overvoltages for Dynamic Lightning Protection in Smart Grids
2017 – 2025
Lecturer, Department of Electrical Engineering, UET Lahore
2025 – present
Assistant Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering, UET Lahore
Education Academic position
Publications

Selected work

10 journal articles, 5 conference papers, and a book — spanning lightning-induced overvoltages, insulation coordination, and power converter control.

01
Lightning Nowcasting using Fuzzy Logic — A Risk Assessment Framework for Resilience of Microgrids
N. U. Ain, F. Mahmood, C. Tong, C. Vagasky, M. E. M. Rizk
Electric Power Systems Research, Elsevier · 2024
02
A Correction to Rusck Expression for the Evaluation of Lightning-Induced Overvoltages for High-Resistivity Ground
N. U. Ain, A. Andreotti, F. Mahmood, M. E. M. Rizk
IEEE Transactions on Electromagnetic Compatibility, Vol. 65, No. 4 · Aug 2023
03
A New Fast Deterministic Economic Dispatch Method and Statistical Performance Evaluation for the Cascaded Short-Term Hydrothermal Scheduling Problem
M. A. Iqbal, M. S. Fakhar, N. U. Ain, A. Tahir, I. A. Khan, G. Abbas, S. A. R. Kashif
Sustainability, MDPI, Vol. 15, No. 2 · 2023
04
Comparison of Kalman Filters for State Estimation Based on Computational Complexity of Li-Ion Cells
A. Khalid, S. A. R. Kashif, N. U. Ain, et al.
Energies, Vol. 1, No. 6 · 2023
05
State of Health Estimation of LiFePO4 Batteries for Battery Management Systems
A. Khalid, S. A. R. Kashif, N. U. Ain, A. Nasir
Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol. 73, No. 2 · Jun 2022
06
A Prediction Model for Lightning-Induced Overvoltages Over Lossy Ground using Gaussian Process Regression
N. U. Ain, F. Mahmood, U. U. Fayyaz, M. Pourakbari Kasmaei, M. E. M. Rizk
IEEE Transactions on Power Delivery, Vol. 37, No. 4 · Sep 2021
07
Mitigation of Complex Non-Linear Dynamic Effects in Multiple-Output Cascaded DC-DC Convertors
S. Ahmed, S. A. R. Kashif, N. U. Ain, et al.
IEEE Access, Vol. 9 · 2021
08
Statistical Performances Evaluation of APSO and Improved APSO for Short Term Hydrothermal Scheduling Problem
M. S. Fakhar, S. A. R. Kashif, N. U. Ain, et al.
Applied Sciences, MDPI, Vol. 9, No. 12 · 2019
09
Multiplexed Control Strategy for a Multi-Input Converter using Fuzzy Logic Algorithm
N. U. Ain Hanif, S. A. R. Kashif, M. A. Saqib
IET Electronic Letters, Vol. 52, No. 15 · 2016
10
Fuzzy Logic Controller based Cuk Converter
N. U. Ain Hanif, S. A. R. Kashif
Science International Journal, Vol. 28, No. 4 · 2016
01
Assessment of Lightning Characteristics in Pakistan
M. Zahra, Z. Fatima, H. Zahid, A. Shah, N. U. Ain, F. Mahmood
37th ICLP, Dresden · 2024
02
A Neural Network Based Prediction System for Lightning-Induced Over-Voltages on Overhead Lines Considering the Soil Electrical Parameters
N. U. Ain, F. Mahmood, M. E. M. Rizk
36th ICLP, Cape Town · 2022
03
Evaluation of Ground Parameters on Lightning-Induced Over-Voltages Considering Various Return Stroke Models
N. U. Ain, F. Mahmood, A. Shoukat, M. E. M. Rizk
36th ICLP, Cape Town · 2022
04
Wireless Power Transfer Using Capacitive Coupling for High Power Applications
M. H. Saeed, S. A. R. Kashif, N. U. Ain, et al.
PIERS, China · 2020
05
A Comprehensive Electromagnetic Design, Simulation and Analysis of Wireless Charging Coils for Large Power Applications
H. Gulzar, N. U. Ain, et al.
PIERS, Japan · 2018
01
Design and Control of Multi-Input Converters for Smart Grids using Fuzzy Logic Controller
N. U. Ain Hanif, S. A. R. Kashif
Lambert Academic Publishing · 2016
Teaching

Courses & student supervision

Currently supervising & recent themes

  • Lightning detection & overvoltage protection
  • Smart grids & microgrid control
  • Transformer health index & condition monitoring
  • HVDC pilot protection in multi-terminal grids

M.Sc. thesis supervision

  • Improvement in Health Index of a Transformer using Nano-particles — Mr. Aqib
  • Control of Microgrids — Mr. Ameer Hamza
  • Analysis of Lightning-Induced Overvoltages using Various Engineering Return Stroke Models — Ms. Amna Shoukat
  • Prediction of Lightning Induced Overvoltages — Ms. Beenish Hanif
  • Mitigation of Temporary Overvoltages in a Hybrid Photovoltaic System — Ms. Aiman Haroon
  • Indirect Lightning Performance Assessment for Stratified Soils — Ms. Hifza Amir
  • Pilot Protection for HVDC Transmission Lines in Multi-Terminal VSC-HVDC Grids — Mr. Naeem

Senior year projects

  • Development of Lightning Detection System (2024)
  • Lightning Characteristics in Pakistan (2023–2024)
  • Lightning-Induced Overvoltage Protection for Micro-inverters (2023–2024)
  • Multi-input Boost Converter (2023–2024)
  • Power Quality Enhancement using Time-Domain Compensation Strategy (2017) — Best Project, Power Systems
  • Enhancement in Power Transfer Efficiency for WPT via Inductive Resonance Coupling (2017) — Best Project, Power Electronics
  • SCADA for a Distribution Transformer with Improved Health Index (2015) — 2nd Best Project, Power Electronics
  • Wireless Charging Table (2015)
  • Wireless Power Transfer (2014) — 2nd Best Project, Power Electronics
  • Solar Powered Induction Motor Drive using Isolated Boost Converter (2014)
  • Smart Grid Prototype (2016)
  • Smart Metering System (2016)
Honors & service

Recognition & professional activity

Honors & awards

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Dr. S. H. Durrani Gold MedalBest performance in Power Engineering subjects, UET Lahore · 2015
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Best Final Year Project AwardIEEE Lahore Section Competition · 2013

Presentations

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36th & 37th ICLPInternational Conference on Lightning Protection, Cape Town & Dresden · 2022 & 2024

Professional service

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Peer reviewerElectric Power Systems Research & IEEE Transactions journals — 15+ papers reviewed
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High-voltage equipment testingCables, insulators, and transformers
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Conference organizing committeeInternational conferences, EED, UET Lahore
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OBE implementation committeeWashington Accord compliance, UET Lahore