The total number of publications is 210, including 81 journal papers, 124 conference papers, 1 Magazine, and 4 chapter books. The majority of the journal papers were published in IEEE Transactions journals and other top-ranked journals in the field, including:
IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation: 22 Papers
IEEE Transactions on Plasma Science: 5 Papers
IEEE Transactions on Power Delivery: 4 Papers
IEEE Transactions on Transportation Electrification: 3 Papers
IEEE Transactions on Industry Applications: 2 Papers
IEEE Transactions on Aerospace and Electronic Systems: 1 Paper
IEEE Journal of Emerging and Selected Topics in Power Electronics: 2 Papers
IEEE Spectrum: 1 Paper
IET High Voltage: 3 Papers
IET Generation, Transmission & Distribution: 1 Paper
IEEE Access: 14 Papers
Journal of Modern Power Systems and Clean Energy (IEEE): 1 Paper
International Journal of Electrical Power & Energy Systems (Elsevier): 2 Papers
Energy Reports (Elsevier): 1 Paper
Scientific Reports (Nature): 1 Paper
Journal of Electrostatics (Elsevier): 1 Paper
Book Chapters [4 Book Chapters]:
[1] Anoy Saha and M. Ghassemi, “Chapter 3: Electrical System Architecture,” in Aviation Electrification, T. Yang, B. Sarlioglu, and P. Wheeler Eds., Elsevier, 2026, accepted and to be published.
[2] M. Ghassemi, “Design of Reliable and Resilient Electric Power Systems for Wide-Body All-Electric Aircraft,” in Design for Reliability and Resilience of Power Systems, F. P. Garcia Marquez Ed., Elsevier, 2025, accepted and to be published.
[3] A. Saha and M. Ghassemi, “Challenges in Electrical Insulation Materials and Thermal Management for Medium Voltage Power Cables for Envisaged Wide-Body All-Electric Aircraft,” in Aeronautics - Characteristics and Emerging Technologies, L. Li Ed., London, U.K.: IntechOpen, 2024, pp. 1-27, [Online]. Available: https://www.intechopen.com/online-first/1194193
[4] M. Ghassemi, “Electrical insulation weaknesses in wide bandgap devices,” in Simulation and Modelling of Electrical Insulation Weaknesses in Electrical Equipment, R. A. Sánchez, Ed. London, U.K.: IntechOpen, 2018, ch. 6, pp. 129–149, [Online]. Available: https://www.intechopen.com/books/simulation-and-modelling-of-electrical-insulation-weaknesses-in-electrical-equipment/electrical-insulation-weaknesses-in-wide-bandgap-devices
Magazine [1 Paper]:
[1] M. Ghassemi, “Editorial,” IEEE Electrical Insulation Magazine, vol. 40, no. 6, pp. 3-4, November/ December 2024.
Journal Articles [81 Papers]:
[81] S. Chowdhury and M. Ghassemi, “Next-gen aviation: Who will rule the skies—Hydrogen or Electric? — A review,” IEEE Access, vol. 13, pp. 155141-155154, 2025. [Link] [PDF]
[80] E. Arafat, B. Porkar, and M. Ghassemi, “Magnetic field analysis of unconventional high surge impedance loading (HSIL) transmission lines with different subconductor configurations: Numerical comparisons and performance evaluation,” Magnetism, vol. 5, no. 3, p. 20, Sept. 2025. [Link] [PDF]
[79] B. Dhamala and M. Ghassemi, “Power system planning using optimally designed transmission lines,” Energy Reports (Elsevier), vol. 14, pp. 1855-1865, Dec. 2025. [Link] [PDF]
[78] S. Chowdhury, M. A. Rahman, and M. Ghassemi, “Comparative analysis of partial discharge and dielectric strength of multilayer multifunctional electrical insulation (MMEI) samples under AC and DC conditions at atmospheric and low pressure,” IEEE Transactions on Plasma Science, vol. 53, no. 9, pp. 2401-2409, Sept. 2025. [Link] [PDF]
[77] E. Arafat and M. Ghassemi, “Shielding failure analysis of extra high voltage unconventional transmission lines with increased power delivery capability,” Scientific Reports, vol. 15, no. 1, p. 29247, Aug. 2025. [Link] [PDF]
[76] E. Arafat and M. Ghassemi, “Determining the minimum phase-to-phase gap distance for unconventional transmission lines using numerical method,” IET Generation, Transmission & Distribution, vol. 19, no. 1, p. e70140, Aug. 2025. [Link] [PDF]
[75] A. Saha and M. Ghassemi, “Design and analysis of medium voltage DC cable ducts for electric aircraft considering thermal and electrical insulation requirements,” IEEE Transactions on Plasma Science, vol. 53, no. 8, pp. 2058-2067, Aug. 2025. [Link] [PDF]
[74] M. A. Khan and M. Ghassemi, “Revolutionary unconventional transmission line designs with higher line loadability,” IEEE Access, vol. 13, pp. 111866-111878, 2025. [Link] [PDF]
[73] P. Adhikari, B. Adhikari, E. Arafat, and M. Ghassemi, “Comparative analysis of partial discharge phenomena in silicone gel under DC voltage utilizing optical and electrical techniques for (U)WBG power module applications,” IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation, Early Access, doi: 10.1109/TDEI.2025.3582234. [Link] [PDF]
[72] P. Adhikari and M. Ghassemi, “Electric field mitigation in (U)WBG power module using nonlinear field-dependent conductivity layer and protruding substrate under high-frequency, high-slew-rate square wave voltages,” IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation, vol. 32, no. 5, pp. 3078-3088, Oct. 2025. [Link] [PDF]
[71] M. Jahid Hasan Rifat and M. Ghassemi, “Transmission power grid hardening strategies against hurricane-induced extreme weather conditions: A comprehensive review,” IEEE Access, vol. 13, pp. 61768-61791, 2025. [Link] [PDF]
[70] E. Arafat and M. Ghassemi, “Influence of wideband cable model for electric vehicle inverter–motor connections: A comparative analysis,” Machines, vol. 13, no. 3, p. 189, 2025. [Link] [PDF]
[69] S. Pavan Kalakonda and M. Ghassemi, “Nanodielectric fluids for power transformer insulation and cooling: A review identifying challenges and future research needs,” IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation, vol. 32, no. 1, pp. 349-366, Feb. 2025. [Link] [PDF]
[68] M. Abedin Khan, E. Arafat, S. Chowdhury, and M. Ghassemi, “Optimally located subconductors and phases to achieve transmission lines with high natural power and narrow corridor width,” IEEE Access, vol. 13, pp. 7338-7352, 2025. [Link] [PDF]
[67] P. Adhikari and M. Ghassemi, “Navigating strategies to mitigate insulation issues within high power density (U)WBG power module packages: A comprehensive review emphasizing alternative encapsulation materials,” IEEE Transactions on Industry Applications, vol. 61, no. 2, pp. 3337-3358, March-April 2025. [Link] [PDF]
[66] E. Arafat, B. Porkar, and M. Ghassemi, “A study on magnetic field under unconventional lines with increased power delivery,” IEEE Transactions on Industry Applications, vol. 61, no. 3, pp. 5128-5134, May-June 2025. [Link] [PDF]
[65] A. Saha and M. Ghassemi, “A review of electrical insulation challenges for electrical powertrain components in the future more- and all-electric aircraft under low-pressure conditions,” IEEE Journal of Emerging and Selected Topics in Power Electronics, vol. 13, no. 4, pp. 4521-4536, Aug. 2025. [Link] [PDF]
[64] R. K. Mandal, H. Devarajan, S. Nandi, T. B. Shanker, and M. Ghassemi, “An underdetermined single-channel blind-source-separation for multisource acoustic-emission-based partial discharge signals in power transformers,” IEEE Transactions on Plasma Science, vol. 53, no. 4, pp. 788-797, April 2025. [Link] [PDF]
[63] A. Saha and M. Ghassemi, “Designing high-power density MVDC bipolar power cables for power transmission on the Moon,” IEEE Transactions on Aerospace and Electronic Systems, vol. 61, no. 2, pp. 5079-5087, April 2025. [Link] [PDF]
[62] A. Saha, S. Chowdhury, M. Asifur Rahman, and M. Ghassemi, “Analysis of partial discharge characteristics and dielectric strength in multilayer insulation systems for MVDC cables in future all-electric wide-body aircraft,” IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation, vol. 32, no. 4, pp. 2284-2293, Aug. 2025. [Link] [PDF]
[61] B. Dhamala and M. Ghassemi, “Transmission expansion planning with high surge impedance loading lines at reduced voltage levels,” Journal of Modern Power Systems and Clean Energy, vol. 13, no. 5, pp. 1532-1544, September 2025. [Link] [PDF]
[60] M. Hamidieh and M. Ghassemi, “Theory and finite-element simulation methodology of gas discharge plasmas,” IEEE Access, vol. 12, pp. 104688-104707, 2024. [Link] [PDF]
[59] B. Dhamala and M. Ghassemi, “An extra-high voltage test system for transmission expansion planning studies considering single contingency conditions,” Electronics, vol. 13, no. 19, p. 3937, 2024. [Link] [PDF]
[58] A. Saha and M. Ghassemi, “Optimal design of high-power density medium-voltage direct current bipolar power cables for lunar power transmission,” Aerospace, vol. 11, no. 8, pp. 685, 2024. [Link] [PDF]
[57] P. Adhikari and M. Ghassemi, “A comprehensive review of mitigation strategies to address insulation challenges within high-voltage, high-power-density (U)WBG power module packages,” IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation, vol. 31, no. 5, pp. 2676-2700, Oct. 2024. [PDF] [Link]
[56] F. Islam and M. Ghassemi, “Optimal design of MVDC power cables for different air pressures for wide-body all-electric aircraft,” IEEE Access, vol. 12, pp. 185937-185945, 2024. [Link] [PDF]
[55] E. Arafat, B. Porkar, and M. Ghassemi, “Electric field calculation and comparative analysis of conventional and unconventional transmission lines,” IEEE Access, vol. 12, pp. 178038-178046, 2024. [Link] [PDF]
[54] H. Gholizadeh, M. Dehghan, R. S. Shahrivar, M. H. Samimi, and M. Ghassemi, “A non-isolated quadratic DC-DC converter improved by voltage-lift technique suitable for high-voltage applications,” IEEE Access, vol. 12, pp. 158292-158310, 2024. [Link] [PDF]
[53] M. A. Rahman, A. Saha, and M. Ghassemi, “Optimized fabrication process and PD characteristics of MVDC multilayer insulation cable systems for next generation wide-body all-electric aircraft,” Energies, vol. 17, no. 12, p. 3040, 2024. [Link] [PDF]
[52] S. Chowdhury, A. Saha, M. A. Rahman, S. P. Kalakonda, and M. Ghassemi, “Study of partial discharge characteristics of optimally fabricated MMEI flat samples under DC and their DC dielectric strength for applications in envisaged all-electric wide-body aircraft,” IEEE Access, vol. 12, pp. 88547- 88557, 2024. [Link] [PDF]
[51] S. P. Kalakonda, M. Hamidieh, A. Bhojwani, and M. Ghassemi, “Negative medium-voltage direct current discharges in air under simulated sub-atmospheric pressures for all-electric aircraft,” Aerospace, vol. 11, no. 6, p. 444, 2024. [Link] [PDF]
[50] M. Hamidieh and M. Ghassemi, “Impact of cathode geometry on negative corona discharge and Trichel pulse characteristics: A comparative analysis of hyperbolic, elliptic, and tangent-circular needle shapes,” IEEE Transactions on Plasma Science, vol. 52, no. 4, pp. 1442-1451, April 2024. [Link] [PDF]
[49] B. Dhamala and M. Ghassemi, “Smart transmission expansion planning based on the system requirements: A comparative study with unconventional lines,” Energies, vol. 17, no. 8, p. 1912, 2024. [Link] [PDF]
[48] M. Hamidieh and M. Ghassemi, “Conic cross-sectional electrodes and their influence on negative corona discharge and Trichel pulse characteristics,” IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation, vol. 31, no. 4, pp. 2064-2073, Aug. 2024. [Link] [PDF]
[47] A. Azizi and M. Ghassemi, “An analysis of parameters affecting ampacity in aircraft bipolar MVDC power cables via coupled electrical, thermal, and computational fluid dynamic modelling,” IET High Voltage, vol. 9, no. 6, pp.1208-1220, 2024. [Link] [PDF]
[46] A. Saha, and M. Ghassemi, “Optimized design of ±5 kV, 1 kA rectangular power cable for a low pressure of 18.8 kPa for envisioned all-electric wide-body aircraft,” IEEE Access, vol. 12, pp. 28654-28665, 2024. [Link] [PDF]
[45] A. Saha, A. Azizi, and M. Ghassemi, “Optimal bipolar MVDC power cable designs for future wide-body all electric aircraft,” IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation, vol. 31, no. 4, pp. 2074-2083, Aug. 2024. [Link] [PDF]
[44] B. Dhamala and M. Ghassemi, “A test system for transmission expansion planning studies,” Electronics, vol. 13, no. 3, p. 664, 2024. [Link] [PDF]
[43] A. Azizi and M. Ghassemi, “Design of high power density MVDC cables for wide-body all electric aircraft,” IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation, vol. 30, no. 5, pp. 2315-2324, Otc. 2023. [Link] [PDF]
[42] M. Ghassemi, “Electric aircraft won’t take off without more thrust,” IEEE Spectrum, p. 9, March 2023.
[41] B. Zhang, Z. Yang, K. Li, X. Jiang, X. Li, G. Chang, and M. Ghassemi, “Electrical properties of silicone gel for WBG-based power module packaging at high temperatures,” IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation, vol. 30, no. 2, pp. 852-861, Apr. 2023. [Link] [PDF]
[40] B. Zhang, X. Jiang, K. Li, Z. Yang, X. Li, G. Chang, and M. Ghassemi, “Dielectric properties characterization and evaluation of commercial silicone gels for high-voltage high-power power electronics module packaging,” IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation, vol. 30, no. 1, pp. 210-219, Feb. 2023. [Link] [PDF]
[39] M. Ghassemi, A. Barzkar, and M. Saghafi “All-electric NASA N3-X aircraft electric power systems,” IEEE Transactions on Transportation Electrification, vol. 8, no. 4, pp. 4091-4104, Dec. 2022. [Link] [PDF]
[38] A. Barzkar and M. Ghassemi, “Components of electrical power systems in more and all-electric aircraft: A review,” IEEE Transactions on Transportation Electrification, vol. 8, no. 4, pp. 4037-4053, Dec. 2022. [Link] [PDF]
[37] A. Azizi, M. Ghassemi, and J. Lehr, “Heat transfer challenges for MVDC power cables used in wide body all electric aircraft under low pressures,” IEEE Access, vol. 10, pp. 111811-111819, Oct. 2022. [Link] [PDF]
[36] M. Hamidieh and M. Ghassemi, “Microgrids and resilience: A review,” IEEE Access, vol. 10, pp. 106059-106080, Oct. 2022. [Link] [PDF]
[35] A. Barzkar and M. Ghassemi, “Precise evaluation of repetitive transient overvoltages in motor windings in wide-bandgap drive systems,” Vehicles, vol. 4, no. 3, pp. 697-726, Jul. 2022. [Link] [PDF]
[34] I. Khan and M. Ghassemi, “A probabilistic approach for analysis of line outage risk caused by wildfires,” International Journal of Electrical Power & Energy Systems, vol. 139, p. 108042, Jul. 2022. [Link] [PDF]
[33] M. Borghei and M. Ghassemi, “Separation and classification of corona discharges under low pressures based on deep learning method,” IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation, vol. 29, no. 1, pp. 319-326, Feb. 2022. [Link] [PDF]
[32] M. Borghei and M. Ghassemi, “A deep learning approach for discrimination of single- and multi-source corona discharges,” IEEE Transactions on Plasma Science, vol. 49, no. 9, pp. 2936-2945, Sept. 2021. [Link] [PDF]
[31] M. Borghei and M. Ghassemi, “Insulation materials and systems for more and all-electric aircraft: A review identifying challenges and future research needs,” IEEE Transactions on Transportation Electrification, vol. 7, no. 3, pp. 1930-1953, Sept. 2021. [Link] [PDF]
[30] M. Borghei and M. Ghassemi, “Characterization of partial discharge activities in WBG power converters under low-pressure condition,” Energies, vol. 14, no. 17, p. 5394, Aug. 2021. [Link] [PDF]
[29] M. Borghei, M. Ghassemi, J. M. RodrĂguez-Serna, and R. AlbarracĂn-Sánchez, “A finite element analysis and an improved induced charge concept for partial discharge modeling,” IEEE Transactions on Power Delivery, vol. 36, no. 4, pp. 2570-2581, Aug. 2021. [Link] [PDF]
[28] J. Hernández, J. Segundo-Ramirez, P. Gomez, M. Borghei, and M. Ghassemi, “Statistical switching overvoltage studies of optimized unconventional high surge impedance loading lines via numerical Laplace transform,” IEEE Transactions on Power Delivery, vol. 36, no. 4, pp. 2145-2153, Aug. 2021. [Link] [PDF]
[27] M. Borghei and M. Ghassemi, “Optimal planning of microgrids for resilient distribution networks,” International Journal of Electrical Power & Energy Systems, vol. 128, p. 106682, Jun. 2021. [Link] [PDF]
[26] B. Zhang, M. Ghassemi, and Y. Zhang “Insulation materials and systems for power electronics modules: A review identifying challenges and future research needs,” IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation, vol. 28, no. 1, pp. 290-302, Feb. 2021. [Link] [PDF]
[25] M. Borghei and M. Ghassemi, “A multi-objective optimization scheme for resilient, cost-effective planning of microgrids,” IEEE Access, vol. 8, pp. 206325–206341, Nov. 2020. [Link] [PDF]
[24] A. Barzkar and M. Ghassemi, “Electric power systems in more and all electric aircraft: a review,” IEEE Access, vol. 8, pp. 169314–169332, Sept. 2020. [Link] [PDF]
[23] M. Borghei and M. Ghassemi, “A finite element analysis model for partial discharges in silicone gel under a high slew rate, high-frequency square wave voltage in low-pressure conditions,” Energies, vol. 13, no. 9, p. 2152, May 2020. [Link] [PDF]
[22] M. M. Tousi and M. Ghassemi, “Effects of frequency and temperature on electric field mitigation method via protruding substrate combined with applying nonlinear FDC layer in wide bandgap power modules,” Energies, vol. 13, no. 8, p. 2022, April 2020. [Link] [PDF]
[21] M. M. Tousi and M. Ghassemi, “Characterization of nonlinear field dependent conductivity layer coupled with protruding substrate to address high electric field issue within high voltage high-density wide bandgap power modules,” IEEE Journal of Emerging and Selected Topics in Power Electronics, vol. 8, no. 1, pp. 343-350, Mar. 2020. [Link] [PDF]
[20] M. M. Tousi and M. Ghassemi, “Combined geometrical techniques and applying nonlinear field dependent conductivity layers to address the high electric field stress issue in high voltage high-density wide bandgap power modules,” IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation, vol. 27, no. 1, pp. 305-313, Feb. 2020. [Link] [PDF]
[19] M. Ghassemi, “High power density technologies for large generators and motors for marine applications with focus on electrical insulation challenges,” IET High Voltage, vol. 5, no. 1, pp. 7-14, Feb. 2020. [Link] [PDF]
[18] M. Borghei and M. Ghassemi, “Partial discharge analysis under high-frequency, fast-rise square wave voltages in silicone gel: A modeling approach,” Energies, vol. 12, no. 23, p. 4543, Nov. 2019. [Link] [PDF]
[17] M. Ghassemi, “Accelerated insulation aging due to fast, repetitive voltages: A review identifying challenges and future research needs,” IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation, vol. 26, no. 5, pp. 1558-1568, Oct. 2019. [Link] [PDF]
[16] M. Ghassemi, "High surge impedance loading (HSIL) lines: A review identifying opportunities, challenges, and future research needs,” IEEE Transactions on Power Delivery, vol. 34, no. 5, pp. 1909-1924, Oct. 2019. [Link] [PDF]
[15] M. B. Tefferi, M. Ghassemi, C. Calebrese, Q. Chen, Y. Cao, “Correlation between current-voltage characteristics and DC field grading for dielectric liquid used in wet-mate DC connector,” IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation, vol. 25, no. 5, pp. 1668-1678, Oct. 2018. [Link] [PDF]
[14] M. Ghassemi, “PD measurements, failure analysis, and control in high-power IGBT modules,” IET High Voltage, vol. 3, no. 3, pp. 170-178, Sep. 2018. [Link] [PDF]
[13] M. B. Tefferi, M. Ghassemi, C. Calebrese, Q. Chen, and Y. Cao, “Characterizations of solid-liquid interface in a wet-mate subsea HVDC connector,” Journal of Electrostatics (ELSEVIER), vol. 94, pp. 51-59, Aug. 2018. [Link] [PDF]
[12] M. Ghassemi, Y. Cao, and Q. Chen, “A thermo-electrodynamic electric field dependent molecular ionization model to design electrical insulation system of HVDC wet-mate connectors under transient conditions,” IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation, vol. 25, no. 2, pp. 476-485, April 2018. [Link] [PDF]
[11] M. Ghassemi, Q. Chen, and Y. Cao, “The influence magnitude and rise time of applied voltage and the type of oil on streamer growth in a wet-mate DC connector,” IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation, vol. 24, no. 3, pp. 1646-1656, June 2017. [Link] [PDF]
[10] M. Ghassemi, M. B. Tefferi, Q. Chen, and Y. Cao, “A thermo-electrodynamic electric field dependent molecular ionization model to realize positive streamer propagation in a wet-mate DC connector,” IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation, vol. 24, no. 2, pp. 901-914, April 2017. [Link] [PDF]
[9] M. Ghassemi and M. Farzaneh, “Calculation of minimum approach distances for tools for live working under freezing conditions,” IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation, vol. 23, no. 2, pp. 987-994, April 2016. [Link] [PDF]
[8] M. Ghassemi and M. Farzaneh, “Effects of tower, phase conductors and shield wires on electrical field around FRP hot stick during live-line work,” IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation, vol. 22, no. 6, pp. 3413-3420, Dec. 2015. [Link] [PDF]
[7] M. Ghassemi and M. Farzaneh, “Coupled computational fluid dynamics and heat transfer modeling of the effects of wind speed and direction on temperature increase of an ice-covered FRP live-line tool,” IEEE Transactions on Power Delivery, vol. 30, no. 5, pp. 2268-2275, Oct. 2015. [Link] [PDF]
[6] M. Ghassemi, M. Farzaneh, and W. A. Chisholm, “A coupled computational fluid dynamics and heat transfer model for accurate estimation of temperature increase of an ice-covered FRP live-line tool,” IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation, vol. 21, no. 6, pp. 2628-2633, Dec. 2014. [Link] [PDF]
[5] M. Ghassemi, M. Farzaneh, and W. A. Chisholm, “Three-dimensional FEM electrical field calculation for FRP hot stick during EHV live-line work,” IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation, vol. 21, no. 6, pp. 2531-2540, Dec. 2014. [Link] [PDF]
[4] M. Ghassemi, H. Mohseni, K. Niayesh, and A A Shayegani, “A detailed model for discharge initiating in argon at atmospheric pressure in presence of dielectrics barriers,” IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation, vol. 19, no. 3, pp. 865-876, June 2012. [Link] [PDF]
[3] M. Ghassemi, H. Mohseni, K. Niayesh, and A. A. Shayegani, “Swarm parameters calculation via EEDF for gas discharge modeling,” Modares Journal Electrical Engineering, vol. 11, no. 2, pp. 43-52, 2011. [Link] [PDF]
[2] M. Ghassemi, H. Mohseni, K. Niayesh, and A. A. Shayegani, “Static behavior modeling of dielectric barrier discharges and dielectric dynamic charging in high voltage applications,” Modares Journal Electrical Engineering, vol. 10, no. 3, pp. 87-99, 2010. [Link] [PDF]
[1] M. Ghassemi, H. Lesani, and S. Mohammad Nabavi, “Synchronous machines parameter estimation using SSFR test results via vector fitting and comparison with genetic algorithm, pattern search and nonlinear least square methods,” IUST International Journal of Engineering Science, vol. 19, no. 10 A, pp. 73-85, 2008.
Prominent Peer-Reviewed Conference Proceedings [124 Papers]:
[124] N. N. Erina, A. Saha, and M. Ghassemi, “Impact of frequency on the breakdown voltage in litz wire under square wave excitation,” IEEE Conference on Electrical Insulation and Dielectric Phenomena (CEIDP), September 14-17, 2025, Manchester, UK.
[123] Y. Sun, M. Ghassemi, J. Hu, and J. He, “3D simulation of electric field stress within high voltage, high power density power electronic modules,” IEEE Conference on Electrical Insulation and Dielectric Phenomena (CEIDP), September 14-17, 2025, Manchester, UK.
[122] S. P. Kalakonda and M. Ghassemi, “Evolution of electric field in dielectric liquids due to streamers in asymmetric electrode geometry,” IEEE Conference on Electrical Insulation and Dielectric Phenomena (CEIDP), 14-17 September 2025, Manchester, UK.
[121] S. P. Kalakonda, M. J. H. Rifat, and M. Ghassemi, “Nanodielectric fluids as a substitute for silicone gel in high voltage, high power density power electronics modules,” IEEE Conference on Electrical Insulation and Dielectric Phenomena (CEIDP), 14-17 September 2025, Manchester, UK.
[120] P. Adhikari and M. Ghassemi, “Influence of square wave frequency on breakdown voltage of silicone gel in comparison with DC and AC conditions and the associated mechanism,” IEEE Conference on Electrical Insulation and Dielectric Phenomena (CEIDP), 14-17 September 2025, Manchester, UK.
[119] M. A. Khan and M. Ghassemi, “Unconventional transmission line for carrying greater power density,” IEEE Power & Energy Society General Meeting (PES GM), Austin, TX, USA, July 27-31, 2025.
[118] M. A. Khan and M. Ghassemi, “Compact unconventional overhead 500 kV transmission line for higher line loadability,” IEEE Power & Energy Society General Meeting (PES GM), Austin, TX, USA, July 27-31, 2025.
[117] P. Adhikari and M. Ghassemi, “Comparison of electric field suppression techniques in (U)WBG power modules under unipolar and bipolar square voltages at varying high frequencies,” IEEE Symposium on Diagnostics for Electric Machines, Power Electronics and Drives (SDEMPED), Dallas, TX, USA, 2025, pp. 1-7. [Link]
[116] M. A. Rahman, S. Chowdhury, and M. Ghassemi, “A comparative study of dielectric strength between MV underground cable and MMEI cable for envisaged wide-body all-electric aircraft,” IEEE Symposium on Diagnostics for Electric Machines, Power Electronics and Drives (SDEMPED), Dallas, TX, USA, 2025, pp. 01-07. [Link]
[115] E. Arafat, F. Islam, and M. Ghassemi, “DC dielectric strength evaluation of motor winding insulation for aerospace applications,” IEEE Symposium on Diagnostics for Electric Machines, Power Electronics and Drives (SDEMPED), Dallas, TX, USA, 2025, pp. 1-6. [Link]
[114] A. Saha and M. Ghassemi, “Thermal and electrical performance of multilayer, multifunctional electrical insulated cylindrical and cuboid cables in wide-body all-electric aircraft,” IEEE Symposium on Diagnostics for Electric Machines, Power Electronics and Drives (SDEMPED), Dallas, TX, USA, 2025, pp. 1-6. [Link]
[113] B. Dhamala and M. Ghassemi, “Partial discharge localization along medium voltage cables,” IEEE International Electric Machines & Drives Conference (IEMDC), Houston, TX, USA, 2025, pp. 834-839. [Link]
[112] E. Arafat, F. Islam, M. A. Rahman, S. Chowdhury, and M. Ghassemi, “Breakdown performance of motor winding insulation under low pressure conditions,” IEEE International Electric Machines & Drives Conference (IEMDC), Houston, TX, USA, 2025, pp. 830-833. [Link]
[111] M. A. Rahman, S. Chowdhury, and M. Ghassemi, “Partial discharge characteristics comparison between MV underground cable and MMEI cable for envisaged wide-body all-electric aircraft,” IEEE Kansas Power and Energy Conference (KPEC), Manhattan, KS, USA, 2025, pp. 1-5. [Link]
[110] A. Saha and M. Ghassemi, “Optimal duct design for MVDC cables in all-electric wide-body aircraft,” IEEE Kansas Power and Energy Conference (KPEC), Manhattan, KS, USA, 2025, pp. 1-5. [Link]
[109] B. Adhikari and M. Ghassemi, “A review of electrical insulation challenges in medium voltage High-Frequency Transformers for Solid State Transformers,” IEEE Kansas Power and Energy Conference (KPEC), Manhattan, KS, USA, 2025, pp. 1-5. [Link]
[108] M. J. H. Rifat and M. Ghassemi, “Review on transmission power grid hardening strategies against hurricane-induced adverse weather conditions,” IEEE Kansas Power and Energy Conference (KPEC), Manhattan, KS, USA, 2025, pp. 1-6. [Link]
[107] F. Islam, E. Arafat, and M. Ghassemi, “Impact of rise time and frequency on motor winding insulation lifetime under high frequency, high slew rate bipolar square wave voltages,” IEEE 18th Dallas Circuits and Systems Conference (DCAS), Arlington, TX, USA, 2025, pp. 1-6. [Link]
[106] E. Arafat and M. Ghassemi, “Validating the phase-to-phase gap distance of unconventional high surge impedance loading transmission line using propagation viability of arc by numerical analysis,” IEEE 18th Dallas Circuits and Systems Conference (DCAS), Arlington, TX, USA, 2025, pp. 1-6. [Link]
[105] B. Adhikari, E. Arafat, and M. Ghassemi, “Impact of frequency and rise time on breakdown voltage of air in needle-to-plane geometry under square wave voltage pulses,” IEEE 18th Dallas Circuits and Systems Conference (DCAS), Arlington, TX, USA, 2025, pp. 1-6. [Link]
[104] M. A. Khan, E. Arafat, and M. Ghassemi, “Revolutionary transmission line design for maximized power density,” IEEE 18th Dallas Circuits and Systems Conference (DCAS), Arlington, TX, USA, 2025, pp. 1-6. [Link]
[103] P. Adhikari, E. Arafat, and M. Ghassemi, “Evaluating dibenzyltoluene as a dielectric liquid for encapsulation in high voltage, high power density U(WBG) power electronics modules,” IEEE International Conference on Green Energy and Smart Systems (GESS), 4-5 November, 2024, Long Beach, CA, USA.
[102] S. Chowdhury, A. Saha, M. A. Rahman, and M. Ghassemi, “A comparative study on partial discharge and dielectric strength of MMEI flat samples under AC and DC condition at atmospheric pressure,” IEEE International Conference on Green Energy and Smart Systems (GESS), 4-5 November, 2024, Long Beach, CA, USA.
[101] M. A. Rahman, A. Saha, S. Chowdhury, M. Ghassemi, and J. Lehr, “Analysis of partial discharge characteristics of MVDC power cables optimally designed for all-electric wide body aircraft under varying pressure during takeoff and descent,” IEEE Conference on Electrical Insulation and Dielectric Phenomena (CEIDP), 6-9 October 2024, Auburn, AL, USA.
[100] E. Arafat, M. A. Rahman, F. Islam, and M. Ghassemi, “Influence of rise time on the aging of electric machine windings,” IEEE Conference on Electrical Insulation and Dielectric Phenomena (CEIDP), 6-9 October 2024, Auburn, AL, USA.
[99] M. A. Rahman, E. Arafat, F. Islam, and M. Ghassemi, “Impact of high-frequency repetitive bipolar square wave voltages on the lifetime of turn-to-turn insulation,” IEEE Conference on Electrical Insulation and Dielectric Phenomena (CEIDP), 6-9 October 2024, Auburn, AL, USA.
[98] P. Adhikari, E. Arafat, S. P. Kalakonda, and M. Ghassemi, “Investigating partial discharge characteristics in silicone gel for (U)WBG power modules under negative DC voltage: A comparative study of optical and electrical detection methods,” IEEE Conference on Electrical Insulation and Dielectric Phenomena (CEIDP), 6-9 October 2024, Auburn, AL, USA.
[97] S. P. Kalakonda, M. Hamidieh, and M. Ghassemi, “Corona inception and breakdown in high-altitude, low-pressure air under negative DC voltage for aircraft electrification applications,” IEEE Conference on Electrical Insulation and Dielectric Phenomena (CEIDP), 6-9 October 2024, Auburn, AL, USA.
[96] M. Abedin Khan and M. Ghassemi, “Calculation of television interference (TVI) for unconventional high surge impedance loading (HSIL) transmission lines,” IEEE Conference on Electrical Insulation and Dielectric Phenomena (CEIDP), 6-9 October 2024, Auburn, AL, USA.
[95] A. Saha and M. Ghassemi, “Developing an MVDC bipolar coaxial cable system for lunar power transmission,” IEEE Conference on Electrical Insulation and Dielectric Phenomena (CEIDP), 6-9 October 2024, Auburn, AL, USA.
[94] S. Chowdhury, A. Saha, M. A. Rahman, M. Ghassemi, and J. Lehr, “The influence of low pressure on dielectric strength of aircraft MVDC power cable,” IEEE Power Modulator and High Voltage Conference (IPMHVC), Indianapolis, IN, USA, 2024.
[93] C. D. Rodrigues Reyes, A. Samimi Motlagh, J. M. Lehr, and M. Ghassemi, “Experimental validation of heat transfer simulations for EPR-insulated power cables under MVDC stress for all electric aircraft,” IEEE Power Modulator and High Voltage Conference (IPMHVC), Indianapolis, IN, USA, 2024.
[92] P. Adhikari and M. Ghassemi, “Alternative encapsulation material combined with geometric techniques for electric field mitigation within (U)WBG packages under high frequencies,” IEEE Power Modulator and High Voltage Conference (IPMHVC), Indianapolis, IN, USA, 2024.
[91] A. Saha, M. A. Rahman, Saikat Chowdhury, M. Ghassemi, and J. Lehr, “Prototyping aircraft MVDC power cables with optimal multilayer multifunctional electrical insulation systems,” IEEE Power Modulator and High Voltage Conference (IPMHVC), Indianapolis, IN, USA, 2024.
[90] A. Bhojwani, S. Kalakonda, M. Hamidieh, and M. Ghassemi, “Behavior of air insulation at sub-atmospheric pressures under negative DC voltages,” IEEE Power Modulator and High Voltage Conference (IPMHVC), Indianapolis, IN, USA, 2024.
[89] S. Kalakonda, M. Ghassemi, and R. Henderson, “Liquid nanodielectrics for heat transfer in 3D heterogeneous microsystems: A review,” IEEE Power Modulator and High Voltage Conference (IPMHVC), Indianapolis, IN, USA, 2024.
[88] M. A. Khan, M. Ghassemi, and S. Chowdhury, “Calculation of radio interference for unconventional high surge impedance loading transmission lines,” IEEE Power Modulator and High Voltage Conference (IPMHVC), Indianapolis, IN, USA, 2024.
[87] E. Arafat and M. Ghassemi, “Switching overvoltage analysis in conventional and unconventional transmission lines,” IEEE Kansas Power and Energy Conference (KPEC), Manhattan, KS, USA, April 25 & 26, 2024. [PDF]
[86] F. Islam, M. A. Rahman, A. Saha, and M. Ghassemi, “Bipolar MVDC cable under different ambient conditions for all-electric aircraft,” IEEE Kansas Power and Energy Conference (KPEC), Manhattan, KS, USA, April 25 & 26, 2024.
[85] M. A. Rahman, A. Saha, M. Ghassemi, and J. Lehr, “Fabrication optimization and PD characteristics of MVDC multilayer insulation cable systems for envisaged wide-body all-electric aircraft,” IEEE Kansas Power and Energy Conference (KPEC), Manhattan, KS, USA, April 25 & 26, 2024.
[84] B. Dhamala and M. Ghassemi, “A test system meeting requirements under normal and contingency conditions at multiple loadings for transmission expansion planning,” IEEE Dallas Circuit and Systems Conference (DCAS), Richardson, TX, USA, 2024, pp. 1-6. [Link] [PDF]
[83] M. A. Rahman, A. Saha, and M. Ghassemi, “Effect of forced heat convection on heat transfer for bipolar MVDC power cables in envisaged wide-body all-electric aircraft,” IEEE Dallas Circuit and Systems Conference (DCAS), Richardson, TX, USA, 2024, pp. 1-5.
[82] S. Chowdhury, A. Azizi, A. Saha, M. A. Rahman, M. Ghassemi, and J. Lehr, “An optimal approach to fabricate MVDC multilayer insulation systems as flat samples for wide-body all-electric aircraft,” IEEE Dallas Circuit and Systems Conference (DCAS), Richardson, TX, USA, 2024, pp. 1-5.
[81] F. Islam and M. Ghassemi, “NASA N3-X aircraft DC power system design,” IEEE Dallas Circuit and Systems Conference (DCAS), Richardson, TX, USA, 2024, pp. 1-5. [Link] [PDF]
[80] S. Kalakonda and M. Ghassemi, “Nanodielectric fluids for power transformer cooling and insulation: A review,” IEEE Dallas Circuit and Systems Conference (DCAS), Richardson, TX, USA, 2024, pp. 1-6. [Link] [PDF]
[79] S. Chowdhury, B. Porkar, and M. Ghassemi, “Location of shield wires for unconventional high capacity transmission lines,” IEEE Dallas Circuit and Systems Conference (DCAS), Richardson, TX, USA, 2024, pp. 1-5. [Link] [PDF]
[78] B. Dhamala and M. Ghassemi, “Comparative study of transmission expansion planning with conventional and unconventional high surge impedance loading (HSIL) lines,” IEEE Power & Energy Society General Meeting (PES GM), Seattle, WA, USA, July 21-25, 2024.
[77] A. Saha and M. Ghassemi, “High power density, cost-effective HVDC cables for power transmission on the Moon,” IEEE Texas Power and Energy Conference (TPEC), College Station, TX, USA, February 12-13, 2024. [Link]
[76] A. Saha and M. Ghassemi, “MVDC bipolar power cables with rectangular geometry design for envisaged all-electric wide-body aircraft,” IEEE Texas Power and Energy Conference (TPEC), College Station, TX, USA, February 12-13, 2024. [Link]
[75] A. Azizi, A. Saha, M. A. Rahman, M. Ghassemi, and J. Lehr, “Fabrication of MVDC multilayer insulation systems as flat samples for wide-body all-electric aircraft,” IEEE Texas Power and Energy Conference (TPEC), College Station, TX, USA, February 12-13, 2024. [Link]
[74] B. Dhamala and M. Ghassemi, “A high voltage test system meeting requirements under normal and all single contingencies conditions of peak, dominant, and light loadings for transmission expansion planning studies,” IEEE Texas Power and Energy Conference (TPEC), College Station, TX, USA, February 12-13, 2024. [Link]
[73] E. Arafat, B. Porkar, and M. Ghassemi, “Magnetic field calculation under unconventional lines with increased power delivery,” IEEE Texas Power and Energy Conference (TPEC), College Station, TX, USA, February 12-13, 2024. [Link]
[72] E. Arafat, B. Porkar, and M. Ghassemi, “Electric field comparison of conventional transmission line with unconventional transmission line,” IEEE Texas Power and Energy Conference (TPEC), College Station, TX, USA, February 12-13, 2024. [Link]
[71] M. Hamidieh, S. Kalakonda, and M. Ghassemi, “Influence of aircraft-environment pressure range on negative DC partial discharge inception voltage,” IEEE Texas Power and Energy Conference (TPEC), College Station, TX, USA, February 12-13, 2024. [Link]
[70] P. Adhikari and M. Ghassemi, “A review of insulation challenges and mitigation strategies in (U)WBG power modules packaging,” IEEE Texas Power and Energy Conference (TPEC), College Station, TX, USA, February 12-13, 2024. [Link]
[69] P. Adhikari and M. Ghassemi, “Characterizing nonlinear field dependent conductivity layers to mitigate electric field within (U)WBG power modules under high frequency, high slew rate square voltage pulses,” IEEE Texas Power and Energy Conference (TPEC), College Station, TX, USA, February 12-13, 2024. [Link]
[68] M. Hamidieh and M. Ghassemi, “Influence of solid dielectric permittivity on positive streamer characteristics in a liquid-solid composite dielectric,” IEEE Conference Electrical Insulation Dielectric Phenomena (CEIDP), East Rutherford, NJ, USA, Oct. 15-19, 2023, pp. 1-4. [Link] [PDF]
[67] A. Saha, A. Azizi, and M. Ghassemi, “An optimal bipolar MVDC coaxial power cable design for envisaged all electric wide body aircraft,” IEEE Conference Electrical Insulation Dielectric Phenomena (CEIDP), East Rutherford, NJ, USA, Oct. 15-19, 2023, pp. 1-4. [Link] [PDF]
[66] M. Hamidieh and M. Ghassemi, “The significance of accurate needle electrode geometry definitions in discharge plasma finite-element simulations: A comparative analysis,” IEEE Conference Electrical Insulation Dielectric Phenomena (CEIDP), East Rutherford, NJ, USA, Oct. 15-19, 2023, pp. 1-4. [Link] [PDF]
[65] A. Azizi, A. Saha, and M. Ghassemi, “A cuboid geometry design for MVDC power cables for using in future all electric wide body aircraft,” IEEE Conference Electrical Insulation Dielectric Phenomena (CEIDP), East Rutherford, NJ, USA, Oct. 15-19, 2023, pp. 1-4. [Link] [PDF]
[64] M. A. Khan and M. Ghassemi, “A new method for calculating electric field intensity on subconductors in unconventional high voltage, high power density transmission lines,” IEEE Conference Electrical Insulation Dielectric Phenomena (CEIDP), East Rutherford, NJ, USA, Oct. 15-19, 2023, pp. 1-4. [Link] [PDF]
[63] M. A. Khan and M. Ghassemi, “Calculation of audible noise and radio interference for unconventional high surge impedance loading (HSIL) transmission lines,” IEEE Conference Electrical Insulation Dielectric Phenomena (CEIDP), East Rutherford, NJ, USA, Oct. 15-19, 2023, pp. 1-4. [Link] [PDF]
[62] M. A. Khan and M. Ghassemi, “A new unusual bundle and phase arrangement for transmission line to achieve higher natural power,” IEEE North American Power Symposium (NAPS), Asheville, NC, USA, October 15-17, 2023, pp. 1-5. [Link] [PDF]
[61] M. A. Khan and M. Ghassemi, “Corona loss calculation for unconventional high surge impedance loading transmission lines,” IEEE North American Power Symposium (NAPS), Asheville, NC, USA, October 15-17, 2023, pp. 1-6. [Link] [PDF]
[60] B. Dhamala and M. Ghassemi, “Unconventional high surge impedance loading (HSIL) lines and transmission expansion planning,” IEEE North American Power Symposium (NAPS), Asheville, NC, USA, October 15-17, 2023, pp. 1-6. [Link] [PDF]
[59] B. Dhamala and M. Ghassemi, “A test system for transmission expansion planning studies meeting the operation requirements under normal condition as well as all single contingencies,” IEEE North American Power Symposium (NAPS), Asheville, NC, USA, October 15-17, 2023, pp. 1-5. [Link] [PDF]
[58] B. Porkar, M. Ghassemi, and M. A. Khan, “Transmission expansion planning (TEP)-based unconventional high surge impedance loading (HSIL) line design concept,” IEEE North American Power Symposium (NAPS), Asheville, NC, USA, October 15-17, 2023, pp. 1-5. [Link] [PDF]
[57] B. Dhamala and M. Ghassemi, “Transmission expansion planning via unconventional high surge impedance loading (HSIL) lines,” IEEE North American Power Symposium (NAPS), Asheville, NC, USA, October 15-17, 2023, pp. 1-6. [Link] [PDF]
[56] A. Samimi Motlagh, J. Lehr, M. Ghassemi, “Heat transfer simulations for MVDC power cable under low pressures,” IEEE International Conference on Plasma Science (ICOPS), Santa Fe, NM, USA, May 21-25, 2023. [Link]
[55] A. Azizi, M. Ghassemi, and J. Lehr, “Design of a cable system for a high-power density MVDC aircraft electric power system,” IEEE Conference Electrical Insulation Dielectric Phenomena (CEIDP), Denver, CO, USA, pp. 151-154, Oct. 30-Nov. 2, 2022. [Link] [PDF]
[54] M. Hamidieh and M. Ghassemi, “Simulation and analysis of initial stages of negative discharges in air for needle-plane electrode configuration,” IEEE Power Modulator and High Voltage Conference (IPMHVC), Knoxville, TN, USA, pp. 120-123, June 19-23, 2022. [Link] [PDF]
[53] A. Azizi, M. Ghassemi, and J. Lehr, “Influence of low pressure on thermal limit of MVDC power cables used in all electric aircraft,” IEEE Power Modulator and High Voltage Conference (IPMHVC), Knoxville, TN, USA, pp. 88-91, June 19-23, 2022. [Link] [PDF]
[52] M. Saghafi, M. Ghassemi, J. Lehr, M. Borghei, B. Kordi, and D. Oliver “A finite element analysis model for internal partial discharges under DC voltage,” IEEE Power Modulator and High Voltage Conference (IPMHVC), Knoxville, TN, USA, pp. 8-11, June 19-23, 2022. [Link] [PDF]
[51] M. Ghassemi and A. Barzkar, “DC load flow models for the electric power system of wide body all electric aircraft,” IEEE Aerospace Conference, Big Sky, MT, USA, March 5-12, 2022. [Link] [PDF]
[50] M. Ghassemi and M. Saghafi, “Optimal electric power system architectures for wide body all electric aircraft,” IEEE Aerospace Conference, Big Sky, MT, USA, March 5-12, 2022. [Link] [PDF]
[49] M. Ghassemi and A. Barzkar, “Power flow solvers for medium voltage direct current (MVDC) microgrids,” The 6th IEEE Workshop on the Electronic Grid (eGrid 2021), Virtual, November 8-10, 2021. [Link] [PDF]
[48] M. Borghei and M. Ghassemi, “Classification of partial discharge in electric aircraft based on short-term behavior of insulation systems,” American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA)/IEEE Electric Aircraft Technologies Symposium (EATS), Virtual, Aug. 11-13, 2021. [Link] [PDF]
[47] M. Borghei and M. Ghassemi, “Partial discharge investigation in an air-filled cavity inside silicone gel under low-pressure conditions using finite-element analysis,” American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA)/IEEE Electric Aircraft Technologies Symposium (EATS), Virtual, Aug. 11-13, 2021. [Link] [PDF]
[46] M. Borghei, M. Ghassemi, B. Kordi, P. Gill, and D. Oliver, “Modeling and measurement of internal partial discharges in voids artificially made within 3D-printed polylactic acid (PLA) block,” IEEE Electric Ship Technologies Symposium (ESTS), Arlington, VA, USA, Aug. 3-6, 2021. [Link] [PDF]
[45] M. Borghei and M. Ghassemi, “Discrimination of single- and multi-source corona discharges using deep residual network,” IEEE Electric Ship Technologies Symposium (ESTS), Arlington, VA, USA, Aug. 3-6, 2021. [Link] [PDF]
[44] M. Borghei, M. Ghassemi, B. Kordi, P. Gill, and D. Oliver, “A finite element analysis model for internal partial discharges in an air-filled, cylindrical cavity inside solid dielectric,” IEEE Electrical Insulation Conference (EIC), pp. 260-263, June 7–28, 2021. [Link] [PDF]
[43] S. Hojjatinejad and M. Ghassemi, “Resiliency enhancement against wildfires,” IEEE Innovative Smart Grid Technologies Conference (ISGT), Washington, DC, USA, Feb. 15-18, 2021. [Link] [PDF].
[42] A. Lotfi and M. Ghassemi, “Smart transmission expansion planning based on unconventional high surge impedance loading line designs,” IEEE Innovative Smart Grid Technologies Conference (ISGT), Washington, DC, USA, Feb. 15-18, 2021. [Link] [PDF].
[41] M. Borghei and M. Ghassemi, “Investigation of low-pressure condition impact on partial discharge in micro-voids using finite-element analysis,” IEEE Energy Conversion Congress & Expo. (ECCE), Detroit, MI, USA, pp. 3293-3298, Oct. 11-15, 2020. [Link] [PDF]
[40] M. Borghei and M. Ghassemi, “Characterization of partial discharge activities in WBG power modules under low-pressure condition,” IEEE Conference Electrical Insulation Dielectric Phenomena (CEIDP), East Rutherford, NJ, USA, pp. 297-300, Oct. 18-22, 2020. [Link] [PDF]
[39] M. M. Tousi and M. Ghassemi, “Electrical insulation design and accurate estimation of temperature via an electrothermal model for a 10 kV SiC power module packaging,” IEEE Conference Electrical Insulation Dielectric Phenomena (CEIDP), East Rutherford, NJ, USA, pp. 407-410, Oct. 18-22, 2020. [Link] [PDF].
[38] J. Hernández, J. Segundo, P. Gomez, M. Borghei, and M. Ghassemi, “Electromagnetic transient performance of optimally designed high surge impedance loading lines,” IEEE Power & Energy Society General Meeting (PES GM), Montreal, QC, Canada, Aug. 2-6, 2020. [Link] [PDF] [Best Paper Award]
[37] M. Borghei and M. Ghassemi, “Effects of Low–Pressure Condition on Partial Discharges in WBG Power Electronics Modules ,” IEEE Electrical Insulation Conference (EIC), Knoxville, TN, USA, pp. 199-202, June 22–July 03, 2020. [Link] [PDF]
[36] M. M. Tousi and M. Ghassemi, “Influence of Temperature and Frequency on Electric Field Reduction Method via a Nonlinear Field Dependent Conductivity Layer Combined with Protruding Substrate for Power Electronics Modules ,” IEEE Electrical Insulation Conference (EIC), Knoxville, TN, USA, pp. 94-97, June 22–July 03, 2020. [Link] [PDF]
[35] M. Borghei, M. Ghassemi, and C.-C. Liu, “Optimal capacity and placement of microgrids for resiliency enhancement of distribution networks under extreme weather events,” IEEE Innovative Smart Grid Technologies Conference (ISGT), Washington, DC, USA, Feb. 17-20, 2020. [Link] [PDF]
[34] M. Borghei and M. Ghassemi, “Future transmission lines with increased loadability through geometrical optimized phase configurations and sub-conductors in the bundle,” IEEE Innovative Smart Grid Technologies Conference (ISGT), Washington, DC, USA, Feb. 17-20, 2020. [Link] [PDF]
[33] M. M. Tousi and M. Ghassemi, “The effect of type of voltage (sinusoidal and square waveform) and the frequency on the performance of nonlinear field-dependent conductivity coatings for electric field control in power electronic modules,” IEEE Conf. Electr. Insul. Dielectr. Phenom. (CEIDP), Richland, WA, USA, pp. 601-604, Oct. 20-23, 2019. [Link] [PDF]
[32] M. M. Tousi and M. Ghassemi, “Electrical insulation packaging for a 20 kV high density wide bandgap power module,” IEEE Energy Convers. Congr. & Expo. (ECCE), Baltimore, MD, USA, pp. 4162-4166, Sept. 29-Oct. 3, 2019. [Link] [PDF]
[31] M. M. Tousi and M. Ghassemi, “Nonlinear resistive electric field grading in high-voltage, high-power wide bandgap power module packaging,” IEEE Energy Convers. Congr. & Expo. (ECCE), Baltimore, MD, USA, pp. 7124-7129, Sept. 29-Oct. 3, 2019. [Link] [PDF] [Best Paper Award]
[30] M. Borghei and M. Ghassemi, “Partial discharge finite element analysis under fast, repetitive voltage pulses,” IEEE Electric Ship Technologies Symposium (ESTS), Arlington, VA, USA, pp. 324-328, Aug. 13-16, 2019. [Link] [PDF]
[29] J. Stewart, Y. Xu, R. Burgos, and M. Ghassemi, “Design of a multilayer PCB bus for medium voltage DC converters,” IEEE Electric Ship Technologies Symposium (ESTS), Arlington, VA, USA, pp. 329-336, Aug. 13-16, 2019. [Link] [PDF]
[28] M. Borghei and M. Ghassemi, “Geometrically optimized phase configurations and sub-conductors in the bundle for power transmission efficiency,” IEEE Electrical Insulation Conference (EIC), Calgary, Canada, pp. 295-298, June 16-19, 2019. [Link] [PDF]
[27] M. Borghei and M. Ghassemi, “Finite element modeling of partial discharge activity within a spherical cavity in a solid dielectric material under fast, repetitive voltage pulses,”IEEE Electrical Insulation Conference (EIC), Calgary, Canada, pp. 34-37, June 16-19, 2019. [Link] [PDF]
[26] M.M. Tousi and M. Ghassemi, “Nonlinear field dependent conductivity materials for electric field control within next-generation wide bandgap power electronics modules,” IEEE Electrical Insulation Conference (EIC), Calgary, Canada, pp. 63-66, June 16-19, 2019. [Link] [PDF]
[25] M.M. Tousi and M. Ghassemi, “Electric field control by nonlinear field dependent conductivity dielectrics characterization for high voltage power module packaging,” IEEE International Workshop on Integrated Power Packaging (IWIPP), Toulouse, France, pp. 54-58, April 24-26, 2019. [Link] [PDF]
[24] Y. Xu, M. Ghassemi, J. Wang, R. Burgos, and D. Boroyevich, “Electrical Field Analysis and Insulation Evaluation of a 6 kV H-bridge Power Electronics Building Block (PEBB) using 10 kV SiC MOSFET Devices,” IEEE Energy Conversion Congress & Expo (ECCE), Portland, OR, USA, Sept. 23-27, 2018. [Link]
[23] M. Ghassemi, “Geometrical techniques for electric field control in (ultra) wide bandgap power electronics modules,” IEEE 36th Electrical Insulation Conference (EIC), San Antonio, TX, USA, pp. 589-592, June 17-20, 2018. [Link] [PDF]
[22] Y. Xu, M. Ghassemi, J. Wang, R. Burgos, and D. Boroyevich, “Three-dimensional electric stress calculation for a 6 kV H-bridge power electronics building block (PEBB) using 10 kV SiC MOSFET devices,” CPES Annual Power Electronics Conference, Blacksburg, VA, USA, April 8-11, 2018.
[21] M. B. Tefferi, M. Ghassemi, C. Calebrese, Q. Chen, and Y. Cao, “Characterization of Solid-Liquid Interface in a Wet-Mate Subsea HVDC Connector,” International Conference on Insulated Power Cables (Jicable HVDC’17), Dunkirk, France, Nov. 20-22, 2017.
[20] H. Nguyen, Y. Liu, W. Chen, M. Ghassemi, J. Chapman, A. Bazzi, and Y. Cao, “Nanostructured Insulation for High Torque Density Electric Propulsion Motors,” IEEE Electric Ship Technologies Symposium (ESTS), Arlington, VA, USA, pp. 274-279, Aug. 15-17, 2017. [Link] [PDF]
[19] M. Ghassemi, Q. Chen, and Y. Cao, “A study on performance of a wet-mate DC connector under overvoltages,” IEEE Electrical Insulation Conference (EIC), Baltimore, MD, USA, pp. 237-240, June 11-14, 2017. [Link] [PDF]
[18] M. B. Tefferi, M. Ghassemi, C. Calebrese, Q. Chen, and Y. Cao, “Characterization of solid-liquid interface for wet-mate subsea HVDC connectors,” IEEE Conference on Electrical Insulation & Dielectric Phenomena (CEIDP), Toronto, Canada, pp. 735-738, Oct. 16-19, 2016. [Link]
[17] M. Ghassemi, M. B. Tefferi, Q. Chen, and Y. Cao, “Modeling a liquid-solid insulation system used in a dc wet-mate connector,” IEEE Conference on Electrical Insulation & Dielectric Phenomena (CEIDP), Toronto, Canada, pp. 161-166, Oct. 16-19, 2016. [Link] [PDF]
[16] M. Ghassemi and M. Farzaneh, “An AC arc discharge model for ice-covered FRP live-line tools,” IEEE International Power Modulator and High Voltage Conference (IPMHVC), San Francisco, CA, USA, pp. 14-18, July 5-9, 2016. [Link]
[15] M. Ghassemi and M. Farzaneh, “FRP hot-stick flashover testing under freezing conditions,” International Conference on Testing and Measurement: Techniques and Applications (TMTA), Phuket Island, Thailand, pp. 77-80, Jan. 16-17, 2015. [Link]
[14] M. Ghassemi and M. Farzaneh, “Calculation of electric field around overhead line towers during live-line work,” CIGRE Canada Conference, Toronto, Canada, Paper No. 403, Sept. 22-24, 2014. [PDF]
[13] M. Ghassemi and M. Farzaneh, “Electrical flashover testing and modeling of live-line tools under freezing conditions,” The 16th Colloque annuel de la CIGELE/INGIVRE, Université du Québec à Chicoutimi (UQAC), Chicoutimi, Canada, July 7-8, 2014.
[12] M. Ghassemi, M. Farzaneh, W. A. Chisholm, and Jay Beattie, “Potential and electric field calculation along a FRP live-line tool under cold and icing conditions,” IEEE Electrical Insulation Conference (EIC), Philadelphia, PA, USA, pp. 218-222, June 8-11, 2014. [Link] [PDF]
[11] M. Ghassemi, H. Mohseni, K. Niayesh, and A. A. Shayegani, B. Porkar, “A detailed model for atmospheric pressure oxygen dielectric barrier discharges,” IEEE Conference on Electrical Insulation and Dielectric Phenomena (CEIDP), Montreal, Canada, pp. 432-435, Oct. 14-17, 2012. [Link] [PDF]
[10] M. Ghassemi, H. Mohseni, K. Niayesh, and A. A. Shayegani, “2D modeling of argon DBD plasma for insulation performance studies,” The 19th Gaseous Discharge (GD) Conference, Beijing, China, pp. 388-391, Sept. 2-7, 2012.
[9] M. Ghassemi, H. Mohseni, K. Niayesh, and A. A. Shayegani, “Dielectric barrier discharge (DBD) dynamic modeling for high voltage insulation,” IEEE Electrical Insulation Conference (EIC), Annapolis, MD, USA, pp. 156-161, June 5-8, 2011. [Link] [PDF]
[8] M. Ghassemi, H. Mohseni, K. Niayesh, and A. A. Shayegani, “Breakdown voltage evaluation of homogenous insulating systems with dielectric barriers,” The 17th International Symposium on High Voltage Engineering (ISH), Hannover, Germany, August 22-26, 2011.
[7] M. Ghassemi, H. Mohseni, K. Niayesh, and A. A. Shayegani, “Dynamic modeling of the dielectric barrier effect for high voltage apparatus,” The 17th International Symposium on High Voltage Engineering (ISH), Hannover, Germany, August 22-26, 2011.
[6] M. Ghassemi, H. Mohseni, K. Niayesh, and A. A. Shayegani, “An equivalent electrical circuit to model dielectric barrier discharge,” The 26th International Power System Conference, Tehran, Iran, Oct. 31- Nov. 2, 2011.
[5] M. Ghassemi, H. Mohseni, K. Niayesh, and A. A. Shayegani, “Accurate and fast calculation of potential distribution due to space charges in non-thermal discharge applications via disk method,” The 25th International Power System Conference, Tehran, Iran, Nov. 8-10, 2010.
[4] M. Ghassemi, H. Lesani, and S. M. Nabavi, “Synchronous machine modeling and identification via network equivalent techniques,” Large Engineering Systems Conference on Power Engineering (LESCOPE), Montreal, Quebec, Canada, pp. 24-29, Oct. 10-12, 2007. [Link] [PDF]
[3] M. Ghassemi and S. M. Nabavi, “Synchronous Machines Parameter Estimation Using SSFR Test Results via Vector Fitting,” The 21st International Power System Conference, Tehran, Iran, Nov. 13-15, 2006.
[2] B. Porkar, M. Vakilian, R. Feuillet, M. Ghassemi, and A, Akhavan, “Multi-port frequency-dependent network equivalent for electromagnetic transient studies,” The 37th North American Power Symposium (NAPS), Iowa State University, USA, pp. 287-295, Oct. 23-25, 2005. [Link] [PDF]
[1] M. Ghassemi, B. Porkar, and M. P. Arabani, “The influence of sag in the electric field of high voltage overhead transmission lines,” The 19th International Power System Conference, Tehran, Iran, Nov. 22-24, 2004.