Abstract
In this paper, a structure-reconfigurable resonant DC-DC (direct current – direct current) converter is presented. By controlling the state of the auxiliary switch, the converter could change the resonant structure to acquire a high efficiency and wide voltage gain range simultaneously. The characteristics of the LLC (inductor-inductor-capacitor) resonant converter are firstly analyzed. Based on this, through introducing additional resonant elements and adopting the topology morphing method, the proposed converter can be formed. Moreover, a novel parameter selection method is discussed to satisfy both working states. Then, a detailed loss analysis calculation is conducted to determine the optimal switching point. In addition, an extra resonant zero point is generated by the topology itself, and the inherent over-current protection is guaranteed. Finally, a 500 W prototype is built to demonstrate the theoretical rationality. The output voltage is constant at 400 V even if the input voltage varies from 160 to 400 V. A peak efficiency of 97.2% is achieved.
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Summary
Xianxu Huo 1 , Ke Xu 2 , Ruixin Liu 3, *, Xi Chen 3 , Zhanchun Li 4 and Haiyun Yan 5. State Grid Tianjin Electric Power Corporation Chengxi District Supply Company, Tianjin 300113, China
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