Assist. Prof. Dr BURAK AKIN, YTU, Turkey
Assist. Prof. Dr. Burak Akฤฑn is an academician at Yฤฑldฤฑz Technical University, specializing in Electrical and Electronics Engineering. He holds a doctorate from Yฤฑldฤฑz Technical University (2001-2008) and has extensive research in energy, renewable energy, and engineering technology. He has been an Assistant Professor since 2013, also holding roles such as Deputy Head of the Department and Commission Chair. Dr. Akฤฑn advises postgraduate and doctoral students, with research published in SCI journals. His academic contributions extend to organizing national and international scientific events and refereeing for journals. His expertise includes power systems, battery management, and optimization algorithms. โก๐๐
Publication Profile
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Education & Career
Assist. Prof. Dr. Burak Akฤฑn is an accomplished expert in Electrical and Electronics Engineering with a Doctorate from Yฤฑldฤฑz Technical University, Turkey. With over two decades of academic experience, he began his career as a research assistant and progressively advanced to his current role as an assistant professor. Dr. Akฤฑn is dedicated to research and education in his field, contributing significantly to advancements in Electrical and Electronics Engineering. Currently serving at Yฤฑldฤฑz Technical University, he continues to inspire and mentor students while driving forward innovative research. ๐ฌ๐๐ก๐
Academic & Administrative Roles
Dr. Akฤฑn is a dedicated academic leader at Yฤฑldฤฑz Technical University, actively engaged in shaping educational strategies and overseeing key academic initiatives. He holds leadership roles in various university committees, where he influences decision-making processes and contributes to the growth of the institution. Dr. Akฤฑn is also deeply involved in supervising multiple postgraduate theses, guiding students through their research journeys. His commitment to academic excellence and leadership is evident in his continuous efforts to enhance the university’s educational framework and support the next generation of scholars. ๐๐๐ผ๐จโ๐ซ
Non-Academic Experience
Dr. Akฤฑn has significantly contributed to various legal proceedings by offering his expert knowledge in electrical engineering and technology. His insights have proven invaluable in legal contexts, showcasing his ability to bridge the gap between technical expertise and legal matters. With a strong background in engineering, Dr. Akฤฑn has applied his skills in areas like patent law, intellectual property, and technology-related disputes. His versatility in both technical and legal domains has enhanced his professional reputation, allowing him to be a trusted expert in his field. โ๏ธ๐๐๐ก
Projects
B. Akฤฑn has contributed to various projects focused on power electronics and renewable energy systems. Key projects include the development of a safe onboard charging unit for electric vehicle batteries (TรBฤฐTAK, 2023) and a three-phase power factor correction circuit for charging stations (TรBฤฐTAK, 2022-2023). He also worked on a compact DC/DC converter (2020-2021), a smart turnstile system (TรBฤฐTAK, 2018-2019), and solutions for reducing the impact of energy-efficient lamps on the grid (2015-2017). Other notable projects include induction ovens (2011-2013) and power factor correction circuits (2005-2008), emphasizing renewable energy applications ๐๐โก.
Book Chapters
Assist. Prof. Dr. Burak Akฤฑn contributed to several important topics in physics in 2015. He authored chapters in the book Fen ve Mรผhendisler iรงin Fizik (Physics for Science and Engineers), edited by D. Esra Yฤฑldฤฑz, Erol Kurt, and H. Hilal Kurt, published by Nobel Yayฤฑn Daฤฤฑtฤฑm. His chapters include Kinetic Theory of Gases (pp. 1-17), Temperature, Heat, and Heat Transfer (pp. 1-17), and The First and Second Laws of Thermodynamics (pp. 1-17). These works have provided valuable insights into fundamental principles of physics for engineering and science students. โ๏ธ๐๐ก๏ธ
Research Focus
Assist. Prof. Dr. Burak Akฤฑnโs research primarily focuses on optimization techniques for energy systems, particularly in photovoltaic (solar power) applications. His work includes innovative algorithms such as the grey wolf optimization and hybrid particle swarm algorithms for efficient energy management, battery charging, and maximum power point tracking (MPPT). Additionally, he explores feedback control systems and converter designs, aiming to improve energy storage systems and power conversion efficiency. His contributions support sustainable energy solutions, particularly in optimizing the performance of solar and battery systems. ๐โก๐๐งโ๐ป
Publication Top Notes
A modified multi-stepped constant current based on gray wolf algorithm for photovoltaics applications
An improved constant current step-based grey wolf optimization algorithm for photovoltaic systems
Transformer rail-tapped buck-boost converter design-based feedback controller for battery charging systems
MPPT mechanism based on novel hybrid particle swarm optimization and salp swarm optimization algorithm for battery charging through simulink
A novel hybrid series salp particle Swarm optimization (SSPSO) for standalone battery charging applications
Improved salp swarm algorithm based on particle swarm optimization for maximum power point tracking of optimal photovoltaic systems
DESIGN AND ANALYSIS OF A FLYBACK CONVERTER WITH IMPROVED SNUBBER CELLS