Parthasarathi Sensarma

Parthasarathi Sensarma is a Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur), specializing in Power Electronics. His research focuses on power electronic applications to power systems, power quality, FACTS devices, power supplies, and utility interfaces for renewable generation.

Education:

• PhD, Indian Institute of Science Bangalore, 2001
• M.Tech, Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, 1992
• B.E., Jadavpur University, 1990

Professor Sensarma's research interests center on power electronics applications in power systems, with particular emphasis on power quality improvement, FACTS (Flexible AC Transmission Systems) devices, power supply design, and integrating renewable energy sources into the grid. His work bridges theoretical electrical engineering concepts with practical power system applications, addressing critical challenges in modern energy infrastructure.

His publications demonstrate consistent contributions to power electronics, particularly in converter design, control systems for grid integration, and renewable energy applications. Research trends show a focus on improving efficiency and reliability of power electronic systems, with particular attention to control algorithms for power quality enhancement and renewable energy integration.

Professor Sensarma maintains an active research program within IIT Kanpur's Department of Electrical Engineering, contributing to the institution's reputation in power systems research. His work addresses contemporary challenges in power electronics as they relate to modern grid requirements and the increasing integration of renewable energy sources.