Research Domains
Microgrids, energy storage, EVs, power electronics, AI diagnostics, and real-time control are grouped by problem domain.
Academic Profile - Research Laboratory - Engineering Consultancy
Dr. Pritam Bhowmik
Associate Professor (Grade 1), School of Electrical Engineering
Power electronics, intelligent energy systems, real-time control, and AI-enabled energy conversion for resilient electric power infrastructure.
Smart grids and microgridsBattery energy storage systemsElectric vehicle drivetrain controlPower electronics and converter controlAI in electrical engineeringHardware-in-the-loop and real-time validation
33Journal Articles
16Conference Papers
10Book Chapters
5IP Assets
681Scholar Citations
15H-Index
100+Verified Reviews
2PhD Scholars
Permanent Professional Identity
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The site separates academic profile, research domains, service capabilities, laboratory facilities, opportunities, publications, and enquiry routes so each audience can move quickly.
Consultancy Catalogue
Concept, simulation, converter, SPICE, PCB, embedded, dSPACE, prototype, and documentation support are scoped clearly.
Student Engagement
PhD scholars, B.Tech projects, internships, project positions, and mentoring routes are presented with consent-aware boundaries.
Ethics and Governance
Consultancy, publication ethics, privacy, student consent, IP, and institutional-affiliation limits are made explicit.
Research Expertise
Technical domains connected to methods, outputs, and future opportunities.
Each theme is designed to expand into current problems, proposed approaches, representative results, publications, scholars, and collaboration invitations.
Microgrid control with storage-aware intelligence
Smart Grids and Microgrids
Distributed control, droop control, synthetic inertia, frequency support, and stability enhancement for grid-forming and hybrid microgrids.
- Virtual inertia emulation
- Power allocation
- Frequency regulation
- Grid-forming control
Prediction, equalization, and deployable storage control
Battery Energy Storage Systems
State estimation, degradation-aware prediction, battery equalization, and machine-learning diagnostics for storage-intensive energy systems.
- SoC and SoH estimation
- Wide neural networks
- Capacity degradation models
- Lifecycle prediction
Vehicle dynamics translated into controlled drivetrain behavior
Electric Vehicles
Electric drivetrain, torque control, converter control, battery management, and energy optimization for intelligent transportation systems.
- Dual-layer torque control
- Virtual inertia for EV charging
- Vehicle-to-grid modelling
- Smart parking systems
Converter hardware connected to intelligent command generation
Power Electronics
DC-DC converters, inverter design, grid-connected converters, PWM strategies, protection, and converter loss reduction.
- Topology selection
- Filter design
- Gate-driver validation
- Fault and stress analysis
Machine learning as an engineering decision layer
AI in Electrical Engineering
Machine-learning and predictive-control techniques for power systems, battery systems, fault localization, and renewable-energy control.
- Gaussian process regression
- Wavelet neural networks
- SVM and ANN
- Feature selection
From simulation plots to measured controller behavior
Real-Time Control
Rapid control prototyping and hardware validation using dSPACE DS1103, STM32, ARM Cortex, TI C2000, MATLAB, and Simulink.
- ControlDesk configuration
- ADC and PWM synchronization
- Embedded firmware
- Controller validation
Engineering Consultancy and Research Support
A complete technical pathway from idea to controlled, documented validation.
The strongest service differentiator is continuity: feasibility, modelling, simulation validation, design, firmware, rapid prototyping, hardware mapping, and ethical documentation.
Concept Engineering and Feasibility Assessment
Early-stage technical idea review, system-requirement identification, mathematical formulation, topology selection, technical-risk mapping, and development-roadmap preparation.
Deliverables
- Feasibility report
- Mathematical model
- System block diagram
- Technology selection matrix
Suitable for
- Start-ups
- Researchers
- MSMEs
- Student innovation teams
MATLAB and Simulink Model Development
Dynamic modelling, converter simulation, control-system development, battery and EV drivetrain modelling, microgrid studies, renewable-system simulation, and automation.
Deliverables
- MATLAB scripts
- Simulink model
- Parameter file
- Initialization script
Suitable for
- Research teams
- Students
- Faculty groups
- R&D units
Idea Validation through Simulation
Translation of an engineering concept into a testable model with baseline/proposed comparison, sensitivity analysis, fault-condition studies, and limitation identification.
Deliverables
- Validation model
- Comparative plots
- Performance table
- Technical interpretation
Suitable for
- Researchers
- Innovators
- Product teams
- Academic laboratories
Converter and Inverter Design
DC-DC, single-phase, three-phase, grid-connected, isolated, and bidirectional converter design with component sizing, filter design, protection planning, and efficiency estimation.
Deliverables
- Topology selection
- Design equations
- Inductor and capacitor sizing
- Semiconductor ratings
Suitable for
- Power-electronics teams
- Prototype developers
- Academic project groups
SPICE Model Validation
Switching analysis, semiconductor stress review, gate-driver verification, transient studies, snubber validation, start-up behaviour, and tolerance analysis.
Deliverables
- SPICE schematic
- Simulation files
- Device models
- Waveforms
Suitable for
- Circuit designers
- R&D engineers
- MSMEs
PCB Design and Engineering Documentation
Power-stage schematic review, gate-driver and sensing interfaces, high-current layout, isolation clearance, EMI-aware routing, Gerber review, and manufacturing documentation.
Deliverables
- Schematic package
- PCB layout guidance
- Gerber checklist
- BOM review
Suitable for
- Prototype teams
- Student innovators
- Academic labs
People and Projects
Research supervision and project outcomes with consent-aware presentation.
Student pages and project showcases are designed to publish only reviewed, consented, and professionally useful information.
Saranya S T
Battery energy storage, neural-network control, and energy-storage characterization
CV meeting completed
Pooja S
Microgrid control, resilient operation, and advanced power-management strategies
DC meeting completedCurrent Openings and Collaboration Routes
Prospective PhD scholars, interns, project teams, visiting researchers, and industry collaborators can use dedicated enquiry paths.
Explore opportunitiesSelected Publications
Recent and representative work across storage, microgrids, EVs, AI, and real-time control.
Communication-Augmented Wide Neural Network Control for Accelerated SoC Equalization in Battery Energy Storage Systems
IEEE Access - 2026
A comprehensive review of microgrid architectures, power management and resilient operation
Energy Reports - 2026
An optimal multi-objective control architecture of PMSM drives
Scientific Reports - 2026
Capacity degradation influenced state of charge and life cycle prediction through tri-layered WNN model
Journal of Energy Storage - 2025
Latest News
Recent academic, research, and institutional updates.
Faculty Research Excellence Award
Recognition for publications, funded research, patents, technology transfer, and consultancy contributions.
Associate Professor (Grade 1)
Promoted at VIT Chennai, School of Electrical Engineering, effective 1 July 2026.
IEEE Access battery-control article
Communication-augmented wide neural network control for accelerated SoC equalization in battery energy storage systems.
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