Renewable Energy and Smart Grid Research Institute
"Smart Energy and Offshore Equipment" Team

Power Electronic Energy System Laboratory (MPEES）

Academic identity

Professor/Doctoral Supervisor、“High-level Overseas Talents” from the Organization Department of the Central Committee of the CPC；Selected as chief young scientist of the National Key R&D Program、Shandong University “Outstanding Young and Middle-aged Scholars”、IET Fellow、IEEE Senior Member、IET Chatered Engineer、Associate Editor of IEEE Trans. Ind. Electron.（18-21）、Associate Editor of  IEEE Trans. Power Electron.（21-Today), Jinan City’s innovative leading talents (BClass)；Now the Special Committee of Variable Frequency Power Supply and Electric Power Transmission of the Power Supply Association、Youth Working Committee、Special Committee on Transportation Electrification、Member of several special committees (standing) of the Chinese Society of Automation such as predictive control；It is Germany、Polish Natural Science Foundation Judge；formerlyIEEEChairman of the Program Committee of the International Conference on Predictive Control of Power Electronics and Electric Energy Conversion Systems、President of the General Assembly。

Main study and work experience

2004-2008：Harbin Engineering University, Bachelor of Electrical Engineering(Double Degree in Law)

2008-2011：Shandong University, Master of Control

2011-2016：Technical University of Munich, Germany, PhD in Electrical Engineering(summa cum laude)

2016-2017：GermanyTechnical University of Munich,Research Fellow、Group Leader

2017-Today: Shandong University, professor, overseas liaison professor

2018-2022: Technical University of Munich, visiting professor

Personal information

Name:

Zhang Zhenbin

Gender:

Male

Date of birth:

1984

Hometown:

Jinan

Professional title:

Professor/Ph.D. Supervisor

Position:

MPEESLab Director

Tel:

0531-8839 2002

Email：

zbz@sdu.edu.cn

Research direction

Predictive control of high-power new energy power conversion system：

①Ocean wind power and its collection and grid connection,

②Smart micro energy system and energy storage,

③Intelligent operation and maintenance of power conversion system.

Academic works

Published more than 160 SCI/EI papers in internationally renowned journals and conferences，More than 50 papers included in authoritative journals。Have done the "Predictive Control of High Power Converter and Drive System" Tutorial six times at IEEE international conferences and industry academic seminars、Keynote and theme invited reports many times；Won the IEEE International Conference Best Paper Award six times；Guided students to win IEEE Best Speech and Best Paper Awards five times。

Some recent journal papers are as follows:

1. L. Liu, Z. Zhang, Y. Yin, Y. Li, H. Xie, M. Zhang, Y. Zhao, R. Kennel “A Robust High-Quality Current Control with Fast Convergence for Three-Level NPC Converters in Micro-Energy Systems”

IEEE Transactions on Industrial Informatics, 2023.

(Posted, IF: 11.648)

2. H. Chen, Z. Zhang, P. Karamanakos, J. Rodriguez “Digital Twin Techniques for Power Electronics Based Energy Conversion Systems”

IEEE Industrial Electronics Magazine, 2023.

(Posted, IF: 8.36)

3. M. Zhang, Z. Zhang, Z. Li, H. Chen, D. Hong “A Unified Open-Circuit-Fault Diagnosis Method for Three-Level Neutral-Point-Clamped Power Converters”

IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics, 2023.

(Posted, IF: 5.967)

4. M. Zhang, Z. Zhang, Z. Li, J. Wang, Y. Zhang, S. Liu “A Simple and Effective Open-Circuit-Fault Diagnosis Method for Grid-Tied Power Converters–A New Technique Based on Tellegen’s Theorem”

IEEE Journal of Emerging and Selected Topics in Power Electronics, 2023.

(Posted, IF: 5.462)

5. Q. Xing, Z. Zhang, T. Dragicevic, J. Rodriguez “Bias-Free Predictive Control of Power Converters with LCL-Filter in Micro-Energy Systems”

IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics, 2023.

(Posted, IF: 8.162)

6. O. Babayomi, Z. Zhang “Model-Free Predictive Control of Power Converters with Cascade-Parallel Extended State Observers”

IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics, 2022.

(Posted, IF: 8.162)

7. O. Babayomi, Z. Zhang, “Model-Free Predictive Control of Power Converters with Multi-Frequency Extended State Observers”

IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics, 2022.

(Posted, IF: 8.162)

8.  O. Babayomi, Z. Zhang, T. Dragicevic, J. Hu, J. Rodriguez “Smart Grid Evolution: Predictive Control of Distributed Energy Resources—A review”

International Journal of Electrical Power & Energy Systems, 2022.

(Posted, IF: 5.659)

9. Zhang Hao，Li Yu，Yin Yafei，Li Zhen，Zhang Zhenbin，"Integrated high-quality collaborative control strategy for DC microgrid"，Journal of Electrical Engineering, 2022.

(Posted, EI)

10. H. Kawai, Z. Zhang, R. Kennel and S. Doki, “Direct Speed ​​Control based on Finite Control Set Model Predictive Control with Voltage Smoother”,

IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics, 2022.

(Posted, IF: 8.162)

11. O. Babayomi, Y. Li, Z. Zhang, “Distributed consensus-based reactive power sharing in microgrids: A predictive virtual capacitance control technique”,

International Journal of Electrical Power & Energy Systems, 2022.

(Posted, IF: 5.659)

12. Y. Li, H. He, Z. Li and Z. Zhang, “Predictive Zero-Sequence Current Control of Multiple Paralleled Power Converters”,

IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics, 2022.

(Posted, IF: 8.162)

13. J. Rodriguez, C. Garcia, A. Mora, F. Flores-Bahamonde, P. Acuna, M. Novak, Y. Zhang, L. Tarisciotti, S. A. Davari, Z. Zhang, F. Wang, M. Norambuena, T. Dragicevic, F. Blaabjerg, T. Geyer, R. Kennel, D. Arab Khaburi, M. Abdelrahem, Z. Zhang, N. Mijatovic, R. P. Aguilera, "Latest Advances of Model Predictive Control in Electrical Drives—Part I: Basic Concepts and Advanced Strategies”,

IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics, 2022.

(Posted, IF: 5.967)

14. J. Rodriguez, C. Garcia, A. Mora, A. Davari, J. Rodas, D. Fernando Valencia Garcia, M. Fouad Elmorshedy, F. Wang, K. Zuo, L. Tarisciotti, F. Flores-Bahamonde, W. Xu, Z. Zhang, Y. Zhang, M. Norambuena, A. Emadi, T. Geyer, R. Kennel, T. Dragicevic, D. Arab Khaburi, Z. Zhang, M. Abdelrahem, N. Mijatovic, "Latest Advances of Model Predictive Control in Electrical Drives. Part II: Applications and Benchmarking with Classical Control Methods”，

IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics, 2022

(Posted, IF: 5.967)

15. J. Wang, L. Chen, Z. Liu, Z. Zhang and X. Zhang, “Optimized Parameter Design of the Dual-Loop Control for Grid-Forming VSCs With LC Filters”,

IEEE Transactions on Industry Applications, 2022.

(Posted, IF: 4.079)

16. Y. Sun, Z. Zhang, Y. Zhang, Y. Li and Z. Li, "A Time-Domain Virtual-Flux Based Predictive Control of Modular Multilevel Converters for Offshore Wind Energy Integration,"

IEEE Transactions on Energy Conversion, 2021

(Posted, IF: 4.877)

17. Y. Sun, Z. Zhang, Y. Wang, Z. Li and J. Rodriguez, “Robust Predictive Control of Grid-Tied Modular Multilevel Converters for HVDC Systems with Virtual-Flux Based Online Inductance Estimation,”

IEEE Transactions on Power Delivery, 2021

(Posted, IF: 4.825)

18. Z. Zhang, O. Babayomi, T. Dragicevic, R. Heydari, C. Garcia, J. Rodriguez, R. Kennel, “Advances and Opportunities in the Model Predictive Control of Microgrids: Part I—Primary Layer”,

International Journal of Electrical Power & Energy Systems, 2021.

(Posted, IF: 5.659)

19. O. Babayomi, Z. Zhang, T. Dragicevic, R. Heydari, C. Garcia, J. Rodriguez, R. Kennel, “Advances and Opportunities in the Model Predictive Control of Microgrids: Part II—Secondary and Tertiary Layers”,

International Journal of Electrical Power & Energy Systems, 2021.

(Posted, IF: 5.659)

20. F. Grimm, P. Kolahian, Z. Zhang, M. Baghdadi, “A Sphere Decoding Algorithm for Multistep Sequential Model-Predictive Control”,

IEEE Transactions on Industry Applications, 2021.

(Posted, IF: 4.079)

21. Y. Li, Z. Zhang, T. Dragičević, J. Rodriguez, “A Unified Distributed Cooperative Control of DC Microgrids Using Consensus Protocol”,

IEEE Transactions on Smart Grid, 2021.

(Posted, IF: 10.275)

22. C. Ma, H. Li, X. Yao, Z. Zhang, F. De Belie, “An Improved Model-Free Predictive Current Control with Advanced Current Gradient Updating Mechanism”,

IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics, 2021.

(Posted, IF: 8.162)

23. Z. Dong, Z. Li, X. L. Li, C. K. Tse, Z. Zhang, “Single-Inductor Multiple-Input Multiple-Output Converter with Common Ground, High Scalability and No Cross Regulation”,

IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics, 2021.

(Posted, IF: 5.967)

24. Y. Li, Z. Zhang, C. Hu, M. Abdelrahem, R. Kennel, J. Rodriguez, “A Full State-Variable Direct Predictive Control for Islanded Microgrids with Parallel Converters”,

IEEE Journal of Emerging and Selected Topics in Power Electronics, 2021.

(Posted, IF: 5.462)

25. Li Yu，Guo Hong，Ping Chaochun，Wang Xiaohui，Zhang Zhenbin，"Full state variable predictive torque control of permanent magnet synchronous motor drive system based on current source converter"，

Journal of Electrical Engineering, 2021.

(Posted, EI)

26. C. Zheng, T. Dragicevic, Z. Zhang, J. Rodriguez, F. Blaabjerg, “Model Predictive Control of LC-Filtered Voltage Source Inverters with Optimal Switching Sequence”,

IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics, 2020.

(Posted, IF: 5.967)

27. J. Wang, Y. Tang, Y. Qi, P. Lin, Z. Zhang, “A Unified Startup Strategy for Modular Multilevel Converters with Deadbeat Predictive Current Control”,

IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics, 2020.

(Posted, IF: 8.162)

28. Z. Dong, X. L. Li, C. K. Tse, Z. Zhang, “Derivation of Single-Input Dual-Output Converters With Simple Control and No Cross Regulation”,

IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics, 2020.

(Posted, IF: 5.967)

29. L. Yan, F. Wang, M. Dou, Z. Zhang, “Active Disturbance Rejection-Based Speed ​​Control in Model Predictive Control for Induction Machines”,

IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics, 2020.

(Posted, IF: 8.162)

30. X. Gao, M. Abdelrahem, C. Hackl, Z. Zhang, et al. “Direct Predictive Speed ​​Control With a Sliding Manifold Term for PMSM Drives”,

IEEE Journal of Emerging and Selected Topics in Power Electronics, 2019.

(Posted, IF: 5.462)

31. C. Liu, C. Liu, G. Cai, H. Ying, Z. Zhang, “An Isolated Modular Multilevel Converter (I-M2C) Topology based on High-Frequency Link (HFL) Concept”,

IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics, 2019.

(Posted, IF: 5.967)

32. Y. Sun, Z. Zhang, “Hybrid Predictive Control with Simple Linear Control Based Circulating Current Suppression for Modular Multilevel Converters”,

CES TEMS, 2019.

(Posted, Invited paper)

33. Z. Zhang, Z Li, M. Kazmierkowski, J. Rodriguez, R. Kennel, “Robust Predictive Control of Three-Level NPC Back-to-Back Power Converter PMSG Wind Turbine Systems with Revised Predictions”,

IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics, 2018.

(Posted, IF: 5.967)

34. M. Norambuena, J. Rodriguez, Z. Zhang, C. Garcia, R. Kennel, “A Very Simple Strategy for High Quality Performance of AC Machines Using Model Predictive Control”,

IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics, 2018.

(Posted, IF: 5.967)

35. B. Kahia, A. Bouafia, A. Chaoui, Z. Zhang, M. Abdelrahem, R. Kennel, “A direct power control strategy for three level neutral-point-clamped rectifier under unbalanced grid voltage”,  

Electric Power Systems Research, 2018.

(Posted, IF: 3.414)

36. Z. Zhang, H. Fang, F. Gao, J. Rodriguez, R. Kennel, “Multiple Vector Model Predictive Power Control for Grid-Tied Wind Turbine System with Enhanced Steady State Control Performances”,

IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics, 2017.

(Posted, IF: 8.162)

37. Z. Zhang, F. Wang, J. Wang, J. Rodriguez, R. Kennel, “Nonlinear Direct Control for Three-Level NPC Back-to-Back Converter PMSG Wind Turbine Systems: Experimental Assessment with FPGA”,

IEEE Transactions on Industrial Informatics, 2017.

(Posted, IF: 11.648)

38. Z. Zhang, J. Rodriguez, R. Kennel, “Advanced Control Strategies for Direct-Drive PMSG Wind Turbine Systems: Direct Predictive Torque Control Approaches”,

CPSS Transactions on Power Electronics and Applications, 2017.

(Invited paper, Posted)

39. X. Cai, Z. Zhang, R. Kennel, “Optimal control solutions for PMSM drives: a comparison study with experimental assessment”,

IEEE Journal of Emerging and Selected Topics in Power Electronics, 2017.

(Posted, IF: 5.462)

40. X. Cai, H. Sun, Z. Zhang, R. Kennel, “An Optimal Fixed Gain Filter for Angular Motion”,

IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics, 2017.

(Posted, IF: 8.162)

41. A. Mohamed, C. Hackl, Z. Zhang, R. Kennel, “Robust Predictive Control for Direct-Driven Surface-Mounted Permanent-Magnet Synchronous Generators Without Mechanical Sensors”,

IEEE Transactions on Energy Conversion, 2017.

(Posted, IF: 4.877)

42. Z. Zhang, C. Hackl, R. Kennel, “Computationally Efficient DMPC for Three-level NPC Back-to-Back Converters in Wind Turbine Systems with PMSG”,

IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics, 2016.

(Posted, IF: 5.967)

43. Z. Zhang, F. Wang, T. Sun, J. Rodrıguez, R. Kennel, “FPGA Based Experimental Investigation of a Quasi-Centralized Model Predictive Control for Back-to-Back Converters”,

IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics, 2016.

(Posted, IF: 5.967)

44. Z. Zhang, T. Sun, F. Wang, J. Rodriguez, R. Kennel, “A Computationally-Efficient Quasi-Centralized DMPC for Back-to-Back Converter PMSG Wind Turbine Systems Without DC-link Tracking Errors”,

IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics, 2016.

(Posted, IF: 8.162)

45. X. Cai, Z. Zhang, R. Kennel, “Improved Predictive Control of Three-level Neutral-Point-Clamped Power Converters with Decoupled Neutral-Point Voltage Balancing Control”,

IEEE Transactions on Industrial Informatics, 2016.

(Posted, IF: 11.648)

46. J. Wang, F. Wang, Z. Zhang, S. Li, R. Kennel, J. Rodriguez, “Design and Implementation of Disturbance Compensation-Based Enhanced Robust Finite Control Set Predictive Torque Control for Induction Motor Systems”,

IEEE Transactions on Industrial Informatics, 2016.

(Posted, IF: 11.648)

47. Z. Zhang, H. Xu, M. Xu, Z. Chen, T. Sun, R. Kennel, C. Hackl, “Predictive Control with Novel Virtual Flux Estimation for Back-to-Back Converters”,

IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics, 2015.

(Posted, IF: 8.162)

48. F. Wang, S. Davari, Z. Chen, Z. Zhang, D. Arab Khaburi, J. Rodreguez, R. Kennel, “Finite Control Set Model Predictive Torque Control of Induction Machine with a Robust Adaptive Observer”,

IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics, 2015.

(Posted, IF: 8.162)

49. Z. Chen, F. Wang, G. Luo, Z. Zhang, R. Kennel, “Secondary Saliency Tracking-Based Sensorless Control for Concentrated Winding SPMSM”,

IEEE Transactions on Industrial Informatics, 2016.

(Posted, IF: 11.648)

50. F. Wang, Z. Zhang, A. Davari, R. Fotouhi, D. Khaburi, J. Rodriguez, R. Kennel, “An Encoderless Predictive Torque Control for an Induction Machine with a Revised Prediction Model and EFOSMO”,

IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics, 2015.

(Posted, IF: 8.162), etc.

Main scientific research projects

1. The “14th Five-Year Plan” National Key Research and Development Plan (Young Scientist Project):

"High-power, low-cost offshore wind power efficient energy transmission theory and control technology"，22-26，Host。

2. “High-level overseas talents” project of the Organization Department of the CPC Central Committee (priority funding):

"Predictive control of high-power new energy converters and electric drive systems"，19-23，Host。

3. National Natural Science Foundation of China (General):

"High-quality collaborative predictive control of micro-energy systems"，23-26，Host。

4. National Natural Science Foundation of China (General):

"High-efficiency model predictive control of cascade structure of high-power wind power converter"，20-23，Host。

5. Shandong University “Qilu Young Scholars” Construction Project:On-campus talent plan, 17-22, hosted.

6. Shandong Province’s major scientific and technological innovation projects:

“High-power offshore direct-drive permanent magnet synchronous wind power converter and key control technology”，19-21, hosted.

7. Shandong Provincial Natural Science Foundation:

"Research on three-level power converter of permanent magnet synchronous wind power generation and its predictive control strategy"，19-21, hosted.

8. Jiangsu Provincial Natural Science Foundation:

"High reliability model of four-quadrant drive system of permanent magnet synchronous motorPredictive Control", 19-21, hosted.

9. Shenzhen Basic Research Project:

“Key theories and technologies for reliable control of interconnected converters in hybrid micro-energy systems”，22-24，Host。

10. ShenzhenOn the surfaceFund:

"Key theories and technologies for new energy grid-connected converter clusters and intelligent control"，21-23，Host。

11. Shandong University International Cooperation Fund:

Joint Center for "Smart Energy and High Power Energy Conversion"，20-24，Host。

12. 20 Colleges and Universities in Jinan City:

"10 MW offshore wind power system and its advanced control"，22-24，Host。

Also presides over the State Grid Headquarters、More than ten projects commissioned by enterprises such as CRRC Shandong Wind Power and China Ordnance Industry Corporation。

Academic Type

Teaching and scientific research type.