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Matthew Gardner is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering at the University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas), affiliated with the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science. He joined UTD in August 2020 after earning his PhD in Electrical Engineering from Texas A&M University (2019) and a BS in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Baylor University (2014). His research focuses on electric powertrains, particularly the design, control, and diagnostics of electric machines, drives, and magnetic gears, with applications in aerospace (e.g., electric aircraft), renewable energy systems (e.g., wind turbines), and high-torque industrial systems.
His work emphasizes innovation in materials, manufacturing, and computational techniques to address challenges in high-power-density systems. Key areas include magnetic gear optimization, fault-tolerant motor design, and thermal management strategies. He leads the Electric Powertrains Laboratory, where research spans magnetic gear systems, multiphase winding configurations, and advanced motor control algorithms.
Recent publications highlight advancements in magnetic gear performance analysis, axial flux motor design, and fault mitigation techniques. His contributions address gear ratio optimization, eccentricity effects, and the integration of wide-bandgap semiconductors for improved efficiency. Gardner’s research also explores carbon fiber composite rotors and novel resolver designs to enhance reliability in harsh environments.
No awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. His lab collaborates on projects targeting electric aviation, wave energy converters, and lunar robotics, reflecting a blend of academic rigor and industry-relevant innovation.
