Shyama Prasad Das

Shyama Prasad Das is a Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur. His expertise lies in the field of Power Electronics and Electrical Drives with over two decades of academic and research experience.

Education:

• PhD, IIT Kharagpur (1997)
• M.Tech, IIT Kharagpur (1992)
• B.Tech (Hons), IIT Kharagpur (1990)

Professor Das's research focuses on Power electronics, Electric Drives, Electrical machines, and Microprocessor Systems & instrumentation. His work addresses critical challenges in motor control systems, power quality enhancement, and advanced power conversion technologies. His research has resulted in significant contributions to direct torque control of induction motors and Unified Power Quality Conditioners (UPQC), with practical applications in industrial motor drives and energy-efficient power conversion systems.

His publication record demonstrates a strong emphasis on experimental validation alongside theoretical analysis, particularly in power converter topologies and motor drive systems. His work spans from fundamental control strategies to practical implementation of power electronic circuits for industrial applications.

Awards and Recognitions:

• INAE Young Engineers Award (2003)
• Senior Member IEEE (2002)
• Fellow, IETE (India) (2008)

Professor Das maintains an active research program with collaborations across academia and industry. His work contributes significantly to advancing power electronic technologies and their applications in various industrial settings, particularly in improving energy efficiency and power quality in electrical systems.