Speakers

Biography: Professor Dr. Ismail Musirin has got 22 years of research experience in the field of Power System Engineering. He has received numerous research grants from the Ministry of Higher Education, Malaysia (MOHE) and Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation, Malaysia (MOSTI). Most of his researches dealt with the algorithms and techniques development in solving problems in Power System involving voltage stability, economic power dispatch, transient stability, distributed generation, renewable energy optimization, power system optimization and application of artificial intelligence in power system. With his vast experience in electrical engineering and artificial intelligence, he has been appointed as one of the research grant evaluators since seven years ago by the Minister of Higher Education Malaysia (MOHE). He has also been opportunity to evaluate research grant at the international level. One of the most important recognition received b him is the opportunity given by the Ministry of Security, Kazaksthan to review a research proposal from the country. Besides, he has delivered speeches on research proposals at several universities in Malaysia. 

Abstract: The integration of advanced power electronics in high-efficiency energy conversion is crucial for the development and optimization of Transparent Luminescent Solar Concentrator (TLSC) technology. This talk presents a comprehensive study on the application of state-of-the-art power electronic devices and circuits to enhance the energy conversion efficiency within TLSC systems. Key components, including high-frequency DC-DC converters, multi-level inverters, and active rectifiers, are investigated for their role in minimizing energy losses and improving overall system performance. The utilization of wide bandgap semiconductor technologies, specifically Silicon Carbide (SiC) and Gallium Nitride (GaN), is emphasized due to their superior electrical characteristics, such as high breakdown voltage, low on-resistance, and high thermal conductivity. These properties are instrumental in achieving higher switching frequencies, reduced conduction losses, and enhanced thermal management in power electronic converters. Additionally, the implementation of advanced pulse-width modulation (PWM) techniques and sophisticated control algorithms, such as model predictive control (MPC) and space vector modulation (SVM), is explored to ensure precise regulation and optimal energy transfer. The study further examines the integration of these power electronic solutions with TLSC systems, focusing on their impact on the overall efficiency, reliability, and scalability of solar concentrator applications. Experimental results and simulations demonstrate substantial improvements in energy conversion efficiency and power quality, underscoring the potential of power electronics to revolutionize TLSC technology. The findings contribute to the broader application of TLSC systems in fields such as building-integrated photovoltaics, greenhouses, and urban energy solutions, highlighting the transformative role of power electronics in advancing high-efficiency energy conversion.

Biography: Associate Professor Chonlatee Photong had been a development engineer at Sony Device Technology (Thailand) Co., Ltd. for 3 years (2002-2004) and a maintenance engineer at Seagate Technology (Thailand) for 2 years (2005-2006). He received his master’s degree of Power Electronics and Drives in 2007 and his doctoral degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering in 2013 from the University of Nottingham, United Kingdom. After his doctoral graduation, he has started working as a lecturer in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Mahasarakham University, Thailand, and experienced working as an editor-in-chief of Mahasarakham International Journal of Engineering Technology and Engineering Access since 2014, a co-editor-in-chief of Community University Engagement Journal since 2022. He had been an assistant to the President for Public Relation and International Affairs at Mahasarakham University during 2015-2018. He is currently the Deputy Dean for Administration, Graduate School, Mahasarakham University, Thailand.  He is currently the head of the Electric Automotive and Energy Technology Research Unit. His research expertise is power electronics for renewable energy and electric motor drives. He has more than 100 published research works, 15 research funds and several awards covering the innovation and research studies on a current source inverter for solar and renewable energy conversion and generation, as well as, motor control, drives and applications. He is a senior member of the IEEE PES & IES-Thailand Section.