The Master’s Degree in Electronic Systems Engineering (MUISE) continues its program of professional seminars with an activity dedicated to one of the most relevant technologies in the field of modern power electronics: themultilevel converters. These systems are now a key solution for medium and high voltage applications, improving power quality, increasing efficiency and reducing losses in large power systems.
Seminar information
Title: Multilevel Converters
Dates: June 29 and 30, 2026
Schedule: 15:00 – 20:00 h
Location: Basement Classroom, Building 7F
Speaker: Prof. Dr. Emilio BuenoProfessor at the University of Alcalá de Henares, Spain.
Content
During the seminar, the main architectures and technologies used in multilevel converters will be discussed, analyzing their operating fundamentals, advantages and limitations. Some of the most commonly used topologies in the industry will be studied, including cascaded H-bridge converters (CHB), interlocked neutral point converters (NPC) and modular multilevel converters (MMC).
Likewise, a performance comparison will be made between the different solutions, paying special attention to aspects such as:
- Output waveform quality.
- Energy efficiency.
- Scalability and modularity.
- Control complexity.
- Industrial applications.
The seminar will also show how these technologies are being used in high power systems, including:
- FACTS systems for electrical networks.
- Rail traction and electric mobility.
- Integration of renewable energies.
- Efficient energy conversion and transportation.
The seminar is open to the entire university community interested in power electronics, advanced energy systems and energy conversion technologies. We look forward to seeing you in the nextJune 29 and 30 in the Basement Classroom of Building 7F.
The seminar has been funded by the SIRVE program of the UPV.
