Di Han

Monolithic Power Systems (United States), University of Wisconsin–Madison

Papers

Total Citations

155

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About

Di Han is a leading researcher in the field of high-performance electrified actuation systems, with a primary focus on the integration of electric motor drives and wide-bandgap (WBG) power electronics. His work addresses critical challenges in decentralized actuation, particularly for applications requiring high efficiency and thermal resilience. Han’s most cited paper, a 2018 review on integrated motor drives and WBG power electronics for electro-hydrostatic actuators, has garnered 137 citations, underscoring its influence in advancing compact, high-temperature actuation solutions. He demonstrates how WBG devices, capable of operating above 170°C with fast switching speeds, enable unprecedented efficiency and power density. His 2017 paper further explores these synergies, laying groundwork for next-generation aerospace and industrial systems. Han’s contributions are pivotal for electrified actuation, where thermal management and miniaturization are paramount. By bridging motor design and advanced power electronics, he has shaped a trajectory toward more reliable, high-performance systems. His work continues to inspire innovations in wide-bandgap integration, making him a key figure in modern power electronics and actuation research.