Symmetry/Asymmetry in Renewable Energy Power Systems: Modeling, Design, and Control

Dear Colleagues,

In modern power systems and power electronics, a certain degree of symmetry between the supply side and the load side is often essential for ensuring stable and efficient energy exchange. This Special Issue centers on the concept of “symmetry/asymmetry” as a lens to investigate the modeling, design, and control of renewable energy systems and grid-connected power electronic interfaces.

Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, wind, ocean, and solar energy systems; hydrogen energy chains (including electrolysis, storage, and reconversion); battery storage technologies; and energy-saving applications. Particular focus is given to the influence of structural, parametric, and signal-level symmetry on converter topology, modulation techniques, power quality, unbalance and fault behaviors, as well as system stability and resilience.

We also welcome contributions leveraging artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, digital twins, and data-driven approaches for predictive maintenance, anomaly detection, system optimization, and coordinated energy management. Submissions may present theoretical studies, hardware experiments, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) validations, or field data analyses. While the topics outlined are emphasized, the scope remains open to all innovative research that contributes to the advancement of renewable energy power systems.

Dr. Kun-Che Ho
Dr. Burin Yodwong
Guest Editors

Manuscript Submission Information

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Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Symmetry is an international peer-reviewed open access monthly journal published by MDPI.

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