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Juan Carlos Balda
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Lecturer at the University o
Also affiliated: Office of Naval Research (2002); Technological University of Pereira (2015); Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (1987); Arkansas Power Electronics International (2010); Clemson University (1988–1990); University of KwaZulu-Natal (1984–1988); Technical University of Denmark (2013)
Faculty Researcher
32 h-index
252 pubs
4,245 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: 4,245
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 3<sup>rd</sup> 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
Yue Zhao
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville
12 shared publications
In database
- A Review of Current Research Trends in Power-Electronic Innovations in Cyber–Physical Systems
- High Power Density Interleaved ZCS 80-kW Boost Converter for Automotive Applications
- A Current-Fed Dual-Half-Bridge-Based Composite Converter With Improved Light-Load Efficiency Through a Multi-Variable Optimization
- A Three-Phase Isolated Building Block for High-Power Medium-Voltage Grid Applications
- Design of Nanocrystalline Medium-Voltage Medium-Frequency Three-Phase Transformers for Grid-Connected Applications
Showing 5 of 12 shared publications
Germán G. Oggier
Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas (AR)
12 shared publications
- 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 High-Efficiency Isolated PFC AC–DC Topology With Reduced Number of Semiconductor Devices
- A Three-Phase Isolated Building Block for High-Power Medium-Voltage Grid Applications
- Static and Dynamic Characterization of 3.3-kV SiC MOSFET Modules With and Without External Anti- Parallel SiC JBS Diode
Showing 5 of 12 shared publications
Roberto A. Fantino
Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas (AR)
10 shared publications
- 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
- Design of Nanocrystalline Medium-Voltage Medium-Frequency Three-Phase Transformers for Grid-Connected Applications
- Inductor and Transformer-Coupled Magnetic Structure for Zero-Ripple dc-dc Ćuk Converter
- Construction and Testing of a 13.8 kV, 750 kVA 3-Phase Current Compensator Using Modular Switching Positions
Showing 5 of 10 shared publications
Ahmed Rahouma
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville
10 shared publications
In database
- Optimal Medium-Voltage Cascaded H-Bridge Converters for High-Power Distribution System Applications
- Static and Dynamic Characterization of 3.3-kV SiC MOSFET Modules With and Without External Anti- Parallel SiC JBS Diode
- A Review of Medium-Voltage Front-End Converters for Grid-Connected Battery Energy Storage Systems
- A Medium-Voltage SiC Flying Capacitor Converter Design for 25-kV Distribution Systems
- Construction and Testing of a 13.8 kV, 750 kVA 3-Phase Current Compensator Using Modular Switching Positions
Showing 5 of 10 shared publications
Shamar Christian
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville
8 shared publications
In database
- 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
- Etching Process to Reduce Interlamination Short Circuits and Core Loss Comparison for Tape-Wound Cut Cores
- Inductor Encapsulation-Based Thermal Management Enabling Increased Power Density
Showing 5 of 8 shared publications
Roderick Amir Gomez
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville
7 shared publications
In database
- High Power Density Interleaved ZCS 80-kW Boost Converter for Automotive Applications
- A Three-Phase Isolated Building Block for High-Power Medium-Voltage Grid Applications
- Comparison of High-Frequency Ferrite and Nanocrystalline Core Losses Using Identical Geometries
- Etching Process to Reduce Interlamination Short Circuits and Core Loss Comparison for Tape-Wound Cut Cores
- Three Phase Dual Active Bridges with Integrated Series Inductance using 10-kV SiC MOSFETs for Medium-Voltage Grid Applications
Showing 5 of 7 shared publications
David A. Porras
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville
7 shared publications
In database
- Optimal Medium-Voltage Cascaded H-Bridge Converters for High-Power Distribution System Applications
- A Three-Phase Isolated Building Block for High-Power Medium-Voltage Grid Applications
- Three Phase Dual Active Bridges with Integrated Series Inductance using 10-kV SiC MOSFETs for Medium-Voltage Grid Applications
- A Hybrid Si/SiC MV Power Conditioning System for Ultra-Fast Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
- A 4.16kV/750kVA MV Power Conditioning System for Distribution System Applications
Showing 5 of 7 shared publications
Sudip K. Mazumder
University of Illinois Chicago (US)
5 shared publications
- A Review of Current Research Trends in Power-Electronic Innovations in Cyber–Physical Systems
- Inductor and Transformer-Coupled Magnetic Structure for Zero-Ripple dc-dc Ćuk Converter
- Cyber Resiliency of a Solid-State Power Substation
- Serial Peripheral Interface Based Primary Layer Control of a Solid State Transformer
- CFP for PEDG 2021
Roderick A. Gomez Jimenez
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville
5 shared publications
In database
- Analysis of Current Resonances due to Winding Parasitic Capacitances in Medium-Voltage Medium-Frequency Transformers
- Design of Nanocrystalline Medium-Voltage Medium-Frequency Three-Phase Transformers for Grid-Connected Applications
- Optimization Design Algorithm for Dual-Active Bridge Converters Using Parallel Power Modules
- Non-Dissipative Regenerative Snubber for Isolated DC-DC Cuk Converter
- High-Frequency Effects on Magnetics and Converter Performance: Implications for Power Electronic Converter Design
H. Alan Mantooth
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville
4 shared publications
In database
- A Review of Current Research Trends in Power-Electronic Innovations in Cyber–Physical Systems
- The National Center for Reliable Electric Power Transmission Test Facility
- Hardware-in-the-Loop Test Verification Method for Industrial Microgrid Solutions
- Microgrid Controller Validation via High-Power Alpha Testing Wesley G. Schwartz
R. Adapa
Electric Power Research Institute (US)
4 shared publications
- Cyber Resiliency of a Solid-State Power Substation
- Construction and Testing of a 13.8 kV, 750 kVA 3-Phase Current Compensator Using Modular Switching Positions
- Serial Peripheral Interface Based Primary Layer Control of a Solid State Transformer
- Selection of HV SiC MOSFET Modules for MV-CHB for Distribution System Applications
David A. Porras Fernandez
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville
4 shared publications
In database
- Comparison of High-Frequency Ferrite and Nanocrystalline Core Losses Using Identical Geometries
- Optimization Design Algorithm for Dual-Active Bridge Converters Using Parallel Power Modules
- Non-Dissipative Regenerative Snubber for Isolated DC-DC Cuk Converter
- High-Frequency Effects on Magnetics and Converter Performance: Implications for Power Electronic Converter Design
R. Adapa
Electric Power Research Institute (US)
3 shared publications
- Optimal Medium-Voltage Cascaded H-Bridge Converters for High-Power Distribution System Applications
- A Medium-Voltage SiC Flying Capacitor Converter Design for 25-kV Distribution Systems
- A Hybrid Si/SiC MV Power Conditioning System for Ultra-Fast Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
Aniket Ajay Lad
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (US)
3 shared publications
- High power density thermal management of discrete semiconductor packages enabled by additively manufactured hybrid polymer-metal coolers
- Conventional and topologically optimized polymer manifolds for direct cooling of power electronics
- A 155 KW/L 800 V Traction Inverter Using Discrete SiC Devices
Nenad Miljkovic
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (US)
3 shared publications
- High power density thermal management of discrete semiconductor packages enabled by additively manufactured hybrid polymer-metal coolers
- Conventional and topologically optimized polymer manifolds for direct cooling of power electronics
- A 155 KW/L 800 V Traction Inverter Using Discrete SiC Devices
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