College - Author 1
College of Engineering
Department - Author 1
Electrical Engineering Department
Advisor
Jason Poon, College of Engineering, Electrical Engineering Department
Funding Source
Electric Power Institute, Dean's Innovation Fund, Paul & Sandi Bonderson, Kim Vorrath, The Sprague Foundation
Date
10-2025
Abstract/Summary
This project will develop an analog computing circuit that can accelerate power system simulations used for grid interconnection studies. The project will leverage analog computing to create a specialized circuit capable of simulating large-scale power networks with detailed models of power electronics-based loads, such as those found in data centers and manufacturing plants. A software application programming interface will be developed to integrate this circuit with a desktop computer, where simulations can be run by the user. The project team will also work with industry partners and utilities to evaluate the feasibility of the proposed technology for conducting real-world grid interconnection studies. Students will take part in tasks including designing, simulating, and fabricating the proposed analog computing circuits at the printed circuit board level, as well as performing lab tests to verify their functionality. Additionally, students will assist in developing software in Python to integrate the circuit with simulation tools, such as MATLAB Simulink.
October 1, 2025.
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URL: https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/ceng_surp/176