Publications internationales

2026
Mourad Naidji, Alla Eddine Toubal Maamar, Murad Dafri, Mohamed Ilyas Rahal, Radu-Florin Porumb. (2026), ENHANCING WIND FARM PERFORMANCE THROUGH A PARTICLE SWARM-BASED OPTIMIZATION OF TURBINE DIMENSIONS AND LAYOUT. REVUE ROUMAINE DES SCIENCES TECHNIQUES—SÉRIE ÉLECTROTECHNIQUE ET ÉNERGÉTIQUE : EDITURA ACAD ROMANE, https://doi.org/10.59277/RRST-EE.2026.1.9

Résumé: Wind energy plays a crucial role in the global transition toward sustainable power generation. To meet the growing demand for renewable energy, optimizing wind farm design is essential for both maximizing energy output and minimizing costs. This paper builds upon previous studies by refining and expanding several ideal wind turbine configurations, using them as the foundation for a more comprehensive analysis and enhancement. While prior research has primarily focused on reducing the cost per kilowatt (cost/kW) of power generated, this study takes a broader approach, aiming to optimize overall wind farm efficiency through the strategic adjustment of turbine rotor diameters and hub heights. By implementing a particle swarm optimization (PSO) algorithm, this work identifies the optimal arrangement of these turbine dimensions to achieve higher efficiency while simultaneously reducing overall costs. The proposed methodology offers a flexible, scalable solution that can significantly enhance wind farm performance, making it more adaptable to varying environmental conditions and economic constraints.

Mourad Naidji, Alla Eddine Toubal Maamar, Mohamed Ilyas Rahal, Saad Mekhilef, Mehdi Seyedmahmoudian, Alex Stojcevski. (2026), Comparative analysis of advanced constraint-handling in quantum PSO with differential mutation for optimal power flow. Scientific Reports : Nature Publishing Group UK, https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-026-46233-2
2025
Gilberto Gonzalez, Christian E. Guzman-Ceballos, Gerardo Ayala-Jaimes, Arthur Cleary-Balderas, Mohamed Ilyas Rahal. (2025), Computed Torque Control Applied to a Planar Robot in a Bond Graph Approach. WSEAS Transactions on Systems and Control : World Scientific and Engineering Academy and Society, https://doi.org/10.37394/23203.2025.20.51

Résumé: A position control of a two-degree-of-freedom planar robot modeled in bond graph is proposed. Bond graph is a methodology that allows direct modeling of mechatronic systems, so robots represented in bond graph are interesting case studies to apply the properties in this graphic work environment. In this way, a control called calculated torque to remove the nonlinearities characteristic of robot modeling is applied in bond graph. To know the shape of the controller, the mathematical model of the robot is necessary, so this is obtained through the junction structure then the controller is designed in bond graph. To know the effectiveness of the closed-loop system. Simulation results are shown where it is verified that the position of each link of the planar robot reaches the desired reference input.

Mourad Naidji , Alla Eddine Toubal Maamar , Mohamed Ilyas Rahal , Aicha Aissa-Bokhtache , Nassereddine Sabeur , Mohamed Boudour . (2025 ), Voltage and small signal stability evaluation of power system considering different load and intermittent sources uncertaintieshttps://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-2422719/v2

Résumé: Due to the deregulation of the electricity market, power systems are showing increased uncertainties related to loads and renewable sources. Such uncertainties will involve the assessment of the impact of uncertain variables on the control and monitoring of the future power systems. Identification and classification of influential uncertain variables are imperative for power system stability assessment in future smart grid because they provide guidance for handling uncertainty for electrical system operators for management and securing the power grid operations with efficient control and monitoring. In this paper, a probabilistic analysis methodology is proposed for the assessment of the impact of critical uncertain variables on voltage and small-signal stability using quantitative sensitivity technique. The proposed methodology is carried out with different level of penetration of renewable sources and the impacts of influential variables are treated and discussed. The proposed methodology is performed using the modified IEEE 14-bus benchmark. The performances of the probability density function graphs for stability indexes are used for assessing their sensitivities.

2016
Mohamed Ilyas Rahal, Belkacem Ould Bouamama, Abdelmajid Meghebbar. (2016), Hybrid bond graph model based for robust fault detection and isolation. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part I: Journal of Systems and Control Engineering : SAGE PUBLICATIONS LTD, https://doi.org/10.1177/0959651815616026

Résumé: The article deals with the robust fault detection and isolation based on linear fractional transformation hybrid bond graph. The main objective is to improve the robustness of fault detection step in the presence of parametric uncertainties in hybrid models in order to minimize the false alarms. The scientific interest of the proposed method is the use of only one tool – the bond graph not only for dynamic modelling of uncertain hybrid system but also for generation of adaptive thresholds needed in residual evaluation step. For this task, hybrid bond graph uncertain model approach with controlled junctions in linear fractional transformation form (allowing to represent graphically the parametric uncertainties) is first proposed to represent all the modes of the hybrid system. Second, based on causal and structural properties of the hybrid bond graph, analytical redundancy relations (with nominal and uncertain part) valid for all the modes are then derived systematically from the diagnostic hybrid bond graph. An application to a hydraulic system is used to illustrate this method.

Communications internationales

2026
Mohamed Ilyas Rahal, Abdelmalek Mendili, Ahmed Nekkaa, Mourad Naidji, Adel Makhbouche , Gerardo Ayala-Jaimes. (2026), Design and Control of a Wi-Fi-Connected Mobile Robot Using ESP32 and an Android App within an IoT Framework. The Second International Conference on Electrical Engineering and Advanced Technologies May 3-5, 2026 — IAP Skikda, Algeria -ICEEAT’2026 : IEEE,
2025
Mohamed Ilyas Rahal, Mourad Naidji, Adel Makhbouche, Zine Eddine Meguetta, Gerardo. Ayala-Jaimes. (2025), Comparative Study of Power Control Strategies for DFIG Wind Turbines: PI vs Sliding Mode. International Conference on Mechanical and Electrical Engineering for Green Energy Technologies – MEEGET 2025, 25-27 November 2025, Algiers, Algeria : IEEE, https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/11512239

Résumé: The electrical subsystem of a wind energy conversion system is the main subject of this research. A thorough mathematical model of the Doubly-Fed Induction Generator (DFIG) is created in the first section, accounting for its dynamic behaviour in different wind situations. In order to achieve independent regulation of active and reactive power—a crucial component of grid stability and effective energy transfer—a control strategy is suggested based on this model. A Sliding Mode Controller (SMC) and a Proportional-Integral (PI) controller are the two controller kinds that are designed and put into use. The effectiveness of both control schemes is assessed through MATLAB/Simulink simulation. The outcomes show how well each technique works to guarantee dynamic stability and precise power control.

Mohamed Ilyas Rahal, Adel Makhbouche, Mourad Naidji, Zine Eddine Meguetta. (2025), Towards Smart Automation: An IoT-Integrated Control Strategy for Industry 4.0. 9th International Conference on Artificial Intelligence in Renewable Energetic Systems IC-AIRES2025 28-30 October 2025 Mostaganem, ALGERIA : Springer ,
Mourad Naidj, Salim Djeriou, Mohamed Ilyas Rahal, Alla Eddine Toubal Maamar, Aicha Aissa-Bokhtache, Mohamed Boudour. (2025), Dynamic Analysis of Transmission Power Systems with High Wind Power Integration under Severe Disturbances. 2025 2nd International Conference of Advanced Technology in Electronic and Electrical Engineering (ICATEEE), M'sila, Algeria : IEEE, https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/11406261

Résumé: This paper provides a comprehensive analysis of the impact of wind farm integration on the stability of an electrical power system, with a particular focus on the dynamic effects induced by wind power during severe system disturbances. The primary objective is to evaluate how wind power integration influences system behavior, particularly under fault conditions. The research utilized the IEEE 9-bus test system, which consists of three generators and nine buses, as a reference benchmark for the stability analysis. Simulations and modeling were performed using PSAT (Power System Analysis Toolbox), a robust tool for static, dynamic, and control analysis of power systems, integrated with Matlab. The study specifically investigated the effects of a three-phase short circuit, representing a significant system disturbance. The dynamic analysis was structured into three phases: pre-fault, fault, and post-fault, to capture the complete impact on system behavior. The results provided valuable insights into critical electrical and electromechanical variables, shedding light on the role of wind farms in maintaining the stability of the power grid, with particular emphasis on the transmission network's resilience and response to disturbances. This work offers a deeper understanding of the integration of renewable energy sources in enhancing grid stability during extreme events.

Mourad Naidji; Mohamed Ilyas Rahal; Alla Eddine Toubal Maamar; Aicha Aissa-Bokhtache; Maamar Latroch; Radu-Florin Porumb. (2025), A Heuristic Optimization Approach for Wind Turbine Dimensions to Enhance Energy Capture and Reduce Costs. 2025 International Conference on Artificial Intelligence, Embedded Systems, and Renewable Energy (AIESRE) : IEEE, https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/abstract/document/11470005

Résumé: Emerging as a vital component in the worldwide shift towards environmentally friendly power generation is wind energy. Maximizing energy output and reducing cost depend on well-designed wind farms, particularly considering the growing demand for renewable energy. This work expands on several ideal wind turbine configurations suggested in previous work and chooses them as basis for more thorough investigation and enhancement. While most previous studies have concentrated mostly on lowering the cost per kilowatt of generated power, this work takes a more all-encompassing view aiming to improve general wind farm efficiency through strategic optimization of turbine tower heights and rotor diameters, so simultaneously lowering total costs. This kind of approach might produce more flexible and efficient wind farms. A Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO) method is used to find the best arrangement of rotor diameters and tower heights over the wind farm in order to reach these targets.

2024
Z Meguetta, M.I Rahal, A. Chaabna, A Babouri, H. Chouabia. (2024), Intelligent Physicochemical Analysis Laboratory for Coagulant Dosing in a Potable Water Treatment. IEEE 12th International Conference on Systems and Control : , 10.1109/ICSC63929.2024.10928798
2023
Badreddine Boudjehem, Adel Makhbouche, Mohamed Ilyas Rahal. (2023), Fuzzy Fractional-Order PID Controller based on Immune Feedback Mechanism. The 8th International Conference on Mechanics and Energy, ICME'2023, December 20-22, 2023, Sousse, TUNISIA.
Mohamed Ilyas Rahal, Zine Eddine Meguetta, Ayala-Jaimes, Gerardo. (2023), Modeling and Robust Fault Diagnosis for Hybrid Systems Using Hybrid Bond Graph. Fourth International Conference on Technological Advances in Electrical Engineering (ICTAEE’23.) 23-24 May 2023 -Skikda Algeria10.1109/ICSC50472.2021.9666678
2021
Zine Eddine Meguetta, Anthyme Durlin, Mohamed Ilyas Rahal, Ameur Chaabna, Mireille Bayart. (2021), The different theoretical methods of the MFC approach for a MIMO system. 2021 9th International Conference on Systems and Control (ICSC) : IEEE, https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/9666678

Résumé: The aim of this research work is to investigate theoretical methods of Model Free-Control (MFC) for MIMO system. In the context of model-free control, three theoretical approaches are proposed to establish the model-free control law for three study cases; the first one concerns the SISO linear system, the second one the MIMO system using a decomposed MFC controller and the third one the MFC controller with the observer. This work shows the design of model free control (MFC) of an aircraft system with two inputs: the elevator and the throttle control and two outputs: altitude and velocity.The results of the simulation of the model are quite encouraging, knowing that we used a decomposed control approach using MFC for each output.

2016
Mohamed Ilyas Rahal, Belkacem Ould Bouamama, Abdelmajid Meghebbar. (2016), Hybrid bond graph for robust diagnosis to measurement uncertainties. 2016 5th International Conference on Systems and Control (ICSC) : IEEE, https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/7507079

Résumé: This paper deals with robust Fault Detection and Isolation (FDI) to measurement uncertainties using Hybrid Bond Graph (HBG) approach to improve the robustness of detection in presence of measurement uncertainties. The scientific interest of this work is use of one tool (Bond Graph) not only for modelling of hybrid system and measurement uncertainties but also for generation of robust fault indicators and thresholds. For this task all the measurement uncertainties are modelled on the Hybrid Bond Graph (HBG) model in derivative preferred causality. Based on the structural and causal proprieties of the bond graph tool, the generated Analytical Redundancy Relations (ARRs) are robust with respect to measurement uncertainties presented by thresholds. Furthermore, those fault indicators called Generalized Analytical Redundancy Relations (GARRs) are valid at all modes and derived systematically from an HBG model with a specific causality assignment. This causality assignment is guided by the preferred causality of controlled junctions. An HBG with such causality assignment is named Diagnostic Hybrid Bond Graph (DHBG). A systematic causality assignment procedure, named Sequential Causality Assignment Procedure for Hybrid Systems Diagnosis (SCAPHD) is developed to facilitate the derivation of GARRs. The SCAPHD extends the classical SCAP by introducing the concept of preferred causality of controlled junctions. An application to a hydraulic is used to illustrate this method.

2013
Mohamed Ilyas Rahal, Belkacem Ould Bouamama, Abdelmajid Meghebbar. (2013), Hybrid Bond Graph for robust diagnosis-Application to hydraulic system. 3rd International Conference on Systems and Control : IEEE, https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/6750989

Résumé: This paper presents a method for robust Fault Detection and Isolation (FDI) of Hybrid systems. The scientific interest of proposed method is use only one tool (Bond Graph) for modelling and diagnosis taking into account parameter uncertainties and hybrid aspect of the monitored system. For this task is proposed Hybrid Bond Graph (HBG) approach in Linear Fractional Transformation form (LFT). Based on behavioral, causal and structural properties the generated Analytical Redundancy Relations (ARRs) are robust with respect to parameter uncertainties presented by an adaptative threshold. Furthermore those fault indicators called Generalized ARRs are valid at all mode and derived systematically from Diagnostic Hybrid Bond Graph (DHBG). An application to a hydraulic is used to illustrate this method.

2012
MI Rahal, A Meghebbar, B Mounira. (2012), Aapplication de la méthode FDI basé sur le Modèle Bond Graph pour la détection et l'isolation des fautes. 2ème Conférence Internationale sur la Maintenance, la Gestion,la Logistique et l'Electrotechnique

Communications nationales

2025
Mohamed Ilyas Rahal, Bendjama Oualid, Boukhemla Ahmed, Mourad Naidji, Adel Makhbouche, Zine Eddine Meguetta . (2025), IoT-Driven Automatic Bottle Filling and Capping System Using Arduino. The First National Conference on Renewable Energies and Advanced Electrical Engineering NC-REAEE’25 May 06-07th, 2025-Msila, Algerie
Mohamed Ilyas Rahal, Adel Makhbouche, Mourad Naidji, Zine Eddine Meguetta, Gerardo. Ayala Jaimes. (2025 ), Integrated MPPT and Power Control Strategy for DFIG-Based Wind Energy Systems Using PI and Sliding Mode Controllers. 1st National Conference on Electronics, Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications, Challenges and Applications The first NCEET-2025 13-14 December, 2025
Mourad Naidji , Mohamed Ilyas Rahal, Alla Eddine Toubal Maamar. (2025), Optimizing Power Flow with Renewable Energy Sources: A Cost-Effective Approach. The First National Conference on Renewable Energies and Advanced Electrical Engineering NC-REAEE’25 -May 06-07th, 2025- Msila -Algérie
Mourad Naidji, Alla Eddine Toubal Maamar, Mohamed Ilyas Rahal, Aicha Aissa-Bokhtache. (2025), Impact of Massive Wind Penetration on the Dynamic Stability of Electrical Transmission Grids. 1st National Conference on Electronics, Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications, Challenges and Applications The first NCEET-2025- 13-14 December, 2025 : University centre Nour Bachir El bayadh- Algérie,