Jiawen Xi

Jiawen Xi is a Researcher in the Department of Electronic & Electrical Engineering at the University of Bath, affiliated with the Centre for Integrated Materials, Processes & Structures (IMPS) and the Centre for Sustainable Energy Systems (SES). Their research focuses on advanced power electronics and superconductivity applications, particularly for electric aircraft systems. Key areas include cryogenic DC circuit breakers, superconducting fault current limiters (SFCL), and hardware-in-the-loop testing.

Research interests span cryogenic power electronics, DC network protection, and sustainable energy systems. Recent work emphasizes integrating SFCLs with solid-state breakers to enhance fault tolerance in electric aircraft. Experimental studies include testing under varied fault conditions and optimizing cryogenic component performance.

Publications highlight contributions to DC circuit breaker design, SFCL modeling, and cryogenic converter systems. Collaborative projects address challenges in electric propulsion and sustainable energy conversion. No awards are explicitly listed, though research aligns with UN SDG goals related to affordable and clean energy.

Current projects involve developing high-current cryogenic DC breakers and bidirectional converters for aerospace applications. Lab affiliations include IMPS and SES, focusing on material science and sustainable energy solutions.