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Hanane Dagdougui

Associate Academic Member
Full Professor, Polytechnique Montréal, Department of Mathematical and Industrial Engineering
Research Topics
Deep Learning
Distributed Systems
Optimization
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Biography

Hanane Dagdougui is a Full Professor at Polytechnique Montréal and Associate Academic Member of Mila - Quebec Artificial Intelligence Institute. She received the Ph.D. in Systems Engineering from the Faculty of Engineering of Genova and the Mines Paris-Tech in France, as part of an international joint program in 2011. Prior to joining the Polytechnique Montreal in 2017, she was a research assistant at the department of Informatics, Bioengineering, Robotics and System Engineering at the University of Genoa in 2013. From 2013 to 2016, she was an institutional researcher at the department of Electrical Engineering, ÉTS Montreal.

Her research interests are in the distributed optimization theory and applications of mathematical optimization. She is particularly interested in the applications of mathematical optimization and machine learning techniques to problems of smart grids, microgrids, and smart buildings. Her research interests include also the techno-economic modeling and planning of renewable energy-based systems, demand response and electric transportation.

Current Students

Fathipasandideh Fathipasandideh
PhD - Polytechnique Montréal
Github
Arian Shah Kamrani
PhD - Polytechnique Montréal

Publications

Neural differential equations for temperature control in buildings under demand response programs
Vincent Taboga
Clement Gehring
Mathieu Le Cam
Hanane Dagdougui
Pierre-Luc Bacon
2024-08-01
Applied Energy (published)
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Learn-To-Design: Reinforcement Learning-Assisted Chemical Process Optimization
Eslam G. Al-Sakkari
Ahmed Ragab
Mohamed Ali
Hanane Dagdougui
Daria C. Boffito
Mouloud Amazouz
2024-07-14
Systems and Control Transactions (published)
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A Novel Bifurcation Method for Observation Perturbation Attacks on Reinforcement Learning Agents: Load Altering Attacks on a Cyber Physical Power System
Kiernan Broda-Milian
Ranwa Al-Mallah
Hanane Dagdougui
Components of cyber physical systems, which affect real-world processes, are often exposed to the internet. Replacing conventional control m… (see more)ethods with Deep Reinforcement Learning (DRL) in energy systems is an active area of research, as these systems become increasingly complex with the advent of renewable energy sources and the desire to improve their efficiency. Artificial Neural Networks (ANN) are vulnerable to specific perturbations of their inputs or features, called adversarial examples. These perturbations are difficult to detect when properly regularized, but have significant effects on the ANN's output. Because DRL uses ANN to map optimal actions to observations, they are similarly vulnerable to adversarial examples. This work proposes a novel attack technique for continuous control using Group Difference Logits loss with a bifurcation layer. By combining aspects of targeted and untargeted attacks, the attack significantly increases the impact compared to an untargeted attack, with drastically smaller distortions than an optimally targeted attack. We demonstrate the impacts of powerful gradient-based attacks in a realistic smart energy environment, show how the impacts change with different DRL agents and training procedures, and use statistical and time-series analysis to evaluate attacks' stealth. The results show that adversarial attacks can have significant impacts on DRL controllers, and constraining an attack's perturbations makes it difficult to detect. However, certain DRL architectures are far more robust, and robust training methods can further reduce the impact.
2024-07-06
ArXiv (preprint)
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arxiv.org
Towards a framework selection for assessing the performance of photovoltaic solar power plants: criteria determination
Meryam Chafiq
Loubna Benabbou
Hanane Dagdougui
Ismail Belhaj
Abdelali Djdiaa
Hicham Bouzekri
Abdelaziz Berrado
Mastery of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in the realm of photovoltaic solar power plants is pivotal for evaluating their effectiveness a… (see more)nd fine-tuning their operational efficiency. The assessment of these plants' performance has con-sistently stood as a focal point in scientific research. Nevertheless, the investigation into the process of selecting a framework for classifying KPIs, particularly through their categorization based on criteria, sub-criteria, or aspects, has been relatively limited in research. This article addresses this gap by conducting a comprehensive literature review on various KPIs and, drawing upon both literature and practical experience, formulating a set of criteria to serve as the foundation for a Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA) method. This intricate taxonomic framework enhances the understanding of infrastructure performance for stakeholders in the solar industry. By streamlining decision-making, it simplifies the selection of KPIs tailored to specific requirements, thus mitigating the complexity arising from the abundance of KPIs in the literature. As a result, decision-makers can make well-informed choices regarding the monitoring and evaluation framework that best suits the performance goals of their solar plant.
2024-05-16
2024 4th International Conference on Innovative Research in Applied Science, Engineering and Technology (IRASET) (published)
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ADMM-Based Hierarchical Single-Loop Framework for EV Charging Scheduling Considering Power Flow Constraints
Sina Kiani
Keyhan Sheshyekani
Hanane Dagdougui
This article presents a three-layer hierarchical distributed framework for optimal electric vehicle charging scheduling (EVCS). The proposed… (see more) hierarchical EVCS structure includes a distribution system operator (DSO) at the top layer, electric vehicle aggregators (EVAs) at the middle layer, and electric vehicles (EVs) charging stations at the bottom layer. A single-loop iterative algorithm is developed to solve the EVCS problem by combining the alternating direction method of multipliers (ADMM) and the distribution line power flow model (DistFlow). Using the single-loop structure, the primal variables of all agents are updated simultaneously at every iteration resulting in a reduced number of iterations and faster convergence. The developed framework is employed to provide charging cost minimization at the EV charging stations level, peak load shaving at the EVAs level, and voltage regulation at the DSO level. In order to further improve the performance of the optimization framework, a neural network-based load forecasting model is implemented to include the uncertainties related to non-EV residential load demand. The efficiency and the optimality of the proposed EVCS framework are evaluated through numerical simulations, conducted for a modified IEEE 13 bus test feeder with different EV penetration levels.
2024-03-01
IEEE Transactions on Transportation Electrification (published)
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An Analytic Hierarchy Process based approach for assessing the performance of photovoltaic solar power plants
Meryam Chafiq
Loubna Benabbou
Hanane Dagdougui
Ismail Belhaj
Abdelali Djdiaa
Hicham Bouzekri
Abdelaziz Berrado
2024-01-01
IFAC-PapersOnLine (published)
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Carbon capture, utilization and sequestration systems design and operation optimization: Assessment and perspectives of artificial intelligence opportunities
Eslam G. Al-Sakkari
Ahmed Ragab
Hanane Dagdougui
Daria Camilla Boffito
Mouloud Amazouz
2024-01-01
Science of the Total Environment (published)
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Game Theoretical Formulation for Residential Community Microgrid via Mean Field Theory: Proof of Concept
Mohamad Aziz
Hanane Dagdougui
Issmail ElHallaoui
Incentive-based demand response aggregators are widely recognized as a powerful strategy to increase the flexibility of residential communit… (see more)y MG (RCM) while allowing consumers’ assets to participate in the operation of the power system in critical peak times. RCM implementing demand response approaches are of high interest as collectively, they have a high impact on shaping the demand curve during peak time while providing a wide range of economic and technical benefits to consumers and utilities. The penetration of distributed energy resources such as battery energy storage and photovoltaic systems introduces additional flexibility to manage the community loads and increase revenue. This letter proposes a game theoretical formulation for an incentive-based residential community microgrid, where an incentive-based pricing mechanism is developed to encourage peak demand reduction and share the incentive demand curve with the residential community through the aggregator. The aggregator’s objective is to maximize the welfare of the residential community by finding the optimal community equilibrium electricity price. Each household communicates with each other and with the distributed system operator (DSO) through the aggregator and aims to minimize the local electricity cost.
2024-01-01
IEEE Control Systems Letters (published)
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A Distributed ADMM-based Deep Learning Approach for Thermal Control in Multi-Zone Buildings
Vincent Taboga
Hanane Dagdougui
The surge in electricity use, coupled with the dependency on intermittent renewable energy sources, poses significant hurdles to effectively… (see more) managing power grids, particularly during times of peak demand. Demand Response programs and energy conservation measures are essential to operate energy grids while ensuring a responsible use of our resources This research combines distributed optimization using ADMM with Deep Learning models to plan indoor temperature setpoints effectively. A two-layer hierarchical structure is used, with a central building coordinator at the upper layer and local controllers at the thermal zone layer. The coordinator must limit the building's maximum power by translating the building's total power to local power targets for each zone. Local controllers can modify the temperature setpoints to meet the local power targets. The resulting control algorithm, called Distributed Planning Networks, is designed to be both adaptable and scalable to many types of buildings, tackling two of the main challenges in the development of such systems. The proposed approach is tested on an 18-zone building modeled in EnergyPlus. The algorithm successfully manages Demand Response peak events.
2023-12-08
ArXiv (preprint)
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arxiv.org
Deep Learning Model for Multi-Step Ahead Prediction of Solar Irradiance: Case of Study of Morocco
Saad Benbrahim
Loubna Benabbou
Hanane Dagdougui
Ismail Belhaj
Abdelali Djdiaa
Hicham Bouzekri
Abdelaziz Berrado
Accurate solar irradiance forecasting is crucial for managing energy generation and consumption in the rapidly evolving landscape of renewab… (see more)le energy. It enables renewable energy operators to make informed decisions and maximize their output. This study employs deep learning-based forecasting models to predict the Global Horizontal Irradiance (GHI) of the R&D platform situated in Ouarzazate, Morocco. A sensitivity analysis was conducted on multiple scenarios for a one day-ahead horizon. Moreover, a forecasting technique that encompasses numerous horizons, ranging from one day to three days in advance, was evaluated. The study's findings suggest that the encoder-decoder model we proposed exhibited superior performance compared to the other models tested and produced dependable predictions.
2023-11-22
2023 14th International Conference on Intelligent Systems: Theories and Applications (SITA) (published)
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Towards an Effective Electrical Market Design: Identifying and Defining Key Criteria for Decision-Making
Souhaila Chiguer
Loubna Benabbou
Hanane Dagdougui
Ismail Belhaj
Abdelali Djdiaa
Hicham Bouzekri
Abdelaziz Berrado
In our changing energy landscape, electricity is taking a major role in achieving decarbonization goals. Electricity can be a clean and effi… (see more)cient source of energy, and it is well-suited to help countries meet their climate goals. However, the electrical market is complex and constantly evolving, and it is important to carefully choose the design elements of the market to ensure that it is meeting its objectives. In this context, evaluating an electrical market's effectiveness requires a multifaceted approach that takes into account a range of elements, from environmental impact to economic viability. This paper provides an overview of several evaluation methods for different objectives to finally select the key criteria to consider in assisting decision-makers, regulators, and stakeholders in developing an electricity market that is not only effective but also reliable and sustainable.
2023-11-22
2023 14th International Conference on Intelligent Systems: Theories and Applications (SITA) (published)
doi.org
Predicting Solar PV Output Based on Hybrid Deep Learning and Physical
Models: Case Study of Morocco
Samira Abousaid
Loubna Benabbou
Hanane Dagdougui
Ismail Belhaj
Abdelaziz Berrado
Hicham Bouzekri
2023-10-13
Recent Advances in Electrical & Electronic Engineering (Formerly Recent Patents on Electrical & Electronic Engineering) (published)
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