Biography
Ir. Dr Ab Halim Abu Bakar received the B.Sc. degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Southampton, United Kingdom (1976), followed by the M.Eng. and Ph.D. degrees in Electrical Engineering from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (1996 and 2003, respectively).
He brings 30 years of industrial experience with Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) to his academic career. He was a Professor with the UM Power Energy Dedicated Advanced Centre (UMPEDAC), University of Malaya, Malaysia. He is an established academician and a practical engineer.
He is a Fellow of the Institution of Engineers Malaysia (IEM), a Member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) and the International Council on Large Electric Systems (CIGRE), a Chartered Engineer (United Kingdom), and a Professional Engineer with Practicing Certificate (PEPC) in Malaysia.
To date, he has published 95 ISI (Web of Science) indexed journal papers, 151 Scopus indexed journal papers, and 47 papers in international conference proceedings. He has successfully supervised 19 Ph.D. candidates, 5 Master by Research (B.Eng.Sci.), 1 Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.), and 73 Master by Coursework (M. Eng) projects.
His Web of Science H-index is 36, and Scopus H-index is 40. He was listed among the Top 2% Scientists in the world in their respective fields by Stanford University in 2023, 2024, and 2025.
Ir. Dr. Ab Halim has won several prestigious awards during his professional and academic career. In 2008, he received the IEEE PES Malaysian Chapter Outstanding Engineering Award and Contribution Award MNC CIGRE
His research interests include power system protection and power system transients.
Research Interest
Electrical Power Engineering
Educational Background
Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)
Master of Engineering (Electrical), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)
Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Electrical Engineering, University of Southampton, United Kingdom
Professional Bodies
IEEE Membership, Member (Since 2004) — (International)
Malaysian National Council of CIGRE (MNC), CIGRE (International Council on Large Electric Systems), Member (2016 – 2021) — (International)
Institution of Engineers Malaysia, Member (1998 – 2021) — (National)
Energy Commission, Professional Engineer (1996 – 2021) — (National)
The Engineering Council, Member (1995 – 2021) — (International)
The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), UK, Member (1992 – 2021) — (International)
Board of Engineers Malaysia, Member (1990 – 2021) — (National)
Working Experience
Tenaga Nasional Berhad - Engineer (Sept 1976 - April 1978)
Tenaga Nasional Berhad - Senior Engineer (April 1978 - April 1984)
Tenaga National Berhad - Training Engineer (April 1984 - June 1994)
Tenaga Nasional Berhad - Senior Training Engineer (June 1994 - May 1997)
Tenaga Nasional Berhad - Chief Engineer (May 1997 - Sept 2003)
Tenaga Nasional Berhad - General Manager (Sept 2003 - March 2009)
University Malaya - Expert Consultant (April 2009 - May 2026)
University Malaya - Professor (May 2016 - June 2023)
University Malaya - Honorary Professor (June 2023 - Jan 2026)
Research Experience / Grants
FUNDAMENTAL RESEARCH GRANT SCHEME (FRGS)
Theoretical and Experimental Investigation of Battery Dimensioning for Rural Electrification Based on Segmented Quality of Life Progressions and Bottom-up Household Load Modelling, Co-Researcher, 01/11/2020–30/04/2023, Kementerian Pendidikan Tinggi (KPT) (Government)
High Impedance Fault (HIF) Location Estimation in the Underground Distribution System, Principal Investigator (PI), 01/01/2019–31/08/2022, Kementerian Pendidikan Tinggi (KPT) (Government)
Formulation of an Adaptive Protection Scheme for Distributed Generation Smart Grid Considering Dynamic Solar Photovoltaic Power Injection, Principal Investigator (PI), 01/12/2013–30/05/2016, Kementerian Pendidikan Tinggi (KPT) (Government)
RU GERAN – UMCARES
Rural Electrification – Ensuring Long Term Sustainability Through Community-Aligned Renewables Empowerment (CARE), Co-Researcher, 07/05/2018–31/12/2019, Research University (Government)
GERAN PENYELIDIKAN UNIVERSITI MALAYA (UMRG) – AFR (FRONTIER SCIENCE)
Investigation of Ferroresonance in 132 kV Capacitive Voltage Transformer, Co-Researcher, 18/06/2014–23/06/2016, Research University (Government)
MOSTI – SCIENCEFUND
Adaptive Protection Scheme for Coordination Time Optimization in Smart Grid to Prevent Collapse of Electrical Distribution Network, Principal Investigator (PI), 02/06/2014–31/05/2017, MOSTI – Science Fund (Government)
PROGRAM RAKAN PENYELIDIKAN UM
Integration of Hybrid Renewable Energy Sources for Smart Grid, Principal Investigator (PI), 17/12/2013–16/12/2014, Research University (Government)
GERAN PENYELIDIKAN UNIVERSITI MALAYA (UMRG)
Modelling of Frequency Exertion During System Disturbance Towards Achieving Self-Healing Grid, Principal Investigator (PI), 08/12/2009–07/12/2011
POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH GRANT (PPP)
Lightning Back Flashover for 275 kV Single Circuit Line in Malaysia; Lightning Rods for Photovoltaic System Protection, Consultant, 2012–2013 (National)
HIGH IMPACT RESEARCH (HIR)
Study on the Impact of Solar Energy Penetration on National Power Grid and Its Solution, Consultant, 2011–2015
EXPLORATORY RESEARCH GRANT SCHEME (ERGS)
To Explore Circuit Configuration Techniques for Minimization Power Losses in a Distributed Network Connected with Distributed Generation, Consultant, 2011–2013
SCIENCEFUND
Modelling and Analysis of Islanding Operation for Distribution Network Connected with Distributed Generations, Consultant, 2010–2012 (National)
GERAN PENYELIDIKAN UNIVERSITI MALAYA (UMRG)
• Development of Automated Fault Location System Using Limited Measurement Data, Consultant, 2010–2013 (National)
• Modelling of Frequency Excertion During System Disturbance Towards Achieving Self-Healing Grid, Principal Investigator (PI), 2009–2011 (National)
Publications
2024 | ||
No. | Authors & Title | Journal / Index |
1. | Wong, H. L., Tan, C. K., Tan, W.-N., Gan, M.-T., Yip, S.-C., & Abu Bakar, A. H. Energy Theft Identification: A State Estimation Model for Partial Meter Bypass.
| IEEE Access (WoS Q1 / Scopus Q1) |
2023 | ||
No. | Authors & Title | Journal / Index |
1. | Mohd Syukri Ali, Ab Halim Abu Bakar, Azimah Omar, Amirul Syafiq Abdul Jaafar, Siti Hajar Mohamed. Conventional methods of dissolved gas analysis using oil-immersed power transformer for fault diagnosis: A Review. | WoS Q3 / Scopus Q3
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2. | Mithila Seva Bala Sundaram, Chia Kwang Tan, Jeyraj Selvaraj, Ab Halim Abu Bakar. Energy Savings for Various Residential Appliances and Distribution Networks in a Malaysian Scenario. | Energies (WoS Q1 / Scopus Q1)
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3. | Muthu Kumaran Gunasegaran, Md Hasanuzzaman, Chia Kwang Tan, Ab Halim Abu Bakar, Vignes Ponniah. Energy Consumption, Energy Analysis, and Solar Energy Integration for Commercial Building Restaurants. | Energies (WoS Q1 / Scopus Q1)
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2022 | ||
No. | Authors & Title | Journal / Index |
1. | Jorinda Yuh Ru Wong, Chia Kwang Tan, Ab Halim Abu Bakar, Hang Seng Che. Selectivity Overcurrent Protection for Microgrid with Inverter-Based Distribution Generators (IBDG): Theoretical Investigation and HIL Verification. | IEEE Transactions on Power Delivery (WoS Q1 / Scopus Q1)
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2. | Amirul, Vengadaesvaran Balakrishnan, Mohd Syukri Ali, Sanjay J Dhoble, Nasrudin Abd Rahim, Azimah Omar, Ab Halim Abu Bakar. Application of transparent self-cleaning coating for photovoltaic panel: a review.
| Current Opinion in Chemical Engineering (WoS Q1 / Scopus Q3)
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2021 | ||
No. | Authors & Title | Journal / Index |
1. | H. A. Illias, C. S. Su, A. H. A. Bakar. Investigation on soil resistivity of two-layer soil structures using finite element analysis method. | IET Science, Measurement and Technology (WoS Q4 / Scopus Q3)
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2. | Illias, H. A., Lim, M. M., Abu Bakar, A. H., Mokhlis, H., Ishak, S., Amir, M. D. M. Classification of abnormal location in medium voltage switchgears using hybrid gravitational search algorithm-artificial intelligence.
| Plos One (WoS Q2 / Scopus Q1)
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2020 | ||
No. | Authors & Title | Journal / Index |
1. | Moslem Uddin, M.F. Romlie, M.F. Abdullah, C.K. Tan, G.M. Shafiullah, A.H.A. Bakar. A novel peak shaving algorithm for islanded microgrid using battery energy storage system. | Energy (WoS Q1 / Scopus Q1)
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2. | Naidu, K., Ali, M. S., Abu Bakar, A. H., Tan, C. K., Arof, H., Mokhlis, H. Optimized artificial neural network to improve the accuracy of estimated fault impedances and distances for underground distribution system. | Plos One (WoS Q2 / Scopus Q1)
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3. | M. Sufyan, N.A. Rahim, M.A. Muhammad, C.K. Tan, S.R.S. Raihan, A.H.A. Bakar. Charge coordination and battery lifecycle analysis of vehicles with V2G implementation. | Electric Power System Research (WoS Q1 / Scopus Q1) |
4. | Khairul Rijal Wagiman, Mohd Noor Abdullah, Mohammad Yusri Hassan Nur Hanis, Mohammad Radzi, Ab Halim Abu Bakar, Tan Chia Kwang. Lighting system techniques in commercial buildings: current trends and future directions. | Journal of Building Engineering (WoS Q1 / Scopus Q1)
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2019 | ||
No. | Authors & Title | Journal / Index |
1. | N.H.N. Hassan, A.H.A. Bakar, H.A. Illias, S.A. Halim, H. Mokhlis, V. Terzija. Analysis of discharge energy on surge arrester configurations in 132 kV double circuit transmission lines.
| Measurement (WoS Q1 / Scopus Q1)
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2. | Rahim, M. N. A., Mokhlis, H., Bakar, A. H. A., Rahman, M. T., Badran, O., Mansor, N. N. Protection Coordination Toward Optimal Network Reconfiguration and DG Sizing. | IEEE Access (WoS Q2 / Scopus Q2)
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3. | Kheng Heong Oon, ChiaKwang Tan, A.H.A. Bakar, Hang Seng Che, Jorinda Y.R. Wong. A Novel Reactive Current Injection (RCI) Control for Microgrid Protection with Inverter Based Distributed Generation (IBDG).
| Energies (WoS Q3 / Scopus Q3)
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2018 | ||
No. | Authors & Title | Journal / Index |
1. | N.A.A. Latiff, H.A. Illias, A.H.A. Bakar, S.Z.A. Dabbak. Measurement and Modelling of Leakage Current Behaviour in ZnO Surge Arresters under Various Applied Voltage Amplitudes and Pollution Conditions.
| Energies (WoS Q3 / Scopus Q3)
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2. | Gururajapathy, S. S., Mokhlis, H., Illias, H. A. B., Bakar, A., Halim, A., Awalin, L. J. Fault location in an unbalanced distribution system using support vector classification and regression analysis.
| IEEJ Transactions on Electrical and Electronic Engineering (WoS Q4 / Scopus Q4) |
3. | N.A.A. Latiff, H.A. Illias, A.H.A. Bakar, S.A. Halim, S.Z. Dabbak. Design technique for leakage current reduction in surge arrester using gravitational search algorithm and imperialist competitive algorithm. | COMPEL (WoS Q4 / Scopus Q4)
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4. | Ali, M. S., Bakar, A., Halim, A., ChiaKwang, T., Arof, H., Mokhlis, H. High impedance fault detection and identification based on pattern recognition of phase displacement computation.
| IEEJ Transactions on Electrical and Electronic Engineering (WoS Q4 / Scopus Q4) |
5. | Sapari, N. M., Mokhlis, H., Laghari, J. A., Bakar, A. H. A., Dahalan, M. R. M. Application of load shedding schemes for distribution network connected with distributed generation: A review. | Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews (WoS Q1 / Scopus Q1) |
6. | Oon, K. H., Tan, C., Bakar, A. H. A., Che, H. S., Mokhlis, H., Illias, H. A. Establishment of fault current characteristics for solar photovoltaic generator considering low voltage ride through and reactive current injection requirement. | Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews (WoS Q1 / Scopus Q1)
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2017 | ||
No. | Authors & Title | Journal / Index |
1. | H.A. Illias, K.J. Mou, A.H.A. Bakar. Estimation of transformer parameters from nameplate data by imperialist competitive and gravitational search algorithms. | Swarm and Evolutionary Computation (WoS) |
2. | Wong Jee Keen Raymond, Hazlee Azil Illias, Ab Halim Abu Bakar. High Noise Tolerance Feature Extraction for Partial Discharge Classification in XLPE Cable Joints.
| IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation (WoS Q3 / Scopus Q2) |
3. | J.K. Wong, H.A. Illias, A.H.A. Bakar. Classification of Partial Discharge Measured Under Different Levels of Noise Contamination.
| Plos One (WoS Q2 / Scopus Q3) |
4. | N. Jaalam, N.A. Rahim, A.H.A. Bakar, B.M. Eid. Strategy to enhance the low-voltage ride through in photovoltaic system during multi-mode transition. | Solar Energy (WoS Q1 / Scopus Q1)
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5. | Kanendra Naidu, Hazlie Mokhlis, Ab Halim Abu Bakar, Vladimir Terzija. Performance investigation of ABC algorithm in multi-area power system with multiple interconnected generators. | Applied Soft Computing (WoS Q1 / Scopus Q1)
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6. | Mohamad Norshahrani, Hazlie Mokhlis, Ab Halim Abu Bakar, Jasrul Jamani Jamian, Shivashankar Sukumar. Progress on Protection Strategies to Mitigate the Impact of Renewable Distributed Generation on Distribution Systems. | Energies (WoS Q3 / Scopus Q3)
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7. | Norazliani Md. Sapari, Hazlie Mokhlis, Ab H. Abu Bakar, Hasmaini Mohamad, Javed A. Laghari, Mohd R. M. Dahalan. Load shedding scheme based on rate of change of frequency and ranked stability index for islanded distribution system connected to mini hydro.
| IEEJ Transactions on Electrical and Electronic Engineering (WoS Q4 / Scopus Q4) |
8. | Sapari, N. M., Mokhlis, H. B., Laghari, J. A., Ab Halim, A. B., Mohamad, H., Dahalan, M. R. M. Load shedding scheme based on frequency and voltage stability for an islanding operation of a distribution network connected to mini-hydro generation.
| Turkish Journal of Electrical Engineering & Computer Sciences (WoS Q4 / Scopus Q4)
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9. | Mohd Syukri Ali, Ab Halim Abu Bakar, ChiaKwang Tan, Hamzah Arof. High Impedance Fault Localization Using Discrete Wavelet Transform for Single Line to Ground Fault. | Arab J Sci. Eng (WoS Q2 / Scopus Q2)
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2016 | ||
No. | Authors & Title | Journal / Index |
1. | Mohd Syukri Ali, Ab Halim Abu Bakar, Chia Kwang Tan, Hazlie Mokhlis, Mohamad Sofian Abu Talip, Hamzah Arof. Studies on application of wavelet families for HIF location algorithm in distribution network. | Turkish Journal of Electrical Engineering & Computer Sciences (WoS Q4 / Scopus Q4) |
2. | Muhammad M. Aman, Ghauth B. Jasmon, Abdul Halim Abu Bakar, Hazlie Mokhlis, Kanendra Naidu. Graph theory-based radial load flow analysis to solve the dynamic network reconfiguration problem.
| International Transactions on Electrical Energy Systems (WoS Q3 / Scopus Q2) |
3. | M. Karimi, H. Mokhlis, K. Naidu, S. Uddin, A.H.A. Bakar. Photovoltaic penetration issues and impacts in distribution network - A Review.
| Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews (WoS Q1 / Scopus Q1)
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4. | Syahirah Abd Halim, Ab Halim Abu Bakar, Hazlee Azil Illias, Nor Hidayah Nor Hassan, Hazlee Mokhlis, Vladimir Terzija. Lightning back flashover tripping patterns on a 275/132 kV quadruple circuit transmission line in Malaysia.
| IET Science, Measurement & Technology (WoS Q4 / Scopus Q3)
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5. | A. H. Abu Bakar, S. M. Zali, Chia Kwang Tan, H. A. Illias, H. Mokhlis. Comparative Study for Current Transformer Dimensioning in Overcurrent Relay.
| IEEJ Transactions on Electrical and Electronic Engineering (WoS Q4 / Scopus Q4)
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6. | H.A. Illias, M.A. Tunio, A.H.A. Bakar, H. Mokhlis, G. Chen. Partial Discharge Phenomena within an Artificial Void in Cable Insulation Geometry: Experimental Validation and Simulation.
| IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation (WoS Q3 / Scopus Q2) |
7. | N. Jaalam, N.A. Rahim, A.H.A. Bakar, ChiaKwang Tan, Ahmed M.A. Haidar. A comprehensive review of synchronization methods for grid-connected converters of renewable energy source.
| Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews (WoS Q1 / Scopus Q1)
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8. | Ab Halim Abu Bakar, Alyaa Zainal Abidin, Hazlee Azil Illias, Hazlie Mokhlis, Syahirah Abd Halim, Nor Hidayah Nor Hassan, Chia Kwang Tan. Determination of striking distance of lightning rod using Finite Element Analysis. | Turkish Journal of Electrical Engineering & Computer Sciences (WoS Q4 / Scopus Q4) |
2015 | ||
No. | Authors & Title | Journal / Index |
1. | Ab Halim Abu Bakar, Shakil Ahamed Khan, Tan Chia Kwang, Nasrudin Abd. Rahim. A Review of Ferroresonance in Capacitive Voltage Transformer. | IEEJ Transactions on Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Scopus Q4) |
2. | J.A. Laghari, H. Mokhlis, M. Karimi, A.H.A. Bakar, Hasmaini Mohamad. An Island Detection Strategy for Distribution Network Connected with Hybrid DG Resources.
| Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews (WoS Q1 / Scopus Q1)
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3. | Shakil Ahamed Khan, Nasrudin Abd. Rahim, Ab Halim Abu Bakar, Tan Chia Kwang. Single-Phase Bridgeless Zeta PFC Converter with Reduced Conduction Losses.
| Journal of Power Electronics (WoS / Scopus) |
4. | H.A. Illias, X.R. Chai, A.H.A. Bakar, H. Mokhlis. Transformer incipient fault prediction using combined artificial neural network and various particle swarm optimisation techniques.
| Plos One (WoS)
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5. | Muhammad M. Aman, Ghauth B. Jasmon, Abdul Halim Abu Bakar, Hazlie Mokhlis, Kanendra Naidu. Graph theory-based radial load flow analysis to solve the dynamic network reconfiguration problem.
| International Transactions on Electrical Energy Systems (WoS)
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6. | Wong Jee Keen Raymond, Hazlee Azil Illias, Ab Halim Abu Bakar, Hazlie Mokhlis. Partial discharge classifications: Review of recent progress.
| Measurement (WoS / Scopus)
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7. | Hazlee Azil Illias, Syahirah Abd Halim, Ab Halim Abu Bakar, Hazlie Mokhlis. Determination of surge arrester discharge energy using finite element analysis method.
| IET Science, Measurement & Technology (WoS Q4 / Scopus Q3)
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8. | H.A. Illias, M.A. Tunio, G. Chen, A.H.A. Bakar. Experiment and Modelling of Void Discharges Within Dielectric Insulation Material Under Impulse Voltage.
| IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation (WoS Q3 / Scopus Q2)
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9. | J.A. Laghari, H. Mokhlis, M. Karimi, A.H.A. Bakar, Hasmaini Mohamad. A new technique for islanding operation distribution network connected with mini hydro. | Frontiers of Information Technology & Electronic Engineering (Scopus)
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10. | M.M. Aman, K.H. Solangi, M.S. Hossain, A. Badarudin, G.B. Jasmon, H. Mokhlis, A.H.A. Bakar, S.N. Kazi. A review of Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) issues of solar energy system. | Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews (WoS Q1 / Scopus Q1)
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11. | Javed A. Laghari, Hazlie Mokhlis, Mazaher Karimi, Abdul Halim Abu Bakar, Hasmaini Mohamad. A New Under-Frequency Load Shedding Technique Based on Combination of Fixed and Random Priority of Loads for Smart Grid Applications.
| IEEE Transactions on Power Systems (WoS Q1 / Scopus Q1) |
2014 | ||
No. | Authors & Title | Journal / Index |
1. | M.N. Abdullah, A.H.A Bakar, N.A. Rahim, H. Mokhlis, H.A. Illias, J.J. Jamian. Modified Particle Swarm Optimization with Time Varying Acceleration Coefficients for Economic Load Dispatch with Generator Constraints. | Journal of Electrical Engineering & Technology (WoS / Scopus) |
2. | A.H.A. Bakar, BanJuan Ooi, P. Govindasamy, ChiaKwang Tan, H.A. Illias, H. Mokhlis. Directional overcurrent and earth-fault protections for a biomass microgrid system in Malaysia. | International Journal of Electrical Power and Energy Systems (WoS Q1 / Scopus Q1) |
3. | K. Naidu, H. Mokhlis, A.H.A. Bakar. Multiobjective optimization using weighted sum Artificial Bee Colony algorithm for Load Frequency Control. | International Journal of Electrical Power and Energy Systems (WoS Q1 / Scopus Q1) |
4. | A.H.A. Bakar, M.S. Ali, ChiaKwang Tan, H. Mokhlis, H. Arof, H.A. Illias. High impedance fault location in 11 kV underground distribution systems using wavelet transforms. | International Journal of Electrical Power and Energy Systems (WoS Q1 / Scopus Q1) |
5. | M.M. Aman, G.B. Jasmon, A.H.A. Bakar, H. Mokhlis, M. Karimi. Optimum shunt capacitor placement in distribution system A review and comparative study. | Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews (WoS Q1 / Scopus Q1) |
6. | J.J. Jamian, M.N. Abdullah, H. Mokhlis, M.W. Mustafa, and A.H.A. Bakar. Global Particle Swarm Optimization for High Dimension Numerical Functions Analysis. | Journal of Applied Mathematics (WoS / Scopus) |
7. | M.M. Aman, G.B. Jasmon, A.H.A. Bakar, H. Mokhlis. A new approach for optimum simultaneous multi-DG distributed generation Units placement and sizing based on maximization of system loadability using HPSO (hybrid particle swarm optimization) algorithm. | Energy (WoS Q1 / Scopus Q1) |
8. | J.A. Laghari, Hazlie Mokhlis, Ab Halim Abu Bakar, Hasmaini Mohamad. A fuzzy based load frequency control for distribution network connected with mini hydro power plant. | Journal of Intelligent and Fuzzy Systems (WoS)
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9. | K. Naidu, H. Mokhlis, A.H.A. Bakar, V. Terzija, H.A. Illias. Application of firefly algorithm with online wavelet filter in automatic generation control of an interconnected reheat thermal power system. | International Journal of Electrical Power and Energy Systems (WoS Q1 / Scopus Q1) |
10. | M.M. Aman, G.B. Jasmon, A.H.A. Bakar, H. Mokhlis. Optimum network reconfiguration based on maximization of system loadability using continuation power flow theorem. | International Journal of Electrical Power and Energy Systems (WoS Q1 / Scopus Q1) |
11. | H. Mokhlis, Shahriari, A.H.A. Bakar, H.A. Illias, M. Karimi. Improved Step Size Newton Raphson Method using quadratic. | International Transactions on Electrical Energy Systems (WoS / Scopus) |
12. | Wardiah Mohd Dahalan, Hazlie Mokhlis, Rohaya Ahmad, A.H. Abu Bakar, Ismail Musirin. Simultaneous Network Reconfiguration and DG Sizing Using Evolutionary Programming and Genetic Algorithm to Minimize Power Losses. | Arab J Sci Eng (WoS / Scopus) |
13. | H.M. Rosli, H. Mokhlis, K. Naidu, J.J. Jamian, A.H.A. Bakar. Improving State Estimation Accuracy Through Incremental Meter Placement Using New Evolutionary Strategy. | International Transactions on Electrical Energy Systems (WoS / Scopus) |
14. | Mohd Syukri Alias, Ab Halim Abu Bakar, Hazlie Mokhlis, Hamzah Arof, Hazlee Azil Illias. High-Impedance Fault Location Using Matching Technique and Wavelet Transform for Underground Cable Distribution Network. | IEEJ Transactions on Electrical and Electronic Engineering (WoS / Scopus) |
15. | A. Shahriari, H. Mokhlis, A.H.A. Bakar, H.A. Illias. Optimal multiplier load flow method using concavity theory. | Applied Mathematics and Computation (WoS / Scopus) |
16. | H. Mokhlis, L.J. Awalin, A.H.A. Bakar, H.A. Illias. Fault location estimation method by considering measurement error for distribution networks. | International Transactions on Electrical Energy Systems (WoS / Scopus) |
17. | Hazlee Azil Illias, Mohsin Ali Tunio, Ab Halim Abu Bakar, Hazlie Mokhlis, George Chen. Partial discharge behaviours within a void-dielectric system under square waveform applied voltage stress. | IET Science, Measurement and Technology (WoS Q4 / Scopus Q4) |
18. | A. Shahriari, H. Mokhlis, M. Karimi, A.H.A. Bakar, H.A. Illias. Quadratic Discriminant Index for Optimal Multiplier Load Flow Method in ill conditioned system. | Electrical Power and Energy Systems (WoS / Scopus) |
19. | J.A. Laghari, H. Mokhlis, M. Karimi, A.H.A. Bakar, Hasmaini Mohamad. Computational Intelligence based techniques for islanding detection of distributed generation in distribution network: A review. | Energy Conversion and Management (WoS Q1 / Scopus Q1) |
2013 | ||
No. | Authors & Title | Journal / Index |
1. | A.H.A.Bakar, D.N.A.Talib, H.Mokhlis, H.A.Illias, "Lightning back flashover double circuit tripping pattern of 132 kV lines in Malaysia", International Journal of Electrical Power and Energy System, Vol.45, Issue 1, Pages 235-241, February 2013 (https://umexpert.um.edu.my/view.php?type=publication&row=MzY5NTQ%3D)
| WoS Q1 / Scopus Q1
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2. | H. A. Illias, G. Chen, A. H. A. Bakar, H. Mokhlis, and M. A. Tunio, "Partial discharges within two spherical voids in an epoxy resin," Journal of Physics D: Applied Physics, vol. 46, pp. 1-10, 2013. (https://umexpert.um.edu.my/view.php?type=publication&row=MzY5NzI%3D)
| WoS Q2
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3. | J.A.Laghari, H.Mokhlis, A.H.A.Bakar, Hasmaini Mohammad, "A comprehensive overview of new designs in the hydraulic, electrical equipments and controllers of mini hydro power plants making it cost effective technology", Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, Vol.20, April 2013, Pages 279-293 (https://umexpert.um.edu.my/view.php | WoS Q1 / Scopus Q1
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4. | J.A.Laghari, H. Mokhlis, A.H.A. Bakar, Hasmaini Mohamad, "Application of computational intelligence techniques for load shedding in power systems: A review", Energy Conversion and Management, Vol. 75, Nov 2013, Pages 130-140 (https://umexpert.um.edu.my/view.php?type=publication&row=MzY5NTk%3D)
| WoS Q1 / Scopus Q1
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5. | J.A. Laghari, H. Mokhlis, A.H.A. Bakar, M. Karimi, "A new islanding detection technique for multiple mini hydro based on rate of change of reactive power and load connecting strategy", Energy Conversion and Management, Vol. 76, Dec 2013, Pages 215-224 (https://umexpert.um.edu.my/view.php?type=publication&row=MzY5NjA%3D)
| WoS Q4 / Scopus Q3
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6. | M.M.Aman, G.B.Jasmon, A.H.A.Bakar, H.Mokhlis, "A new approach for optimum DG placement and sizing based on voltage stability maximization and minimization of power losses", Energy Conversion and Management, Volume 70, June 2013, Pages 202-210 (https://umexpert.um.edu.my/view.php?type=publication&row=MzY5NjM%3D) | WoS Q1 / Scopus Q1
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7. | H.A. Illias, A.H.A. Bakar, H. Mokhlis, M.A. Tunio and G. Chen, "Partial discharge behaviours within a void- dielectric system under square waveform applied voltage stress," IET Science, Measurement and Technology, Accepted in March 2013. (https://umexpert.um.edu.my/view.php?type=publication&row=MzY5NjE%3D)
| WoS Q4 / Scopus Q3
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8. | A.H.A.Bakar, H.A.Illias, M.K.Othman, H.Mokhlis, "Identification of failure root causes using condition based monitoring data on a 33 kV switchgear", International Journal of Electrical Power and Energy System, Vol.47, Issue 1, Pages 305-312, May 2013 (https://umexpert.um.edu.my/view.php?type=publication&row=MzY5NTI%3D)
| WoS Q1 / Scopus Q1
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9. | M.M.Aman, G.B.Jasmon, H.Mokhlis, A.H.A.Bakar, "Analysis of the Performance of Domestic Lighting Lamps", Energy Policy, Vol.52, Pages 482-500, January 2013
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10. | J.J.Jamian, M.M.Aman, M.W.Mustafa, G.B.Jasmon, H.Mokhlis, A.H.A. Bakar. Comparative Study on Optimum DG Placement for Distribution Network. PRZEGLAD ELEKTROTECHNICZNY, Vol. 2013, No 3a, pages 199-205 (https://umexpert.um.edu.my/view.php?type=publication&row=MzY5NjI%3D)
| Scopus Q4
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11. | Mohd Syukri ALI, Ab Halim Abu BAKAR, Hazlie MOKHLIS, Hamzah AROF, Hazlee Azil ILLIAS, "Wavelet-Based and Database Approach for Locating Faulty Section of High Impedance Fault in a Distribution System", PRZEGLAD ELEKTROTECHNICZNY, Vol. 2013, No 1a, pages 211-218 (https://umexpert.um.edu.my/view.php?type=publication&row=MzY5NTg%3D
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12. | J.A. Laghari, H. Mokhlis, A.H.A. Bakar, M. Karimi, H. Mohammad, "Comparison of Fuzzy and PID Based Governor's Response in Utilization of DG Spinning Reserve", PRZEGLAD ELEKTROTECHNICZNY, Vol. 2013, No 2a, pages 187-190 (https://umexpert.um.edu.my/view.php?type=publication&row=MzY5NjQ%3D) | Scopus Q4
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13. | Amidaddin Shahriari, Hazlie Mokhlis, Mazaher Karimi, Ab Abu-Bakar, Hazlee Illias, Mohammad Kazeminejad, Omid Palizban, "Numerical Estimation of Inter Line Power Flow Controller Based on Injection Model of Synchronous Voltage Sources", PRZEGLAD ELEKTROTECHNICZNY, Vol. 2013, No 3a, pages 121-125 (https://umexpert.um.edu.my/view.php?type=publication&row=MzY5NTY%3D)\ | Scopus Q4
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14. | N.A. Rahim, A.H.A. Bakar, H. Mokhlis, M.N. Abdullah, H.A. Illias, J.J. Jamian, "Efficient Evolutionary Particle Swarm Optimization Approach for Nonconvex Economic Load Dispatch Problem", Przeglad Elektrotechniczny, Vol 89, p. 139-143, 2013 (https://umexpert.um.edu.my/view.php?type=publication&row=MzY5NTU%3D)
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15. | Wardiah Dahalan, Hazlie Mokhlis, Ab Abu-Bakar, Jasrul Jamian, "The Simultaneous Application of Optimum Network Reconfiguration and Distributed Generation Sizing Using PSO for Power Loss Reduction", Przeglad Elektrotechniczny, Vol 89, Issue 4, p.137-141, 2013 (https://umexpert.um.edu.my/view.php?type=publication&row=MzY5NzA%3D)
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16. | M. M. Aman, G. B. Jasmon, K. H. Solangi, A. H. A. Bakar, and H. Mokhlis, "Optimum Simultaneous DG and Capacitor Placement on the Basis of Minimization of Power Losses", International Journal of Computer and Electrical Engineering, Vol.5, Issue 5, Pages 516-522, October 2013 (https://umexpert.um.edu.my/view.php?type=publication&row=MzcwMTI%3D)
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17. | M.M.Aman, G.B.Jasmon, A.Ghufran, A.H.A.Bakar, H.Mokhlis, "Investigating possible wind energy potential to meet the power shortage in Karachi", Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, Volume 18, February 2013, Pages 528-542
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18. | Mohd Noor Abdullah, Ab Halim Abu Bakar, Nasrudin Abd Rahim, Hazlie Moklis, "Economic Load Dispatch with Nonsmooth Cost Functions Using Evolutionary Particle Swarm Optimization", IEEJ TRANSACTIONS ON ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING, IEEJ Trans 2013; 8(S1): S30-S37 (https://umexpert.um.edu.my/view.php?type=publication&row=MzczODA%3D)
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2012 | ||
No. | Authors & Title | Journal / Index |
1. | M.Karimi, H.Mokhlis, A.H.A.Bakar, A.Shahriari, M.Kazeminejad. Distribution State Estimation Incorporating Load Modelling. PRZEGLAD ELEKTROTECHNICZNY, Vol.2012, no 11a, pages 166-169 (https://umexpert.um.edu.my/view.php?type=publication&row=MTYzODU%3D)
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2. | M.Karimi, H.Mohamad, H.Mokhlis, A.H.A.Bakar. Under-Frequency Load Shedding scheme for islanded distribution network connected with mini hydro. International Journal of Electrical Power and Energy System 42(2012)127-138 (https://umexpert.um.edu.my/view.php?type=publication&row=MTY1ODI%3D)
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3. | M.Karimi, H.Mohamad, H.Mokhlis, A.H.A.Bakar. A New Approach of Under-Frequency Load Shedding Technique in an Islanded Distribution Network. International Review of Electrical Engineering-IREE, Vol7, N2, March-April 2012 (https://umexpert.um.edu.my/view.php?type=publication&row=MTYzODU%3D)
| Scopus Q2
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4. | A.H.A.Bakar, H.Mokhlis, H.A.Illias, P.L.Chong. The study of directional overcurrent and directional earth-fault protection application for 33 kV underground cable system in Malaysia. International Journal of Electrical & Energy system Vol. 40 Issue 1, September 2012 (https://umexpert.um.edu.my/view.php?type=publication&row=MTYyODU%3D)
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5. | H.Mokhlis, J.A.Laghari, A.H.A.Bakar, M.Karimi. A Fuzzy Based Under-Frequency Load Shedding Scheme for Islanded Distribution Network Connected with DG. International Review of Electrical Engineering, Vol 7 N.4 Pages 4992-5000, July-August 2012 (https://umexpert.um.edu.my/view.php?type=publication&row=MTg2OTA%3D)
| Scopus Q2
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6. | Lilik Jamilatul AWALIN, Hazlie MOKHLIS, Ab Halim Abu BAKAR. Recent Developments in Fault Location Methods for Distribution Networks. PRZEGLAD ELEKTROTECHNICZNY, ISSN 0033-2097, R. 88 NR 12a/2012 (https://umexpert.um.edu.my/view.php?type=publication&row=MTg5MzI%3D)
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7. | Amidaddin Shahriari, Hazlie Mokhlis, Ab Halim Abu Bakar. Critical Reviews of Load Flow Methods for Well, Ill and Unsolvable Conditions. Journal of ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING, VOL.63, 2012, 144-152 (https://umexpert.um.edu.my/view.php?type=publication&row=MTYzMzM%3D)
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8. | Hazlee Azil ILLIAS, Ab.Halim ABU BAKAR, Hazlie Mokhlis, Syahirah Abd HALIM. Calculation of inductance and capacitance in power system transmission lines using finite element analysis method. PRZEGLAD ELEKTROTECHNICZNY (https://umexpert.um.edu.my/view.php?type=publication&row=MzcxNjk%3D)
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9. | Amidaddin SHAHRIARI, Hazlie MOKHLIS, Ab Halim A. BAKAR, Mazaher KARIMI, Hazlee A. ILLIAS. Application of State Space Search Method to find a Low Voltage Solution for Ill-Conditioned System. PRZEGLAD ELEKTROTECHNICZNY, ISSN 0033-2097, R.88 NR 12a/2012 (https://umexpert.um.edu.my/view.php?type=publication&row=MTg3OTg%3D)
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10. | M.M.Aman, G.B.Jasmon, A.H.A.Bakar, H.Mokhlis. Optimum Capacitor Placement and Sizing for Distribution System Based on an Improved Voltage Stability Index. IREE Vol 7. No 3 May-June 2012 (https://umexpert.um.edu.my/view.php?type=publication&row=MzcxNzA%3D)
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2011 | ||
No. | Authors & Title | Journal / Index |
1. | A.H.A.Bakar, N.A.Rahim, M.K.M.Zambri. Analysis of lightning-caused ferroresonance in Capacitor Voltage Transformer (CVT). International Journal of Electrical Power & Energy Systems, Volume 33, Issue 9, November 2011, Pages 1536-1541
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2. | H. Mokhlis, Hasmaini Mohamad, A.H.A Bakar, H.Y.Li. Evaluation of Fault Location based on Voltage Sags Profiles: a Study on the Influence of Voltage Sags Patterns. International Review of Electrical Engineering (IREE), Vol. 6, N.2, pg 874-880, March-April 2011
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3. | H. Mokhlis, H. Mohamad, H.Li, A.H.A. Bakar. Voltage Sags Matching to Locate Faults for Underground Distribution Networks. Advances in Electrical and Computer Engineering, vol. 11, no. 2, pp. 43-48, 2011
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4. | Hasmaini Mohamad, Hazlie Mokhlis, Ab Halim Abu Bakar, Hew Wooi Ping. A review on islanding operation and control for distribution network connected with small hydro power plant. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, Volume 15, Issue 8, October 2011, Pages 3952-3962
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2010 | ||
No. | Authors & Title | Journal / Index |
1. | Ab. Halim Abu Bakar, Fazilah Mat Yatim, Sallehuddin Yusof, Mohd Ridzal Othman. Analysis of overload conditions in distance relay under severe system contingencies. International Journal of Electrical Power & Energy Systems, Volume 32, Issue 5, June 2010, Pages 345-350
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2. | H.Mokhlis, A.H.A.Bakar, D.N.A. Talib, Hasmaini Mohamad. The Improvement of Voltage Sags Pattern Approach to Locate a Fault in Distribution Network. International Review of Electrical Engineering, Vol.5 N.3, Page 1159-1164, Part B, June 2010
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3. | H.Mokhlis, H.Y.Li, Hasmaini Mohamad, A.H.A Bakar. A comprehensive fault location using voltage sag profile for non-homogenous distribution networks. International Review of Electrical Engineering (IREE), October issue 2010
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Honors / Awards
World's Top 2% Scientists by Stanford University, 2023–2025 (Research)
CIGRE Malaysia National Council Contribution Award, CIGRE-MNC, 2018 (Others)
PES Chapter Outstanding Engineering Award, IEEE PES Malaysia Chapter, IEEE Power Engineering Society, 2008 (Special)
Fault and Disturbance Analysis Conference Best Paper Award, Georgia Institute of Technology USA, 1999 (Research) Power Engineering