Research
Research Areas
- DSP-based power electronics systems
- Power Electronics Converters for Distributed/Renewable Energy Sources: Solar/Wind Energy Systems.
- Plug-in-hybrid electric vehicles charging infrastructure and its effect on the distribution system.
- Power Quality Issues
- Wireless charging of electric vehicles
- Energy Storage in power conversion
- Subsea power electronics
Current Research:
Currently, research work in the following areas are underway:
- Wireless Power Transfer
- Electric vehicle on board power electronics to facilitate regenerative braking
- Power electronics interface for Grid Energy storage
Recent Industry funded projects:
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Wireless power and communication- 3 kW pinless connector |
Transmark Subsea AS (2019-2021) |
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Analysis of PHEV in a smart grid environment. |
CenterPoint Energy (2017-2019) |
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Micro-grid Simulation Study |
MARTECH International Inc (2010-2015) |
Past Projects:
- Design and Controllability of Plug-in-hybrid (PHEV) Charging facilities integrated with renewable energy sources
- Adaptive sensor-less control for maximum power point tracking in wind energy conversion systems.
- Efficient Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) Control for Photovoltaic (PV) systems adaptive to fast changing irradiation and partial shading conditions.