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High Voltage Scientist Position @ AE

Dec 1, 2023

Join our dynamic team for an exciting opportunity to tackle cutting-edge high voltage challenges! We're looking for candidates with a robust background in high-voltage physics fundamentals who are eager to innovate and make a significant impact. If this sounds like you, apply now or send me a direct message for more details. Let's electrify the future together!

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CEIDP 2023

Oct 16, 2023

IEEE Conference on Electrical Insulation and Dielectric Phenomena (CEIDP) this year was special, marking the centennial edition of the conference that began in 1920 in Manhattan, NY. I presented our most recent work from the Avalanche Energy High Voltage group, titled "The Aging Effect of Surface Flashovers on Insulator Surfaces in Vacuum: A Case Study."

As a member of DEIS-Young Professionals, I helped organize the first-ever student award session,  multiple featured talks, and interviews with the veterans of the society.

My interview with Professor Reimund Gerhard

Joined the Editorial Board of IEEE TTE

Aug 30, 2023

I am excited to join as an associate editor to the editorial board of IEEE Transactions on Transportation Electrification (IF=7.0), a leading platform for sharing groundbreaking innovations on the path towards decarbonizing transportation systems. Find out more about the journal's scope and recent publications using the link below.

Dr. Craig Miller's Visit

Aug 23, 2023

I had the distinct honor of hosting Dr. Craig Miller today, a pioneering expert in the field of high-voltage vacuum phenomena, such as surface flashovers and arcs. We are fortunate that he resides in close proximity to the Avalanche Energy office, where we are continually pushing the boundaries of high-voltage vacuum technologies. I am eagerly looking forward to collaborating with him and benefiting from his extensive, five-decade-long experience in this domain.

Talk at 2023 ISDEIV

June 26, 2023

I had the pleasure of presenting our most recent paper at the 2023 IEEE International Symposium on Discharges and Electrical Insulation in Vacuum (ISDEIV) in Okinawa, Japan. The paper, which will be published soon, delves into our findings on the chemical impact of DC conditioning on the cathode surface in a high vacuum environment.

Podcast with Jason Cavness

May 27, 2023

I was a guest on The Jason Cavness Experience and we talked about high-voltage engineering and how it has regained its momentum after a period of stagnation. We also talked about fusion energy, my path to the United States, and many more.

Presentations at 2023 ICOPS

May 23, 2023

Our papers at the 50th IEEE International Conference on Plasma Science (ICOPS) were presented by our CEO, Robin Langtry. The papers will be published and shared soon!

Avalanche Energy Breakthrough!

Apr 25, 2023

Avalanche Energy has successfully closed a $40 million funding round (Series A) and achieved a record-breaking level of 200 kV for a fusion reactor.

Special Issue Kicked Off!

Apr 24, 2023

As the guest editor of the special issue of "Recent Advances in Electrical System Discharges" in the Machines journal, I am happy to invite experts in this field to contribute to the advancement of knowledge in electrical system discharges. If you have any exciting research or ideas to share, I invite you to submit your papers for consideration. Learn more in the link below and let me know if you have any questions!

Talk in Las Vegas!

Apr 21, 2023

I was invited to talk at the IEEE Las Vegas Tech Conference and Expo. During my session, I discussed how modern high voltage engineering is supporting Avalanche Energy in their pursuit of a cutting-edge line of colliding beam fusion power packs.

2023 IEEE CEIDP

Oct 30, 2022

I was privileged to share our recent high voltage innovation at Avalanche Energy. I presented our design of the 300kV vacuum bushing in the 2022 IEEE Conference on Electrical Insulation and Dielectrics Phenomena (CEIDP) held in Denver, CO, USA.

IEEE DEIS-YP Reboot

Sep 19, 2023

After a hiatus of few years, the IEEE Dielectric and Electrical Insulation Society Young Professionals (DEIS-YP) is back and I am happy to serve as the U.S. and Canada representative. If you want learn and engage in our activities, please follow us on LinkedIn!

New Article Published

Jan 31, 2022

Our recent study titled "Separation and Classification of Corona Discharges Under Low Pressures Based on Deep Learning Method" is now published in IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation!

PhD Defense

Jan 20, 2022

A journey has come to an end! I am thrilled to announce that I have successfully defended my Ph.D. dissertation at Virginia Tech titled "Partial Discharges: Experimental Investigation, Model Development, and Data Analytics". I hope to continue learning and contributing to the advancement of human society, ensuring a bright future for our next generations.

Joined Avalanche Energy!

Jan 3, 2022

I am beyond excited to join Avalanche Energy. Collaborating on the development of a micro fusion reactor, called the Orbitron, as a peaceful, unlimited energy source, driven by cutting-edge high voltage technology, is truly the opportunity of a lifetime.