Special Session SS10

Superconducting Machines and Power Transmission Systems: Modeling, Simulation, Computation, and Experiments

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Introduction:

Superconducting machines and cryogenic power transmission offer exceptional current density, ultra-low losses, and extremely high power density, enabling transformation in next-generation electrified propulsion and high-efficiency energy systems. Their development depends on accurate multi-physics modeling, highly accurate electromagnetic and thermal simulation, and reliable experimental validation under cryogenic conditions. Predictive models are essential to understand AC losses, quench behavior, and cryogenic material properties, supporting the co-design of superconducting machines, high-frequency power converters, and integrated cooling architectures.
This special session aims to showcase recent progress in modeling, simulation, computation, control, and experimental testing of superconducting machines and cryogenic power conversion systems. Contributions are welcomed in electromagnetic and thermal modeling, AC-loss prediction, cryogenic power electronics, multi-physics co-simulation, digital twins, advanced control, cryogenic sensing, system integration, and prototype validation for aerospace, EV, marine, and high-power applications. Experts and scholars in relevant fields are cordially invited to submit manuscripts.
The topics of interest include, but are not limited to:
1. Electromagnetic design and multi-physics modelling of HTS/LTS superconducting machines/equipment;
2. AC-loss prediction, quench modelling, and cryogenic magnetic material characterization;
3. Cryogenic power converters and low-temperature component modelling;
4. High-power-density topologies for superconducting propulsion systems;
5. Thermal-fluid and cryogenic cooling system simulation (LN₂/LHe);
6. Electro-thermal-mechanical co-simulation and system-level optimization;
7. Digital twins, reduced-order models, and advanced computational methods;
8. Control strategies for superconducting motors and cryogenic power electronics;
9. Cryogenic sensing, measurement techniques, and EMI/EMC analysis;
10. Experimental validation, prototypes, and cryogenic testing of machines and converters.

SS10's Session Chair:

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Assoc. Prof. Xinkai Zhu, North China Electric Power University, China

SS10's Session Co-chairs:

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Prof. Xianglin Li, Qingdao University, China

Dr. Yuchen Wang, University of Bath, United Kingdom

Asst. Prof. Zhiheng Zhang, Zhengzhou University, China