- Faculty of Engineering
- Department of Electrical Engineering
- Associate Professor
Contact information
Department of Electrical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering
University of Moratuwa
Moratuwa
10400
Teaching and Administrative Activities
Electrical Machines and Drives III -Undergraduate -2016
Power Electronics and Applications I -Undergraduate -2016
Electrical Machines and Drives iV -Undergraduate -2016
Design Projects -Undergraduate -2016
Advanced Power Electronics -Postgraduate -2016
Servo-drives and Power Electronic Control -Postgraduate -2016
Variable Speed Drives and Large Electrical Machines -Postgraduate -2016
Coorinator -Coordinating the activities of the newly established PEB-LTL Laboratory (2016 To date)
Coorinator -Coordinating the activities of the Electrical Machines Laboratory (2014 To date)
Coorinator -Coordinating the activities of the Power Electronics Laboratory (2014 To date)
Research Activities
Education and Professional Affiliations
PhD, University of Manchester ,1991 Electrical Engineering
Masters, University of Manchester ,1989 Electrical Engineering
Bachelors, University of Moratuwa ,1983 B.Sc. Eng. (First Class Honors) in Electrical Engineering
MIE(SL), CEng(2006 To date)
MIEEE(2018 To date)
Career
Honours and Awards
Publications*
J.P. Karunadasa V.H.R. Abhishek N.M.L.R. Nawarathna H.S.N. De Zoysa,".Development of multi-winding transformer assisted diode converters for improved utility interface.",MERCon 2022,Sri Lanka,2022,
J.P. Karunadasa B.H.A. Venuri Lanka Gunarathne Anushi Senanayake H. Senal Perera Silmi Karunarathne Amasha Ekanayake,".A novel strategy for ramp rate control of wind farms.",IPRECON 2022,India,2022,
J.P. Karunadasa S.S. Jayaweera H.P.N.N. Kumara J.A.S.H. Jayasooriya,".Hardware and Control Design of a Novel Three Phase Grid Tie Inverter System.",3rd International Conference on Electrical Engineering (EECon),Colombo, Sri Lanka,2021,118 - 124
Gamage, Chathura Vidana Wadduwage, Darshan Prasad Meegahapola, Lasantha Nutkani, Inam Karunadasa, J.P.,".Analysis of Oscillatory Modes and Model Interactions in Microgrids.",12th IEEE Energy Conversion Congress and Exposition - Asia (ECCE Asia 2021),Singapore,2021,497 - 503
Jeewndara J.M.D.S Karunadasa J.P. Hemapala K.T.M.U,".Comprehensive study on Kalman Filter based state of charge estimation method for battery energy management system in microgrid.",2021 IEEE Conference on Electrical, Computer, Communications and Mechatronics Engineering (ICECCME 2021),Mauritious,2021,
Jeewandara J.M.D.S Karunadasa J.P. Hemapala K.T.M.U,".SOC Level Estimation of Li-Ion Battery Based on time Series Forecasting Algorithms for Battery Management System .",2021 3rd International Conference on Electrical Engineering (EECon 2021),Colombo, Sri Lanka,2021,43 -49
J.M.D.S. Jeewandara Karunadasa J.P. K.T.M.U. Hemapala,".Paramerization and Core Temperature estimation of Lithium-Ion Batteries for thermal management.",2021 IEEE Region 10 Symposium (TENSYMP),Jeju, Republic of Korea,2021,1 - 6
Karunadasa J.P., Dabare A.S.N., Dissanayake D.M.K.C.,".Overvoltage Issues due to Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Integration at Low Voltage Side.",12th International Research conference, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University,Sri Lanka,2019,
Herath H.M.A.I., Karunadasa J.P.,".Modelling and Simulation of Power Transformers under DC Offset Produced by Load Current.",12th International Research conference, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University,Sri Lanka,2019,
Karunadasa J.P., Nishan Withana, Kanchana Gallage, Janaka Wijayarathna, Asha Wijethilake, ,".Development of a Programmable Mechanical Motor Loading Unit using a DC Motor.",Moratuwa Engineering Research Conference (MERCon),Sri Lanka,2019,211 - 215
Karunadasa J.P., Hiruni Bandara, Danitha Dayananda, Randika Thennakoon, Samantha Udayakumara,".High Performance AC-AC Regenerative 5_Level NPC Converter with Capacitor Voltage Balancing.",Second International Electrical Engineering Conference (EECon),Sri Lanka,2018,1 - 7
Imanka Jayathilaka, Lushan Lakpriya, Damith De Silva, Gayeshi Jayakodi, Hemapala K.T.M.U, Karunadasa J. P., Himali Lakshika,".DQ Transform Based Current Controller for Single Phase Grid Connected Inverter.",Second International Electrical Engineering Conference (EECon),Sri Lanka,2018,32 - 37
Jayasundara, D.Y.M., Karunarathne, A.M.G.T., Edirisooriya, H.P.U.D., Karunadasa. J.P., Lakshika, K.A.H.,".Simulation Performance of Grid Connected Z-Source Solar Inverter with Incremental Conductance MPPT.",Second International Electrical Engineering Conference (EECon),Sri Lanka,2018,26 - 31
Karunadasa J.P, Navarathna K.G.L., Abeyrathna R.V.C.N, Perera K.A.N.C., Sandaruwan K.D.N.,".Novel Three Phase Transformer Model to Accommodate the Effects of Load Injected DC.",Moratuwa Engineering Research Conference (MERCon),Sri Lanka,2018,138 - 143
Karunadasa J.P., Siyambalapitiya T,Hemachandra E.A.E.H ,".Potential for Promotion of Demand Side Management in Sri Lanka through a Market Based Approach.",First International Electrical Engineering Conference (EECon),Sri Lanka,2016,
Manamperi M.C., Jayantha G.A,".A case study on form wound stator winding insulation methodologies prior and after rehabilitation of old laxapana.",14th IndiaDoble power Forum-RM1603,India,2016,1 - 9
Herath H.M.A.I,".Investigation of the effects of DC current at the point of common coupling on the operation of distribution transformers.",9th International Research conference, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, Sri Lanka,Sri Lanka,2016,20 - 25
Manamperi D.I., Manujaya K.A.T., Sirisingha B.N., Erandi U.G.L.,".Practical implementation of a prototype dynamic voltage restorer.",IET-YP Sri Lanka, Annual Technical Conference,Sri Lanka,2016,81-88
Manamperi D.I., Manujaya K.A.T., Sirisingha B.N., Erandi U.G.L.,".Consideration of tracking PWM voltage generation for voltage sag mitigation.",IET-YP Sri Lanka, Annual Technical Conference,Sri Lanka,2016,59-64
Kumara C.P.T.K, Karunadasa J.P.,".A Comparative Evaluation Of Existing MPPT Algorithms And Development Of A Hybrid Algorithm For Photovoltaic Systems.",8th International Research conference, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University,Sri Lanka,2015,147 - 152
Darmawardana P.D.H., Kahingala T.D., Karunarathna K.M.C.G., Kularatne L.B.S.N., Karunadasa J.P.,".Nine level cascaded H-Bridge inverter for high performing UPS applications.",Moratuwa Engineering Research Conference (MERCon),Sri Lanka,2015,76 - 81
Karunadasa J.P, Rathnayake T.S., Rukshan K.T., Rupasinghe R.A.T.J.K., Ruwanthika R.M.M.,".Design and simulation of single phase active current harmonic filter.",International Conference on Circuit, Power and Computing Technologies (ICCCPCT) ,India,2014,978 - 983
Karunadasa J.P., Kothalawala T.R.,".Analyzing the Maximum Wind Power Penetration Level around Kalpitiya Peninsula.",Annual ERU Research Symposium, University of Moratuwa,Sri Lanka,2013,16 - 20
Karunadasa J.P., Jayasinghe R., Edirisinghe D.S.P., Fernando S.K.A., Fonseka P.I.V., Fonseka W.A.U.C.M.,".Design and Construction of an Intelligent Power Socket to Reduce the Energy Wastage due to Standby Power.",IET-YP Sri Lanka, Annual Technical Conference,Sri Lanka,2013,45 - 48
Attanayaka T.L., Bandara P.M., Bambarawana I.S., Bonukobhan N., Karunadasa J.P. ,".Harmonic Current Compensator.",Annual ERU Research Symposium, University of Moratuwa,Sri Lanka,2010,151 - 153
Karunaratne P.U., Karunaratne R., Jayawickrama R., Lakmal S., Jayawardana A., Karunadasa J.P., Wijayapala A.,".Synchronizing and Protection Relay for Distributed Generators.",Annual ERU Research Symposium, University of Moratuwa,Sri Lanka,2010,141 - 143
Soyza W.H.I.D., Karunadasa J.P.,".Power electronic starter for wound rotor induction motors.",Annual ERU Research Symposium, University of Moratuwa,Sri Lanka,2009,9 - 10
Perera L.B., Karunadasa J.P., Perera B.M.D., Perera K.P.S.D., Silva P.A.G.S. de,. Jayarathne M.C.,".High pulse thyristor converter for HVDC Applications”, 15th ERU Symposium.",Annual ERU Research Symposium, University of Moratuwa,Sri Lanka,2009,11 - 13
Perera L.B., Karunadasa J.P., Chathuranga K.A.P., Premathilaka D.M.K.M., Ratnayake I.N.W., Senarathne K.N.,".High pulse voltage source inverter for standalone renewable energy systems.",Annual ERU Research Symposium, University of Moratuwa,Sri Lanka,2009,14 - 15
Karunadasa J.P., Perera L.B., Perera B.M.D., Perera K.P.S.D., Silva P.A.G.S. De. Jayarathne M.C.,".Multi level current re-injection current source thyristor converter for HVDC applications.",IET-YP Sri Lanka, Annual Technical Conference,Sri Lanka,2009,
Karunadasa J.P., Perera B.A.P.T.K. ,".Embedded generation impacts to medium voltage distribution network and mitigation techniques.",IET-YP Sri Lanka, Annual Technical Conference,Sri Lanka,2009,
Karunadasa J.P., Perera L.B., Perera B.M.D., Perera K.P.S.D., Silva P.A.G.S. De,. Jayarathne M.C.,".High pulse thyristor converter for HVDC applications.",IET-YP Sri Lanka, Annual Technical Conference,Sri Lanka,2009,56 - 59
Abeyratne M.G.A.P., Welihinda S.M., Udawatta Lanka, Karunadasa J.P.,".Swing leg kinematics for the bipedal walking robot.",Annual ERU Research Symposium, University of Moratuwa,Sri Lanka,2009,99 - 100
Hewapathirana N.D., Uddawatta L., Karunadasa J.P., Nanayakkara T.,".Analysis on Four Legged Multipurpose Rope Climbing Robot.",International Conference on Industrial and Information Systems (ICIIS),Sri Lanka,2009,
Karunadasa J.P., Edirisinghe A.J., Hasthanayake L.S., Ranawaka A.S., Shantha G.D and Suranjith A.L.D.,".Electronically controlled circuit breaker.",Annual ERU Research Symposium, University of Moratuwa,Sri Lanka,2008,82 - 83
Karunadasa J.P., Kumara G.R.M.E., Paranietharan A., Vishnukanth S. and Gamachchige M.S.W.,".Design of automatic voltage regulator and frequency governor for synchronous generator.",Annual ERU Research Symposium, University of Moratuwa,Sri Lanka,2008,94 - 95
Karunadasa J.P., Edirisinghe A.J., Hasthanayake L.S., Ranawaka A.S., Shantha G.D.I., Suranjith A.L.D.,".Electronically controlled circuit breaker.",IET-YP Sri Lanka, Annual Technical Conference,Sri Lanka,2008,129 - 133
Karunadasa J.P., Kumara G.R.M.E., Paranietharan A., Vishnukanth S., Gamachchige M.S.W.,".Design of automatic voltage regulator and frequency governor for a synchronous generator.",IET-YP Sri Lanka, Annual Technical Conference,Sri Lanka,2008,121 - 124
Meegahapola Lasantha, Karunadasa J.P., Sandsiri Kasun, Tharanga Damith, Jayasekara Dammika,".Fuzzy Logic and Artificial Neural Network Approaches in Odor Detection.",International Conference in Industrial Automation (ICIA),Sri Lanka,2006,92 - 97
Amarasinghe N. D., Peiris R. L., Silva E. L. De, Kumara G. K. A , Kumarawadu S., Karunadasa J.P.,".Practical Design Considerations of a Low Cost Variable Speed Drive.",International Conference in Industrial Automation (ICIA),Sri Lanka,2006,355 - 360
Gamage K., Ranaweera A., Karunadasa J.P., Dias D.,".Remote Meter Reading over Power Distribution Lines.",Annual ERU Research Symposium, University of Moratuwa,Sri Lanka,2002,12 - 13
Karunadasa J.P., Renfrew A.C. ,".Simulation of a brushless dc motor control scheme with sliding mode control.",International conference on Electrical Machines and Drives,UK,1991,213 - 217
Karunadasa J.P., Renfrew A.C. ,".Brushless dc motor drive system simulation.",25th Universities Power Engineering Conference,UK,1990,97 - 100
Karunadasa J.P., Renfrew A.C.,".Analysis of torque production in brushless DC and AC motor drives.",International conference on Power Electronics and Variable Speed Drives,UK,1990,451 - 456
Karunadasa J.P., Renfrew A.C.,".A flexible fast digital controller for brushless dc motors.",International conference on Power Electronics and Variable Speed Drives,UK,1990,429 -434
Karunadasa J.P., Renfrew A.C.,".Torque control in brushless servomotors.",Mechatronics 89 conference,UK,1989,
H.P. Jayasinghe I.G. Ahangama V.D.V.Y. Dharmasiri D.C.G. Nisansala J.P. Karunadasa,".Predictive and Standalone fault Diagnosis System for Induction Motors.",Engineer: Journal of the Institution of Engineers, Sri lanka,Volume 54, Issue 4,2021
Attanayaka M.S.M.H.S Attanayaka Jayawardana P. Karunadasa Kulappu T.M.U. Hemapala,".Comprehensive electro-thermal battery model for Li-ion batteries in microgrid applications.",Energy Storage,Volume 3, Issue 3,2021
Attanayaka A.M.S.M.H.S., Karunadasa J.P., Hemapala K.T.M.U.,".Estimation of State of Charge for Lithium-ion Batteries – A Review.",Journal of AIMS Energy,Volume 7,2019
Perera W.P.T.S., Karunadasa J.P., De Zoysa S.N., Wickramasinghe M.A.S.C.,".In-rush Current Mitigation on Toroidal Transformers with Composite Cores.",Journal of Engineers, IESL,Volume LII, No 7,2019
Karunadasa J.P., Herath H.M.A.I. ,".Load Injected DC Current in Distribution Transformers: Investigation and Elimination.",Journal of Engineers, IESL,Volume LI, No. 4,2018
Herath H.M.A.I., Karunadasa J.P.,".Novel Sensor to measure DC Bias at the Point of Common Coupling of Distribution Transformers.",Journal of Engineers, IESL,Volume LI, No. 2,2018
Manamperi M.C., Jayantha G.A., Karunadasa J.P.,".Comparative evaluation on stator insulation methodologies of Old Laxapana prior and rehabilitaafter tion.",Transactions of the IESL,Volume 1, Part B,2014
Karunadasa J.P., Subasinghe D.G.,".Development of a Speed Stabilizer for Rapid Synchronization of Mini-Hydro Generator.",Journal of Engineers, IESL,Volume 43, No. 2,2010
Thotagamuwage S.S.K., Karunadasa J.P.,".Development of High Performance Automation Voltage Stabilizer for Telecommunication Applications.",Journal of Engineers, IESL,Volume 43, No. 4,2010
Karunadasa J.P., Warnakulasuriya Chandana.,".Use of low voltage fixed power capacitors for loss reduction in power distribution networks.",Transactions of IESL,,2009
Jayatunga J.V.U.P., Silva P.S.N. De, Karunadasa J.P.,".Fault localization using Wavelet Transforms in 132 kV transmission lines.",Journal of Engineers, IESL,Volume 42, No. 4,2009
Karunadasa J.P., Renfrew A.C. ,".Robust microprocessor control of a brushless DC motor driving variable inertia load.",Mechatronics Journal,Volune 2, No. 4,1992
Karunadasa J.P., Renfrew A.C.,".Design and implementation of microprocessor based sliding mode controller for brushless servomotor.",IEE Proceedings-B,Volume 138, No. 6,1991