As technology evolves, many existing power system components are not equipped to handle modern demands and are extremely slow to replace. One of the components of focus that we are innovating to help ensure the resilience of our energy systems are SSTs.
Our current research is developing advanced power converters and substations that are controllable and modular. We are also exploring new materials and designs that ensure these systems are reliable and long-lasting, with added focus on improving how they manage heat. Our research includes developing smaller and more efficient capacitors and inductors, as well as powerful semiconductor switches that can operate quickly and efficiently. Furthermore, we aim to create SSTs that are programmable and responsive, making them lighter and more compact than traditional systems.
We are setting ambitious targets, aiming for a power density of 10 kVA, 20 W/cm³, and efficiency levels of over 99%, making it our goal to revolutionize how energy is transferred, pushing it to be more flexible and resilient.
Project Highlights
This project is designing an SST with the functionality to protect itself and other components in an electrical grid from the damaging effects cause by long time frame common mode voltages, such as High-Altitude Electromagnetic Pulses (HEMP) or Geomagnetic Disturbances (GMD).
This project is fabricating modular, high-power density, single-stage SST prototypes that utilizes custom-fabricated Silicon Carbide (SiC) BiDFETs.
Partnership Opportunities
We are actively seeking partners to collaborate on our innovative projects aimed at enhancing the resilience and efficiency of energy systems. If you are interested in joining us in this important work, we invite you to explore the available partnership opportunities by getting in touch with us. Together, we can drive advancements in technology and create a more secure energy future.
Utility-Scale Solid-State Transformers