Welcome to GRAPES
The goal of the Research Center on GRid-connected Advanced Power Electronic Systems (GRAPES) is to accelerate the adoption and insertion of power electronics into the electric grid, in order to improve system stability, flexibility, controllability, robustness, and economy.
GRAPES is partially funded by the Industry/University Cooperative Research Center program of the National Science Foundation, while industry members fund the bulk of our research. Our work with industry focuses on improving power electronics technology and integrating it with the needs of industry and of the power grid as a whole.
Become a Part of the Stable Power Grid Solution
The stronger our network of allies, the more successfully we protect our energy delivery systems and infrastructure. Whether you are a student, industry leader, or concerned business owner, your support or involvement can help awareness and research to keep the power grid safe, stable, and economical.
Become a Student
Interested in being on the forefront of smart power grid research, with access to expert faculty and industry mentors?
Become a Member
Our industry members receive access to our facilities, faculty, and research, as well as opportunities to directly influence the path of our research.
Preview Our Research
Our teams conduct research and develop innovative tools and technologies for advanced power electronic systems and the “smart” grid.
Latest News
NCREPT Contributes to Wolfspeed Wide Bandgap Automotive Traction Inverter
"Wolfspeed Wide Bandgap Automotive Traction Inverter converts the direct current (DC) power stored in either a hybrid, plug-in hybrid or all-electric vehicle battery pack to a three-phase alternating current power used to energize one or more electrical loads. In the...
Welcome newest member – Typhoon HIL
Power Electronics and Microgrid Control Design & Testing in the 21st century As the energy sources, their complexity and their demands from the grid are evolving more rapidly than ever, Typhoon HIL makes it their mission to educate, empower, and consult power...
GRAPES Fall 2016 Semi-Annual Industrial Advisory Board Meeting
Getting Around Our GRAPES Fall 2016 Semi-Annual Industrial Advisory Board Meeting will be held on November 10-11, 2016 in Fayetteville, Arkansas. All GRAPES IAB members, faculty and students are invited to attend. Guests are invited to attend but will be...
UW-Milwaukee is developing a microgrid concept to power homes
TMJ-4 news in Milwaukee covered Rob Cuzner's development of a microgrid concept. Click the link below to see the full coverage. http://www.tmj4.com/news/local-news/uw-milwaukee-studies-microgrid-technology
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