Temitayo Olowu, PhD
Senior Power Systems & Control Systems Research Engineer
Idaho National Laboratory
Friday, April 17 | Seminar: 2:00 pm. | 230A Davis Hall
This seminar presents recent advances in the control and optimization of integrated energy systems driven by the increasing penetration of distributed energy resources and flexible loads. The talk highlights the role of nuclear-enabled microgrids and high-temperature steam electrolysis (HTSE) as grid-interactive assets capable of enhancing system flexibility and resilience. An autonomous control framework suited for flexible loads such as HTSE, together with a multi-objective optimization approach, is introduced to balance voltage regulation, power losses, and hydrogen production. Results demonstrating key operational trade-offs will be presented. The seminar will also explore the use of deep reinforcement learning for real-time, adaptive control of complex energy systems operating under uncertainty. Collectively, these approaches offer a unified perspective on enabling scalable, efficient, and resilient next-generation power and energy infrastructures.
Temitayo Olowu is a Senior Power Systems and Control Systems Research Engineer at Idaho National Laboratory (INL). He holds an MS and a PhD from Florida International University, earned in 2020 and 2021, respectively. His research focuses on the development of intelligent control systems and optimization algorithms for integrated energy systems, as well as power electronics design. He has authored or co-authored more than 100 peer-reviewed journal articles and conference papers, written one book chapter, edited one book, and holds four U.S. patents.