Microgrids, Electrical Power and Sustainable Energy Systems

Dear Colleagues,

Hybrid AC/DC microgrids represent a promising architecture for integrating diverse energy resources and addressing the growing complexity of modern power systems. This special issue aims to explore cutting-edge developments in hybrid microgrid technologies that seamlessly incorporate renewable energy sources, advanced energy storage systems, and emerging power conversion technologies. The focus encompasses novel control strategies, power management algorithms, and system architectures that optimize the complementary advantages of both AC and DC subsystems while ensuring system stability, reliability, and efficiency.

This issue builds upon existing literature by addressing critical gaps in the integration of new energy resources within hybrid frameworks. While previous research has largely focused on either AC or DC microgrids independently, this special issue emphasizes the synergistic operation of hybrid systems, particularly in the context of emerging technologies such as vehicle-to-grid systems, hydrogen storage, and advanced battery technologies. Special attention will be given to innovative solutions for power quality improvement, fault management, and resilience enhancement in hybrid configurations, as well as standardization and interoperability challenges in mixed AC/DC environments.

The global transition toward sustainable energy systems has highlighted the critical role of microgrids in accommodating diverse energy resources and ensuring reliable power distribution. Hybrid AC/DC architectures have emerged as a particularly promising solution, offering unique advantages in integrating renewable energy sources, energy storage systems, and modern loads. With the rapid advancement of power electronics and control technologies, there is an urgent need to address the challenges and opportunities in this evolving field.

This special issue aims to compile cutting-edge research contributions that advance our understanding of hybrid microgrid systems and their integration with emerging energy technologies. We seek to explore innovative solutions that enhance system efficiency, reliability, and resilience while facilitating the seamless incorporation of diverse energy resources.

Suggested themes include, but are not limited to:

Novel control strategies and power management algorithms for hybrid AC/DC microgrids

Integration of advanced energy storage systems (batteries, supercapacitors, hydrogen) in hybrid configurations

Power quality enhancement and stability analysis in mixed AC/DC environments

Fault detection, isolation, and recovery mechanisms for hybrid microgrids

Vehicle-to-grid integration and bidirectional power flow management

Standardization and interoperability solutions for hybrid microgrid systems

Artificial intelligence and machine learning applications in hybrid microgrid control

Economic and technical feasibility studies of hybrid AC/DC implementations

Cybersecurity and resilience enhancement in hybrid microgrid architecture

Real-world case studies and practical implementation experiences

Manuscripts should be submitted through the journal's online submission system. Please ensure that you select this special issue when submitting your manuscript.

If you have any questions or require additional information, please don't hesitate to contact me.

Thank you for your consideration. I look forward to your valuable contributions to this special issue.

Best regards,

Dr. Pengfeng Lin
Dr. Yu-chen Su
Prof. Dr. Chao Zhang
Dr. Junjun Wang
Guest Editors

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• power electronic dominated power system
• hybrid AC/DC microgrid
• power electronics design and application
• renewable energy integration