UK:Development of advanced controller to improve the efficiency of wind turbines (136)

Deadline:6th August 2012

Modern wind turbines are experiencing rapid growth in both physical size and rated capacity. Wind turbine requires a reliable and efficient pitch angle controller to regulate its power output and to damp the flexible mode due to the usage of lighter construction material for larger wind turbine. This project will design an improved pitch angle controller for wind turbines based on a pdf+ plasma controller to maximise energy conversion efficiency and minimise mechanical load of the drive train. You are expected to carry out controller design, simulation verification and the implementation of the developed controller based on the current available plasma controller hardware. The PhD candidate should have at least a 2.1 B.Eng degree in Electrical Engineering.

Project supervision

• Gencoa Ltd. (136)
• University of Liverpool

Application details

To apply for this opportunity please email graduate-applications@cgeinnovation.org with:

• A completed Application Criteria document (.doc file)
• 2 page CV
• 2 page expression of interest
• Reference number: 136

Application deadline

• 6th August 2012

Interview date

• Expected to be held by 20th August