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Power Electronics Technology & Supply Chain Scenario

This basic level course will provide an introduction of various power applications in offshore wind energy such as power converter and control panels and further provide in-depth insights into the development process, value chain activities, supply chain setup and market outlook

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By the end of this course, you will have a clear understanding of

Basics of power electronics application and technology trends


Value chain activities, players and technology development process with OEM


OEM Supply chain setup for power electronics


Market size and outlook


Lessons in this course
1. Introduction to the course1:30
20 videos || 5 readings || 1 hr 20 mins to complete

Module 1 | Basics of Power Electronics Applications in Offshore Wind …………………………………………………………………….3 videos | 30 mins

1. Introduction to different power electronics systems and sub systems used in Offshore Wind plant1:30
50%2. Understanding of technical functioning and operating charecteristics of power converter and control panels5:40
0%3. Segmentation and application of power converters/ control panels based on technology (switching technology) and generator type3:20
0/104. Refresher Series and Test (1/5)10:00

Module 2 | Technology Trends of Power Electronics ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..2 videos | 15 mins

0%1. Evolution of Power Converters and Control Panels based on offshore wind turbine Evolution1:30
0%2. Technology Trends – Anticipated technology evolution (including digital alternatives) of power electronics in 15 MW platforms and beyond5:40
0/103. Refresher Series and Test (2/5)10:00

Module 3 | Value chain activities………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………4 videos | 15 mins

0%1. Overview of value chain activities: development to serial production1:30
0%2. Power electronics Development process for new platforms including certification as per industry standards5:40
0%3. Typical OEM supply agreement contract and supplier responsibilities3:40
0%4. Typical BOM requirements for power converter and control panels serial production7:20
0/105. Refresher Series and Test (3/5)10:00

Module 4 | OEM Supply chain setup for power electronics……………………………………………………………………………………………………..4 videos | 15 mins

0%1. Overview of supply chain including key requirements for power electronics development and serial production1:30
0%2. OEM sourcing strategy and key supplier landscape5:40
0%3. High level converter and control panel cost breakup3:40
0%4. Supply chain risks such as raw material unavailability7:20
0/105. Refresher Series and Test (4/5)10:00

Module 5 | Market size and outlook…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………2 videos | 15 mins

0%1. Current power converter/ control panel market size based on technology segment1:30
0%2. Market outlook towards 2030/505:40
0/103. Refresher Series and Test (4/5)10:00