Call for Papers
The 8th IEEE International Conference on DC Microgrids (ICDCM) will be held on June 12-14, 2026 in Xi’an, China. This conference, sponsored by the IEEE Power Electronics Society (PELS) and organized by Xi’an Jiaotong University, serves as a premier global platform for showcasing groundbreaking research and advancements in DC microgrid technologies. Bringing together researchers, engineers, and industry professionals, the event fosters collaboration and knowledge exchange in this rapidly evolving field. Attendees can expect a technical program featuring keynote speeches, tutorials, sessions and excursions.
Topics (include but not limited to)
System Technologies
- System architectures
- System control and stability
- Protection techniques and hardware
- System security and resiliency
- Islanding detection and operation
- Hybrid AC and DC microgrids
- Standards, policies, and regulations
Power Electronics Technologies
- Power electronics devices
- Converters (AC-DC, DC-DC, solid-state transformers, energy routers, etc.)
- Converter control and stability
- High-efficiency power conversion
- Reliability, health management and fault diagnosis
- Protection and fault-ride through
- EMI design and control
- Standards for converters
Existing and Emerging DC Applications
- Distribution and sub-transmission
- Integration of renewables and energy storages
- Transportation electrification
- Electric vehicle charging infrastructure
- Remote and rural nano-grids
- Conventional and AI data centers
- Smart buildings and homes
- Industrial and commercial systems
- Shipboard, aviation and space
Other Advanced Technologies
- Modeling and simulation techniques
- Communication and digitalization
- Measurement and sensing techniques
- AI, big data, digital twins and cloud
- Wireless power transfer
Important Dates
- Digest submission due：Jan 11, 2026 Feb 10, 2026
- Notification of acceptance： Mar 20, 2026
- Final paper submission： Apr 15, 2026
Digest Submission
Prospective authors are invited to submit 2-page digests in English, covering the research objectives, methods and principal conclusions.
Publication
The conference proceedings will be submitted for inclusion to IEEE xplore online digital library and EI Compendex database.
FAQ
Q1: The provided template is designed for a full paper. How can I adapt it for a 2-page digest submission?
A1: Please adapt the standard IEEE conference paper template for your 2-page digest by focusing only on these three core sections: research objectives, methods, and principal conclusions.
Q2: Should I include an abstract in the 2-page digest?
A2: No, an abstract is not required.
Q3: Should I include author information in the 2-page digest?
A3: Yes, author information should be included as part of the digest.
Q4: Do references count toward the 2-page limit?
A4: No, references may be placed on a third page if needed.