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KU Leuven

PhD Position: Solid-State Transformers for Medium Voltage Applications

Genk

FULL TIME

November 14, 2024

Ph D Position: Solid-State Transformers for Medium Voltage Applications
(ref. BAP-2024-711)
Laatst aangepast: 14/11/24

KU Leuven, located in Belgium, is among the top European universities, ranked as the top university in the Reuters ranking of Europe's most innovative universities. KU Leuven is a research-intensive, international university that performs both basic and applied research. It is a highly interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary institution focused and committed to international excellence. KU Leuven actively works on this together with its research partners at home and abroad. The university offers an academic education that is based on scientific research of high quality.
At the the Department of Electrical Engineering (ESAT), within the research unit of Electrical Energy Systems and Applications (ELECTA), several Ph D students and post-docs are working on modelling and on applications of power electronics. We currently have a Ph D position available in Energy Ville, located in Genk, in collaboration with KU Leuven campus Diepenbeek
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Project
The goal of the research project is to investigate innovative topologies of Solid-State Transformers (SST) for Medium Voltage (MV) applications. The goal is to develop new solutions with improved efficiency, power density, controllability, and reliability.
Different technological areas can take advantage of these innovative architectures, including EV chargers, renewable energy source generation, electrified traction, data centres, smart grid and smart cities.
The research will consider AC, DC and hybrid AC/DC conversion systems, including multi-port conversion.
Specific attention will be dedicated to modular architectures and to the utilization of wide band-gap semiconductor devices operating at medium/high switching frequencies.
The activities of this project will include:

  • Modelling, analysis and comparative assessment of different modular converter topologies for future MV-SST
  • Development of ad-hoc modulation and control techniques for the SST modules
  • Development of optimized power flow control through the entire modular SST
  • Realization of Real-Time Hardware-In-the-Loop (RT-HIL) systems for the validation of the developed algorithms
  • Experimental validation on laboratory prototypes


Profile
We are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and communicative researcher with a Master's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related fields, with strong overall marks.
The candidate should have a strong interest in energy, with knowledge in modelling, analysis and control of power electronics systems, and with experience with software programming and experimental setups. Strong motivation and ability to conduct individual research are musts.
Experience with MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, LTSpice and similar simulation software are highly valued.
Programming experience in C/C++ and VHDL/Verilog are also useful for the profile of the candidate.
The applicant should also have good English communication skills, possibly supported by official proficiency certification.
Offer
The successful candidate will be offered a Ph D fellowship to become part of our team to work towards a Ph D.
This full-time mandate has an initial duration of one year which can be prolonged depending on competitive financing successes. The final goal will be obtaining a Ph.D.after four years.
Interested?
For more information please contact Prof. dr. ir. Andrea Cervone, mail:.andrea.cervone@kuleuven.be
You can apply for this job no later than December 02, 2024 via the online application tool

KU Leuven strives for an inclusive, respectful and socially safe environment. We embrace diversity among individuals and groups as an asset. Open dialogue and differences in perspective are essential for an ambitious research and educational environment. In our commitment to equal opportunity, we recognize the consequences of historical inequalities. We do not accept any form of discrimination based on, but not limited to, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, ethnic or national background, skin colour, religious and philosophical diversity, neurodivergence, employment disability, health, or socioeconomic status. For questions about accessibility or support offered, we are happy to assist you at this email address.

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