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PhD in INGEGNERIA ELETTRICA / ELECTRICAL

ENGINEERING - 35th cycle

Number of scholarship offered 7

Department DIPARTIMENTO DI ENERGIA

Description of the PhD Programme

The PhD Programme in Electrical Engineering is based on both courses and research in any fieldof the Electrical Engineering: from electric power systems to electrical machines, drives andautomation, from basic electromagnetics to electric measurements and signal processing.Research is carried out according to the guidance provided by the research groups at both theDipartimento di Energia (DERG) and the Dipartimento di Elettronica, Informazione eBioingegneria (DEIB), where the PhD student will be hosted. Courses are delivered at either the Bovisa-Lambruschini or the Leonardo Politecnico Campuses.

The Programme includes advanced training and research in the following fields:

A) Circuits and Electromagnetics: This field is meant to provide basic knowledge of methods inelectrical engineering for power applications. Students are specifically trained to develop criticalability and innovative approaches. The training method encourages the development ofdiscussion and debating skills in a team environment. The main research and training subjectsare: nonlinear networks and periodic time-variant networks; analysis methods for three-phase andmultiphase systems; switching circuits; electromagnetic field equations and numerical analysis;electromagnetic compatibility

B) Power Systems: A PhD in the field of Power Systems deals with the following subjects:electrical energy production (e.g., frequency and voltage control, protections, renewable energysources, Dispersed Generation, Microgrids); electrical energy transmission (e.g., power systemanalysis, real and reactive power optimization, security and stability, integration of renewables);electricity markets (e.g., models, ancillary services, regulations); power quality and Smart Grids(e.g., harmonic distortion, active filters, UPS, interruptions and voltage dips, DC distribution),electric transportations.

C) Electric machines and drives: This research field is strictly related to the rising demand forimproved machine and converter performance, in terms of low price, efficiency, robustness,dynamic response and drive control. This need leads to device optimization and improved designand testing criteria. Moreover, a system approach is required for accurate integration of technical

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and economic aspects. The main subjects in this field are: new materials; novel magneticstructures; methodologies of model development for design and operating analysis; optimizationprocedures; finite elements code, simulation programs and environments for device study; controlsystem definition.

D) Measurements: This research field concentrates on the fundamentals of metrology,particularly with respect to characterization of modern measurement systems based on complexdigital signal processing structures. Some of the main subjects of study are: measurementmethodology as it relates to power systems, including medium and high voltage systems andcomponents, as well as both digital and analog signal processing. Methodologies andmeasurement systems associated with industrial automation and, in particular, microelectronicsensor applications, distributed structures and advanced methods and algorithms formaintenance-oriented diagnosis of complex systems are investigated in detail.

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Research Field: CONVERTERS, ELECTRICAL MACHINES AND DRIVES

Monthly net income of PhDscholarship (max 36 months)

€ 1300.0In case of a change of the welfare rates during the three-year period, the amount could be modified.

Context of the research activity

Motivation and objectives of the researchin this field

Sizing and operation modelling of static devices(transformers and electronic converters) andelectromechanical components (standard and specialrotating electrical machines), aimed to improveperformances and energy efficiency.Design, development,control and testing of electrical drives and of machineswith novel, patented configuration (*), for the energyproduction from renewable sources (wind,hydro).Coordinated employ and control of static androtating components for the optimized production, controland exploitation of electric energy.Microgrids andsynthetic inertia: analysis and control.(*)http://www.ricerca.polimi.it/index.php?id=3821

Methods and techniques that will bedeveloped and used to carry out theresearch

Development of algorithms for design and operationmodelling of electromagnetic, electromechanical andelectronics components. Definition of control techniquesand schemes to optimize the performances of electricaldrives. Experimental activities for parameter identificationand validation tests.

Educational objectives

Refinement of skills in design and optimization ofcomponents and drives. Assistance in development ofmodels of complex electromechanical and electronicsystems. Training in actively contributing to the projectteam, both in academic researches and in activities withindustrial partners.

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Job opportunities R&D Italian Firms, University career.

Composition of the research group

1 Full Professors1 Associated Professors1 Assistant Professors2 PhD Students

Name of the research directors Antonino Di Gerlando

Contacts

[email protected] phone: 02 23993722http://www.cmael.it

Additional support - Financial aid per PhD student per year (gross amount)

Housing - Foreign Students

1st year 2nd year 3rd year1500.0 €

per student1500.0 €


per student

max number of financial aid available: 1, given in order of merit (onlyfor students without scholarship)..

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per student


Additional information: educational activity, teaching assistantship, computer availability, desk availability,any other information

Educational activities:Financial aid per PhD student is available for purchase of study books and material, funding forparticipation in courses, summer schools, workshops and conferences, instrumentations andcomputer, etc. The amount is about Euro 3.100,00.

Teaching assistantship:Availability of funding in recognition of supporting teaching activities by the PhD student. Thereare various forms of financial aid for activities of support to the teaching practice. The PhDstudent is encouraged to take part in these activities, within the limits allowed by the regulations.

Premiality:Premialities will be recognized to the PhD candidate, up to Euro 1.500,00 (gross amount, aftercompletion of the II year) and up to Euro 2.500,00 (gross amount, after completion of the III year),provided that she/he demonstrates a significant contribution to the growth of scientific excellence,the industrial valorization of research, the networking and communication activities of theDepartment. More details about this program will be provided by PhD Program Steering

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Committee.

Computer availability: individual use.Desk availability: individual use.

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Research Field: ELECTRIC POWER CONVERSIONS AND SYSTEMS





The research field is mainly divided in two maincategories: the first is related to automotive applicationswhile the second one is related to renewable energies andtheir integration in power systems.For the first point, the innovation in automotive are drivenby developing of electric propulsion and storage systems.In this scenario the research is mainly focused in: i)studying, designing and modelling innovative powerconverters for traction drives and onboard electricactuators; ii) studying and modelling of storage systemsoptimizing their use for transportation.For the second point, nowadays, converter-interfacedpower sources (which include also electrical energystorage devices) are spreading throughout the powergrids (at high, medium, and low voltage levels). Moreover,electrical drives are increasingly gaining importance, alsobecause they foster energy efficiency.In this context, some of the major objectives of theresearch activity are: (i) the modelling of static electricalenergy conversion devices; (ii) the modelling ofelectromechanical devices (e.g., rotating machines,switches); (iii) the design of innovative control strategiesto optimally exploit renewable sources, storagecapabilities, and to improve load behaviour and dynamicresponses; (iv) the design of optimal managementstrategies of the various resources making up micro-gridsor portion of a power systems.

Methods and techniques that will be The methods that will be used to perform the research1 / 3

developed and used to carry out theresearch

activity are based on traditional tools from mathematics,physics, circuit theory, and control theory, along with moreadvanced techniques such as model predictive control,stochastic programming, Monte Carlo theory, neuralnetworks.Development of algorithms for design and operationmodelling of electromagnetic, electromechanical andelectronics components. Definition of control techniquesand schemes to optimize the performances of electricaldrives. Experimental activities for parameter identificationand validation tests. Prototype design, realization andtest. Microcontroller and FPGA programming for powerelectronics.Design and implementation of optimization algorithm forthe coordinated (optimal) management of converter-interfaced power sources (including energy storagedevices) with respect to different objective functions (e.g.,ancillary services provision, economical benefits).


Refinement of skills in design and optimization ofcomponents and drives. Assistance in development ofmodels of complex electromechanical and electronicsystems. Training in actively contributing to the projectteam, both in academic researches and in activities withindustrial partners.

Job opportunities R&D Italian Firms, University career.



Name of the research directors Francesco Castelli Dezza, Luigi Piegari

Contacts

[email protected] phone: 02 23998455

[email protected] phone: 02 23994125

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Computer availability:Full and individual use. Desk availability:Full and individual use

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Research Field: ELECTRIC POWER SYSTEMS





Worldwide, in this area, the research is focusing on thesustainability of generation, operation of electric systemsin the presence of electricity markets and final uses ofelectricity. Therefore, one of the two main pillars of theresearch carried out at the Department of Energy in thefield of power systems includes generation from RES,Dispersed Generation, Smart Grids with storage andpower quality issues. In this regard, particular attentioncan be paid to regulatory issues and electricity markets intheir relationship to the power system analysis andcontrol, security and optimization. A second pillar dealswith final uses of electricity, such as electric systems fortransportation (railway, urban and subway applications),lighting systems, electro-thermal and electro-magneticapplications.


System modeling through modern methods based onprobabilistic procedures (Montecarlo-based), fuzzy logic,neural networks, genetic algorithms, chaos theory, gametheory and other theory system analysis, together withtraditional mathematical tools and programming.For sometopics, lab activities (i.e., experimental approaches) formodel validation and characterization are included.


Prepare researchers with high scientific qualification,autonomous research ability in the Power System area:this includes specific skills in modelling of both technicaland economic issues, simulations, critical analysis and

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validation of results.

Job opportunities

The main opportunities are offered, typically, by R&Ddepartments of both small and large innovativecompanies and manufacturers, research centres,Transmission and Distribution Operators, Regulatingauthorities, Generation Companies. Finally, the academiais also an option.



Name of the research directors Alberto Berizzi

Contacts

Email: [email protected] +39 02 23993728http://www.energia.polimi.it/english/department/scheda_persona.php?id=59


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Premiality:Premialities will be recognized to the PhD candidate, up to Euro 1.500,00 (gross amount, aftercompletion of the II year) and up to Euro 2.500,00 (gross amount, after completion of the III year),provided that she/he demonstrates a significant contribution to the growth of scientific excellence,the industrial valorization of research, the networking and communication activities of the

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Department. More details about this program will be provided by PhD Program SteeringCommittee.


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Research Field: ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC MEASUREMENTS





The research activity will be focused on, but notnecessarily restricted to, the measurement of physicalquantities in complex processes, with a special attentionto the topic of distributed measurement systems. Smartsensors and innovative measurement architectures areconsidered, capable of providing reliable results byexploiting embedded measurement systems. Typicalapplication will include sensors, transducers, opticalinstrumentation, measurement algorithms andarchitectures for monitoring and diagnostic of electricalpower systems/components, smart grids and experimentsin high energy physics and magnetic confined nuclearfusion.A more recent topic in the research activity is representedby the reliability assessment. In particular, the researchwill be focused on system reliability (PV systems are anapplication) and useful life evaluation of electric andelectronic components.http://www.deib.polimi.it/eng/research-lines/details/131http://www.deib.polimi.it/eng/research-lines/details/102


Analog and Digital processing methods for measurementand uncertainty estimation for systems monitoring usingwide distributed measurement systems and smartmetering. Development of multiprocessors and dedicateddata acquisition and distributed monitoring instruments.Development of smart sensors for electrical and non-electrical quantities. Study and development of opticalinstruments, based on novel measurement methods, for

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scientific and industrial applications.


This research theme has the aim of forming a highlyqualified engineer in the field of Instrumentation andMeasurement, with specific skills on metrology,uncertainty estimation, signal processing, instrumentation,system diagnosis and electrical/non-electrical quantitymeasurements.

Job opportunities

The natural position for a PhD achieving this curriculum isany R&D position in the R&D department of instrumentmanufacturers, electric utilities, supervision of in¿fieldmeasurements and monitoring, calibration labs andresearch centers both in and outside academia.



Name of the research directors Alessandro Ferrero

Contacts

[email protected] +39 02 23993751https://www.deib.polimi.it/eng/people/dettagli/60662






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Computer availability:Full and individual use. Desk availability:Full and individual use

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Research Field: ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING AND MEASUREMENTS





The research activity in the EE area is mainly focused onthe design and simulation of electrical circuits andsystems, including novel approaches for analysis, designand testing of the main EM applications and devices,model based diagnosis of electrical power systems andcomponents, optimal signal processing, wide areamonitoring systems, non invasive diagnostics systems.Involved research areas include EM theory, OptimizationTheory and Computational intelligence techniques,Antenna Design, Wireless Sensor Networks,Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), advanced electro-magnetic field simulation and device modeling, multi-physics modeling and simulation of renewable energyproduction systems, electrical storage systems andelectrical vehicles, also in view of novel micro-gridssupplying heat and electricity, to ensure secure andefficient operation also in the presence of high penetrationof renewable generation.These research activities, even though pursued at thefundamental level are directly inspired and tested on realworld, state of the art applications.


Methods and techniques include: circuit theory,computational electromagnetics, biomimetic approaches,evolutionary algorithms and numerical techniques for theanalysis of electromagnetic field for electromechanicalsystems, device simulation and parameters extraction,modeling of nonlinear phenomena in renewable energysystems by means of mixed approaches, digital and

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optimal signal processing for non invasive diagnosis,estimation and prediction.


The aim is to form a highly qualified engineer in a highlymotivated and qualified research group, gainingexperience, knowledge and skills in cutting edgetechnologies of the power generation and energyconversion field, and microgrid design and optimizationwith possible involvement in international and EU projectsas well as in the cooperation with leading industries andR&D institutions.

Job opportunities

This research activity will qualify the candidate for futureacademic and research positions, as well as for a highlyqualified professional career in industries or organizationsoperating in the energy and electrical fields, such asAerospace, Automotive, Energy and Environment,Railways.



Name of the research directors Sonia Leva, Riccardo Zich, Gabriele D'Antona

Contacts

Email: [email protected]: +39-022399-3709Web-page: www.solartech.polimi.it

Email: [email protected]:+39 02 2399 4405Web-page: http://www.energia.polimi.it/english/research/scheda_gruppo.php?id=8

Email: [email protected] Phone:+39 02 2399 3706 Web-page: http://www.energia.polimi.it/english/research/scheda_gruppo.php?id=9


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Premiality:Premialities will be recognized to the PhD candidate, up to Euro 1.500,00 (gross amount, aftercompletion of the II year) and up to Euro 2.500,00 (gross amount, after completion of the III year),provided that she/he demonstrates a significant contribution to the growth of scientific excellence,the industrial valorization of research, the networking and communication activities of theDepartment. More details about this program will be provided by PhD Program SteeringCommittee.


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Research Field: ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY (EMC) AND CIRCUIT THEORY (CT)





Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)Research activity in the field of EMC covers the followingmain lines: a) modeling of interference effects in complexwiring structures (i.e., field-to-wire coupling and crosstalk,conducted immunity and emissions), b) statisticaltechniques for EMC estimation, c) new and/or simplifiedexperimental procedures and setups for EMC testing, d)EMC-oriented design strategies (e.g., optimized design ofEMI-filters, PCB lands, IC package and interconnects), e)EMC aspects in power electronics. All the research linesare mainly related to the Aerospace, Automotive, Energy,and Railway industry sectors.

Advanced Circuit Theory (CT)Research activity is mainly focused on the design andsimulation of electrical circuits and systems. The activitiesare: -- advanced circuit simulation methods, -- RF circuitmacro-modeling for synchronization of electrical systems,-- advanced electro-magnetic field simulation and devicemodeling, -- multi-physics modeling and simulation ofrenewable energy production systems, electrical storagesystems and electrical vehicles. These research activities,even though pursued at the fundamental level, are directlyinspired and tested on real world, state-of-the-artapplications.


Methods and techniques include: circuit theory andsimulation, multiconductor transmission line theory,statistical techniques for EMC, measurement theory and

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techniques for EMC, electromagnetic modeling, modelingand simulation (at system, unit, device and componentlevel) by means of mixed approaches, nonlineartechniques, reduced-order techniques, model-parametersextraction from measurements, etc..


The aim is to form highly qualified PhD candidates in: a)Electromagnetic Compatibility, with the ability to facecomplex EMC/EM problems in real-life electronic andelectrical systems and applications, b) numericalsimulation and analysis of electrical systems and circuits.

Job opportunities

Successful fulfillment of the research programsassociated with these Scholarships will provide PhDcandidates with the qualifications required to seekemployment in diversified industry and university sectorsin the EE field, such as Aerospace, Transportation(Automotive, Aeronautics, and Railway), Energy,Environment, etc.



Name of the research directors Sergio Pignari, Angelo Brambilla

Contacts

Email: [email protected]: +39 02 2399 3726Web-page:http://www.deib.polimi.it/ita/personale/dettagli/68176

Email: [email protected]: +39 02 2399 3681Web-page:http://www.deib.polimi.it/eng/people/details/61206






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Educational activities (purchase of study books and material, funding for participation to courses,summer schools, workshops and conferences):financial aid per PhD student During the three-year PhD programme, PhD students can make useof funds for an average amount of about ? 3.000, depending on availability.

Teaching assistantship: availability of funding in recognition of support to teaching activities by thePhD studentSeveral forms of financial aid are available for activities in support of teachingpractice.PhD students are encouraged to take part in these activities, within the limits allowed bythe regulations.

Computer availability: Full and individual use. A desktop computer will be provided at the start ofthe 1st year of the PhD programme. Desk availability: Full and individual use.

List of 5 Universities, Companies, Agencies and/or National or International Institutions that arecooperating in the research:

European Commission, Horizon 2020, MSCA ITN Action•

European Space Agency (ESA/ESTEC), Noordwijk, The Netherlands•

Schaffner EMV AG, Luterbach | Switzerland•

Dassault Systemes (Computer Simulation Technology), Vélizy-Villacoublay Cedex, France•

Hitachi, Ltd., Yokohama Research Laboratory, Japan•

Xi?an Jiaotong University (XJTU), Xi?an, China•

Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA, USA•

Université de Technologie de Belfort-Montbéliard,France•

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Research Field: MULTI-PHYSICS NUMERICAL MODELING OF HIGH VOLTAGE DIRECT

CURRENT (HVDC) CABLES





Interdisciplinary PhD Grant The PhD research will be carried out in collaboration withresearch groups of the PhD programme in "Modelli eMetodi Matematici per l'ingegneria / Mathematical Modelsand Methods in Engineering".See http://www.dottorato.polimi.it/index.php?id=242&L=1for further information.

With a growing number of installations of renewableelectric energy sources and their long distances to thecenters of electric power consumption, the use of HVDCelectric power transmission becomes mandatory. TheHVDC technology reduces the power loss in long distanceelectric energy transport in comparison to high voltagealternating current systems.Modern HVDC cable systems feature polymeric insulationmaterials, which have good electrical characteristics. Adisadvantage of these insulating materials is the possibleaccumulation of electric space charges which may resultin increased local field stresses. These can possiblydamage the insulation material and result in a failure ofthe HVDC cable transmission system.This research project focusses on the development ofsimulation models for electric field, electric charge andtemperature distribution in HVDC insulation materials innon-stationary conditions. The development of thisnumerical model is challenging because it must be able toaccurately describe different time scale phenomena,

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multiscale geometries and complex materials.


In order to develop a numerical simulation tool capable ofhandling the industrial relevant problem at hand it iscrucial to combine knowledge of the thermo-electromagnetic problem under investigation, of therequirements dictated by the engineering application andof the most advanced scientific computing methodologies.


The PhD student will become familiar with HVDCtechnology and related design challenges.The PhD student will learn how to develop multi-physicsmodels for complex systems and how to apply state-of-the-art and/or new numerical techniques to the solution of therelated equations.

Job opportunities

Successful fulfilment of the research program will providethe PhD student with interdisciplinary skills in highdemand at power cable industries operating in the fastgrowing and highly competitive market of HVDCtechnology.



Name of the research directors Prof. Luca Di Rienzo, Prof. Carlo De Falco

Contacts

Prof. Luca Di Rienzo, PhDAssociate ProfessorPolitecnico di MilanoDipartimento di Elettronica, Informazione e Bioingegneria ¿ Sezione ElettricaPiazza L. da Vinci, 32 - 20133 - Milano - ItalyE-mail: [email protected]: +39 02 2399 3748Skype: luca.di.rienzo71http://dirienzo.faculty.polimi.it/

Prof. Carlo De Falco, PhD MOX - Dept. of Mathematics Politecnico di Milano Piazza Leonardo da Vinci, 32,

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20133, Milan ¿ Italy Phone: +39 02 2399 4706 Email: [email protected]

http://www.cem.polimi.it/


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