Dr. Yu is the Thrust Leader for the Solid State Transformer and also works with an advanced soft-switching technique, ultra high efficiency inverters, high-voltage power conversion, and distributed energy storage devices. Prior to joining the FREEDM faculty, he worked as a postdoctoral researcher, research scientist and research assistant professor at the Bradley Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Virginia Tech. His research interests include soft-switching power converters, grid-tied inverters, industrial power electronics, and renewable energy power systems.
Title
Associate Research Professor
Office
Keystone Science Center 13
| Type of Degree | Degree Program | School | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| PhD | Mechanical and Electrical Engineering | South China University of Technology | 2000 |
| Masters | Mechanical and Electrical Engineering | Central China University of Science and Technology | 1995 |