Advances in Power Converter Design, Control and Applications, 2nd Edition
A special issue of Electronics (ISSN 2079-9292). This special issue belongs to the section "Industrial Electronics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 May 2025 | Viewed by 2074
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Interests: switching-mode power supplies; converter modeling; high-power-factor rectifiers; high-power–high-voltage power supplies
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Dear Colleagues,
"Advances in Power Converter Design, Control and Applications" refer to the continuous improvements in the field of power electronics, which is a crucial aspect of modern-day technology. Power converters are devices that convert electrical energy from one form to another. They are used in various applications, ranging from consumer electronics to renewable energy systems.
Recent advancements in power converter design, control, and applications have led to significant improvements in efficiency, power density, and reliability. Some of the key advances include the use of wide-bandgap semiconductors, innovative topologies for power converters, advanced control techniques, and the integration of power electronics with other technologies.
These advancements have enabled the development of more efficient and effective electrical systems, which are essential for addressing the challenges of climate change and the need for sustainable energy. The widespread adoption of power converters in various industries has also led to significant cost savings and improved performance.
Overall, the ongoing advances in power converter design, control, and applications have played a vital role in shaping the future of electrical systems and are critical to achieving a more sustainable and energy-efficient world.
The scope of "Advances in Power Converter Design, Control and Applications" encompasses various aspects of power electronics, including the design, control, and application of power converters in different systems. This Special Issue covers advancements in technology, materials, and methods that enable the development of more efficient, reliable, and cost-effective power converters.
Overall, the area of "Advances in Power Converter Design, Control and Applications" is wide and diverse, covering various aspects of power electronics, with a focus on the development of more efficient, reliable, and cost-effective electrical systems. Topics include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Power converter topologies, such as DC–DC converters, AC–DC converters, and DC–AC converters;
- Power converter applications in various fields, including renewable energy systems, electric vehicles, power grids, and consumer electronics;
- Power semiconductor devices, such as diodes, transistors, and thyristors;
- Development of new materials such as wide-bandgap semiconductors;
- Development of advanced control techniques, including digital signal processing, artificial intelligence, and model predictive control;
- Development of more efficient, reliable, and cost-effective electrical systems.
Prof. Dr. Pedro J. Villegas
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- power converter
- power semiconductor
- digital control
- predictive control
- power quality
- new semiconductors
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