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Organisation profile
Introduction / mission
Welcome to our group focusing on the future of energy systems, where sustainability and energy intertwine to shape a better world. Our vision encompasses a multitude of advancements aimed at achieving a sustainable society. From renewable generation to distributed power units, electrification, and energy efficiency, we are dedicated to transforming the way we harness and utilize energy. Join us on this transformative journey as we explore innovative technologies and approaches that will power our future with clean, reliable, and efficient electricity. Together, we can create a brighter tomorrow for generations to come.
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Transforming electricity grids towards a future-proof, sustainable energy supply
Organisational profile
Grand Challenges
With the rise of renewable energy sources, the controllability of electricity production becomes more challenging. Unlike traditional power plants, renewable sources like solar and wind exhibit higher variability and intermittency. This poses a challenge in maintaining a stable and reliable electricity supply. On top of that, the amount of flexible consumption, such as demand response programs and smart grids, is expected to rise. This introduces complexity in managing and optimizing the electricity system. The ability to coordinate and incentivize flexible consumption becomes crucial to balance the supply and demand of electricity effectively. In addition, in future electric systems, decision making, and control actions will be distributed across all levels of the electricity system. This shift from centralized control to decentralized decision making requires robust communication networks, advanced data analytics, and coordination mechanisms to ensure optimal system operation and stability. As the energy landscape evolves, power flows will change direction and become more fluctuating. Distributed energy resources, including rooftop solar panels and small-scale wind turbines, introduce bidirectional power flows into the grid. These fluctuations pose challenges for grid stability, voltage regulation, and protection. Also, the transformation of the electricity system brings about new loads, such as electric vehicles and heat pumps, which increase the strain on the network infrastructure. Aging infrastructure also presents challenges in accommodating new loads and managing power fluctuations effectively. Upgrading and modernizing the network becomes essential to ensure reliability and resilience.
Addressing these challenges requires a comprehensive approach that includes technological advancements, policy frameworks, and collaborative efforts between stakeholders. Innovation in grid management, energy storage, demand-side management, and grid infrastructure will be key to building future electric systems that can adapt to changing dynamics and meet the demands of a sustainable and reliable energy future.
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
Profiles
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Wouter F. van den Akker
- Electrical Engineering, Electrical Energy Systems - University Researcher
- Electrical Engineering, Intelligent Energy Systems
Person: OWP : University Teacher / Researcher, OWP : University Teacher / Researcher
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Clint Ally
- Electrical Engineering, Electrical Energy Systems - Doctoral Candidate
Person: Prom. : doctoral candidate (PhD)
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Michail Ampatzis
- Electrical Engineering, Electrical Energy Systems - Doctoral Candidate
Person: Prom. : doctoral candidate (PhD)
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REACT-D: Reactive Power Management in the Transmission and Distribution Network TKI2221
1/06/23 → 30/05/27
Project: Research direct
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Generic Dynamic Cable Rating TKI 2121501
Slootweg, J. G., van der Wielen, P. C. J. M., Morren, J. & Yaqoob, Y.
1/01/23 → 31/12/24
Project: Research direct
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Flexible Offshore Wind Hydrogen Power Plant Module
Yang, D., Zhang, C. & Zeng, Z.
1/04/22 → 31/03/26
Project: Research direct
Research output
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33 kV cable connector failures due to shunt reactor switching by means of vacuum circuit breaker: a thorough investigation & mitigation analysis
Velitsikakis, K., van Maanen, B., Wouters, P. A. A. F., La Seta, P. & Trunk, K., 2023, (Accepted/In press) International Conference on Power Systems Transients, Thessaloniki. 7 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › Academic › peer-review
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A case study on the future changes in short circuit power to analyze the impact on voltage dips
Hoeksema, J., Torkzadeh, R., van Waes, J. B. M., Cobben, J. F. G. & Cuk, V., 2023, 27th International Conference on Electricity Distribution (CIRED 2023). Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), p. 1-5 5 p. 10267333Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › Academic › peer-review
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A Comprehensive Review of the Design and Operation Optimization of Energy Hubs and Their Interaction with the Markets and External Networks
Papadimitriou, C., Di Somma, M., Charalambous, C., Caliano, M., Palladino, V., Cortés Borray, A. F., González-Garrido, A., Ruiz, N. & Graditi, G., 2 May 2023, In: Energies. 16, 10, 46 p., 4018.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
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Equipment
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Electrical Energy Systems
A.J.M. Pemen (Manager)
Electrical Energy SystemsFacility/equipment: Research lab
Datasets
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Research Data for A Single-period OPF-based Strategy to Manage Distributed Energy Resources with Intertemporal Constraints in Low-voltage Grids
Zhan, S. (Creator), Morren, J. (Contributor), van den Akker, W. F. (Contributor), van der Molen, A. (Contributor), Paterakis, N. G. (Contributor) & Slootweg, J. G. (Contributor), 4TU.Centre for Research Data, 25 Oct 2021
DOI: 10.4121/16822393
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Prizes
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13rd International Congress on Project Engineering. (2009). Communication: “Optimización de una cartera de inversión en energías renovables: el caso español”.
Muñoz, J. I. (Recipient), Sanchez de la Nieta Lopez, Agustin (Recipient), Contreras, J. (Recipient) & Bernal-Agustín, J. L. (Recipient), 2009
Prize: Other › Discipline related › Professional
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Best Paper award? Impact of design variables on balancing markets
Frunt, Jasper (Recipient), 23 Jun 2010
Prize: Other › Career, activity or publication related prizes (lifetime, best paper, poster etc.) › Scientific
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Best Paper Award. IEEE International Conference on Smart Energy Grid Engineering (SEGE’15)
Paterakis, Nikolaos G. (Recipient), Sanchez de la Nieta Lopez, Agustin (Recipient), Ntomaris, A. V. (Recipient), Bakirtzis, A. G. (Recipient), Contreras, J. (Recipient) & Catalão, J. P. S. (Recipient), 2015
Prize: Other › Career, activity or publication related prizes (lifetime, best paper, poster etc.) › Scientific
Activities
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Real and Ideal Components
Anne Roc'h (Speaker)
1 Aug 2023Activity: Talk or presentation types › Invited talk › Scientific
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Abbau, Konservierung und Desinfektion mit Plasma Technologie
Wilfred F.L.M. Hoeben (Speaker)
18 Jul 2023Activity: Talk or presentation types › Contributed talk › Scientific
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Building and Writing an MSCA DN proposal: a Sneak-Peak in the Kitchen
Anne Roc'h (Speaker)
23 Apr 2023Activity: Talk or presentation types › Invited talk › Scientific
Press/Media
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Reports from National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology Add New Study Findings to Research in Electronics (Categorizing 15 kV High-Voltage HDPE Insulator's Leakage Current Surges Based on Convolution Neural Network Gated Recurrent ...)
28/03/23
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Expert Comment
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Investigators at Shiraz University Detail Findings in Wind Farms (Ts Fuzzy Prediction-based Svc Compensation of Wind Farms Flicker: a Dual-ukf Approach)
28/02/23
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Expert Comment
Student theses
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A Case Study on Performance Degradation of Cooling Coils in the Netherlands
Author: Sembian, S., 20 Dec 2019Supervisor: Zeiler, W. (Supervisor 1), Slootweg, H. (Supervisor 2), Schellen, H. (Supervisor 2), van den Brink, A. (Supervisor 2) & Katic, K. (Supervisor 2)
Student thesis: Master
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Agent based building energy management system for the optimal interoperation of the electric grid and the building based on the SG-BEMS framework: design, implementation and testing
Author: Xi, Y., 23 Feb 2017Supervisor: Kamphuis, I. G. (Supervisor 1) & Hurtado Munoz, L. A. (Supervisor 2)
Student thesis: Master
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Aggregators and flexibility in the Dutch electricity system
Author: Juffermans, J. K., 21 Dec 2018Supervisor: Verbong, G. P. J. (Supervisor 1), Wieczorek, A. J. (Supervisor 2) & Nguyen, H. P. (Supervisor 2)
Student thesis: Master
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