Advanced Bidirectional Power Conversion System for Hybrid Energy Storage Integration and Grid Support
Project ID: 2531ac1471
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Research Theme: Energy and Decarbonisation
UCL Lead department: Mechanical Engineering
Lead Supervisor: Mehdi Baghdadi
Partner Organisation: Siemens Energy
Stipend enhancement: £1,000 per year
Project Summary:
This pioneering research project focuses on developing revolutionary power conversion technology that will transform grid infrastructure and energy storage integration. Working at the forefront of power electronics innovation, the research aims to create a highly compact, bidirectional power converter through cutting-edge IC fabrication and system-on-chip integration, targeting unprecedented 99% efficiency and superior power density.
The project introduces groundbreaking power electronics architecture that enables seamless integration of hybrid energy storage systems with the grid. Through innovative voltage synthesis technology and sophisticated control strategies, this next-generation converter will achieve significant reductions in component costs and thermal management requirements while maintaining exceptional performance metrics.
The research combines advanced power electronics design, IC fabrication techniques, and state-of-the-art control systems to address critical challenges in renewable energy integration and grid stability. This experimental project, supported by Siemens Energy, pushes the boundaries of current technology while maintaining strong industrial relevance.
Key research areas include advanced power electronics integration, IC design and fabrication, innovative control strategies for bidirectional power flow, and thermal optimisation techniques. The project represents a unique opportunity to work on transformative technology that will play a crucial role in enabling sustainable energy infrastructure and the future of grid-scale power conversion systems.