VALENTINA VASILEVA RANKOVSKA

Valentina Vasileva Rankovska is an Associate Professor at the Department of Electronics, Technical University - Gabrovo. She holds a Doctorate in Technical Sciences and specializes in microprocessor systems, embedded electronics, and FPGA-based design. Her work focuses on innovative educational tools using open-source hardware (e.g., Arduino platforms) and advanced control systems in energy and automation.

Research interests include wireless energy transmission, digital signal processing, and IoT integration. She has led or participated in over 16 research projects, including electric vehicle conversion and smart home systems. Key contributions include developing FPGA-based systems for industrial applications and educational modules for embedded systems teaching.

Publications span 39 works, including 3 textbooks on microprocessor technology and numerous conference papers in international venues like ICEST and ET Conferences. Notable projects include contactless power transmission systems and microcontroller laboratory tools.

Her academic contributions emphasize bridging theory and practice through hands-on educational approaches, with a focus on cost-effective, open-source solutions for engineering education.