Fundamentals of inductive power transfer

Instructors:

• Duleepa J. Thrimawithana, University of Auckland, NZ

Abstract:

Currently, there is a strong drive to electrify the transportation sector as a solution to the environmental and economic impacts of vehicles using internal combustion engines. Although, fast and extreme fast charging systems have been developed and deployed to help EV users refuel in a fraction of an hour, this is achieved at the expense of battery life and user safety. In contrast, wireless charging of stationary and in-motion electric vehicles promises a future where EVs are replenished organically, thus avoiding long charging times, range anxiety and battery degradation.

The tutorial will start with a brief discussion on the history of wireless power transfer (WPT) technology. Subsequently, the fundamental operating principles of an inductive power transfer (IPT) system will be presented. Commonly used compensation networks, power electronics converters and magnetic designs will be then reviewed. This will be followed by a discussion on more advanced IPT technologies, such as bi-directional systems, misalignment tolerance, etc., with a special focus on wireless electric vehicle (EV) charging. During this tutorial, we will also work through a few design examples and validate these designs using LTspice and Ansys Maxwell simulation models (participants will have access to these models).

Recent Advances of Predictive Control for Energy Conversion Systems

Instructors:

• Ralph Kennel, Technical University of Munich, Germany
• Zhenbin Zhang, Shandong University, China
• Ricardo P. Aguilera, University of Technology Sydney, Australia

Ralph Kennel, Zhenbin Zhang, Ricardo P. Aguilera

Abstract:

The goal of this tutorial is to provide working knowledge on the development and implementation of MPC in different application fields. The introduction teaches the basic MPC principles, including mathematical techniques and optimization methods necessary to formulate and solve the control problem. In the second part, this tutorial will focus on addressing practical challenges in MPC of electrical drives. Particularly, this tutorial introduces the recent development of predictive encoderless control for AC motor drives. In addition to the expected combination of predictive control and pulse signal injection method, the cooperation of predictive control and fundamental frequency model method will also be introduced. Finally, in the last section, applications on high-power grid-connected converters including photovoltaic inverters, battery management systems, and active power filters are presented. These case studies demonstrate practical MPC designs and evaluate and discuss their results.

Emerging Solid-State-Transformer based Electric-Vehicle Ultra-fast Charging Station

Instructors:

• Sanjib K. Panda, National University of Singapore, Singapore
• Jaydeep Saha, National University of Singapore, Singapore

Sanjib K. Panda, Jaydeep Saha

Abstract:

Transportation electrification is one of the major energy sustainability spotlights of this decade due to the accelerated push for carbon footprint reduction by various government policies worldwide, fueled by the commitments made by governments at various environmental summits. With the rapid growth of electric-vehicle (EV) industry in the past few years, the development of EV charging infrastructure is picking up pace simultaneously. This tutorial will focus on the emerging applications of SST based EV ultra-fast charging solutions that has incredible potential for providing highly compact and efficient EV ultra-fast charging solutions in the near future (especially in space-constrained urban applications), and will highlight the state-of-the-art research and developments in this domain. The tutorial will start off with a brief introduction to the EV fast/ultra-fast charging conc, along with an overview of the SST technology and its potential in compact EV fast/ultra-fast charging solutions while providing a succinct review of the various relevant SST topologies. Secondly, the discussion will shift to the concept of medium-voltage (MV) utility-grid-connected universal EV fast/ultra-fast charging station with bidirectional fast charging capability. The multi-port universal fast/ultra-fast charging/discharging station’s V2G/G2V modulation/control (while ensuring that the expectations of mimicking an existing public refueling station can be approached), implementation aspect and comparative evaluation with existing solutions would be outlined.

Late Breaking Research Findings on Solid-State-Transformers

Instructor:

• Johann W. Kolar, Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH) Zurich, Switzerland

Abstract: 

• Introduction to the SST concept
• Main future application areas incl. high-power EV charging, datacenters, dc distribution systems
• State-of-the-art topologies and novel three-phase unfolder-based ac-dc SST concepts
• Comprehensive comparative evaluation of SST technologies, incl. raw material use and environmental aspects, against conventional low-frequency transformer based solutions
• Research vectors and outlook

Grid-Integration Technologies and Beyond for Solar Photovoltaic Systems

Instructors:

• Yongheng YANG, Zhejiang University
• Yinxiao ZHU, Zhejiang University
• Dehong XU, Zhejiang University

Yongheng YANG, Yinxiao ZHU, Dehong XU

Abstract:

Driven by the continuous drop in the levelized cost of energy (LCoE), photovoltaic (PV) systems are widely integrated into the power grid towards carbon neutrality, and for greener and more sustainable society. However, the high penetration of power electronics-based PV systems raises great concerns about grid instability due to intermittent power injection, such as the frequency stability induced by the deficient mechanical inertia in PV-/RES-rich power systems. Accordingly, various attempts have been made to enhance the entire system performance, emphasizing the grid-friendly integration of PV energy, to guarantee the grid resilience, reliability, stability, and energy harvesting. Beyond conventional passive integration, recent PV systems can be controlled as active power sources, particularly, mitigating the adverse effects and simultaneously providing high controllability and flexibility. In this context, this tutorial is designed to walk through the technological challenges for grid-integration of solar PV energy, and more importantly, to look at different solutions. This tutorial provides a comprehensive approach to designing grid-friendly PV systems, covering the details from modelling, topologies, and to advanced controls (grid-following and grid-forming to enhance the friendliness). The goal is to improve the functionality and manageability of grid-connected PV systems by advanced controls to ensure the  sustainability, compatibility with the power grid, efficiency, and reliability of PV systems that adhere to grid regulations and help to reduce the LCoE. It is for intermediate and advanced engineers, and researchers seeking practical solutions for grid-friendly integration of PV energy. The prerequisite is basic power electronics and control.

Methods to Identify & Control Highly Non-Linear Three-Phase Machines

Instructor:

• Andreas Liske, Karlsruhe Institute of technology (KIT), Germany
• Alexander Oerder, Karlsruhe Institute of technology (KIT), Germany
• Leonard Geier, Karlsruhe Institute of technology (KIT), Germany
• Stephan Goehner, Karlsruhe Institute of technology (KIT), Germany

Andreas Liske, Alexander Oerder, Leonard Geier, Stephan Goehner

Abstract:

Highly utilized three-phase machines show a highly nonlinear electromagnetic behavior, making it very challenging or even impossible to control them using standard control-algorithms.

One very appropriate and well-proven method to cope with this nonlinearity is the  measurement of multi-dimensional flux linkage maps for each possible operating point of the  given machine. During operation a look-up-table is used to adjust the gain of the used control algorithm to the actual differential inductance in each given operating point. The flux maps are  also used in non-linear model predictive control (MPC) schemes to enhance dynamics.

In this tutorial different methods to obtain multi-dimensional flux maps of permanent magnet  synchronous machines (PMSM), synchronous reluctance machines (SynRM), electrically excited  synchronous machines (EESM) and induction machines (IM) are presented. This includes steady  state-tests, locked-rotor-tests, and a new approach that replaces flux maps with a physics informed neural network. In addition to the flux-map-identification, also one well-proven  control method that makes use of these flux maps and enables for high dynamics is presented. Of course, also hands-on tips from our long-term lab-experience, dealing with several motor  test-benches ranging from few hundred Watts (Pedelec/E-Bike motors) to several 100kW  (automotive) for over a decade will be given in each of the described topics.

Condition and Health Monitoring of Power Electronic Components and Converters

Instructor:

• Huai Wang, Aalborg University, Denmark   

Abstract:

With the increasing use of power electronic converters for electrical energy generation, conversion, transmission, and utilization, our society is moving forward to a fully electrical-driven chapter. From e-mobility, industrial drive, and energy storage to data analytics, information management, and digital transformation, power electronics technology services as a precise and efficient electrical energy conversion unit. They are all heavily electricity-dependent applications and require electrical energy with proper type. However, power electric converters are subject to frequent operational and environmental strains, which can induce failures. The prediction of these failures is difficult but important, so the operation of a system can be halted before a catastrophic failure occurs. Hence, it demands cost-effective and robust condition and health monitoring solutions for operation optimization and predictive maintenance, facilitating life-cycle-reduction and performance boost of power electronic converters.

This tutorial aims to present the state-of-the-art condition and health monitoring methods for power electronic components and converters. It starts with a brief introduction to the reliability and availability challenges of power electronics in different applications, underlining the importance, function, and benefits of condition monitoring, and their demands on field applications. Then, it discusses the condition monitoring methods for power semiconductor switches, capacitors, and power electronic converters. A few case studies for converters with silicon, SiC, and GaN devices, and electrolytic and film capacitors are used to illustrate the principles and associated practical considerations.  Finally, it gives perspectives on the challenges and the gap between academic research and industrial applications in condition and health monitoring in power electronic converters.