Associate Professor of Central South University, China
Xubin Liu is an accomplished scholar and researcher in electrical engineering, specializing in integrated energy systems, renewable energy integration, power system optimization, and microgrid control. Currently serving as an Associate Professor at the School of Automation, Central South University, he has made significant contributions to advancing low-carbon energy systems, fault ride-through strategies, voltage-frequency support mechanisms, and intelligent dispatching methods. His work bridges cutting-edge theory and practical solutions, with over thirty high-impact publications in leading IEEE and international journals.
Professional Profile
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Education
Liu earned his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the College of Electrical and Information Engineering at Hunan University, ranking first in his cohort. During his doctoral studies, he undertook a joint Ph.D. training program at the State Key Laboratory of Power Systems at Tsinghua University, where he collaborated with renowned experts in the field. He previously obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from Northwest University for Nationalities, graduating top of his class. His academic training encompassed advanced power system analysis, optimal operation and planning, power electronics, high-voltage testing, control theory, and microcomputer applications, forming the technical foundation for his later research innovations.
Experience
Following his doctoral work, Liu completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, focusing on advanced control methods and renewable energy integration under the mentorship of distinguished national talent program scholars. Since 2021, he has been an Associate Professor at Central South University, contributing to both academic leadership and the Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Power Electronics Equipment and Grid. His career also includes substantial participation in national and international research collaborations, including the National High Technology Research and Development Program (863 Program), Sino-US international cooperation projects, and key R&D initiatives funded by the energy industry.
Research Focus
Liu’s research addresses the challenges of integrating renewable energy sources into complex power and heat networks. He has developed high-resolution mixed-integer linear programming models to optimize integrated energy systems, enabling large-scale wind energy utilization. His work spans low-carbon energy systems, time-scale adaptive dispatch, unit commitment, and hybrid control strategies for multi-microgrid coordination. He has also contributed significantly to voltage support in active distribution networks, fault current limitation for wind farms and microgrids, renewable forecasting using deep learning, and advanced energy storage control. His studies often combine rigorous mathematical optimization, intelligent algorithms, and power electronics control techniques, ensuring practical applicability for real-world systems.
Awards & Honors
Liu has been widely recognized for his academic excellence and research impact. His distinctions include the Outstanding Doctoral Graduate Award of Hunan Province, the Third Prize of Science and Technology Progress from the China Electrotechnical Society, and multiple National Scholarships for both undergraduate and doctoral studies. He has also received top honors in competitions such as the National Undergraduate Electrical Engineering Mathematical Modeling Competition and the National College Students’ Mathematics Competition. His early achievements in software design and development earned him provincial prizes, reflecting his longstanding technical aptitude and innovation.
Publication Top Notes
Title: Frequency-Voltage Synergy Support Method based on Grid Strength for VSC-MTDC Integrated Distributed Offshore Wind Farms
Authors: Xubin Liu, Nanxing Huang, Yuan Liu, Liang Yuan, Mei Su, Canbing Li, Xinyu Chen, Guangming Zhu, Zhaoyang Dong
Journal: IEEE Transactions on Power Systems, 2025, 40(4): 3543-3562
Title: A Coordinated Voltage-Frequency Support Method for VSC-MTDC Integrated Offshore Wind Farms System
Authors: Xubin Liu, Wei Han, Yonglu Liu*, Zhangjie Liu, Mei Su, Canbing Li, Xin Zhang, Peng Wang
Journal: IEEE Transactions on Power Systems, 2024, 39(1): 1485-1502
Title: Fault Current Unified Calculation Method for Whole Process Fault Ride-Through of DFIG-Based Wind Farms
Authors: Xubin Liu, Zijian Zhang, Yonglu Liu, Zhangjie Liu*, Mei Su, Canbing Li*, Leijiao Ge, Xin Zhang, Peng Wang
Journal: IEEE Transactions on Smart Grid, 2024, 15(1): 485-503
Title: Active Fault Current Limitation for VSC-MTDC Integrated Offshore Wind Farms Participating in Frequency Regulation
Authors: Xubin Liu, Wei Han, Zhangjie Liu*, Hua Han, Mei Su, Canbing Li, Leijiao Ge, Xin Zhang, Peng Wang
Journal: IEEE Transactions on Sustainable Energy, 2024, 15(2): 773-788
Title: Fault Current Multi-Stages Calculation Method for DFIG-Based Wind Farms With Whole Fault Process Attributes Under Asymmetrical Grid Fault Conditions
Authors: Xubin Liu, Zijian Zhang, Yonglu Liu, Liang Yuan, Mei Su, Feng Zhou*, Canbing Li, Jianzhe Liu, Xin Zhang, Peng Wang
Journal: IEEE Transactions on Sustainable Energy, 2024, 15(4): 2361-2379
Title: Fault Current Hierarchical Limitation Strategy for Fault Ride-Through Scheme of Microgrid
Authors: Xubin Liu, Canbing Li, Mohammad Shahidehpour, Yunpeng Gao*, Bin Zhou, Yongjun Zhang, Jun Yi, Yijia Cao
Journal: IEEE Transactions on Smart Grid, 2019, 10(6): 6566-6579
Title: Fault Current Mitigation and Voltage Support Provision by Microgrids with Synchronous Generators
Authors: Xubin Liu, Canbing Li*, Mohammad Shahidehpour, Xinyu Chen, Jun Yi, Qiuwei Wu, Kai Sun, Bin Zhou
Journal: IEEE Transactions on Smart Grid, 2020, 11(4): 2816-2831
Title: Multi-Stage Voltage Support Optimization for Microgrids with Multiple Distributed Generation Units
Authors: Xubin Liu, Xinyu Chen, Canbing Li*, Mohammad Shahidehpour*, Kai Sun, Yijia Cao, Chen Chen, Bin Zhou
Journal: IEEE Transactions on Smart Grid, 2021, 12(1): 141-156
Title: Active Fault Current Limitation for Low-Voltage Ride-Through of Networked Microgrids
Authors: Xubin Liu, Xinyu Chen*, Mohammad Shahidehpour, Canbing Li*, Qiuwei Wu, Yuhang Wu, Jinyu Wen
Journal: IEEE Transactions on Power Delivery, 2022, 37(2): 980-992
Title: SoC Threshold Optimization for Battery Storage in Frequency Regulation Considering Uncertainty of SoC Measurement and Automatic Generation Control Fatigue Loss of Thermal Power System
Authors: Xubin Liu, Xin Xu, Qiuwei Wu*, Xia Chen, Jinyu Wen, Wei Wang, Kejie Zhang, Canbing Li, Xinyu Chen*
Journal: International Journal of Electrical Power and Energy Systems, 2022, 137: 107771
Conclusion
Through a blend of technical expertise, innovative research, and collaborative engagement, Xubin Liu has established himself as a leading figure in modern electrical engineering and renewable energy integration. His achievements reflect a career dedicated to solving pressing energy challenges while promoting sustainable, intelligent power systems. The breadth and depth of his contributions—from foundational modeling to practical control strategies—demonstrate his capability to influence both academic discourse and industrial practice. His recognition through awards, extensive publications, and leadership roles underscores his suitability for distinguished academic honors.