Information updated until 30/06/2026 CODE 118117 ACADEMIC YEAR 2026/2027 CREDITS 6 cfu anno 2 ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING FOR ENERGY TRANSITION 11955 (LM-28) - GENOVA SCIENTIFIC DISCIPLINARY SECTOR ING-IND/32 LANGUAGE English TEACHING LOCATION GENOVA SEMESTER 2° Semester OVERVIEW The course provides advanced knowledge of electric traction systems, with emphasis on electric drives and power electronics. It develops skills in modeling and control of electromechanical systems, considering adhesion constraints, energy efficiency, and integration with railway power supply systems. The course also introduces the role of electrified mobility in sustainable development, addressing performance, energy consumption, and environmental impact. Specific features of railway systems and basic aspects of transport planning for local public mobility are also covered. AIMS AND CONTENT LEARNING OUTCOMES The teaching has the aim of analysing the main features of the guided transport systems, with particular with particular reference to propulsion systems, power systems, signalling systems and to reference standard. AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES The course provides advanced knowledge of electric traction systems, focusing on electric drives, power electronics, and control of electromechanical systems. Students will acquire skills in modeling, control (FOC, DTC), and performance analysis of traction systems, considering adhesion limits, energy efficiency, and integration with railway power networks. The course also introduces transport economics, regulations, and planning, enabling students to assess technological, operational, and environmental impacts of mobility systems, including local public transport and integrated urban and extra-urban services. Graduates will be able to critically evaluate technological and control solutions, participate in the design and management of transport infrastructures and services, and communicate technical concepts effectively in multidisciplinary contexts. PREREQUISITES Basic knowledge of automatic controls, power converters and electrical machines and drives. TEACHING METHODS Theoretical lectures, numerical exercises, and simulation activities. Attendance is absolutely recommended. Students with valid certifications for Specific Learning Disorders (SLDs), disabilities or other educational needs are invited to contact the teacher and the School's contact person for disability at the beginning of teaching to agree on possible teaching arrangements that, while respecting the teaching objectives, take into account individual learning patterns. Contacts of the teacher and the School's disability contact person can be found at the following link Comitato di Ateneo per l’inclusione delle studentesse e degli studenti con disabilità o con DSA | UniGe | Università di Genova SYLLABUS/CONTENT Train motion dynamics and adhesion limits Railway power supply systems (AC and DC) Electrical machines for traction (induction and synchronous machines) Power converters for railway systems Control techniques for electric drives (FOC, DTC) Traction control and adhesion regulation Electric and regenerative braking Multi-system traction vehicles Sustainable mobility and local public transport: economic characteristics of the sector, regulatory framework, transport network design, service planning and management, infrastructure planning, performance indicators (efficiency and effectiveness), and environmental impact assessment methods Technologies for sustainable mobility and transport systems Applications in road and rail transport: charging infrastructures, autonomous driving, and innovative driverless systems Operational aspects and Life Cycle Cost (LCC) analysis European railway systems: network structure, interoperability, signalling systems, and ETCS/ERTMS RECOMMENDED READING/BIBLIOGRAPHY All the audiovisual material used during the lessons and other educational material will be available on aulaweb. In general, the notes taken during the lessons and the material on aulaweb are sufficient for the preparation of the exam. The texts indicated below are suggested as support for some parts or for further information: B. K. Bose - “Power Electronics and Variable Frequency Drives: Technology and Applications”, IEEE Press, 1996. Andreas Steimel, “Electric Traction – Motive Power and Energy Supply – Basics and Practical Experience” Oldenbourg Industrieverlag München, 2008. Fabrizio Marignetti, “La Trazione Ferroviaria – I sistemi a guida vincolata”, Esculapio Editore, 2018. TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD MARIO MARCHESONI Ricevimento: Professor Mario Marchesoni receives by appointment at the Department of Naval, Electrical, Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering (DITEN), via all'Opera Pia, 11a, first floor, Genova. For appointments send an email to: mario.marchesoni@unige.it. LESSONS LESSONS START https://corsi.unige.it/corsi/11955/studenti-orario Class schedule The timetable for this course is available here: Portale EasyAcademy Class schedule The timetable for this course is available here: Portale EasyAcademy EXAMS EXAM DESCRIPTION Oral exam. ASSESSMENT METHODS Details on how to prepare for the exam and on the degree of depth of each topic will be given during the lectures. The exam will focus on all the topics covered both during the lectures and during the exercises and will allow us to verify the knowledge of the theory taught and the ability to correctly formulate even complex problems and set their solution. FURTHER INFORMATION Ask the professors for other information not included in the teaching schedule.
