LAB19 - SmartEnergyConversion

The research group "Smart converters for emission-free mobility of the future" at the Institute of Electrical Energy Conversion (iew), University of Stuttgart, is investigating how electrical energy converters can be made more efficient, sustainable and intelligent. For this purpose, converters will be demonstrated in an application-oriented manner in emission-free energy applications for electromobility. The research objective is highly efficient and innovative power electronics with modern wide-bandgap power devices, new topologies and smart operating concepts. The results of basic research are demonstrated in an application-oriented way, for example for motor drive inverters, electrocaloric heat pumps or battery charging electronics.

Aim

The aim is the experimental research of efficient and smart energy converters for emission-free mobility by students and doctoral candidates of a new research group as part of the junior professorship “smart converters for emission-free mobility of the future. Investments in basic equipment for a power electronics laboratory make it possible to experimentally verify new theoretical and software-based approaches for highly efficient and emission-free energy converters. The Future Lab is the basis for planned research projects and transfer to Baden-Württemberg industry and to SMEs and startups.

Set-up

• Power electronics laboratory equipment for researching smart converters (48 V to over 1000 V)
• Precise electrical efficiency measurement using multi-channel power analyzer and voltage sources/load.
• Fast current and voltage measurement technology using a multi-channel oscilloscope and probes
• Safe electrical laboratory environment using high-voltage safety technology
• Control and operating concepts using signal generators and rapid prototyping

Benefit

Mid-term goals include the training of skilled professionals and the establishment of connections between research institutions (universities, ICM, other institutes), industry (automotive, energy, semiconductor sectors), SMEs, and startups. Long-term objectives involve transforming the regional (auto) mobility region of Baden-Württemberg towards emission-free and increased electrification, to strengthen regional innovation capabilities.

Further information

• News: New research group on efficient energy converters for emission-free applications (12/2023)