Modeling, control and diagnostics of electrochemical energy storage systems, and advanced high-efficiency static power converters and electric drives for industrial and electric propulsion applications.

In accordance with the scientific needs of the Department of Electrical, Electronic and Information Engineering (DIEI), the candidate will be expected to carry out research activities in the fields of electrochemical energy storage systems, static power converters, and electric drives. In particular, the research activity will focus on multi-physics modeling, optimization and control of high-performance energy storage systems, as well as on the design of highly reliable and safe Battery Management Systems (BMS) based on advanced state estimation, monitoring, and diagnostic algorithms. The research activity will also include the development of high-efficiency static power converters for energy and charging infrastructures, as well as the design and control of electric drives for industrial applications and electric propulsion systems, characterized by high efficiency and superior dynamic performance.