Transportation and Grid-Tied Systems
Research in this area encompasses Energy, Electronics, and Controls, spanning the full spectrum of advanced technologies—from sustainable electric transportation systems and intelligent energy management to neuromorphic sensing, adaptive signal processing, and secure smart grid integration. Drawing on deep interdisciplinary strengths across computational imaging, power electronics, control systems, and AI-driven sensing, our faculty lead innovations that address critical challenges in energy resilience, electrification, and autonomous systems.
Our mission is to shape the next generation of energy and control technologies through forward-thinking research, real-world implementation, and strategic collaborations.
Below are the core areas in which we are driving innovation:
Grid Systems and Controls
Faculty Contacts: J. Wang, M. Khodayar, M. Krishnamurthy
This group covers advanced modeling, control, and real-time optimization to enable resilient, secure, and intelligent integration of distributed energy resources.
We explore advancements in enhancing the stability, resilience, and intelligence of modern power systems. From advanced control algorithms and cyber-physical system modeling to renewable integration and distributed energy resource management, we develop solutions that enable secure, efficient, and adaptive operation towards a resilient power grid.
Electrified Transportation and Automotive Technologies
Faculty Contacts: M. Krishnamurthy, J. Wang, M. Khodayar
This group focuses on power converters, electric machine design + motor control, batteries and grid integration, from a circuit level to grid integration and stability.
Our work in Electrified Transportation and Automotive Technologies is driven by cutting-edge research in power electronics, electric machine design, energy-efficient power conversion, and control strategies for next-generation transportation solutions. We focus on advancing technologies that enable safe battery storage systems, high-performance drivetrains, and robust grid-tied solutions for electric vehicles (EVs), hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), drones, and off-road platforms, including aerospace and space applications. Our research aims to enhance reliability, safety, and energy management across diverse transportation environments.
IC Design and Power Electronics
Faculty Contacts: P. Gui, M. Krishnamurthy
This group spans advanced materials, circuit design, and system integration, enabling high-efficiency power conversion, intelligent control, and scalable solutions.
Our research seeks to advance high-performance integrated circuits and power conversion systems that are compact, efficient, and reliable. We design next-generation semiconductors and power modules that support fast switching, wide-bandgap materials, and intelligent control. These technologies power a broad range of applications, from advanced sensing and communication systems to electric transportation and renewable energy platforms.
