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Juan Carlos Balda
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High Impact
Lecturer at the University o
Also affiliated: Office of Naval Research (2002); Technological University of Pereira (2015); Arkansas Power Electronics International (2010); Clemson University (1988–1990); University of KwaZulu-Natal (1984–1988); Technical University of Denmark (2013)
32 h-index
252 pubs
4,290 cited
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Biography and Research Information
OverviewAI-generated summary
Juan Carlos Balda's research focuses on power electronics, with a particular emphasis on converter topologies and thermal management for high-power density applications. His recent publications explore interleaved zero-current switching (ZCS) boost converters for automotive use, synchronous-variable-frequency control for bidirectional DC-DC converters, and cascaded H-bridge converters for medium-voltage distribution systems. He has also investigated current resonances in medium-voltage transformers and developed optimized polymer manifolds for direct cooling of power electronic components.
Balda's work also extends to cyber-physical systems, examining power-electronic innovations within these complex architectures. His research interests include advanced thermal management solutions, such as additively manufactured hybrid polymer-metal coolers, to enhance the performance and reliability of discrete semiconductor packages. He has published extensively in this field, with a high h-index of 32 and over 4,000 citations, indicating a significant impact in his research area.
He collaborates with several researchers at the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville, including David A. Porras Fernandez, Ahmed Rahouma, Shamar Christian, and Roderick Amir Gomez, with whom he has co-authored multiple publications. Balda is noted as a highly cited researcher.
Metrics
- h-index: 32
- Publications: 252
- Citations: 4,290
Positions
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Lecturer at the University o publications 1991–2025University of Arkansas at Fayetteville Listing
Selected Publications
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Microgrid Controller Validation via High-Power Alpha Testing Wesley G. Schwartz (2025)
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A 155 KW/L 800 V Traction Inverter Using Discrete SiC Devices (2025)
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An ANPC-Based Building Block for Medium-Voltage Applications (2025)
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Serial Peripheral Interface Based Primary Layer Control of a Solid State Transformer (2024)
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Hardware-in-the-Loop Test Verification Method for Industrial Microgrid Solutions (2024)
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High-Frequency Effects on Magnetics and Converter Performance: Implications for Power Electronic Converter Design (2024)
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The National Center for Reliable Electric Power Transmission Test Facility (2024)
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Cyber Resiliency of a Solid-State Power Substation (2024)
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Selection of HV SiC MOSFET Modules for MV-CHB for Distribution System Applications (2023)
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A 4.16kV/750kVA MV Power Conditioning System for Distribution System Applications (2023)
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A Hybrid Si/SiC MV Power Conditioning System for Ultra-Fast Electric Vehicle Charging Stations (2023)
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A 3rd Gen 10-kV SiC MOSFET High-Frequency Power Conversion Block for MV Applications (2023)
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A Three-Phase Isolated Building Block for High-Power Medium-Voltage Grid Applications (2023)
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Optimal Medium-Voltage Cascaded H-Bridge Converters for High-Power Distribution System Applications (2023)
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Sliding Window-Based Thermal Topography Determining Thermal Impedance and Thermal Coupling (2023)
Collaboration Network
Top Collaborators
H. Alan Mantooth
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville
42 shared publications
In database
- Power Conversion With SiC Devices at Extremely High Ambient Temperatures
- A Review of Current Research Trends in Power-Electronic Innovations in Cyber–Physical Systems
- Assessing the Impact of SiC MOSFETs on Converter Interfaces for Distributed Energy Resources
- Novel nonlinear control of Dual Active Bridge using simplified converter model
- A Survey of Systems to Integrate Distributed Energy Resources and Energy Storage on the Utility Grid
Showing 5 of 42 shared publications
Yue Zhao
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville
22 shared publications
In database
- A Review of Current Research Trends in Power-Electronic Innovations in Cyber–Physical Systems
- A 150-kW 99% Efficient All-Silicon-Carbide Triple-Active-Bridge Converter for Solar-Plus-Storage Systems
- High Power Density Interleaved ZCS 80-kW Boost Converter for Automotive Applications
- Busbar Design for Distributed DC-Link Capacitor Banks for Traction Applications
- An 800-V High-Density Traction Inverter—Electro-Thermal Characterization and Low-Inductance PCB Bussing Design
Showing 5 of 22 shared publications
Luciano Garcia Rodriguez
Sandia National Laboratories (US)
18 shared publications
- A New SST Topology Comprising Boost Three-Level AC/DC Converters for Applications in Electric Power Distribution Systems
- Simple and efficient low power photovoltaic emulator for evaluation of power conditioning systems
- Design Trade-Offs for Medium- and High-Frequency Transformers for Isolated Power Converters in Distribution System Applications
- Passive Integration Using FMLF Technique for Integrated Boost Resonant Converters
- A comparison of isolated DC-DC converters for microinverter applications
Showing 5 of 18 shared publications
Chris Farnell
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville
16 shared publications
In database
- Modular multilevel converter with high-frequency transformers for interfacing hybrid DC and AC microgrid systems
- A Variable Inductor Based LCL Filter for Large-Scale Microgrid Application
- A Method for Open-Circuit Faults Detecting, Identifying, and Isolating in Cascaded H-Bridge Multilevel Inverters
- Design of a 2 MW DC supply using a 4-stage interleaved DC-DC converter
- A 13.8-kV 4.75-MVA microgrid laboratory test bed
Showing 5 of 16 shared publications
Andrés Escobar Mejía
Technological University of Pereira (CO)
16 shared publications
- A Semi-Markov Model for Control of Energy Storage in Utility Grids and Microgrids With PV Generation
- Placement of energy storage coordinated with smart PV inverters
- A New SST Topology Comprising Boost Three-Level AC/DC Converters for Applications in Electric Power Distribution Systems
- Loss comparison of selected core magnetic materials operating at medium and high frequencies and different excitation voltages
- Optimal battery chemistry, capacity selection, charge/discharge schedule, and lifetime of energy storage under time-of-use pricing
Showing 5 of 16 shared publications
Simon S. Ang
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville
15 shared publications
In database
- Realization of a Modular Indirect Matrix Converter System Using Normally Off SiC JFETs
- A 4 kV Silicon Carbide solid-state fault current limiter
- A 6.5kV wire-bondless, double-sided cooling power electronic module
- Harmonic distortion reduction in power inverters
- Solid-state fault current limiters: Silicon versus silicon carbide
Showing 5 of 15 shared publications
Germán G. Oggier
Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas (AR)
15 shared publications
- Extending the ZVS operating range of dual active bridge high-power DC-DC converters
- Optimal Medium-Voltage Cascaded H-Bridge Converters for High-Power Distribution System Applications
- Analysis of Current Resonances due to Winding Parasitic Capacitances in Medium-Voltage Medium-Frequency Transformers
- A Three-Phase Isolated Building Block for High-Power Medium-Voltage Grid Applications
- A Three-Level Isolated AC–DC PFC Power Converter Topology With a Reduced Number of Switches
Showing 5 of 15 shared publications
Alan Mantooth
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville
14 shared publications
In database
- Cybersecurity and Power Electronics: Addressing the Security Vulnerabilities of the Internet of Things
- High-temperature silicon carbide and silicon on insulator based integrated power modules
- Power-Semiconductor Devices and Components for New Power Converter Developments: A key enabler for ultrahigh efficiency power electronics
- A Comparison of Silicon and Silicon Carbide MOSFET Switching Characteristics
- Power Conversion with SiC Devices at Extremely High Ambient Temperatures
Showing 5 of 14 shared publications
Roberto A. Fantino
Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas (AR)
14 shared publications
- A 150-kW 99% Efficient All-Silicon-Carbide Triple-Active-Bridge Converter for Solar-Plus-Storage Systems
- High Power Density Interleaved ZCS 80-kW Boost Converter for Automotive Applications
- A Modular Switching Position With Voltage-Balancing and Self-Powering for Series Device Connection
- Synchronous-Variable-Frequency Control of Bidirectional DCM Interleaved DC–DC Converter for Wide-Range Enhanced Efficiency
- 150-kW Three-Port Custom-Core Transformer Design Methodology
Showing 5 of 14 shared publications
Arthur K. Barnes
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville (US)
11 shared publications
- A Semi-Markov Model for Control of Energy Storage in Utility Grids and Microgrids With PV Generation
- Selection of converter topologies for distributed energy resources
- Placement of energy storage coordinated with smart PV inverters
- Smart grid applications of selected energy storage technologies
- Optimal battery chemistry, capacity selection, charge/discharge schedule, and lifetime of energy storage under time-of-use pricing
Showing 5 of 11 shared publications
Alejandro Oliva
Centro Científico Tecnológico - Bahía Blanca (AR)
11 shared publications
- Extending the ZVS operating range of dual active bridge high-power DC-DC converters
- A PV dispersed generator: a power quality analysis within the IEEE 519
- Measurements of neutral currents and voltages on a distribution feeder
- A New SST Topology Comprising Boost Three-Level AC/DC Converters for Applications in Electric Power Distribution Systems
- Power-quality monitoring of a PV generator
Showing 5 of 11 shared publications
Shamar Christian
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville
11 shared publications
In database
- A 150-kW 99% Efficient All-Silicon-Carbide Triple-Active-Bridge Converter for Solar-Plus-Storage Systems
- High power density thermal management of discrete semiconductor packages enabled by additively manufactured hybrid polymer-metal coolers
- High Power Density Interleaved ZCS 80-kW Boost Converter for Automotive Applications
- Synchronous-Variable-Frequency Control of Bidirectional DCM Interleaved DC–DC Converter for Wide-Range Enhanced Efficiency
- 150-kW Three-Port Custom-Core Transformer Design Methodology
Showing 5 of 11 shared publications
Brian Rowden
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville (US)
10 shared publications
- A Three-Level Full-Bridge Zero-Voltage Zero-Current Switching Converter With a Simplified Switching Scheme
- High-temperature silicon carbide and silicon on insulator based integrated power modules
- High voltage, high power density bi-directional multi-level converters utilizing silicon and silicon carbide (SiC) switches
- A 4 kV Silicon Carbide solid-state fault current limiter
- Packaging Issues for High-Voltage Power Electronic Modules
Showing 5 of 10 shared publications
Fred Barlow
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville (US)
10 shared publications
- Power Conversion With SiC Devices at Extremely High Ambient Temperatures
- Extending the ZVS operating range of dual active bridge high-power DC-DC converters
- Characterization of SiC JFET for temperature dependent device modeling
- SiC JFET dc characteristics under extremely high ambient temperatures
- Power Conversion with SiC Devices at Extremely High Ambient Temperatures
Showing 5 of 10 shared publications
R.M. Schupbach
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville (US)
10 shared publications
- Comparing DC-DC converters for power management in hybrid electric vehicles
- Design methodology of a combined battery-ultracapacitor energy storage unit for vehicle power management
- The role of ultracapacitors in an energy storage unit for vehicle power management
- A versatile laboratory test bench for developing powertrains of electric vehicles
- 35 KW ultracapacitor unit for power management of hybrid electric vehicles: bidirectional DC-DC converter design
Showing 5 of 10 shared publications
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