Development and testing of power electronics for energy and mobility
The AIT Power Electronics Laboratory offers development, testing and validation of modern energy converters, grid technologies and power electronic systems. It provides a highly flexible and realistic environment that also includes virtual hardware-in-the-loop methods, which are crucial for the next generation of sustainable energy infrastructures, electric drives and smart grids.
A particular highlight of the laboratory is its ability to precisely replicate complex operating conditions, from virtual design to hardware and software integration, thereby significantly accelerating development processes. The infrastructure enables:
- Development, testing and optimisation of low-voltage and medium-voltage power electronics to ensure maximum efficiency, robustness and grid compatibility
- Validation of power electronic systems for mobile applications, including drive converters, chargers and DC/DC converters
- Grid-forming demonstrations in AC and DC grids to explore new operating strategies for stable, resilient and fully power electronics-based grids
- Investigation of the interaction between decentralised energy sources, storage systems and consumers in dynamic grid scenarios
The laboratory is used to develop and construct power electronic systems and is an integral part of system commissioning tests. This ensures that new power electronic systems meet the highest safety, efficiency and quality standards. The additional ability to simulate both AC and DC grid environments realistically allows for the analysis and further development of future operating modes of grids that are completely dominated by power electronics.
Through close cooperation with industry partners, research institutions and network operators, the Power Electronics Laboratory makes a key contribution to the transformation of modern energy and mobility systems. Its development, testing and validation services help manufacturers bring innovative products to market faster while increasing the reliability and sustainability of energy supply. With its state-of-the-art infrastructure and in-depth expertise in power electronics and microgrid operation, the laboratory is making a significant contribution to the electrification, digitalisation and decarbonisation of future energy systems.
