Electric Power Components and Systems publishes original theoretical and applied papers of permanent reference value related to the broad field of electric machines and drives, power electronics converters, electromechanical devices, electrical equipment, renewable and sustainable electric energy applications, and power systems.Specific topics covered include: Electric machinesSolid-state control of electric machine drivesPower electronics convertersElectromagnetic fields in energy convertersRenewable energy generators and systemsPower system planningTransmission and distributionPower system protectionDispatching and schedulingStability, reliability, and securityRenewable energy integrationSmart-grid and micro-grid technologiesAll submitted manuscripts are subject to initial appraisal by the Editor, and, if found suitable for further consideration, to peer review by independent, anonymous expert referees. All peer review is single blind and submission is online via ScholarOne Manuscripts.