70 publications, 2002 to 2025
Every publication
Filter by year or type. A title links to the paper when we have its address.
2025
DC Grid: Topology, Converters, Control & Protection
PCIM Europe 2025Conference paper
Abstract of DC Grid: Topology, Converters, Control & Protection
Hands-on seminar focused on DC-grid topology, converter behavior, control, and protection in an application-oriented conference setting.
2025
Control Scheme for a DC Grid Manager in a Tiny House
ELMA 2025Conference paper
Abstract of Control Scheme for a DC Grid Manager in a Tiny House
Control architecture for a DC-grid manager in a tiny-house demonstrator, linking local energy management, power flow control, and educational visibility.
2025
Crowbar Protection for a Power Electronics Hardware Trainer
ELMA 2025Conference paper
Abstract of Crowbar Protection for a Power Electronics Hardware Trainer
Protection-oriented work on crowbar implementation for a power-electronics training platform.
2025
Modular Dual Active Bridge Design for DC Grids
ELMA 2025Conference paper
Abstract of Modular Dual Active Bridge Design for DC Grids
Modular DAB design for DC-grid applications, combining converter architecture and educational relevance.
2025
Bidirectional Power Equalizer for DC Grids
Venue not listedConference paper
Abstract of Bidirectional Power Equalizer for DC Grids
Recent work on bidirectional power equalization in DC-grid environments.
2025
Lifelong Learning in the Energy Transition: Implementation of Wireless Power Transfer
Venue not listedConference paper
Abstract of Lifelong Learning in the Energy Transition: Implementation of Wireless Power Transfer
Educational and implementation-focused work linking the energy transition with wireless power transfer.
2024
Challenges and Solutions in Modern DC Grids Part 3: Protection and Safety
Venue not listedType not listed
Abstract of Challenges and Solutions in Modern DC Grids Part 3: Protection and Safety
This paper safety and protection in a DC grid is described. It discusses overcurrent and short-circuit protection as well as new methods to make human interaction with the DC safer. The various protection methods must be built into all energy-producing devices that are connected to the DC grid. The …
2024
Challenges and Solutions in Modern DC Grids Part 2: Control and Converters
Venue not listedType not listed
Abstract of Challenges and Solutions in Modern DC Grids Part 2: Control and Converters
The control in the DC grid is done via power electronics converters. The bidirectional powerflow is dependent on the level of the DC grid voltage and is controlled by the same converters that also have to control the voltage level in the DC grid. The two main power converters, the Interlink and the …
2024
Online Course Development for eVehicle Motor Control
Venue not listedType not listed
Abstract of Online Course Development for eVehicle Motor Control
There are numerous undergraduate and graduate courses on electric motor control, some of them including detailed practical assignments. The knowledge and practical skills of embedded control and power electronics is mandatory for these practical assignments. Understanding the basics of motor control…
2024
Challenges and Solutions in Modern DC Grids Part 1: Architecture and Definitions
ISETC 2024Conference paper
Abstract of Challenges and Solutions in Modern DC Grids Part 1: Architecture and Definitions
Part 1 of a structured DC-grid series covering architecture, definitions, and conceptual foundations for modern DC infrastructures.
2024
Structuur, regeling en beveiliging in een DC-net
Venue not listedMagazine article
Abstract of Structuur, regeling en beveiliging in een DC-net
Dutch article on DC-network structure, regulation, and protection, including droop control, short-circuit and earth-leakage protection, soft-start, islanding, and topologies.
2024
Designing a Modular ELV Motor Driver for High Current Sensor Less Motor Control
Venue not listedConference paper
Abstract of Designing a Modular ELV Motor Driver for High Current Sensor Less Motor Control
Motor-driver design with emphasis on modularity and high-current sensorless operation.
2024
Educational Hardware Trainer for Teaching Dual Active Bridge Control Principles
Venue not listedConference paper
Abstract of Educational Hardware Trainer for Teaching Dual Active Bridge Control Principles
Educational hardware focused on Dual Active Bridge control principles.
2024
Bachelor Course Development on Electrical Energy Transition
Venue not listedConference paper
Abstract of Bachelor Course Development on Electrical Energy Transition
Course-development work around the electrical energy transition.
2023
Stand-alone DC Nano-Grid for a Tiny House with Droop Control
Venue not listedType not listed
Abstract of Stand-alone DC Nano-Grid for a Tiny House with Droop Control
There are many rural communities worldwide, that do not have access to a public utility grid. A solar powered DC Nano-grid could provide a minimum electric grid for powering essential appliances, such as lighting and cooking. In this paper a Tiny House using a DC Nano-grid is presented. It includes …
2023
DC Grid Droop Control for Charging Electric Boats
Venue not listedType not listed
Abstract of DC Grid Droop Control for Charging Electric Boats
Charging of recreational electric boats is becoming challenging, because of the huge amount of AC power to be transferred through the AC grid. The two main problems with the AC grid, are the voltage drop because of high charging currents through a single power line, and the therewith associated powe…
2023
Low-Cost Converter Design to Interface Solar to Inductive Cooking in Rural Areas
Venue not listedType not listed
Abstract of Low-Cost Converter Design to Interface Solar to Inductive Cooking in Rural Areas
To improve the quality of life in remote rural areas, electrification is of importance. Electrification using solar panels, for lighting and charging mobile phones, is already taking place. Especially air pollution during cooking on wood-powered stoves, can and should be replaced by cooking on solar…
2023
EDUCATIONAL SWITCHED MODE POWER SUPPLY TEST BENCH, FOR LABORATORY EXPERIMENTS AND TEACHING
EDULEARN proceedingsConference paper
Abstract of EDUCATIONAL SWITCHED MODE POWER SUPPLY TEST BENCH, FOR LABORATORY EXPERIMENTS AND TEACHING
Appears in: EDULEARN23 Proceedings Publication year: 2023Pages: 5787-5797ISBN: 978-84-09-52151-7ISSN: 2340-1117doi: 10.21125/edulearn.2023.1514Conference name: 15th International Conference on Education and New Learning TechnologiesDates: 3-5 July, 2023Location: Palma, SpainAppears in: EDULEARN23 Proceedings Publication year: 2023Pages: 5787-5797ISBN: 978-84-09-52151-7ISSN: 2340-1117doi: 10.21125/edulearn.2023.1514Conference name: 15th International Conference on Education and New Learning TechnologiesDates: 3-5 July, 2023Location: Palma, Spain
2023
Configurable Educational DC System Trainer Combining Universal Code and Hardware
Venue not listedType not listed
Abstract of Configurable Educational DC System Trainer Combining Universal Code and Hardware
Increasing energy demand requires the application of smart Direct current [DC] grids. To empower the creation of these DC systems the need of a smart converter is required. This paper proposes a smart and configurable educational code using a half-bridge topology as a converter. The Universal One Le…
2023
Educational Power Logger for Electrical Machines Laboratory Experiments
Venue not listedType not listed
Abstract of Educational Power Logger for Electrical Machines Laboratory Experiments
Measurements in electrical machines and drives laboratory for undergraduate and graduate courses are mostly carried out using dedicated oscilloscopes. Important in electric drive experiments, is the visualization of three-phase voltages and currents. However, visualization of two-phase vector quanti…
2023
The Development of an Universal Six Leg Inverter for Electrical Drives Laboratory Experiments
Venue not listedType not listed
Abstract of The Development of an Universal Six Leg Inverter for Electrical Drives Laboratory Experiments
To set-up an educational electric drives laboratory with industrial motors, power electronics is required, not only for control, but also for regenerating the drive energy. Undergraduate and graduate students can first practice the behavior of the electric drive in simulation. After passing the simu…
2023
FPGA Based Data Acquisition for DC Grids
Venue not listedConference paper
Abstract of FPGA Based Data Acquisition for DC Grids
Data-acquisition design for DC-grid environments using FPGA-based architecture.
2023
Teaching Power Electronics Using Modeling and Simulation
Venue not listedConference paper
Abstract of Teaching Power Electronics Using Modeling and Simulation
Use of modeling and simulation to improve power-electronics teaching.
2023
Development of a Universal Six-Leg Inverter for Electrical Drives Laboratory Experiments
Venue not listedConference paper
Abstract of Development of a Universal Six-Leg Inverter for Electrical Drives Laboratory Experiments
Universal six-leg inverter platform for electrical-drives laboratory use.
2022
Distribution Of Renewable Energy In Light-Rail Traction Grids
2022 International Symposium on Electronics and Telecommunications (ISETC)Conference paper
Abstract of Distribution Of Renewable Energy In Light-Rail Traction Grids
Electric powered Light-Rail is considered as a green sustainable alternative for public transport in highly dense populated areas. However, in the electrical-energy-transition, the power source should be renewable. Solar farms, and solar modules on public buildings in the inner city, could be this r…
2022
Educational Laboratory Demonstrator for Teaching Dual Active Bridge Control Principles
Venue not listedType not listed
Abstract of Educational Laboratory Demonstrator for Teaching Dual Active Bridge Control Principles
The Dual Active Bridge is actively deployed in DC grids, to control the power flow and connect DC grids with different voltage levels. Galvanic isolation and bidirectional operation are the two main properties but control and modulation of both bridges can be complex. Therefore an educational demons…
2022
A low cost implementation of a dual-stage interleaved bidirectional boost converter
2022 International Conference on Electrical, Computer and Energy Technologies (ICECET)Conference paper
Abstract of A low cost implementation of a dual-stage interleaved bidirectional boost converter
This paper describes the design and verification of a converter that allows bidirectional energy flow between a 48 volt battery storage system and a 350 volt DC grid. Multiple converter designs are discussed, leading to the selection of multiple parallel dual-stage bidirectional synchronous buck-boo…
2022
Education and Simulation for Electric and Mechatronic Systems in Renewable Energy
Venue not listedType not listed
2022
Structuring a Switched Mode Power Supply Course, Part I: Lectures
2022 45th Jubilee International Convention on Information, Communication and Electronic Technology (MIPRO)Conference paper
Abstract of Structuring a Switched Mode Power Supply Course, Part I: Lectures
A power electronics course on switched mode power supplies is impossible without a hands-on experience. Training in industry is almost always done using a hands-on approach, where the students learn by doing. Traditional Bachelor and Master courses on switched mode power supplies are mainly divided …
2022
Structuring a Switched Mode Power Supply Course, Part II: Laboratory
2022 45th Jubilee International Convention on Information, Communication and Electronic Technology (MIPRO)Conference paper
Abstract of Structuring a Switched Mode Power Supply Course, Part II: Laboratory
The practical experience gained in a power electronics course on switched mode power electronics is crucial in understanding why the design of these converters requires special attention. Not only the correct connection and parameters of components in the schematic on a printed circuit board is impo…
2022
Droop Control in DC Grids for Kitchen Appliances to avoid Power Congestion
2022 8th International Conference on Control, Decision and Information Technologies (CoDIT)Conference paper
Abstract of Droop Control in DC Grids for Kitchen Appliances to avoid Power Congestion
To avoid power congestion in a DC grid, droop control based on voltage signaling is applied for a kitchen application. Using static droop characteristics, the maximum amount of power allowed or available can be regulated. A typical design process is to first define the droop characteristics in a des…
2022
Universal power electronics hardware trainer for teaching the DC grid
ICECCME 2022Conference paper
Abstract of Universal power electronics hardware trainer for teaching the DC grid
Universal power-electronics hardware trainer for DC-grid education.
2021
Educational Set-up for Brushless Motor Drives
2021 17th Conference on Electrical Machines, Drives and Power Systems (ELMA)Conference paper
Abstract of Educational Set-up for Brushless Motor Drives
Traditionally the brushed DC motor is the first motor that students encounter in a laboratory assignments on electrical drives. However a number of simplifications are taken into account when explaining the workings of the brushed DC motor. Considering basic knowledge of electromagnetic principles, …
2021
Teaching Field Oriented Control using Animation
2021 17th Conference on Electrical Machines, Drives and Power Systems (ELMA)Conference paper
Abstract of Teaching Field Oriented Control using Animation
Teaching the principles of control of electrical machines is a tedious job. Especially the required knowledge that has to be transmitted to the student is large, before a complete overview of the whole topic can be made. Also a solid background in both electrical machine dynamic behavior as well as …
2021
Power electronics and drives laboratory learning environment for electric vehicles
Venue not listedType not listed
Abstract of Power electronics and drives laboratory learning environment for electric vehicles
The popularity of electric vehicles as a study object among students in the engineering sector is rising. Although there is a wide variety of educational textbooks and training material for theory, the choice of a laboratory setup for motor control is limited, too large, and costly. Technical traine…
2021
Auto-Resonant Detection Method for Optimized ZVS Operation in IPT Systems With Wide Variation of Magnetic Coupling and Load
IEEE Open Journal of the Industrial Electronics SocietyJournal article
Abstract of Auto-Resonant Detection Method for Optimized ZVS Operation in IPT Systems With Wide Variation of Magnetic Coupling and Load
In wireless charging systems, the H-bridge converter’s switching frequency is set close to the system’s natural resonance for achieving optimized zero voltage switching (ZVS). Variations to the system’s natural resonance are commonly tracked by following the changes in the resonant current’s polarit…
2021
Educational Droop Control Laboratory Setup
2021 International Conference on Electrical, Computer, Communications and Mechatronics Engineering (ICECCME)Conference paper
Abstract of Educational Droop Control Laboratory Setup
Power congestion management problems can be solved with droop control in DC microgrids. This requires a grid controller capable of controlling current. An extension has been made for a universal half-bridge educational power electronics trainer called the Universal Four Leg, for application as a gri…
2021
Laboratory setup for teaching DC grid droop control and protection
Venue not listedType not listed
Abstract of Laboratory setup for teaching DC grid droop control and protection
Low voltage DC grids are gaining attention to replace traditional AC grids in home and office. Especially protection and power congestion management is better utilized in a DC grid. The paper discusses the requirements on a hardware laboratory setup, to teach the basic principles as well the applica…
2021
Retrofitting AC Cables to DC for Public Lighting, Reflections and Transients During Switching
ECOCITY 2021Conference paper
Abstract of Retrofitting AC Cables to DC for Public Lighting, Reflections and Transients During Switching
Reflections and transients while retrofitting AC cables to DC for public lighting.
2021
A low voltage DC nanogrid for a self-sustainable tuk-tuk
ECOCITY 2021Conference paper
Abstract of A low voltage DC nanogrid for a self-sustainable tuk-tuk
Low-voltage DC nanogrid for a self-sustainable tuk-tuk.
2021
Droop Control in DC Grids using the Universal Four Leg as Laboratory Setup
AIUE 2021Conference paper
Abstract of Droop Control in DC Grids using the Universal Four Leg as Laboratory Setup
Droop control in DC grids using the Universal Four Leg as a laboratory setup.
2021
Switching Power Supplies in DC Grids: The Smart Current Limiter
AIUE 2021Conference paper
Abstract of Switching Power Supplies in DC Grids: The Smart Current Limiter
Smart current limiter concepts for switching power supplies in DC grids.
2020
Sustainable E-Bike Charging Station That Enables AC, DC and Wireless Charging from Solar Energy
EnergiesJournal article
Abstract of Sustainable E-Bike Charging Station That Enables AC, DC and Wireless Charging from Solar Energy
If electric vehicles have to be truly sustainable, it is essential to charge them from sustainable sources of electricity, such as solar or wind energy. In this paper, the design of solar powered e-bike charging station that provides AC, DC and wireless charging of e-bikes is investigated. The charg…
2020
Structuring, Controlling and Protecting the DC Grid
Venue not listedType not listed
Abstract of Structuring, Controlling and Protecting the DC Grid
The structure of a DC grid enables control and protection in a different way, as usually employed in AC grids. Power electronic converters combine the control and protection. The structure of the DC grid is also determined by the type of power electronic converters being centralized or decentralized…
2020
Compensation Network for a 7.7 kW Wireless Charging System that Uses Standardized Coils
Venue not listedType not listed
Abstract of Compensation Network for a 7.7 kW Wireless Charging System that Uses Standardized Coils
Industrial wireless charging systems use standardized coils to guarantee interoperability between different manufacturers. In combination with these coils, the compensation network can still be designed and optimized. This paper explains the step-by-step design of the compensation network for a 7.7 …
2020
Electronic Learning Experience Setup : Power Electronics and Electrical Drive Education
Venue not listedType not listed
Abstract of Electronic Learning Experience Setup : Power Electronics and Electrical Drive Education
A method to teach and instruct the workings of power electronics and electrical drives is presented. The combination and interaction between oral lectures and practical laboratory assignments is presented, as well as the required tools. The structure of the course should consist of individual sectio…
2020
Quality Factor Based Design Guideline for Optimized Inductive Power Transfer
Venue not listedType not listed
Abstract of Quality Factor Based Design Guideline for Optimized Inductive Power Transfer
In high-power wireless battery charging that uses inductive power transfer, a considerable amount of power losses are located in the transmitter and receiver coils because they carry high resonant currents and typically have a loose coupling between them which increases eddy current losses. Therefor…
2020
Auto-resonant Control of the H-Bridge Resonant Converter for Inductive Power Transfer Applications
Venue not listedType not listed
Abstract of Auto-resonant Control of the H-Bridge Resonant Converter for Inductive Power Transfer Applications
In inductive power transfer applications that use resonant compensation networks, the commonly employed H-bridge inverter should be kept operating in soft-switching to ensure high power efficiency and low irradiated electromagnetic noise. To achieve so, the zero-crossing detection circuit for the re…
2020
Electronic Learning Experience Setup: Power Electronics and Electrical Drive Education
MIPRO 2020Conference paper
Abstract of Electronic Learning Experience Setup: Power Electronics and Electrical Drive Education
Electronic learning-experience setup for power-electronics and electrical-drive education.
2019
Survey on Standards and Regulations for Wireless Charging of Electric Vehicles
Venue not listedType not listed
Abstract of Survey on Standards and Regulations for Wireless Charging of Electric Vehicles
In the next decades, the number of electric vehicles (EVs) for private use is predicted to increase considerably. Charging the EVs through wireless power transfer (WPT), i.e. wireless charging, has the potential to shorten charging duration of EVs batteries through dynamic charging and it would also…
2019
Advantages and Tuning of Zero Voltage Switching in a Wireless Power Transfer System
Venue not listedType not listed
Abstract of Advantages and Tuning of Zero Voltage Switching in a Wireless Power Transfer System
In charging applications, wireless power transfer (WPT) is mostly used in the form of inductive power transfer with magnetic resonant coupling. Therefore, both the transmitter and the receiver coils are combined with capacitors, such that only active power is transferred. To evaluate the operation o…
2019
Requirements on Power Electronics for converting Kitchen Appliances from AC to DC
Venue not listedType not listed
Abstract of Requirements on Power Electronics for converting Kitchen Appliances from AC to DC
The main power source for kitchen appliances for cooking and heating in Europe is natural gas. Since fossil fuels are limited, an energy transition is taking place from fossil fuel supply towards renewable energy such as solar and wind power. Kitchen appliances for cooking and heating have to be con…
2018
Educational setup for Power Electronics and IoT
Venue not listedType not listed
Abstract of Educational setup for Power Electronics and IoT
In this paper we will present a method to facilitate bachelor students with educational laboratory setups which they can use to build fully operational mechatronic and power electronic systems in the spirit of the internet of things. First we will examine all required components and their position i…
2018
DC grid laboratory experimental setup
Venue not listedType not listed
Abstract of DC grid laboratory experimental setup
In this paper a power electronics converter is described that is developed for educational purposes, considering topologies and power transfer for general applications. The considered topology is first evaluated by students via simulation. Secondly, using an experimental setup and regulation via a l…
2018
DC — Readiness of a vacuum cleaner
Venue not listedType not listed
Abstract of DC — Readiness of a vacuum cleaner
This paper proposes a way to supply a vacuum cleaner from a DC grid instead from an AC grid. Problems caused by the transition from an AC supply to a DC supply will be discussed, like the high inrush current during turn-on and the arc that occurs when a mechanical switch is used to turn-off. These p…
2018
Combined DC/AC supply on a single distribution cable
Venue not listedType not listed
Abstract of Combined DC/AC supply on a single distribution cable
A commonly used low voltage power cable in The Netherlands has four main conductors for distribution and additionally four smaller sized conductors for powering public lighting or other services. This cable is called the combined-cable. In practice, two AC distribution grids are in parallel in a sin…
2018
Brushed universal motor controller for DC-grids
Venue not listedType not listed
Abstract of Brushed universal motor controller for DC-grids
In this paper we discuss the DC readiness of a typical household appliance, the vacuum cleaner. Traditional vacuum cleaners which are connected to the AC single phase grid contain a brushed DC series motor. For a transition towards a DC grid, one would think that the DC series motor should operate d…
2015
Second step to full DC-potential: DC grid efficiency for Home Owners Associations
Venue not listedType not listed
Abstract of Second step to full DC-potential: DC grid efficiency for Home Owners Associations
The Energy Agreement for Sustainable Growth (2013, Social and Economic Council) is a long term policy perspective, to bind a sustainable energy supply to sustainable economic growth in the Netherlands. In this agreement, two major targets are directly related to energy. Firstly, an annual saving in …
2010
Lifetime estimation with thermal models of semiconductors
Venue not listedType not listed
Abstract of Lifetime estimation with thermal models of semiconductors
Lifetime of power electronics is seriously limited by the thermal ambience and therefore a detailed thermal design on power electronics is desirable. For evaluating the lifetime of power electronics, information is required on the thermal cycling of the power electronics components. Especially the s…
2010
Thermal models for semiconductors
Venue not listedType not listed
Abstract of Thermal models for semiconductors
The power electronics circuits are seriously limited by the thermal ambience and therefore a detailed thermal design on power electronics is desirable. Especially the semiconductors are vulnerable to a high temperature and thermal cycling. The overview of power semiconductors switches as an effects …
2009
Modeling of a Taiwan fuel cell powered scooter
Venue not listedType not listed
Abstract of Modeling of a Taiwan fuel cell powered scooter
This paper discusses the importance of a simulation study of the Taiwan Electrical Fuel Cell Power Scooter. This study applies a more detailed modeling which is complex as existing modeling methods, yet not more difficult to solve numerically. In most simulation studies, the influence of non-lineari…
2008
Efficient electrothermal simulation of power electronics for hybrid electric vehicle
Venue not listedType not listed
Abstract of Efficient electrothermal simulation of power electronics for hybrid electric vehicle
An IGBT module is an essential part of any hybrid electric vehicle. In turn, its thermal management happens to be crucial in order to reach high reliability coupled with high efficiency. In the present work, a methodology based on Krylov based model reduction is employed to generate automatically an…
2007
Efficient integrated control for chattering phenomena of a motion control system in sliding mode
Research Repository (Delft University of Technology)Repository entry
2006
Challenges and Advances in Simulation
Venue not listedType not listed
Abstract of Challenges and Advances in Simulation
This paper shows the latest development and directions in power electronic simulations. One of them is visualization of the simulation results and “freeze and go back” feature is here introduced. As typical power electronics system analyses consist of many aspects and it is multidisciplinary an open…
2006
Modeling and simulation for wind energy
Data Archiving and Networked Services (DANS)Repository entry
2006
INTEGRATED SIMULATION OF MECHANICS, ELECTRONICS AND CONTROL
IFAC Proceedings VolumesConference paper
2002
New web-based interactive e-learning in power electronics and electrical machines
Venue not listedType not listed
Abstract of New web-based interactive e-learning in power electronics and electrical machines
This paper introduces a new software tool for teaching power electronics and electrical machines. The tool consists of HTML text where small programs in form of Java-applets are inserted which are used for interactive animation, simulation and design of power electronic circuits and/or electrical ma…
2002
Large signal and small signal modeling techniques for AC-AC power converters
Venue not listedType not listed
Abstract of Large signal and small signal modeling techniques for AC-AC power converters
In literature several methods are presented for modeling the large and small signal behavior of switching DC power converters. In this paper, a survey of methods applicable for AC switching power converters is made. For small signal analysis the 'rotating frame of reference' is discussed. The result…
2002
Multilevel modeling and simulation of power electronic systems
European Conference on Power Electronics and ApplicationsConference paper
2002
Steady-state analysis and sampled data modeling of AC power converters using the MNA method. (modified nodal analysis)
European Conference on Power Electronics and ApplicationsConference paper
No publications match these filters.