Study

I received my master’s degree equivalent (Diplôme d’Ingénieur), from Telecom Physique Strasbourg (TPS), Illkirch-Graffenstaden, France, in 2021. My general engineering studies focused on electronics and embedded systems. I deepened my knowledge in power electronics during my exchange program at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), Germany. Since late 2021, I have been pursuing a Ph.D. as part of the Real-Time Systems for Energy Technologies (RTSET) group and Energy Lab at KIT. In 2023, I spent a semester as a visiting researcher at the FREEDM Systems Center at North Carolina State University, USA.
 

Research in RTSET

My research focuses on real-time load parameter identification for the modeling and control of distribution networks. The goal is to develop a tool that can estimate load parameters in real-time, which is essential for understanding the load behavior and enabling rapid responses to support the electrical grid, such as through demand-side management. My work involves step-by-step analysis and proof of concept implementation in a Power-Hardware in The Loop environment, where actual loads are supplied by a power amplifier simulating the grid implemented in a real-time simulator.

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Experience abroad

I had the chance to spend several months at NC State under the guidance of Dr. Ning Lu, initiating a collaboration between KIT and NC State. During my time there, I was part of a new project examining how the complexity of load models influences the dynamic studies of power systems. We developed an initial benchmark model to be used in an AI-based decision-maker tool for selecting appropriate load models based on the specific study to be conducted. This project is part of the Center for Advanced Power Engineering Research (CAPER) initiative, where a collaboration of NC State with Clemson University and Duke Energy aims at enhancing modeling realism and industry applicability.
In addition to experiencing the working atmosphere and project-oriented research at a U.S. University, I benefited from high quality lectures and interactions with other students, which helped me better understand the differences between electrical grid systems in the US and Europe.
I was impressed by the spacious campus, facilities, and wide range of activities available to students. While NC State is a prestigious university in the engineering field, I found Raleigh to be smaller than I had imagined for a North American city. This allowed me to explore and enjoy the nature, lakes, forests and state parks of North Carolina, offering a refreshing perspective and perfect balance to the academic environment.

TPS: https://www.telecom-physique.fr/
RTSET: https://www.itep.kit.edu/rtset/english/index.php
FREEDM: https://www.freedm.ncsu.edu/
CAPER: https://caper-usa.com/