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power electronics

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Power Electronic Systems

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About

Power electronics is a research field within electrical engineering focused on the efficient conversion, control, and conditioning of electrical power. It investigates the principles, circuits, components, and systems designed to process electrical energy, primarily employing power semiconductor switching devices operating in high-efficiency modes. The field encompasses the study of power converter topologies, modulation strategies, control algorithms, and the characteristics and application of power semiconductor devices. Its significance lies in enabling energy efficiency, facilitating the integration of diverse power sources (including renewables), and serving as a foundational technology for modern electrical systems across various applications, such as electric vehicles, industrial drives, and power grids.

Top Authors

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FB

Aalborg University

JW

ETH Zurich

JR

Federico Santa María Technical University

FZ

Michigan State University

DB

Virginia Tech

Top Institutions

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Aalborg University

Aalborg, Denmark

Virginia Tech

Blacksburg, United States

University of Wisconsin–Madison

Madison, United States