LSU ECE Seminar Announcement and Schedule

         On Friday, 10 November 2023, 11:00 - 12:00,                   
         in Room 1245 Patrick F. Taylor Hall:                          
                                                                       
              High-performance, Intelligent Controllers for Grid-      
                    Integration of Renewable Energy Systems            
                                                                       
                                 Mehdi Farasat                         
                           Louisiana State University                  
                                                                       
         Abstract--The future standard of living hinges on our ability 
         to harness energy sustainably, with a primary focus on clean  
         sources such as wind, solar, and ocean waves. Renewable energy
         systems are pivotal in this transition, offering a promising  
         path toward reduced carbon emissions and a more sustainable   
         energy future. At the heart of these systems lie power        
         electronic converters (PECs), which play a critical role in   
         efficiently converting and integrating renewable energy into  
         the grid.                                                     
                                                                       
         PECs are far more than mere energy conversion devices. To     
         fully realize the potential of renewable energy sources, PECs 
         must facilitate dynamic control of both active and reactive   
         power, allowing for precision in managing energy output. They 
         also need to facilitate active participate of renewable energy
         resources in grid-balancing acts, taking on responsibilities  
         like frequency control. This critical function of PECs is     
         paramount to ensure the stability and reliability of the power
         grid as we transition to a more renewable-centric energy      
         landscape.                                                    
                                                                       
         The control systems governing PECs are the linchpin for       
         efficient power flow and grid management, allowing renewable  
         energy systems to not only generate clean electricity but also
         actively contribute to grid ancillary services. In this       
         presentation, we will delve into high- performance control of 
         PECs and explore strategies that ensure a seamless integration
         of renewable energy systems into the power grid.              
                                                                       
         Bio--Dr.. Mehdi Farasat (Senior Member, IEEE) received the    
         Ph.D. degree in electrical engineering from the University of 
         Nevada, Reno, in 2014. He is currently an Associate Professor 
         with the Division of Electrical & Computer Engineering. His   
         research interests are modeling and control of power          
         electronics converters in renewable energy and electrified    
         transportation systems.                                       
                                                                       
         Friday, 10 November 2023, 11:00 - 12:00                       
         Room 1245 Patrick F. Taylor Hall                              
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