Electric vehicle development has been a hot topic around the world. This PhD programme will develop artificial intelligence based design and control methods to optimize eletromagnetic performance and sustainablity of electric vehicle motor drive system. In this program, new machine learning/computer vision/deep learning methods will be developed and applied in motor design and control algorithms development, which will create a new breed of cutting-edge electric vehicle technologies around the world.

This project is open-ended making it suitable for MSc by Research and PhD level. For more information, please contact Dr Xing Zhao, email: xing.zhao@york.ac.uk

Academic entry requirements:

Candidates must have (or expect to obtain) a minimum of a UK upper second class honours degree (2.1) or equivalent in Electronic and Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics or a related subject.

How to Apply:

Applicants should apply via the University’s online application system at https://www.york.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-research/apply/. Please read the application guidance first so that you understand the various steps in the application process.

Artificial Intelligence Empowered Electric Vehicle Motor Drive System

University of York

Heslington, York YO10 5DD, UK

Artificial Intelligence Empowered Electric Vehicle Motor Drive System

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