Smart Grid Technologies and Energy Conversion Systems

Dear Colleagues,

With the rapid development of the global economy and the growing demand for energy, traditional fossil fuels are becoming progressively depleted. Moreover, the energy crisis is gradually emerging. At the same time, the extensive use of fossil fuels has led to serious environmental pollution and climate change issues, posing a threat to the human living environment. As the power grid structure becomes more and more complex, the development of high dynamic new energy is rapidly advancing, with energy storage systems also rapidly developing. In addition, users' requirements for power supply reliability and power quality are continuously rising. Traditional power grids are no longer able to meet these needs. The electric smart grid relies on the increasingly developed artificial intelligence and intelligent control technology, advanced sensing technology, communication technology, computing technology, and decision support systems to provide strong support for the establishment and development of new power systems. The conversion of electrical energy into various forms of energy, achieving efficient, stable, and intelligent changes, is an important part of realizing the efficient utilization of new energy and the efficient and stable operation of the power grid. Smart grids and energy transformations are not only important measures to address energy crisis and environmental pressure but are also effective ways to improve the efficiency and reliability of power grid operation; promote the development and utilization of clean energy; enhance energy utilization efficiency and energy conservation; reduce emissions; promote sustainable economic and social development; and enhance user electricity experience and satisfaction. Topics of interest include the following:

• New energy utilization technology;
• New energy conversion and control;
• Power electronic converter and its control;
• Intelligent control technology for power grid load;
• Power quality;
• Electricity safety;
• Application of AI in power system;
• Electric vehicle charging and interaction with the power grid;
• Intelligent sensing technology.

Dr. Qing Fu
Dr. Ling Yang
Dr. Fan Feng
Guest Editors

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