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Dr. Mohammad Raja Al-Soeidat

Brief Introduction

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Dr. Mohammad Raja Al-Soeidat is a Jordanian electrical engineer and academic specializing in power electronics, renewable energy systems, and smart grid technologies. He currently serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at Al-Hussein Bin Talal University, Jordan. His research focuses on energy conversion, electric vehicles, and energy storage systems.

2. Story about Notable Contributions

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Dr. Al-Soeidat began his career in industry, joining Zain Jordan in 2013 as a Radio Access Network Engineer. He later transitioned to academia and research, serving as a Senior Research Assistant at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) from 2017 to 2021. In 2022, he joined Al-Hussein Bin Talal University as a Lecturer and was promoted to Assistant Professor in 2023. His work has advanced the understanding and practical implementation of renewable energy applications, power electronics reliability, and integration of energy storage systems into modern grids. He has also been recognized for securing funding to support his advanced studies, demonstrating his commitment to both research and educational development.

3. Principal Publications/Works

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Dr. Al-Soeidat has authored numerous publications in areas including power electronics, smart grids, renewable energy systems, and electric vehicle integration. Notable works include:

• Journal Articles:

  • "An Analog BJT-Tuned Maximum Power Point Tracking Technique for PV Systems" – IEEE Transactions on Circuits and Systems II: Express Briefs, 2019.

  • "Experimental Study of PV Strings Affected by Cracks" – IET The Journal of Engineering, 2019.

  • "Comparative Energy and Economic Analysis of Dish Stirling Engine and National Grid Electricity for Residential Building in Mafraq, Jordan" – Renewable Energy, 2024.

• Conference Papers:

  • "A Compact Three-Port DC-DC Converter for Integrated PV-Battery System" – IEEE International Power Electronics and Application Conference and Exposition, 2018.

  • "Reliability Assessment of Selected Boost-Converter-Based Three-Port DC/DC Converters" – IEEE Applied Power Electronics Conference, 2023.

  • "Investigation of Photovoltaic Panel Degradation Affected by Dust in Jordan" – IEEE International Power Electronics Conference, 2023.

• Ph.D. Thesis:

  • "Solar Power Generation Capability and Three-Port Converters for PV-Battery Powered Applications" – University of Technology Sydney, 2020.

4. Implications for Sciences, Humanities, and Society

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Dr. Al-Soeidat’s research addresses critical challenges in sustainable energy and modern electrical systems. By improving the reliability and efficiency of renewable energy technologies and supporting the integration of electric vehicles into smart grids, his work has significant implications for environmental sustainability, energy policy, and technological innovation in both Jordan and the broader international community.