All Research Themes at the Institute for Energy Systems. Applied Superconductivity Superconductivity is broadly recognised for its contribution to solving key research and societal challenges in Energy and Healthcare sectors. This theme includes research into the synthesis, characterisation and understanding of superconducting materials, as well as the design, modelling and testing of superconducting devices. Electrical Power Conversion This theme focusses on converting energy from one form into electrical energy using electrical machines and power electronics. Energy Policy, Economics and Innovation The Energy Policy, Economics and Innovation theme addresses the economic and policy aspects of energy systems, combining together expertise on applied economics, innovation theory, energy system organisations and institutions, and the wider policy and regulatory context of energy. Energy Storage and Carbon Capture The aim of the group is to develop cost-competitive technologies for electricity and thermal energy storage. The work ranges from the development of the storage technologies to their integration into the wider energy system. Energy and Climate Change Understanding the interactions between energy generation and climate is crucial to providing a resilient and secure energy supply in the future. Fluid Mechanics Our research in fluid mechanics aims at developing new knowledge and technology to decarbonise our society; to combat climate change and its impacts; to enable secure, affordable and clean energy; and to conserve and sustainably use the oceans and seas. Offshore Renewable Energy This research theme focusses on offshore renewable energy research and development ranging from resource assessment and prediction, to converter design, optimisation and control. Power Systems Privatisation and deregulation of the electricity industry together with increasing penetrations of renewable and gas-fired generation have created a variety of technical and economic issues that must be addressed. These issues are separated into 5 research areas. Wind Energy This research theme focusses on the research and development of both onshore and offshore wind energy. Our wind energy research covers topics such as powertrain and generator design and modelling, grid integration, aerodynamics and hydrodynamic modelling and testing of floating turbines, blade design and analysis, power-to-X methodologies, condition and structural health monitoring of turbines and life cycle assessments of wind energy. This article was published on 2024-09-16
