Time: Thursday, 23rd April, 16:30 – 18:00
Place: Alsion, U106 (go to the main entrance, turn right and walk for about 50m, the room is on your right)
Sign-up: Sunday, 19th April, 23:59
Sandwiches will be served, if you have special dietary needs then you can order a chicken or vegetarian sandwich by sending an email to Krzysztof (krzys@mmmi.sdu.dk)
Description
This talk explores how Artificial Intelligence is transforming Variable Speed Drives (VSDs) from traditional motor controllers into intelligent, adaptive systems. We will examine how modern drives increasingly operate as distributed data processors, leveraging AI across cloud, fog, and edge layers to enhance performance and reliability. The presentation highlights several practical AI applications already shaping the next generation of VSDs, including motor nameplate detection using image recognition, embedded condition monitoring for predictive maintenance, lifetime prediction of drive components, and the use of reinforcement learning to optimize motor control and energy efficiency. Finally, we look ahead to the emerging paradigm of self-learning, autonomous drive systems capable of continuous adaptation without human intervention. The goal is to provide a concrete and realistic view of how AI is unlocking new capabilities in VSDs, improving energy savings, maintenance practices, and overall user experience.
Speaker
Norbert Hanigovszki is Director, at Danfoss Power Electronics, based in Gråsten, Denmark. He leads technology development within the Danfoss Drives Gråsten organization, with a focus on power electronics, motor control, predictive maintenance, and AI/ML. Norbert Hanigovszki holds a Ph.D. from Aalborg University and is a senior member of IEEE.
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