Kafeel Ahmed

Kafeel Ahmed is a Lecturer, Electrical Energy Engineering in the School of Science, Computing, and Engineering Technologies at Swinburne University of Technology. He is an active member of the New Energy Technologies research group and a key contributor to the Siemens Swinburne Energy Transition Hub. Kafeel facilitates industrial training programmes on PSSE and PSS SINCAL, offering comprehensive modules ranging from basic to advanced levels, with a focus on renewable energy integration. He received the B.E., M.Eng., and PhD degrees in Electrical Engineering from Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro, Pakistan (2010), the University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (2016), and Swinburne University of Technology (2023), respectively. Kafeel Ahmed’s academic career includes roles as Senior Lecturer at DHA Suffa University and Lecturer at Indus University in Pakistan. Before transitioning to academia, he gained valuable industry experience as an Assistant Manager in Distribution Network Operations at K-Electric. His research interests encompass renewable energy systems, microgrids, wireless power transfer, and power conversion technologies. A strong advocate for industry-engaged research, Kafeel has established numerous impactful partnerships with leading industries and research centers, contributing to innovative solutions in the energy sector.

Keynote Speech on:
Revolutionizing Electric Mobility Infrastructure Through Wireless Charging Systems

The global transition to electric mobility demands advancements in vehicle technology and a transformative rethinking of charging infrastructure. Traditional plug-in charging methods, while widespread, face significant limitations in terms of convenience, scalability, and integration with future smart grid ecosystems. Wireless charging—both static and dynamic—emerges as a game-changing innovation that promises seamless, safe, and intelligent energy delivery to electric vehicles (EVs), eliminating range anxiety and reducing dependency on physical connectors. This keynote explores how wireless charging systems are poised to revolutionise electric mobility infrastructure. It delves into the engineering principles behind inductive power transfer and recent breakthroughs in static and dynamic wireless charging for heavy-duty vehicles. Drawing from real-world pilot projects and ongoing research initiatives, including the development of retrofitted coil systems and advanced control architectures, the session will highlight opportunities for urban electrification, public transport transformation, and next-generation infrastructure planning.

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