• Renewable energy – wind energy
• Battery technology
• UPS Engineer

• Sithole, T. and Sumbwanyambe, M. 2026. “Impact of Periodic Cycling on Lithium Battery Performance in Standby UPS Systems: A Case Study of a Vertiv 100 kW”, International Journal of Electrical, Energy and Power System Engineering, 9(1), pp. 39-47. doi: 10.31258/ijeepse.9.1.39-47.
• Sithole, T.S., Snyman, L., Veeredhi, V.R. and Sithebe, T. 2023. Implementation and evaluation of a low speed and self-regulating small wind turbine for urban areas in South Africa. Engineering, Technology & Applied Science Research, 13(2):10553–10558. DOI: https://doi.org/10.48084/etasr.5697
• Sithole, T.S., Veeredhi, V.R. and Sithebe, T. 2023. Factory test of a TP-100 lithium-ion vision battery system for possible implementation in Soweto, Johannesburg, South Africa. Engineering, Technology & Applied Science Research, 13(3):10984–10988. DOI: https://doi.org/10.48084/etasr.5962
• Sithole, T.S., Veeredhi, V.R. and Sithebe, T. 2022. Small wind turbine blade optimization using blade elementary method theory (BEMT). International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology (IJISRT), 7(12):16–21. ISSN 2456–2165. www.ijisrt.com. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.7444983
• Sithole, T.S., Veeredhi, V.R. and Sithebe, T. 2025. Balancing strategies for reliable vision lithium battery operation. International Journal of Energetica, 10(1):10–15. ISSN2543–3717. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.47238/ijeca.v10i1.272.
• Sithole, T.S., Veeredhi, V.R. and Sithebe, T. 2025. Comprehensive analysis of AC and DC capacitor banks for UPS applications. International Journal of Electrical, Energy and Power System Engineering, 8(2):178–189. DOI:
  https://doi.org/10.31258/ijeepse.8.2.178-189
• Sithole, T.S., Veeredhi, V.R. and Sithebe, T. 2025. Samsung lithium ion battery for uninterruptible power supply. International Journal of Electrical, Energy and Power System Engineering, 8(1):55–71. DOI:https://doi.org/10.31258/ijeepse
  .8.1.55-71
• Sithole, T., Veerdhi, V. R. and Sithebe, T. 2025. “Review of Static Transfer Switch Applications in AC Power Systems: Enhancing Reliability and Fault Tolerance”, International Journal of Electrical, Energy and Power System Engineering, 8(3), pp. 314-322. doi: 10.31258/ijeepse.8.3.314-322
• Sithole, T.S., Veeredhi, V.R. and Sithebe, T. 2024. The BMS tool monitoring Vertiv UPS and Vision lithium-ion battery system. International Journal of Electrical, Energy and Power System Engineering, 7(1):55–66. DOI:
  https://doi.org/10.31258/ijeepse.7.1.55-66
• Sithole, T.S., Snyman, L.W., Veeredhi, V.R. and Sithebe, T. 2023. Optimizing small wind turbine blades: a BEMT approach. International Journal of Energetica, 8(2):36–43. ISSN 2543–3717. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.47238/
  v8i2.227
• Sithole, T.S., Veeredhi, V.R. and Sithebe, T. 2023. The predictive study on Soweto wind turbine results and Port-Elizabeth. International Journal of Electrical, Energy and Power System Engineering, 6(2):140–144. DOI:
  https://doi.org/10.31258/ijeepse.6.2.140-144
• Sithole, T.S., Veeredhi, V.R. and Sithebe, T. 2023. Predictive study on the application of the Soweto wind turbine results in the coastal region of South Africa. International Journal of Energetica, 8(1):01–11. ISSN 2543–3717. DOI: 
  http://dx.doi.org/10.47238/ijeca.v8i1.213
• Sithole, T.S., Veeredhi, V.R. and Sithebe, T. 2022. A review on small wind turbine aerodynamic performance for contribution of power supply for low wind speed areas. International Journal of Conceptions on Electrical and Electronics Engineering, 4(1). ISSN: 2345–9603. https://wairco.org/IJCEEE/C2217Paper
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• Sithole, T.S., Sumbwanyambe, M. 2026. The Impact of Periodic Cycling on Lithium Battery Performance in Standby UPS Systems: A Case Study of a Vertiv 100kW UPS. International Journal of Electrical, Energy and Power System Engineering,. https://ijeepse.id/journal/index.php/ijeepse

• PhD Engineering
• Post Doctoral Research Fellow – Department of Mechanical, Bioresources and Biomedical Engineering - Unisa
• Adjunct Academic – Department of Electrical and Smart Systems Engineering – Unisa
• Specialising in Electrical and Mechanical Engineering
• Currently a candidate member of the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA)
• Professional UPS Commissioning Engineer.

• Exploring the performance of diverse battery technologies
• Harnessing wind turbines in urbanised areas
• Evaluating the effectiveness of UPS and various battery setups at various site locations.

Renewable Energy – Wind Energy:

• Predictive Maintenance in Wind:AI-driven data analytics for gearbox and bearing health, drone-based blade inspections, and robotic repair tools.
• Grid Integration & Stability:Voltage/frequency ride-through strategies to manage wind intermittency and grid faults.
• 3D Printed and Sustainable Manufacturing: 3D-printed concrete towers and recyclable blade materials to improve construction timelines and circularity

Battery Technology:

• Next-Generation Stationary Storage: Solid-state batteries for grid-scale applications and non-lithium alternatives (e.g., sodium-ion, redox flow batteries)Battery Management Systems (BMS): Advanced state-of-charge (SOC) algorithms and thermal management for high-density systems (LFP and NMC)
• Battery Lifecycle Management: Closed-loop recycling for recovering rare earth materials from aging battery packs.

UPS Maintenance and Commissioning (Wind + Storage + UPS)

• Advanced Energy Management Strategies: Using AI and simulated annealing to optimize when wind energy is stored vs. dispatched, particularly for industrial microgrids.
• Hybrid Power System Control: Developing controllers for wind-battery-UPS setups to ensure seamless transition between grid-tied and stand-alone modes.
• Short-Term Power Forecasting: Utilizing wind forecasting data to manage battery state-of-charge and UPS backup capacity.

Postgraduate supervision:

Master of Engineering (M.ENG)

• Mr A. HOBANA, Working title: Optimisation of energy storage systems for renewable energy integration in South African TVET Colleges.
• Mr M. MACHABA, Working title: Optimization of Piping Systems Construction and Lifecycle Performance in Large-Scale Heavy Engineering Projects through Integrated Engineering and Management Approaches.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

• Mr S.G NKUNA, Working title: Development of adaptive control for a microgrid system by integrating wastewater sludge incineration and solar PV System.
• Mr T.A.A OKHAI, Design and development of silicon photonic chemical and biochemical sensors for clinical applications.

Short biography

Dr. T.S. Sithole is an accomplished Adjunct Academic  in the Department of Electrical and Smart Systems Engineering, were his expertise is leveraged to deliver solutions that blend electrical engineering with advanced smart technologies. Since embarking on his professional journey in 2014, Dr. Sithole has dedicated himself to both rigorous academic research and impactful fieldwork, making significant contributions to his disciplines.

In 2021, Dr. Sithole successfully obtained his master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, a pivotal achievement that laid the groundwork for his advanced studies. He subsequently commenced his PhD in Engineering in 2022, a program that he concluded with distinction in 2024. His doctoral research significantly contributed to the understanding and implementation of renewable energy technologies.He is currently enrolled for a second PhD program in (Electrical and Electronics) Engineering with the University of Johannesburg (UJ).

Dr. Sithole specializes in renewable energy, with a pronounced focus on harnessing the untapped potential of wind energy. His extensive experience in battery technology further enhances his capabilities, enabling him to design and integrate efficient energy storage systems. Over the course of his career, he has played a vital role in numerous uninterruptible power supply (UPS) commissioning projects. In this capacity, he has expertly managed the intricate process of system design, installation, and testing, leading to the successful handover of these high-performance systems to prominent industry clients. This role not only underscores his technical prowess but also highlights his commitment to pushing the boundaries of renewable energy solutions and ensuring that they meet the dynamic needs of the market.

Dr. Sithole's work is characterized by a proactive approach to problem-solving and a relentless pursuit of innovation in sustainable energy practices. His efforts are instrumental in shaping a cleaner, more resilient energy future, as he translates visionary concepts into practical applications that effectively address the pressing energy challenges of today.