Maurizio Repetto | Electrical Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Maurizio Repetto | Electrical Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Full Professor at Politecnico di Torino | Italy

Prof. Maurizio Repetto, born in Genova, Italy, is a renowned scholar in electrical engineering whose academic journey began at the University of Genova, where he earned both his Master and Ph.D. degrees in Electrical Engineering. He holds the position of Full Professor of Principles of Electrical Engineering at the Department of Energy “Galileo Ferraris” of the Politecnico di Torino, contributing extensively to the growth of advanced research in the fields of electromagnetics and energy systems. His international academic presence includes service as Honorary Professor in the School of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering at The University of Queensland in Brisbane, Australia, and a period as Visiting Researcher at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology in Oshawa, Canada, enriching his global collaborations and strengthening cross-continental scientific exchanges. He has also played significant roles in leading professional organizations, serving as an elected member for Europe on the Board of the International Compumag Society and as Alternate Representative for Italy in the Executive Committee of the International Energy Agency Implementing Agreement on District Heating and Cooling, including Combined Heat and Power. His leadership extends to coordinating the “Galileo Ferraris Contest Comparing data-driven methodologies for the multi-physics simulation of traction electrical machines,” an initiative promoting innovation at the intersection of computational modelling and electric machine design. His research and consulting work spans numerical analysis of electromagnetic fields, magnetic material modelling, optimisation techniques for industrial device design, and the simulation and optimization of complex and hybrid energy systems integrating renewable energy sources. Widely recognized for his scientific impact, he has authored more than two hundred fifty publications and five patents, accumulating over three thousand citations and achieving an h-index of thirty according to Scopus metrics, reflecting his influential contributions to the global engineering community.

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Featured Publications:

Giaccone, L., Lorenti, G., Repetto, M., & Solimene, L. (2025). Global and local sensitivity analysis applied to electric motor design by polynomial chaos expansion. IEEE Transactions on Magnetics.

Lazzeroni, P., Lorenti, G., Canova, A., & Repetto, M. (2025). Economic and environmental perspectives of flexible demand in PV-based Italian energy communities with residential end-users. Energy and Buildings.

Gómez de León, F., Bissal, A., Repetto, M., & Freschi, F. (2025). A novel railgun-based actuation system for ultrafast DC circuit breakers in EV fast-charging applications. World Electric Vehicle Journal, 16(9), 514.

Lovato, S., Barosco, G., Ortombina, L., Torchio, R., Alotto, P., Repetto, M., & Massaro, M. (2025). Experimental analysis of a coaxial magnetic gear prototype. Machines, 13(8), 716.

Gómez de León, F., Repetto, M., & Bissal, A. (2025). A novel railgun simulation model based on a quasistatic approach. In Conference Proceedings.

Dr. Fariba Farrokh | Electrical Power Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Fariba Farrokh | Electrical Power Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Shahid Beheshti University, Shahid Beheshti University, Iran

Ariba Farrokh is a distinguished researcher in electrical engineering, specializing in permanent magnet machines and hysteresis motors. With a strong academic background from Shahrood University of Technology, she has made significant contributions to the field through her research and publications. Her expertise lies in modeling, analysis, and design of electrical machines, with a focus on improving performance and efficiency. Ariba’s work has been recognized through various publications in reputable conferences and journals, showcasing her dedication to advancing electrical engineering.

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🎓 Education

– Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering: Shahrood University of Technology, Iran (Focus on permanent magnet machines)- (link unavailable) in Electrical Engineering: Shahrood University of Technology, Iran (Focus on modeling and controlling hysteresis motors)- (link unavailable) in Electrical Engineering: Shahrood University of Technology, Iran

👨‍🔬 Experience

Ariba Farrokh has extensive research experience in electrical engineering, with a focus on:- *Modeling and analysis of electrical machines*: Hysteresis motors and permanent magnet machines- *Design and optimization of electrical machines*: Axial-field flux-switching permanent magnet motors- *Research and publication*: Published numerous papers in reputable conferences and journals

🔍 Research Interest

– *Electrical machine design and optimization*: Improving performance and efficiency of electrical machines- *Permanent magnet machines*: Design and analysis of axial-field flux-switching permanent magnet motors- *Hysteresis motors*: Modeling and controlling hysteresis motors using inverter-based power supply

Awards and Honors🏆

No specific awards or honors are mentioned in the provided information. However, Ariba’s publications in reputable journals and conferences demonstrate her recognition in the field of electrical engineering.

📚 Publications 

1. Modeling and Analysis of the Effects of Changing the Supply Voltage on the Performance of a Hysteresis Motor 📊
2. Modeling and Performance Comparison of a Hysteresis Motor controlled by an inverter based power supply 💻
3. Design of Axial Field Flux Switching Motor with Improved Torque Ripple for Electric Vehicle Applications 🚗
4. Design and comparison of dual-stator axial-field flux-switching PM motors for electric vehicle application 🚗
5. A 2D hybrid analytical electromagnetic model of the dual-stator axial-field flux-switching permanent magnet motor 📊
6. Design of Dual-Rotor Dual-Stator Axial-Field Flux-Switching PM Motor with Low-Cogging Torque and Low-Torque Ripple 🔋
7. Design and Optimization of the Dual-Stator Axial-Field Flux-Switching PM Motor with High-Torque Density and Low-Cost 💸
8. Fast 2-D analytical model for axial-field flux-switching bar-permanent magnet motor ⚡️
9. Demagnetization and Fault-Tolerance Analysis in Dual‐Stator Axial‐Field Flux‐Switching Permanent Magnet Motor 🔋
10. A Comprehensive DOE-Optimization Method of Coaxial Magnetic Coupling for Aircraft Applications ✈️

Conclusion

The researcher demonstrates significant potential for the Best Researcher Award, with a strong academic background and notable research output. By addressing areas for improvement, such as interdisciplinary collaboration and journal publications, the researcher can further solidify their position as a leading expert in electrical engineering.