Zhenxing Cheng | Motor drive | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Zhenxing Cheng | Motor drive | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Zhenxing Cheng is a dedicated researcher in electrical engineering at Harbin Institute of Technology, China. He earned his B.S. and M.S. degrees from Shandong University in 2017 and 2020, respectively. His expertise lies in parameter identification, robust control, and model predictive control of Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (PMSM). With a strong research background, he has contributed significantly to high-speed PMSM drive control technology, focusing on harmonic suppression, startup stability, and high-performance voltage regulation. His work has been validated through national and provincial-level research projects. Dr. Cheng has published numerous SCI-indexed journal papers and holds a patent in his research domain. His collaborations include contributions to The National Key R&D Plan and Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory projects. As an active member of the research community, he continues to push the boundaries of electrical engineering, driving advancements in PMSM control technology.

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Education ๐ŸŽ“

Dr. Zhenxing Cheng obtained his B.S. and M.S. degrees in Electrical Engineering from Shandong University, China, in 2017 and 2020, respectively. His academic journey has been marked by a strong foundation in electrical engineering principles, control systems, and power electronics. Currently, he is pursuing a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering at Harbin Institute of Technology (HIT), where his research focuses on advanced motor control techniques, parameter identification, and model predictive control for Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (PMSM). His education has equipped him with extensive knowledge of LCL filters, active damping, and discrete methods for current control. Dr. Cheng has actively contributed to research projects funded under The National Key R&D Plan and Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory. His rigorous academic training and research experiences have positioned him as a promising scholar in the field of electrical engineering.

Experience ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿซ

Dr. Zhenxing Cheng has extensive research experience in motor control and power electronics. He has worked on multiple national and provincial-level research projects, including The National Key R&D Plan and Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory grants. His expertise spans harmonic suppression, robust startup, and steady-state error minimization in high-speed PMSM applications. As a Ph.D. researcher, he has collaborated with leading scientists to propose improved control strategies for Permanent Magnet Synchronous Starter-Generators. His work has resulted in 12 journal publications, including SCI and Scopus-indexed papers. He has also contributed to four industry-sponsored consultancy projects and has one patent in process. Dr. Cheng is actively engaged in developing novel bilinear methods for current control and reducing back electromotive force effects in PMSM systems. His contributions continue to enhance the efficiency and reliability of motor control technologies.

Research Interests ๐Ÿ”ฌ

Dr. Zhenxing Chengโ€™s research revolves around advanced control strategies for Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (PMSM). His work focuses on parameter identification, robust control, and model predictive control techniques to enhance motor performance. He specializes in harmonic suppression, active damping, steady-state error minimization, and bilinear methods for current control. His research contributions have been validated in national and provincial-level projects, particularly in high-speed Permanent Magnet Synchronous Starter-Generator (PMS-SG) drive control. He has also explored LCL filter optimization, discrete control methods, and current harmonic reduction techniques to improve the efficiency of power systems. Dr. Cheng has published 12 journal papers and holds a patent for his innovative motor control methodologies. His research aims to develop high-performance, energy-efficient PMSM control systems, benefiting industries such as renewable energy, automotive, and aerospace. His ongoing projects continue to shape the future of motor control and power electronics.

Awards & Recognitions ๐Ÿ…

Dr. Zhenxing Cheng has received recognition for his contributions to electrical engineering research. His notable honors include funding under The National Key R&D Plan and Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory grants for his work on PMSM drive control systems. He has been acknowledged for his outstanding publications in SCI and Scopus-indexed journals, with 12 journal articles demonstrating his expertise in motor control, parameter identification, and robust control techniques. His research on harmonic suppression and high-performance voltage regulation has earned him industry collaborations and consultancy projects. He has been nominated for the Best Researcher Award for his innovative work in LCL filter optimization, active damping techniques, and model predictive control. His patent further solidifies his reputation as an emerging leader in the field. Dr. Cheng continues to push the boundaries of electrical engineering, aiming for excellence in research and technological advancements.

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Seyed Fariborz Zarei | Application of Power Electronics in Power Grid | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Seyed Fariborz Zarei | Application of Power Electronics in Power Grid | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Seyed Fariborz Zarei is an Assistant Professor in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at Qom University of Technology, Iran. He earned his B.Sc. from Amirkabir University of Technology in 2012, ranking second in his class, followed by an M.Sc. and Ph.D. from Sharif University of Technology in 2014 and 2019, respectively. In 2018, he was a Visiting Ph.D. Scholar at Aalborg University, Denmark. Since 2021, he has been a faculty member at Qom University of Technology, where he established the Power Electronics and Grid Laboratory. He has authored over 40 research papers focusing on power electronics and electrical power engineering. His research emphasizes modeling, control, protection, and stability of power grids. Dr. Zarei has received numerous awards, including the Kezemi Ashtiani Award and the “Selected Researcher” award.

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Education ๐ŸŽ“

Dr. Zarei holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering (2019) from Sharif University of Technology, focusing on inverter-based AC microgrids’ protection. He was an International Visiting Graduate Student at Aalborg University, Denmark (2018), researching power electronic-based power systems. He completed his M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering (2014) at Sharif University of Technology, specializing in microgrid protection. His B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering (2012) was from Amirkabir University of Technology, where he ranked second in the Power Systems track. His academic excellence earned him a merit-based M.Sc. admission and a Research and Technology Scholarship from the Iran National Science Foundation.

Experience ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿซ

Dr. Zarei is the Director of the Power Electronics and Grid Lab at Qom University of Technology (2022-present), leading research on DC/AC converters and power grid interactions. He has designed and implemented a 2 kVA Grid-Simulator. Previously, he was a Research Assistant at Iranโ€™s National Elites Foundation (2015-2018) and conducted experiments on inverter control at Aalborg University (2018). As a lecturer, he has taught courses on power electronics, electrical machines, reactive power control, and high-voltage substation design.

Research Interests ๐Ÿ”ฌ

Dr. Zareiโ€™s research focuses on power electronics applications in power grids, emphasizing modeling, control, protection, and stability. He investigates DC/AC converters, inverter-based AC microgrid protection, and distributed secondary control schemes. His work includes developing fault detection methods, overvoltage mitigation strategies, and high-impedance fault detection for DC microgrids. He has contributed to improving grid stability through advanced converter control techniques. His research extends to energy optimization in metro systems and power routing-based protection in HVDC grids. His findings have been published in top journals, including IEEE Transactions and Electric Power Systems Research. ๐Ÿš€

Dr. Zarei received the prestigious Kezemi Ashtiani Award from Iranโ€™s National Elite Foundation (2023) for outstanding academic and research contributions. He was recognized as the “Selected Researcher” in Electrical and Computer Engineering at Qom University of Technology (2022). He earned a Research and Technology Scholarship (2017) and was elected as a member of Iran’s National Elites Foundation (2015-2018). His academic achievements include ranking 17th in the Ph.D. KONKOOR (2014), merit-based M.Sc. admissions (2012), ranking 2nd in his B.Sc. program (2012), and securing 373rd place among 129,000 candidates in the B.Sc. KONKOOR (2008).

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