Alex Mouapi

Dr. Alex Mouapi is a Lecturer in the Department of Electrical Engineering at Polytechnique Montréal, specializing in energy harvesting systems for wireless communications and IoT. His research bridges theoretical frameworks with industrial applications, particularly in autonomous sensor networks.

Education

• Ph.D. in Engineering, Université du Québec à Chicoutimi (UQAC)/Université du Québec en Abitibi-Témiscamingue (UQAT)
• M.Sc. in Engineering, Université du Québec en Abitibi-Témiscamingue (UQAT)
• Master in Physics (Electronics), University of Dschang, Cameroon
• B.Sc. in Physics, University of Dschang, Cameroon
• Diploma in Technical Education (Electrotechnics), University of Douala, Cameroon

Research Focus

Dr. Mouapi's research centers on sustainable energy solutions for wireless devices. Key areas include:

• Energy Harvesting Systems: RF and piezoelectric microgenerators for self-powered sensors
• Circuit Design: Optimization of voltage doublers, rectifiers, and power management circuits
• Industrial IoT: Applications in mining, manufacturing, and infrastructure monitoring
• Predictive Algorithms: Energy forecasting and allocation for network efficiency

Publication Trends

His 33 publications demonstrate consistent focus on energy autonomy for industrial sensors. Recent works (2020-2022) emphasize RF harvesting circuit optimization and IoT integration, with theoretical contributions in efficiency modeling and practical validations through industrial case studies.

Laboratory & Collaborations

While no dedicated lab is specified, his research involves simulations and prototyping for energy systems. Collaborations include industrial partners in mining and manufacturing sectors.