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Kevin Kails

Kevin Kails

Electrical Technician Intern

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Energy Security Expert

  • Education

    • The University of Edinburgh

      2016 - 2020
      Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Superconducting generator for large direct-drive wind turbines

      Activities and Societies: • Establishment of the applied superconductivity laboratory at Edinburgh University• International conference on power electronics, machines and drives 2018• IES representative introducing superconductivity research at Edinburgh University in Taiwan and South Korea 2018• European conference on applied superconductivity 2019• Invited speaker at Safran R&T in Paris-Saclay• Formula Student power train sub-division leader• Tutor, Demonstrator and Marker for undergraduate and MSc courses My research focused on the design of a novel superconducting direct-drive generator for very large off-shore wind turbines. Electromagnetic modelling was at the heart of my research, using finite element analysis and analytical models to simulate the electromagnetic performance of rotating electrical machines. The aim of my research was to further increase the power density of our double claw pole generator design. During my research, I developed a novel stator design to reduce the structural… Show more My research focused on the design of a novel superconducting direct-drive generator for very large off-shore wind turbines. Electromagnetic modelling was at the heart of my research, using finite element analysis and analytical models to simulate the electromagnetic performance of rotating electrical machines. The aim of my research was to further increase the power density of our double claw pole generator design. During my research, I developed a novel stator design to reduce the structural mass of axial flux machines and explored new ways of stacking machine modules. In addition, I gained experimental experience dealing with high current applications. During my PhD, I was also in charge of establishing the applied superconductivity laboratory at the University of Edinburgh, which involved the commissioning of two cryostats and acquiring laboratory equipment. Show less

    • The University of Edinburgh

      2011 - 2016
      Master of Engineering - MEng Electrical Engineering with Renewable Energy

      Activities and Societies: Winner of the IEEE Communications Society Prize for being the best performing student in Satway (3rd year laboratory). My final year project was on the power density comparison between conventional and superconducting synchronous machines. The project involved the design of a 2.5 MW motor for ship propulsion and 2D finite element analysis. The superconducting machine designs were studied over a temperature range of 20 K to 77 K. Iron-cored, partially air-cored and completely air-cored topologies were investigated. Overall, the superconducting designs were found to be significantly smaller than conventional… Show more My final year project was on the power density comparison between conventional and superconducting synchronous machines. The project involved the design of a 2.5 MW motor for ship propulsion and 2D finite element analysis. The superconducting machine designs were studied over a temperature range of 20 K to 77 K. Iron-cored, partially air-cored and completely air-cored topologies were investigated. Overall, the superconducting designs were found to be significantly smaller than conventional machines. A partially iron-cored machine offers reduced superconducting tape requirements at the cost of slightly reduced power densities. Overall, superconducting machines were found to be significantly smaller and more efficient than conventional motors. Show less

  • Experience

    • ArcelorMittal

      Jun 2011 - Sept 2011
      Electrical Technician Intern

      During this internship I joined a small team in one of the major manufacturing plants in Luxembourg and took part in regular maintenance of electrical equipment.

    • Manelli & Associés

      May 2014 - Sept 2014
      Electrical Technician Intern

      • Working within a small team• Planning and laying of cables at the construction site of a hospital• Stock management on site• Maintenance of fire alarm systems• Programming and testing of GIRA KNX systems

    • The University of Edinburgh

      Jul 2016 - Aug 2020
      PhD Candidate

      My research focused on the design of a novel superconducting direct-drive generator for very large off-shore wind turbines. Electromagnetic modelling was at the heart of my research, using finite element analysis and analytical models to simulate the electromagnetic performance of rotating electrical machines. The aim of my research was to further increase the power density of our double claw pole generator design. During my research, I developed a novel stator design to reduce the structural mass of axial flux machines and explored new ways of stacking machine modules. In addition, I gained experimental experience dealing with high current applications. During my PhD, I was also in charge of establishing the applied superconductivity laboratory at the University of Edinburgh, which involved the commissioning of two cryostats and acquiring laboratory equipment. Show less

    • University of Edinburgh School of Engineering

      Jan 2017 - Apr 2020
      Teaching Assistant

      • Tutor, Demonstrator and Marker in Power Systems Engineering (Undergraduate Level)• Tutor, Demonstrator and Marker in Power Electronics & Machines (Undergraduate & MSc Level)• Tutor in Electrical Engineering Fundamentals (MSc Level)

    • University of Bristol

      Apr 2020 - Apr 2021
      Research Associate in Electric Propulsion

      During my time at the University of Bristol, I contributed to the research of technologies for electrically powered vehicles and aircraft, in particular focusing on the calculation and mitigation of AC losses in rotating electrical machines.Additionally, I managed the establishment of superconductivity research at the University, this involved creating a research road map, writing project proposals, managing funding and acquiring laboratory equipment.

    • BEISSEL & RUPPERT

      Nov 2021 - Oct 2022
      Engineering Consultant

      Development of energy concepts, design of electrical systems for buildings and planning and development of sustainable energy projects such as photovoltaic systems and electric vehicle charging stations.

    • Ministère de l'Énergie et de l'Aménagement du Territoire

      Oct 2022 - Nov 2023
      Energy Security Expert

    • Ministère de l'Économie - Luxembourg

      Nov 2023 - now
      Energy Security Expert

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Compressed & Cryogenic Gases Certificate

      Proactive Gas Safety Ltd
      May 2019
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  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Kevin Kails
      IEEE Communications Society Prize IEEE Oct 2014 Winner of the IEEE Communications Society Prize for being the best performing student in Satway (3rd year laboratory) at the University of Edinburgh. The laboratory involved the design and manufacturing of a PCB to display a TV signal on an oscilloscope