Jean-François Affolter

Jean-François Affolter is a Researcher at the Haute école d'Ingénierie et de Gestion du Canton de Vaud (HEIG-VD), part of the HES-SO University of Applied Sciences and Arts. He specializes in renewable energy systems, electrical networks, and energy storage technologies. His work focuses on integrating renewable energy sources into smart grids, developing DC microgrids, and advancing hydrogen-based solutions for sustainable energy.

• Education: BSc HES-SO in Electrical Engineering from HEIG-VD.

Research Interests:

• Renewable Energy Integration (solar, wind, hydro).
• DC Microgrid Design and Optimization.
• Hydrogen Storage and Fuel Cell Applications.
• Power Electronics for Energy Conversion.

Key Projects:

• Hydrogen-based backup systems (2017–2020).
• Semi-autonomous DC microgrids for industrial sites (2017–2019).
• Solar-hydrogen hybrid boat prototypes (PlanetSolar, Hydroxy series).
• Electric marine propulsion studies (2014–2016).

Publications highlight innovations in transformer design for resonant converters, solar-PV grid integration, and optimal routing algorithms for solar-powered vessels. Collaborations include industry partners like ABB, MW-Line, and academic institutions across Switzerland and Europe.