Dr Zhongfu Zhou

Lecturer in Power Electronics, Electronic and Electrical Engineering

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Dr Zhongfu Zhou is currently a lecturer in power electronics at Swansea University. His research area has been focussing on power electronics converters and applications in renewable energy, transportation, and distribution power systems.

Areas Of Expertise

Active Rectifier
Active Power Filter
EV and Wave Energy Inverters
Photovoltaic Inverters and MPPT algorithms
Photovoltaic Emulators
DSP and dSPACE based Real-Time PWM Control
Power System Control and Analysis

Career Highlights

Teaching Interests

EG-345 Power Electronics (Year-3)

EGLM02 Advanced Power Electronics and Drives (Year-4 and MSc)

EGLM06 Power Electronics and Laboratory (Year-4 and MSc)

Research

Publications

Research Highlights

Mexis, I., Todeschini, G., & Zhou, Z. (2022). Coordinated Control of Three Single–Phase BESS Inverters Using Local Measurements to Mitigate Voltage Unbalance. IEEE Transactions on Energy Conversion, 37(4), 1-24.
https://doi.org/10.1109/tec.2022.3202137, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa61052
Yanarates, C. & Zhou, Z. (2022). Design and Cascade PI Controller-Based Robust Model Reference Adaptive Control of DC-DC Boost Converter. IEEE Access, 10, 44909-44922.
https://doi.org/10.1109/access.2022.3169591, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa59922
http://dx.doi.org/10.1109/access.2022.3169591
Wang, Y., Yanarates, C., & Zhou, Z. (2022). External Current Source–Based Unilluminated PV Partial Shading Emulation System Verified Through the Hybrid Global Search Adaptive Perturb and Observe MPPT Algorithm. Frontiers in Energy Research, 10, 1-14.
https://doi.org/10.3389/fenrg.2022.868951, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa59751
Yanarates, C. & Zhou, Z. (2022). Fast‐converging robust PR‐P controller designed by using symmetrical pole placement method for current control of interleaved buck converter‐based PV emulator. Energy Science & Engineering, 10(1), 155-176.
https://doi.org/10.1002/ese3.1018, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa58723
Yanarates, C., Wang, Y., & Zhou, Z. (2021). Unity Proportional Gain Resonant and Gain Scheduled Proportional (PR-P) Controller-Based Variable Perturbation Size Real-Time Adaptive Perturb and Observe (P&O) MPPT Algorithm for PV Systems. IEEE Access, 9, 138468-138482.
https://doi.org/10.1109/access.2021.3119042, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa58377
Yanarates, C. & Zhou, Z. (2021). Symmetrical Pole Placement Method-Based Unity Proportional Gain Resonant and Gain Scheduled Proportional (PR-P) Controller With Harmonic Compensator for Single-Phase Grid-Connected PV Inverters. IEEE Access, 9, 93165-93181.
https://doi.org/10.1109/access.2021.3092827, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa57302
Zhou, Z. (2018). Design and Implementation of Digital Phase Locked Loop for Single-Phase Grid-Tied PV Inverters. Electric Power Components and Systems, 46(14-15), 1662-10.
https://doi.org/10.1080/15325008.2018.1511640, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa45963
Macaulay, J., Lin, C., & Zhou, Z. (2018). An emulated PV source based on an Indoor Solar Panel with external excitement current and voltage compensation. In SPEEDAM 2018, June 20-22 Italy (pp. 859-864). International Symposium on Power Electronics, Electrical Drives, Automation and Motion.
SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa40420
https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/stamp/stamp.jsp?tp=&arnumber=8445307
Macaulay, J. & Zhou, Z. (2018). A Fuzzy Logical-Based Variable Step Size P&O MPPT Algorithm for Photovoltaic System. Energies, 11(6), 1340
https://doi.org/10.3390/en11061340, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa40416
http://www.mdpi.com/1996-1073/11/6/1340
Zhou, Z. & Macaulay, J. (2017). An Emulated PV Source Based on an Unilluminated Solar Panel and DC Power Supply. Energies, 10(12), 2075
https://doi.org/10.3390/en10122075, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa39346
https://www.mdpi.com/1996-1073/10/12/2075
Zhou, Z., Holland, P., & Igic, P. (2014). MPPT algorithm test on a photovoltaic emulating system constructed by a DC power supply and an indoor solar panel. Energy Conversion and Management, 85, 460-469.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2014.06.007, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa20573
Zhou, Z., Liu, Y., & Zhou, Z. (2012). Time delay compensation-based fast current controller for active power filters. IET Power Electronics, 5(7), 1164-1174.
https://doi.org/10.1049/iet-pel.2011.0253, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa12569
Zhou, Z., Wang, C., Liu, Y., Holland, P., Igic, P., Igic, P., & Zhou, Z. (2012). Load current observer based feed-forward DC bus voltage control for active rectifiers. Electric Power Systems Research, 84(1), 165-173.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.epsr.2011.11.008, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa12570
Zhou, Z. & Liu, Y. (2012). Pre-sampled data based prediction control for active power filters. International Journal of Electrical Power & Energy Systems, 37(1), 13-22.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijepes.2011.10.029, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35021
Igic, P., Zhou, Z., Knapp, W., MacEnri, J., Sørensen, H., Friis-Madsen, E., Igic, P., & Zhou, Z. (2011). Multi-megawatt offshore wave energy converters – electrical system configuration and generator control strategy. IET Renewable Power Generation, 5(1), 10-17.
https://doi.org/10.1049/iet-rpg.2009.0090, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa5654
Zhou, Z. (2011). ROBUST DESIGN OF POWER SYSTEM STABILIZERS USING AN OPTIMAL ALGORITHM. In International Journal of Power and Energy Systems
https://doi.org/10.2316/Journal.203.2011.1.203-4552, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa5790
Zhou, Z. (2011). High-speed electro-thermal simulation model of inverter power modules for hybrid vehicles. IET Electric Power Applications
https://doi.org/10.1049/iet-epa.2011.0048, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa6250
Zhou, Z. & Igic, P. (2010). High-speed electro-thermal modelling of a three-phase insulated gate bipolar transistor inverter power module. International Journal of Electronics, 97(2), 195-205.
https://doi.org/10.1080/00207210903478077, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa5785
Igic, P., Holland, P., & Zhou, Z. (2009). Design and analysis of a feedforward control scheme for a three-phase voltage source pulse width modulation rectifier using sensorless load current signal. IET Power Electronics
https://doi.org/10.1049/iet-pel.2008.0058, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa5649
Jankovic, N., Zhou, Z., Batcup, S., & Igic, P. (2009). An advanced physics-based sub-circuit model of a punch-trough insulated gate bipolar transistor. International Journal of Electronics, 96(7), 767-779.
https://doi.org/10.1080/00207210902847413, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa5784
Zhou, Z. (2008). Compact thermal model of a three-phase IGBT inverter power module.
https://doi.org/10.1109/ICMEL.2008.4559249, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa5786
Zhou, Z. (2008). A study of latch-up robustness for a new p-buffer CMOS based Power IC Technology architecture.
https://doi.org/10.1109/ICMEL.2008.4559252, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa5787
Zhou, Z. (2008). Permanent magnet generator control and electrical system configuration for Wave Dragon MW wave energy take-off system.
https://doi.org/10.1109/ISIE.2008.4677255, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa5788
Zhou, Z. (2008). Sensorless speed measurement of induction machines using Short Time Fourier Transformation.
https://doi.org/10.1109/SPEEDHAM.2008.4581114, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa5789
Zhou, Z., Khanniche, M., Igic, P., Kong, S., Towers, M., Mawby, P., & Zhou, Z. (2005). A fast power loss calculation method for long real time thermal simulation of IGBT modules for a three-phase inverter system. International Journal of Numerical Modelling: Electronic Networks, Devices and Fields, 19(1), 33-46.
https://doi.org/10.1002/jnm.597, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35022
Tan, J. & Zhou, Z. (2023). An Optimized Switching Strategy Based on Gate Drivers with Variable Voltage to Improve the Switching Performance of SiC MOSFET Modules. Energies, 16(16), 5984
https://doi.org/10.3390/en16165984, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa64363
http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/en16165984

All Research

Journal Articles

Tan, J. & Zhou, Z. (2023). An Optimized Switching Strategy Based on Gate Drivers with Variable Voltage to Improve the Switching Performance of SiC MOSFET Modules. Energies, 16(16), 5984
https://doi.org/10.3390/en16165984, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa64363
http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/en16165984
Mexis, I., Todeschini, G., & Zhou, Z. (2022). Coordinated Control of Three Single–Phase BESS Inverters Using Local Measurements to Mitigate Voltage Unbalance. IEEE Transactions on Energy Conversion, 37(4), 1-24.
https://doi.org/10.1109/tec.2022.3202137, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa61052
Yanarates, C. & Zhou, Z. (2022). Design and Cascade PI Controller-Based Robust Model Reference Adaptive Control of DC-DC Boost Converter. IEEE Access, 10, 44909-44922.
https://doi.org/10.1109/access.2022.3169591, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa59922
http://dx.doi.org/10.1109/access.2022.3169591
Wang, Y., Yanarates, C., & Zhou, Z. (2022). External Current Source–Based Unilluminated PV Partial Shading Emulation System Verified Through the Hybrid Global Search Adaptive Perturb and Observe MPPT Algorithm. Frontiers in Energy Research, 10, 1-14.
https://doi.org/10.3389/fenrg.2022.868951, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa59751
Yanarates, C. & Zhou, Z. (2022). Fast‐converging robust PR‐P controller designed by using symmetrical pole placement method for current control of interleaved buck converter‐based PV emulator. Energy Science & Engineering, 10(1), 155-176.
https://doi.org/10.1002/ese3.1018, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa58723
Yanarates, C., Wang, Y., & Zhou, Z. (2021). Unity Proportional Gain Resonant and Gain Scheduled Proportional (PR-P) Controller-Based Variable Perturbation Size Real-Time Adaptive Perturb and Observe (P&O) MPPT Algorithm for PV Systems. IEEE Access, 9, 138468-138482.
https://doi.org/10.1109/access.2021.3119042, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa58377
Yanarates, C. & Zhou, Z. (2021). Symmetrical Pole Placement Method-Based Unity Proportional Gain Resonant and Gain Scheduled Proportional (PR-P) Controller With Harmonic Compensator for Single-Phase Grid-Connected PV Inverters. IEEE Access, 9, 93165-93181.
https://doi.org/10.1109/access.2021.3092827, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa57302
Zhou, Z. (2018). Design and Implementation of Digital Phase Locked Loop for Single-Phase Grid-Tied PV Inverters. Electric Power Components and Systems, 46(14-15), 1662-10.
https://doi.org/10.1080/15325008.2018.1511640, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa45963
Macaulay, J. & Zhou, Z. (2018). A Fuzzy Logical-Based Variable Step Size P&O MPPT Algorithm for Photovoltaic System. Energies, 11(6), 1340
https://doi.org/10.3390/en11061340, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa40416
http://www.mdpi.com/1996-1073/11/6/1340
Zhou, Z. & Macaulay, J. (2017). An Emulated PV Source Based on an Unilluminated Solar Panel and DC Power Supply. Energies, 10(12), 2075
https://doi.org/10.3390/en10122075, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa39346
https://www.mdpi.com/1996-1073/10/12/2075
Zhou, Z., Holland, P., & Igic, P. (2014). MPPT algorithm test on a photovoltaic emulating system constructed by a DC power supply and an indoor solar panel. Energy Conversion and Management, 85, 460-469.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2014.06.007, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa20573
Zhou, Z., Liu, Y., & Zhou, Z. (2012). Time delay compensation-based fast current controller for active power filters. IET Power Electronics, 5(7), 1164-1174.
https://doi.org/10.1049/iet-pel.2011.0253, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa12569
Zhou, Z., Wang, C., Liu, Y., Holland, P., Igic, P., Igic, P., & Zhou, Z. (2012). Load current observer based feed-forward DC bus voltage control for active rectifiers. Electric Power Systems Research, 84(1), 165-173.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.epsr.2011.11.008, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa12570
Zhou, Z. & Liu, Y. (2012). Pre-sampled data based prediction control for active power filters. International Journal of Electrical Power & Energy Systems, 37(1), 13-22.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijepes.2011.10.029, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35021
Igic, P., Zhou, Z., Knapp, W., MacEnri, J., Sørensen, H., Friis-Madsen, E., Igic, P., & Zhou, Z. (2011). Multi-megawatt offshore wave energy converters – electrical system configuration and generator control strategy. IET Renewable Power Generation, 5(1), 10-17.
https://doi.org/10.1049/iet-rpg.2009.0090, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa5654
Zhou, Z. (2011). High-speed electro-thermal simulation model of inverter power modules for hybrid vehicles. IET Electric Power Applications
https://doi.org/10.1049/iet-epa.2011.0048, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa6250
Zhou, Z. & Igic, P. (2010). High-speed electro-thermal modelling of a three-phase insulated gate bipolar transistor inverter power module. International Journal of Electronics, 97(2), 195-205.
https://doi.org/10.1080/00207210903478077, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa5785
Igic, P., Holland, P., & Zhou, Z. (2009). Design and analysis of a feedforward control scheme for a three-phase voltage source pulse width modulation rectifier using sensorless load current signal. IET Power Electronics
https://doi.org/10.1049/iet-pel.2008.0058, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa5649
Jankovic, N., Zhou, Z., Batcup, S., & Igic, P. (2009). An advanced physics-based sub-circuit model of a punch-trough insulated gate bipolar transistor. International Journal of Electronics, 96(7), 767-779.
https://doi.org/10.1080/00207210902847413, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa5784
Zhou, Z., Khanniche, M., Igic, P., Kong, S., Towers, M., Mawby, P., & Zhou, Z. (2005). A fast power loss calculation method for long real time thermal simulation of IGBT modules for a three-phase inverter system. International Journal of Numerical Modelling: Electronic Networks, Devices and Fields, 19(1), 33-46.
https://doi.org/10.1002/jnm.597, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35022

Conference Contributions

Macaulay, J., Lin, C., & Zhou, Z. (2018). An emulated PV source based on an Indoor Solar Panel with external excitement current and voltage compensation. In SPEEDAM 2018, June 20-22 Italy (pp. 859-864). International Symposium on Power Electronics, Electrical Drives, Automation and Motion.
SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa40420
https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/stamp/stamp.jsp?tp=&arnumber=8445307
Zhou, Z. (2011). ROBUST DESIGN OF POWER SYSTEM STABILIZERS USING AN OPTIMAL ALGORITHM. In International Journal of Power and Energy Systems
https://doi.org/10.2316/Journal.203.2011.1.203-4552, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa5790
Zhou, Z. (2008). Compact thermal model of a three-phase IGBT inverter power module.
https://doi.org/10.1109/ICMEL.2008.4559249, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa5786
Zhou, Z. (2008). A study of latch-up robustness for a new p-buffer CMOS based Power IC Technology architecture.
https://doi.org/10.1109/ICMEL.2008.4559252, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa5787
Zhou, Z. (2008). Permanent magnet generator control and electrical system configuration for Wave Dragon MW wave energy take-off system.
https://doi.org/10.1109/ISIE.2008.4677255, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa5788
Zhou, Z. (2008). Sensorless speed measurement of induction machines using Short Time Fourier Transformation.
https://doi.org/10.1109/SPEEDHAM.2008.4581114, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa5789

Supervision

Grid connected photovoltaic (PV) for vehicle charge station (current)

PhD

Other supervisor: Prof Karol Kalna
Investigation of optimal PWM switching strategies and reliability analysis of SiC power device (current)

PhD

Other supervisor: Dr Grazia Todeschini

Other supervisor: Prof Mike Jennings
Photovoltaic Emulation System and Maximum Power Point Tracking Algorithm Under Partial Shading Conditions (awarded 2023)

PhD

Other supervisor: Prof Mike Jennings
Design of Ancillary Services for Battery Energy Storage Systems to Mitigate Voltage Unbalance in Power Distribution Networks (awarded 2023)

PhD

Other supervisor: Prof Mike Jennings
Residential PV Energy Management System (current)

PhD

Other supervisor: Dr Meghdad Fazeli
Design and Implementation of Control Techniques of Power Electronic Interfaces for Photovoltaic Power systems: Cascade PI Controller-Based Model Reference Adaptive Control, Notch Filter Dynamics-based PR-P Controller Designed by Symmetrical Pole Placement Method, Extremum Seeking Adaptive Control (awarded 2022)

PhD

Other supervisor: Dr Augustine Egwebe

Taught Modules

EG-345 Power Electronics

The module introduces circuit topologies and switching techniques for power electronics systems.
EGLM02 Advanced Power Electronics and Drives

This module introduces advanced circuit topologies of power electronics systems for high power applications; the power quality issues will also be addressed by covering passive and active power filters, front end active circuit topologies and harmonic standards. An introduction to modern variable speed AC and DC drives for industrial applications will also be introduced.
EGLM06 Sustainable Energy and Power Electronics Laboratory

The module covers main aspects of Engineering Applications for the MSc students in electrical & electronics engineering. It includes preparation, performance and reporting on a structured series of simulation supporting the taught modules at this level and gives the simulation experience of power electronics converters, electrical machine and photovoltaic (PV) system operation, practice in using simulation software and IT packages to assist with the laboratory work and report writing.

Other Roles

Member of UK Committee, IEC Standards

2010 - Present

Dr Zhongfu Zhou

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About

Areas Of Expertise

Career Highlights

Publications

Research Highlights

All Research

Journal Articles

Conference Contributions

Supervision

Grid connected photovoltaic (PV) for vehicle charge station (current)

Investigation of optimal PWM switching strategies and reliability analysis of SiC power device (current)

Photovoltaic Emulation System and Maximum Power Point Tracking Algorithm Under Partial Shading Conditions (awarded 2023)

Design of Ancillary Services for Battery Energy Storage Systems to Mitigate Voltage Unbalance in Power Distribution Networks (awarded 2023)

Residential PV Energy Management System (current)

Taught Modules

EG-345 Power Electronics

EGLM02 Advanced Power Electronics and Drives

EGLM06 Sustainable Energy and Power Electronics Laboratory

Other Roles

Member of UK Committee, IEC Standards