Mr. Rammohan Rao Makineni is an accomplished researcher and engineer with extensive expertise in power electronics, specializing in AC/DC and DC/DC converter design, rapid control prototyping, and hardware-in-loop testing. He has demonstrated exceptional proficiency in simulation and real-time tools, including MATLAB/Simulink, PSIM, NI LabVIEW, and dSPACE, along with practical skills in PCB design and microcontroller-based implementations. His research spans electric vehicle drives, DC microgrids, and energy-efficient technologies, focusing on improving system stability, dynamic performance, and energy management. Mr. Makineni has contributed to high-impact publications in IEEE journals and actively participated in collaborative projects, reflecting his innovative problem-solving abilities and technical leadership. Beyond research, he has experience mentoring students, developing advanced prototypes, and implementing practical solutions for renewable energy and smart systems. With a strong combination of technical mastery, creativity, and dedication to advancing applied research, he stands out as a leading figure in his field.

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Education

Mr. Rammohan Rao Makineni has a strong academic foundation in electrical and electronics engineering. He completed his Bachelor of Engineering with a specialization in Electrical and Electronics, followed by a Master of Technology in Power Electronics and Drives. During his M.Tech, he focused on the design of IGBT-based multilevel converters for traction drives, employing space vector modulated direct torque control for induction motor drives. Currently, he is pursuing a PhD, conducting advanced research in power electronics applications, electric vehicle drives, and energy-efficient systems. His educational background is complemented by participation in specialized short-term courses and training programs on induction systems and custom power devices, providing a well-rounded understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of modern power electronics. This combination of rigorous academic training and practical exposure has equipped him with the technical depth and analytical skills required for cutting-edge research and innovative problem-solving in his field.

Experience

Mr. Rammohan Rao Makineni brings over a decade of experience across academia and industry. He has held positions ranging from assistant professor to research associate and senior design engineer, contributing to multiple high-impact projects. His work encompasses design and control of AC/DC and DC/DC converters, electric vehicle drives, and DC microgrids. He has developed and implemented controllers for induction and synchronous reluctance motors, performed hardware-in-loop testing, and executed rapid control prototyping for advanced power systems. His industry experience includes engineering roles in large-scale technology services, while his academic tenure has involved supervising projects, conducting simulations, and publishing in reputable journals. Through these roles, he has demonstrated technical leadership, project management skills, and the ability to translate theoretical knowledge into practical applications, consistently delivering innovative solutions that advance both research and industry practices in power electronics and renewable energy systems.

Research Focus

Mr. Makineni’s research focuses on power electronics and its applications in electric vehicles, smart grids, and energy-efficient systems. His work emphasizes the design, modeling, and control of AC/DC and DC/DC converters, including buck, boost, flyback, and dual active bridge topologies. He investigates system stability and performance optimization in DC microgrids under variable loads and develops control strategies to mitigate speed oscillations and torsional vibrations in electric vehicle drives. Additionally, he explores advanced real-time simulation techniques, hardware-in-loop testing, and rapid control prototyping to validate innovative solutions. His research integrates renewable energy sources, battery storage, and motor drives, aiming to improve energy efficiency, dynamic response, and system reliability. By bridging theoretical modeling with practical implementation, his work contributes significantly to modern power electronics applications, advancing both scientific understanding and real-world technologies in sustainable energy and transportation.

Award and Honor

Mr. Rammohan Rao Makineni has earned recognition for his contributions to power electronics research and engineering. He has published multiple high-impact papers in IEEE journals, reflecting his innovative work in electric vehicle drives, DC microgrids, and converter control strategies. His projects have been part of collaborative national and international initiatives, demonstrating the significance and applicability of his research. Participation in specialized training programs and short-term courses has further highlighted his commitment to continuous learning and professional development. His technical leadership in designing and implementing advanced prototypes, combined with mentoring students and junior researchers, underscores his contributions to the academic community. Through these accomplishments, he has built a reputation for excellence in applied research, technical innovation, and problem-solving, making him a strong candidate for awards and recognition in the field of power electronics and energy systems.

Publication Top Notes

• Title: Control strategies and power decoupling topologies to mitigate 2ω-ripple in single-phase inverters: A review and open challenges
  Year: 2020
  Citations: 72

• Title: ISMC for Boost-derived DC-DC-AC Converter: Mitigation of 2Ω–Ripple and Uncertainty, and Improvement in Dynamic Performance
  Year: 2019
  Citations: 16

• Title: Dual Loop Cascade Control of a Stacked Interleaved Buck Converter for Electrolyzer Application
  Year: 2022
  Citations: 12

• Title: Regulation of electric vehicle speed oscillations due to uneven drive surfaces using ISMDTC
  Year: 2021
  Citations: 9

• Title: Integral sliding mode control of a stacked interleaved buck converter for electrolyzers supplied with renewable energy sources
  Year: 2024
  Citations: 4

• Title: Simulation of cascaded H-bridge Multilevel Inverter based DSTATCOM
  Year: 2014
  Citations: 4

• Title: Modeling and Design of Fuel Cell System Integrated to Medium Voltage Power Grids
  Year: 2024

• Title: Fuel Cell System Operation as a Static Synchronous Series Compensator for Implementing Power Flow Control
  Year: 2023

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