Il Dipartimento di Energia vi invita al seminario Power Electronic Converters in Renewable Energy Systems: Applications, Challenges, and Reliability
presentato dal  Prof. Ehsan Jamshidpour della University of Lorraine, France.

Power electronic converters are the key enabling technology behind modern electrification and renewable energy systems. They ensure the efficient conversion, control, and management of electrical energy in applications such as solar and wind power plants, electric vehicles, smart grids, aircraft, and industrial drives.

This seminar introduces the fundamental role of power electronics in these systems, covering basic converter topologies, operating principles, and practical design considerations. In addition, the main engineering challenges are discussed, including efficiency optimization, thermal stresses, component aging, and reliability issues. Particular attention is given to common faults in semiconductor devices, sensors, and passive components, and how protection and fault-aware design strategies improve system safety and continuity of operation.

Through real-world examples and case studies, students will gain a clear understanding of both the opportunities and challenges of power electronics, and discover research and career paths in this rapidly evolving field.