Adrian Ilinca

Adrian Ilinca is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at École de Technologie Supérieure (ETS), Canada. He specializes in renewable energy systems, particularly wind power, energy storage, and cold-climate energy technologies. His research focuses on optimizing hybrid systems, aeroelasticity, and decarbonization strategies for remote communities. He holds a PhD from École Polytechnique de Montréal and has supervised numerous graduate students.

Research interests include:

• Wind turbine aerodynamics and icing effects
• Hybrid wind-diesel systems with compressed air storage
• Energy storage technologies (batteries, CAES)
• Cold-climate renewable energy adaptation
• AI-driven energy load analysis

Recent publications highlight advancements in battery management systems, wave energy converters, and decarbonization strategies. He leads the ÉDÉ laboratory, focusing on sustainable energy solutions. His work bridges academic research with industrial applications, addressing challenges in remote mining operations and off-grid electrification.

Supervision includes over 30 PhD, master’s, and project students, reflecting his commitment to training next-generation energy experts. Key collaborations involve Kruger Énergie, EDF Renewables, and mining sectors in Canada.