- Faculty of Engineering
- Department of Electrical Engineering
- Professor
Contact information
Department of Electrical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering
University of Moratuwa
Moratuwa
10400
Teaching and Administrative Activities
Renewable Energy and Environment -Undergraduate -2022
Electrical Installations II -Undergraduate -2022
Electrical Installations I -Undergraduate -2022
Electromagnetic Compatibility and Power Quality -Postgraduate -2022
Energy Economics -Postgraduate -2022
Design Aspects in Electrical Installations -Postgraduate -2022
Director/Postgraduate Studies-Faculty of Engineering - (2017 To date)
Chairman-University Energy Management Committee - (2015 To date)
Research Coordinator-Department of Electrical Engineering - (2011 To 2016)
Chairman-Board of Studies for Research Degrees -Administer all research degrees of faculty of engineering and multi disciplinary research of the university (2022 To date)
Research Activities
Power system modeling and simulation
Power system reliability and Power quality
Lightning protection and earthing
Energy and Energy System economics
PhD: 1) Shakila Madhushani Pathirana (158066P), PhD at University of Moratuwa, 2019, Title: DEVELOPMENT OF AN ENERGY EFFICIENCY RATING SYSTEM FOR RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS IN SRI LANKA. (co-supervisor: Prof. R. U. Halwatura) MPhil: 1) A.G.C.U. Perera (118076J), MPhil at University of Moratuwa, May 2016, Title: Stability And Security Assessment Of Indi-Sri Lanka HVDC Interconnection. (co-supervisor: Eng. W.D.A.S. Wijayapala)" 2) D.Y.T. Bambaravanage (128015H), MPhil at University of Moratuwa, Jan 2017, Title: Under Frequency Load Shedding For Power Systems With High Variability And Uncertainty. (co-supervisor: Prof. Sisil P. Kumarawadu) MSc: 1 Mr. DAGM Lakmal (09/8665), May-2012, Investigation on lightning impact to neighborhood groups due to the telecommunication towers 2 Mr. PIAS Perera (09/8554), Mar-2013, Potential of generating power out of rice husk and its financial viability 3 Mr. EDR Kumara (109226U), Jun-2013, Optimal Utilization of Radio Communication Network in Ceylon Electricity Board: Case Study 4 Mr. MDPR Gunathilaka (109215K), Feb-2014, An effective method of segregation of losses in distribution Systems (Co-supervisor: Dr. T Siyambalapitiya) 5 Mr. LRJ De Silva (09/8654), Mar-2014, Energy Modelling of a Multi-Storeyed Building for Green Building Design 6 Mr. WAKT Indrajith(09/8659), Mar-2014, Designing of Distribution Substation Lightning Protection System to Minimise Damage due to Lightning 7 Ms. RKAN Rathnayaka (109248M), Mar-2014, Development of a Cost Based Optimization Technique for Tower Line Design 8 Mr. MSS Hapuarachchi (09/8656), Apr-2014, The Impacts of Fuel Price Variation on Electricity Pricing in Sri Lanka 9 Ms. DMMT Dissanayaka (109207M), Dec-2014, Analyzing Power Quality Issues of Wind Power Plants in Puttalam (Co-supervisor: Dr. H.M. Wijekoon) 10 Mr. K.C Wijesinghe (108895J), May-2014, Feasibility Study on Solar PV Integration into the Cellular Mobile Telephone Base Stations Sites 11 Mr. WSTC Wickramasinghe (109261V), Jul-2014, Study on Reliability Improvements of Lakvijaya Power Station Related to Balance of Plant Systems: A Case Study 12 Ms. EPA Sampath (109252U), Dec-2014, Voltage Profile Improvement in MV Distribution Line: Cost Optimal Allocation of Reactive Power Compensators 13 Mr. D.M.D.K Dissanayaka (118662D), Apr-2015, Autonomous Fault Isolation and Power Restoring System for MV/LV Distribution (Co-Supervisor: Dr. K.T.M.U.Hemapala) 14 Mr. G.W.A.S.B. Muhandiramge (108888P), Apr-2015, Energy Efficient Building Model: A Case Study for Proposed SL Army Headquarters 15 Mr. A.H.G.R.Fernando (108883V), Apr-2015, Preparation of guideline for earthing of distribution transformers in different soil conditions. 16 Ms. P.H.N.S De Silva (109206J), May-2015, Reliability Improvement of 33KV network by Optimally Positioning of Auto Reclosers 17 Ms. J.G.S. Nalani (109238H) May-2015, Assessment of Rooftop Solar Net-metering Concept: Consumer and Utility Point of View (Co-supervisor: Prof. HYR Perera) 18 Mr. S.A.C. Rajapaksa (119133P), May-2015, End level diversity factors for multi category electrical installations 19 Mr. W.F.M. Fernando (108884B), May-2015, Investigation the Effects of Electromagnetic Field due to High Voltage Transmission Lines on Detonator Firing Circuits (Co-supervisor: Eng. WDAS Wijayapala) 20 Mr. B.Y.B.C.P. Kumara (108919N), Oct-2015, Feasibility Study on Tubular Skylights to be used in Sri Lankan Office Buildings 21 Mrs. P.M.A.U Karunapala (109223H), Oct-2015, Modeling of a Transmission Line Tower Grounding System 22 Mrs. J.N. Gunasekara (109212A), Oct-2015, Distribution loss reduction through energy management for rural electrification (Co-Supervisor: Dr. H.M. Wijekoon) 23 Mr. S.C.D. Kumarasinghe (119129J), Oct-2015, Optimum Reactive power Compensation and Voltage Control using Static Var Compensation for CEB Grid Substations 24 R.M.I.K.K. Rajapaksha (118687H), Apr-16, Development Of Transmission Pricing Methodology For Sri Lanka Power System 25 G.M. Amarakoon (128851P), May-16, Design Of An Optimum Power Solution For Telecom Base Station Sites 26 K.K.Navoda (139513B), Dec-16, Optimum Use Of Solar Inverter By Feeding Reactive Power At The Night 27 T.N. Weththasinghe, 139520T, Jan-17, Develop An Effective Methodology To Evaluate the Energy Loss In Low Voltage Networks 28 C.K.S.Perera (128777T), Feb-17, Optimum Reactive Power Compensation Methodology To Minimize System Overvoltage Conditions 29 K.H.Hasanka (128762T), Mar-17, Introducing Open Access And Transmission Pricing For Sri Lanka 30 Y.S.K. Hettiarachchi (128867U), Mar-17, Feasibility Of Scheduled Running Of Existing Mini Hydro Power Plants 31 M.P.M. Fernanado (128760K), Mar-17, Condition Monitoring And Assessment of Power Transformers Using Sweep Frequency Response Analysis And Dissolve Gas Analysis (Co-Supervisor: Prof. J.R. Lucas) 32 K.A.M.N Pathiratne, (128879H), Mar-17, Techno Economical Analysis on Integration Of Solar Pv With Battery Energy Storage Systems For Domestic Consumers 33 D.P.Nagasinghe (128877B), Mar-17, Improving Distribution Reliability Through Electricity Tariff And Their Financial Implications (Co-supervisor: Dr. T Siyambalapitiya) 34 K.G.Lakmali (139568V), Mar-17, Power Management Algorithm Stand-Alone Hybrid Energy Systems 35 K.S.Samarakon (139518U), Mar-17,Short Term Solar Irradiance Prediction Model Using Ground Based Sky Imagining 36 K.K.Dadallage (128857N), Apr-17, Cost Optimal Surge Protective System For Low Voltage Installations 37 Y.K.B.S. Ranaweera (128783H), Jun-17, Optimum Design for Medium Voltage Power Distribution in Planned City Under Constraints, A Case Study for Colombo Port City 39 Mr. R.S. Ranjitha (139582H), Determination of maximum loading capacity of a single generator unit: Case study for the present Sri Lankan power system. 40 Mr. S.R.J.S.B. Dayananda(139554B), Techno Economic Feasibility study on Agrivoltaic Electricity Generation in Sri Lanka. 41 M.P. Palatuwa, (139576T), 2018, Managing the resource intermittency to maximize the solar photovoltaic penetration
Power system modeling and simulation Power system reliability and Power quality Lightning protection and earthing Energy and Energy System economics
Education and Professional Affiliations
Bachelor's, University of Moratuwa ,2002
Masters, University of Moratuwa ,2004
PhD, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology ,2010
The Institution of Engineers Sri Lanka(2002 To date)
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers(2011 To date)
Career
Prof. Rodrigo graduated with a BSc(Engineering) with First Class Honours in Electrical Engineering and earned MSc from the University of Moratuwa. He received his PhD from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. Prof. Rodrigo has been involved with many industrial projects in Sri Lanka and overseas in various capacities such as electrical consultant, design review consultant and Power System Expert. So far, he has supervised more than 50 Masters degree candidates and published over 50 national and International technical papers.
Chairman-Board of Studies for Research Degrees
Senior Lecturer, University of Moratuwa, 2004 to 2021
Engineering team leader, in a a private consultancy firm in Sri Lanka and involved in several major power sector project in Sri Lanka.
Deputy Site Manager of the KG1-Water treatment plant project in Sri Lanka, ABB Utilities GmbH (Germany)
Honours and Awards
Publications*
Tharangika Bambaravanage, Sisil Kumarawadu, ,".Modeling, Simulation, and Control of a Medium-Scale Power System.",Springer Nature,2017
S. Xiong, R.S. Goonathilaka,".Foot Characteristics and Related Empirical Models,” The Science of Footwear, Goonetilleke R. S. (Ed.)..",CRC Press, Boca Raton, FL,2012
R.S. Goonetilleke and S. Xiong,".Perception of Pressure on Foot,Advances in Ergonomics Modeling and Usability Evaluation, Tareq ZA (Ed.),.",CRC Press, Boca Raton, FL,2010
Dasitha Liyanage,".Estimation of Actual Earth Resistance in Complex Earthing Networks: A Case Study for Telecom Towers.",2022 36th International Conference on Lightning Protection (ICLP),Cape Town, South Africa ,2022,267-271
Punsara H Samarakkody, Liyana Patabendige R Geethisha, Vimukthi D Nanayakkara,".Low Voltage Cable Path Optimization Using Hightower’s Algorithm and Simulated Annealing Algorithm.",2022 Moratuwa Engineering Research Conference (MERCon),Colombo,2022,1-6
Muditha M Warnakulasuriya, HM Yasod Yushmika, PA Andrahennadi, ,".Design of Complex Grounding System in Uniform or Non-uniform Soil Structure: Development of Grounding Design Software.",2022 Moratuwa Engineering Research Conference (MERCon),Colombo,2022,1-6
Asanka S Rodrigo, Ama Mandasmitha Ranawaka, Mewan Abeywickrama, Devin Akila Malawara Arachchi,".A Mixed Integer Nonlinear Programming Model and Heuristic Solutions for an Automated Demand Response System for Large Facilities.",2021 Moratuwa Engineering Research Conference (MERCon),Colombo,2021,83-88
A.S. Rodrigo, K.H.E. Perera, H.M.S. Priyadharshana, V.G.C. Priyanka and R.A.R.A. Ranasinghe ,". Cloud images capturing system for solar power level prediction.",Moratuwa Engineering Research Conference (MERCon),Colombo,2015,301-305
Shakila Pathirana, Rangika Halwatura, Asanka Rodrigo,".Sustainable approach to energy rating system for residential buildings.",Asian Journal of Civil Engineering,21,2020
Asanka S. Rodrigo, S. Rishanthi,".Real-Time Dynamic Thermal Rating Method to Uprate the Ampacity of Overhead Transmission Lines: A Case Study.",Engineer: Journal of the Institution of Engineers, Sri Lanka,53(3),2020
P.Y.T.D. Gunarathna, A.S. Rodrigo, T.M.L. Arachchi, H.D. Weerarathna and C.K. Wickramanayake, ,".Developing a Test Bench to Test Grid Tie Inverters.",Annual Transactions of IESL,1(B),2015
W.D.A.S. Rodrigo, A.G.C.U. Perera, ,".Dynamic Performance of India -Sri Lanka HVDC Interconnection : System Modelling and Simulation.",Annual Transactions of IESL,1(B),2015
Refereed Journal Publications
[1] T Bambaravanage, S. Kumarawadu, A. Rodrigo, “Comparison of three Under-Frequency Load Shedding Schemes referring to the Power System of Sri Lanka,” ENGINEER Journal, Institute of Engineers, Sri Lanka. XLIX (01), pp 41-52, 2016.
[2] Rodrigo, A.S., Wijerathne, R.M.D.S.B, Mendis, B.M.D, Mudagammana, P.M.B and Chandrasena, S.H.T.D, “Full Sky Image Based Solar Power Level Monitoring System, International Journal of Computer Science and Electronics Engineering,” Vol 4(2), pp 58-63, 2016.
[3] Rodrigo, W.D.A.S., Lakmal, H.K.I.S., Roshani, N.S., Samarakoon, S.W.M.G.S. and Samararatne, S.S., “A Prepaid Energy Meter Using GPRS/GSM Technology For Improved Metering And Billing,” International Journal of Computer Science and Electronics Engineering, vol 4(2), pp 64-69, 2016.
[4] W.D.A.S. Rodrigo, A.G.C.U. Perera, "Dynamic Performance of India -Sri Lanka HVDC Interconnection : System Modelling and Simulation" Annual Transactions of IESL, vol 1(B), pp.521-529, 2015.,
[5] A.S. Rodrigo, R.S. Goonetilleke and S. Xiong, “Load distribution to minimize pressure-related pain on foot: a model,” Ergonomics, vol. 56 (7), pp.1180-1193, 2013.
[6] A.S. Rodrigo and S. Perera, “Potential and Viability of Rice Husk Based Power Generation in Sri Lanka,” ENGINEER Journal, Institute of Engineers, Sri Lanka. XXXXVI (04), pp 9-17, 2013.
[7] T. Bambaravanage, A.S. Rodrigo, S.P. Kumarawadu, L.N.W. Arachchige, “A New Scheme of Under frequency Load Shedding and Islanding Operation,” Annual Transactions of IESL, pp.290-296, 2013.
[8] S. Xiong, R.S. Goonetilleke, W.D.A.S. Rodrigo and J. Zhao, “A model for the perception of surface pressure on human foot,” Applied Ergonomics, vol. 44(1), pp. 1-10, 2013.
[9] A.S. Rodrigo, R.S. Goonetilleke and C.P. Witana, “Model based foot shape Classification using 2D foot outlines,” Computer-Aided Design, vol.44 (1), pp.48-55, 2012.
[10] A.S. Rodrigo, “Energy policy making with externalities,” SLEMA Journal, 14(1), pp 2-6. 2011.
[11] S. Xiong, R.S. Goonetilleke, C.P. Witana and A.S. Rodrigo, “An indentation apparatus for evaluating discomfort and pain thresholds in conjunction with mechanical properties of foot tissue in vivo,” Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, vol. 47 (7), pp. 629-641, 2010.
[12] A.S. Rodrigo and P.D.C. Wijayatunga, “Pricing of embedded generation: Incorporation of externalities and avoided network losses,” Energy conversion and management, vol.48 (8), pp. 2332-2340, 2007.
Book Chapters
[13] S. Xiong, W.D.A.S. Rodrigo, R.S. Goonathilaka, “Foot Characteristics and Related Empirical Models,” The Science of Footwear, Goonetilleke R. S. (Ed.). CRC Press, Boca Raton, FL, 2012, pp 47 -78. (ISBN 9781439835685)
[14] A.S Rodrigo, R.S. Goonetilleke and S. Xiong, “Perception of Pressure on Foot,”Advances in Ergonomics Modeling and Usability Evaluation, Tareq ZA (Ed.), Boca Raton, CRC Press, 2010, pp. 80-88. (ISBN 9781439835036)
Refereed International Conference Publications
[15] A. S. Rodrigo and C. U. Perera, "Modeling and simulation of current source converter for proposed India-Sri Lanka HVDC interconnection," 2015 IEEE 10th International Conference on Industrial and Information Systems (ICIIS), Peradeniya, 2015, pp. 232-237.
[16] A.S. Rodrigo, K.H.E. Perera, H.M.S. Priyadharshana, V.G.C. Priyanka and R.A.R.A. Ranasinghe ” Cloud images capturing system for solar power level prediction,” Moratuwa Engineering Research Conference (MERCon), 7-8 Apr 2015, pp.301-305.
[17] O.S.D. De Silva, A.S. Rodrigo, V.I.P. Dasanayake, H.K.C.O. Dayarathne and J.G.D.S. De Silva, “Study on impact of wind power park integration on weak power systems: A case study on Mannar wind park in Sri Lanka,” Information and Automation for Sustainability (ICIAFS) 7th IEEE International Conference on, 2014, pp.1-6.
[18] A.S. Rodrigo, N.M. Akarawita, A.M.P.B Ambanwala, D.N. Ariyapala, W.C. Chaminda, “Safety in AC substation grounding systems under transient conditions: Development of design software,” Industrial and Information Systems (ICIIS), 8th IEEE International, Dec 2013, pp. 185-190.
[19] T. Bambaravanage, S. Kumarawadu, A.S. Rodrigo, L.N.W. Arachchige, “Under-frequency load shedding for power systems with high variability and uncertainty,” Signal Processing, Computing and Control (ISPCC), IEEE International Conference, Sep 2013, pp. 1-6.
[20] A.S. Rodrigo and R.S. Goonetilleke, “Designing Flight Information Displays for Quick Information Access: A Case Study of an International Airport,” Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Annual Meeting, vol.54 (6), Sept 2010, pp.586-589.
[21] A.S. Rodrigo, R. S. Goonetilleke, and S. Xiong, “Perception of Pressure on Foot,” Proceedings of AHFE2010 International Conference, Miami, Florida, USA, July 2010.
[22] A.S. Rodrigo and R.S. Goonetilleke, “A turning function based approach for foot outline classification,” Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management, IEEE International Conference, Dec 2009, pp.861-864.
Refereed National Conference Publications
[23] A.S. Rodrigo and K. Wijesinghe, “Feasibility of solar PV integration in to the grid connected telecom base stations,” Proceedings of the Energy Symposium, Ministry of Power and Energy, Sri Lanka, pp. 70, June 2015.
[24] O.S.D. De Silva, H.K.C.O. Dayarathne, V.I.P. Dasanayake, J.G.D.S. De Silva and A.S. Rodrigo, “Wind Generator Dynamics: Modelling of Fixed Speed Asynchronous Wind Generator using PSS/E,” in Proc. Of the IET Annual Conference, Sri Lanka Network, Colombo, Sri Lanka, Oct. 17, 2013.
[25] A.S. Rodrigo, D.P. Nagasinghe, K.A.M.N. Pathiratne, C.D. Pathirawasam, W.D. Pawithra, A.P.A. Perera “Low cost eye tracking system: detection of pupil centre and corneal reflection,” ,” in Proc. Of the IET Annual Conference, Sri Lanka Network, Colombo, Sri Lanka, Oct. 17, 2013.
[26] A.S. Rodrigo, M.C. Jayaratne, “Adoptability of Leed Green Building Rating System In Sri Lanka,” National Energy Symposium, BMICH-Colombo, Sri Lanka, August 17-18, 2012.
[27] A.S. Rodrigo and S. Perera, “Electricity Generation Using Rice Husk in Sri Lanka: Potential and Viability,” National Energy Symposium, BMICH-Colombo, Sri Lanka, pp.104-108 , 2011.
[28] Tharangika Bambaravanage, Asanka Rodrigo, Sisil Kumarawadu, "Modeling, Simulation, and Control of a Medium Scale Power System", Springer 2017, ISBN 978-981-10-4909-5. ( Book)
[29] S. Xiong, W.D.A.S. Rodrigo, R.S. Goonathilaka , “ Foot Characteristics and Related Empirical Models,” The Science of Footwear, Goonetilleke R. S. (Ed.). CRC Press, Boca Raton, FL,2012, pp 47 -78. (ISBN 9781439835685) (Book Chapter)
[30] A.S Rodrigo, R.S. Goonetilleke and S. Xiong, “Perception of Pressure on Foot,”Advances in Ergonomics Modeling and Usability Evaluation, Tareq ZA (Ed.), Boca Raton, CRC Press, 2010, pp. 80-88. (ISBN 9781439835036) (Book Chapter)
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