Power electronics are a key element of modern traction drives. To achieve maximum performance of the electric powertrain it is necessary to have an understanding of the traction inverter itself and its interaction with the other components, namely electric machine and high voltage battery. Therefore, the aim of the thesis is to extend the existing knowledge at Porsche Motorsport and to investigate possible future power electronic concepts. Hence, the topic of the thesis can be centered around one or multiple of the following topics:

• Electromagnetic Simulation of Power Electronic Components
• Investigation of traction inverter topologies via Matlab/Simulink
• Investigation of modulation methods via Matlab/Simulink
• Thermal Modelling of Power Electronic Components

When applying please name the preferred kind of topic. The application and thesis can be written in either English or German.

• Study of engineering (e.g. electrical engineering, mechatronics or similar) with a focus on power electronics or electric powertrains
• Practical or theoretical experience in power electronics or electric powertrains
• Preferably prior experience in Matlab/Simulink - in dependence of topic experience with electromagnetic field simulation is helpful
• Fluent in English and/or German (application can be written in either English or German)
• Analytical thinking, structured and independent way of working

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