معرفی
Dr. Xiang Zhang is a Senior Lecturer in Electrical and Electronic Engineering at Manchester Metropolitan University. He earned his PhD (2014-2017) and MSc (2012-2014) in Electrical Engineering from The University of Manchester and Xi’an Jiaotong University respectively, with a BSc (2008-2012) in Electrical Engineering and Automation from Xi’an Jiaotong University. As Fellow of the UK Higher Education Academy (FHEA), he specializes in power transformer thermal behavior, cooling systems, and dielectric material analysis.
- PhD Research: Transformer thermal modeling and cooling optimization
- Current Role: Focuses on transformer thermal dynamics and CFD simulations
- Languages: Chinese, English
His research integrates computational fluid dynamics (CFD), thermal analysis, and electrical insulation studies. Recent work explores oil flow distribution, alternative cooling liquids, and thermal capacity estimation under variable loads. He actively participates in international conferences and received multiple awards for academic excellence, including best paper recognitions at CIGRE and CMD.
Notable trends in his publications include: transformer thermal behavior analysis (10+ articles), cooling mode comparisons (2017-2020), CFD validation through experiments (2016-2018), and coolant type investigations (2016-2019). His work addresses critical challenges in power equipment reliability and efficiency.
- Scientific Awards
- Exceptional Performance Award (2020)
- Best Oral Presentation (IDCOMPU 2019)
- Best Paper Award (CIGRE 2018)
- Excellent Student Paper Award (CMD 2016)
- PhD Research Full Scholarship
- Honourable Mention (MCM 2011)
Dr. Zhang serves as Secretary of CIGRE A2.60 Working Group (2020-present) and maintains active research through collaborations with industry partners. His work combines experimental validation with numerical modeling to enhance transformer performance and longevity in diverse operational conditions.
