§16§§Sponsored by the Alexander von Humbold Stiftung the "Bragfost-Confernce" brings together about 60 outstanding German and Brazilian Scientists to discuss most topical issues in the field of electrical engineering, energy-supply as well as sociological impact of technology. This book presents the most relevant contributions in extended and revised form. § §§ §01§§Gaby Celani, University of Campinas, Brazil; Olfa Kanoun, TU Chemnitz, Germany. § §02§Gaby Celani, University of Campinas, Brazil; Olfa Kanoun, TU Chemnitz, Germany.