POETS

In order to create integrated electro-thermal systems, we have had to develop some basic capabilities that do not currently exist. For example, POETS is building the thermal equivalent of electrical solid state circuits. In parallel with the new thermal circuitry, new designs for wide bandgap and other types of power electronics are being pursued... Many engineered systems develop the electrical systems first, then use these to set thermal system requirements. POETS's vision is one of co-design, driving synergistic thermal and electrical power for tightly-constrained mobile environments to achieve increased power density across a broad array of industrial and consumer uses... We are developing the ability to route thermal power as readily as electrical power, and utilize this capability to integrate thermal and electrical design and operation. Our target research focuses on power conversion modules, energy storage elements, thermal management technologies, and electric machines as..

Primary location: Urbana United States