Prof. Ned Mohan

Analysis and Control of Electric Drives: Simulations and Laboratory Implementation

Simulations Slides Solutions

Practical, comprehensive guide to electric drives and real-world applications (EVs, wind turbines), covering DC/AC machines in steady state with a physics-based approach and dynamic operation using Space Vectors. Includes illustrative examples, Interior Permanent Magnet machines, and end-of-chapter problems. Provides free MATLAB Simulink + Sciamble Workbench simulations (plus instructor slides/solutions), with Workbench able to link simulations to hardware lab experiments.

Electric Machines and Drives

Slides Solutions

This book focuses on practical applications of electric machines and drives for wind turbines and electric and hybrid-electric vehicles. It adopts a systems-level, physics-based approach that builds strong analytical foundations and prepares students for advanced control studies. Space-vector theory and induction machine operation are presented intuitively, highlighting efficient control in both motoring and generating modes.

Power Electronics, A First Course: Simulations and Laboratory Implementations

Simulations Slides Solutions

Power Electronics A First Course provides instruction on fundamental concepts related to power electronics to undergraduate electrical engineering students, beginning with an introductory chapter and moving on to discussing topics such as switching power-poles, switch-mode dc-dc converters, and feedback controllers.

Special Topics in Power Electronics

14 modules Slides Video

A curated series of advanced lectures spanning DAB converters, soft switching, power semiconductor practice, automotive electrification, SVPWM, and modular multilevel converters. Each module blends theory with design trade-offs and real application constraints (thermal, EMI, SOA, reliability). Ideal for senior/graduate students and practitioners seeking concise, high-impact refreshers on modern power electronics topics.

Vector Control of Electric Drives

14 modules Slides Lab Video

This course introduces modeling, analysis, and control of AC and special electrical machines. Topics span induction machines, vector control, DTC, PWM inverters, and sensorless operation. Advanced drives include DFIGs, PMSMs, and switched-reluctance motor systems.

Introduction to Electric Drives

25 modules Slides Lab Video

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to electric drive systems, covering their role in modern industry, mechanical requirements, and the fundamental principles of power electronics and magnetic circuits. It explores the design and control of DC, Permanent Magnet AC (PMAC), and Induction motor drives, including space vector analysis.

Introduction to Power Electronics

33 modules Slides Lab Video

Undergraduate introduction to power conversion: switching power-poles and PWM, dc–dc converters (buck/boost/buck‑boost, CCM/DCM), average models and control (voltage- and peak‑current‑mode), diode/thyristor rectifiers, PFC, magnetic components and HF magnetics, inverter synthesis (single‑ and three‑phase, SVPWM), and utility applications.

Vector Control of Drives

7 experiments Hardware

This lab provides hands-on experience in the modeling, control, and real-time implementation of AC motor drive systems. Students will identify machine parameters, build abc→dq models, design and tune V/f, vector (FOC), and DTC controllers, implement SVPWM on a three-phase inverter, and validate performance on hardware using safe measurement practices.

Electric Machines and Drives

8 experiments Hardware

This lab provides hands-on experience in the modeling, control, and real-time implementation of electric motor drive systems. Students will characterize DC and AC machines, design closed-loop PI and V/f controllers, and analyze power electronics (DC-DC converters) critical for drive operation.

Switch-mode Power Electronics

13 experiments Hardware

This hands-on lab introduces core DC-DC converter topologies—buck, boost, buck-boost, flyback, forward, and full-bridge—on a GaN/Si power electronics platform.

Teaching Electric Energy Courses to Rejuvenate Electric Power Curriculum

Join faculty nationwide for a focused workshop showcasing ONR-funded, CUSP-hosted courses in power electronics, machines & drives, and power systems. Explore ultra-low-cost, digitally controlled online laboratories with remote access for teaching and research, plus options for online MS delivery. Hear from leaders at NSF, ONR, IEEE PES, NAE, and partner universities—and leave with ready-to-adopt curricula and lab resources.

Building a Robust Workforce in Electric Power Engineering

Join faculty nationwide for a focused workshop showcasing ONR-funded, CUSP-hosted courses in power electronics, machines & drives, and power systems. Explore ultra-low-cost, digitally controlled online laboratories with remote access for teaching and research, plus options for online MS delivery. Hear from leaders at NSF, ONR, IEEE PES, NAE, and partner universities—and leave with ready-to-adopt curricula and lab resources.