Dr. Henk Huisman

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Henk Huisman is an Assistant Professor in the Electromechanics Power Electronics group at the Department of Electrical Engineering at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). His research and teaching focus on precision power amplifiers and motor drives, particularly emphasizing isolated power converters with interleaved stacked (multilevel) circuit topologies. Through his work, he enables high Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) frequency control bandwidth using moderate switching frequencies. Huisman has authored or contributed to 34 conference papers, 10 articles, 6 patent publications, and 2 book chapters, addressing multiphase series-resonant power converters and flywheel applications. He aims to create new concepts in the control of power electronics for energy-efficient drives in the context of smart mobility.

Research Interests

Precision Power Amplifiers Motor Drives Isolated Power Converters Multilevel Circuit Topologies Energy-efficient Drives Smart Mobility

Experience

Assistant Professor (Part-time)

2017-01-01 — Present

Eindhoven University of Technology • Eindhoven

Part-time Assistant Professor focused on research in Electromechanics Power Electronics.

Senior Design Engineer Power Electronics

2011-01-01 — 2015-01-01

Philips Electronics • Eindhoven

Provided designs and solutions in power electronics.

Assistant Professor

1984-01-01 — 1996-01-01

TU Delft • Delft

Taught and conducted research in Power Electronics.

Requirements for Eindhoven University of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.4
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:65
Reading
Required:65
Writing
Required:65
Speaking
Required:65
Overall
Required:70
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or science discipline Specific subject knowledge related to the chosen program (e.g., Calculus, Linear Algebra) Maximum 15 ECTS deficiency for international applicants
Application Checklist
  • Certified copy of Bachelor's degree and transcript
  • Authenticated English/Dutch translation of documents
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Motivation Letter
  • Two letters of reference
  • Summary of Bachelor thesis/dissertation
  • Concise course descriptions of relevant subjects
  • Copy of passport
  • Proof of payment of application fee (EUR 100)
Specialization Notes

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