Dissertation-related Research Projects“Power decoupling analysis of single phase grid tied inverters”- Modeled a solution to the characteristic double-line frequency issues of single phase grid tied inverters- Proposed a closed-loop controller- Building experimental setup to verify functionality of proposed solution- Submitted one conference paper for peer review“Droop Control Methods in micro-grid systems”- Studied load modulation techniques in micro-grid power… Show more Dissertation-related Research Projects“Power decoupling analysis of single phase grid tied inverters”- Modeled a solution to the characteristic double-line frequency issues of single phase grid tied inverters- Proposed a closed-loop controller- Building experimental setup to verify functionality of proposed solution- Submitted one conference paper for peer review“Droop Control Methods in micro-grid systems”- Studied load modulation techniques in micro-grid power systems to minimize required battery capacity and improve energy availability- Designed a bi-directional buck-boost converter for use in energy storage applications and grid integration- Developed an advanced control algorithm for battery and dc bus regulation- Published one book chapter and three conference papers“Sensorless Current Mode for photovoltaic converters”- Proposed an advance control technique to ensure maximum power transfer from photovoltaic source to load- Proposed a sensorless current technique to minimize cost associated to board manufacturing and operation- Investigated parameter mismatch and noise susceptibility of the proposed solution- Employed standardized testing procedures to verify functionality and viability of proposed solution- Building experimental setup to verify functionality of proposed solution- Published one journal paper and five conference papers in highly respectable transactions and conferencesFunded Research Activities“Smart PV Skin: Grid-Connected, Non-Planar Photovoltaic Systems” Qatar National Research Fund (QNRF) funded project, $705,672, 2015 – 2019- Evaluating candidate power electronics topologies for use in the smart photovoltaic pixel power conditioning- Designed an isolated converter topology that is capable of maximum power transfer- Built a photovoltaic characteristic tester and efficacy evaluator Show less

The mission of the Renewable Energy and Advanced Power Electronics Research laboratory is to investigate the fundamental engineering and scientific basis of electrical energy conversion. The current focus in renewable energy is on photovoltaic systems. While the core discipline is electrical engineering and the subject domain is power electronics, research into renewable energy systems require a much broader and holistic base of knowledge. As such, in addition to power electronic topologies and… Show more The mission of the Renewable Energy and Advanced Power Electronics Research laboratory is to investigate the fundamental engineering and scientific basis of electrical energy conversion. The current focus in renewable energy is on photovoltaic systems. While the core discipline is electrical engineering and the subject domain is power electronics, research into renewable energy systems require a much broader and holistic base of knowledge. As such, in addition to power electronic topologies and controls, we are focused on balance-of-systems issues. Ultimately, our goal is to move photovoltaic energy (aka solar energy) out of the alternative energy category and into the mainstream portfolio of energy resources in a way that is technologically and economically sustainable. Our vision is to be an internationally recognized center of excellence for research in this area. Show less

Lecture, mentor and teach the fundamentals of power electronics to a huge enrollment capacity of over 150 students. The engineering senior-level elective class is a favorite for undergraduate students as it opens to them a lot of possibilities in the industry. Also, its a choice for graduate students as it allows them to begin their research with a review on the fundamentals.

Research Associate in the Qatar Research Leadership Program under Qatar Foundation. Pursuing a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering at Texas A&M University, Texas, USA. Interested in power electronics and control for renewable energy applications.

A teaching assistant, mentor and lab assistant for the fundamentals of power electronics class attended by undergraduate and graduate students.

- Developed an interactive tool and assistive library which includes important documents and information to facilitate everyday tasks for an FPE and to be used for Green Belt Six Sigma certification.- Organized a problem-solution database using a history of site issues encountered by the FPE team for future reference and Generated weekly performance reports on the FPE team activity and site information.- Applied learned knowledge in Turbo-machinery in solving some of the customer’s… Show more - Developed an interactive tool and assistive library which includes important documents and information to facilitate everyday tasks for an FPE and to be used for Green Belt Six Sigma certification.- Organized a problem-solution database using a history of site issues encountered by the FPE team for future reference and Generated weekly performance reports on the FPE team activity and site information.- Applied learned knowledge in Turbo-machinery in solving some of the customer’s sites issues. Show less