Power electronics
Our researchers
Our research on power electronics is underpinning developments across all areas of consumer gadgets, industrial systems, renewable generation, low-carbon transport and power networks.
Achievements include demonstrating an efficient and compact silicon carbide converter for electric vehicle power trains and the invention of DC circuit-breaking concepts.
Research focus
We are experts in this field and cover all aspects related to power electronics.
Some specific areas we focus on are:
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Power dense converters
One of the bottlenecks limiting the development of electric vehicles and more-electric-aircraft is the size and weight of the power electronic equipment. We are devising new power-dense solutions using the latest materials and high-speed control.
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Energy harvesting
Energy harvesters are typically used to supply electricity to remotely located systems from ambient energy sources. Our research covers all areas of energy extraction from cantilever-based vibrations, through piezo-electric converters, to high power waste heat recovery.
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Voltage-source HVDC
Voltage-source HVDC is rapidly emerging as a leading power transmission technology, offering new capabilities and connecting offshore windfarms or interconnecting nations. We are working on a wide variety of operational and planning aspects to bring these systems to fruition.
