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Multilevel converters, which are supplied by cascaded capacitors and non-isolated DC sources, can not operate without capacitor voltage balancing. This paper proposes a capacitor voltage balancing technique for the dual three-level T-type advanced converter topology. The reason behind the capacitor voltage unbalance, of this topology, is discussed and clarified by using the converter power circuit...
The conventional structure of distribution grids has been changing due to the inclusion of distributed generation (DG) near to consumption centers. This inclusion could have several impacts on chargeability and voltage levels of the distribution systems. In this paper positive and negative impacts of DG penetration are characterized in terms of sizing and location of the DG. Three scenarios of DG...
The use of electromagnetic simulations is crucial in radiofrequency and microwave circuits since accurate estimations of parasitics and performances are essential. In addition, design methodologies based on optimization algorithms have been used in order to design such circuits, while efficiently exploring its design trade-offs. However, due to the high computational cost, optimization-based methodologies...
This paper presents the modeling and control study of an AC-AC Dual Active Bridge (DAB) converter for solid state transformer (SST) applications. The DAB converter under study consists of a full bridge converter on one side and a half bridge converter on the other, both with four-quadrant switches connected through a high-frequency transformer. The direct AC-AC connection reduces the conversion stages,...
This paper analyzes the performance of three different topologies namely parallel, serial and variable-structure circuit of switched-diode-capacitor voltage accumulator (SDCVA). The converters are modelled in MATLAB/Simulink environment. Simulation is carried out to investigate the performance of the converters and the results are discussed. The optimum topology is identified based on the voltage...
Basically, the output voltage in renewable energy sources is improved using the boost converter, which is the key part in a photovoltaic chain. In this converter, the switching frequency is limited; hence the output voltage is reduced. To overcome this problem, two topologies are proposed; the quadratic boost converter results by combining the components of two boost converters by using single switch...
This paper presents a new asymmetrical single-phase multilevel inverter topology capable of producing nine-level output voltage with reduce device counts. In order to obtain the desired output voltage, dc sources are connected in all the combination of addition and subtraction through different switches. Proposed topology results in reduction of dc source, switch counts, losses, cost and size of the...
This paper addresses the problem of automatic technology migration of analog IC designs. The proposed method introduces a new level of abstraction, for EDA tools addressing analog IC design, allowing a systematic and effortless adaption of a design to a new technology. The new abstraction level is based on generic cell libraries, which includes topology and testbenches descriptions for specific circuit...
We present a new methodology for automatic selection and sizing of analog circuits demonstrated on the OTA circuit class. The methodology consists of two steps: a generic topology selection method supported by a “part-sizing” process and subsequent final sizing. The circuit topologies provided by a reuse library are classified in a topology tree. The appropriate topology is selected by traversing...
The concept of transformerless inverters has become a future trend for single phase photovoltaic grid — tied systems. The major factor to be considered while employing transformerless inverters in such applications is the leakage currents. The lack of transformers in inverters, implemented between PV panel and grid results in a galvanic connection and thus there arises problems due to leakage currents...
Energy behaviors are closely linked to the reliability of converters. However, there is not a scientific methodology to describe the energy characterization inside converters intuitionally. In this paper, energy flow in some basic units of converters is modeled based on the electromagnetic theory and the circuit theory. At this basis, a novel energy topology is investigated. Compared with the common...
Despite being employed in burgeoning efforts to improve power delivery efficiency, integrated voltage regulators (IVRs) have yet to be evaluated in a rigorous, systematic, or quantitative manner. To fulfill this need, we present Ivory, a high-level design space exploration tool capable of providing accurate conversion efficiency, static performance characteristics, and dynamic transient responses...
This paper proposes a dual input high step-up boost converter for grid-connected photovoltaic power generation system. Four different DC-DC converters are considered for analysis. From the result of the analysis, the converter with reduced component count and current ripple is identified and proposed for the grid connected PV power generation system. Next, the mode of operation of the proposed converter...
The main aim of this paper is to design a highly compatible standalone photovoltaic (PV) system with reduced switch count multilevel inverter (MLI) to feed 500W ac load with better power quality. MLI's are becoming eminent because of their high power capability with low harmonic content. Cascaded multilevel inverters are extensively preferred in PV system because it has a distinctive characteristic...
The “More Electrical Aircraft” concept involves a significant increase of power demand in modern aircrafts. In this context, a new high voltage DC distribution system has been proposed. This makes it necessary to develop a new generation of DC-DC converters to supply the 28VDC loads. These converters must comply with stringent requirements in terms of power density and electromagnetic compatibility...
A model predictive control (MPC) for an onboard hybrid energy storage system (HESS) in Light Rail Vehicles is proposed. The HESS uses batteries and supercapacitors (SCs). The main objective of the controller is to reduce the system losses while maintaining the supercapacitors state-of-charge (SOC) in a suitable range. To do this, a hierarchical control (Master/Slave) is proposed: a master energy management...
This paper brings forward a hybrid converter derived from the Split-Pi converter, which can provide simultaneous ac as well as dc outputs from the same dc input. The proposed converter can work both as a step up and step down converter, whereas most of the available hybrid topologies work in step up mode only. The inbuilt property of shoot through protection in inversion stage, makes this converter...
Two-dimensional electronics based on single-layer (SL) MoS2 offers significant advantages for realizing large-scale flexible systems owing to the ultrathin nature, good transport properties and stable crystalline structure of MoS2. However, the reported devices and circuits based on this material have low yield because of various variation sources inherent to the growth and fabrication technology...
In many practical applications of wireless power transfer (WPT) system, high power transmission efficiency is required and has been widely studied as an important issue. This paper presents and analyzes a Series-Parallel compensated WPT system with a Z-source inverter network inserted. To obtain higher efficiency, asymmetrical voltage-cancellation (AVC) control is applied and the ZVS operation is...
Paper raises a point of power surges and theirs adverse effects in the marine power plants. The article explains a source of surges appearance, and presents measurements carried out on a modern ship. It discusses effects of dynamic power transients on the ship's energy safety. Finally it proposes, a novel approach for power surge elimination, based on medium voltage active conditioner. As well as...
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