Classical DC-DC Converters Research Articles

Feedback Linearization Control for a Class of Transformerless Common-Ground VSI

As is well known in practice, conventional transformerless inverters may suffer the risk of high-frequency leakage currents between the photovoltaic (PV) array or battery energy storage systems (BESS) and the ground due to the stray capacitances. This operational condition can generate several electrical problems. Recently, we proposed in [1] a new method for designing transformerless topologies of single-phase voltage source inverters (VSI) with common ground derived from four classical DC-DC converters. As a sequence of that previous work, a novel control technique based on a feedback linearization approach is proposed to control that class of transformerless VSI with common ground in this paper. Unlike the classical local linearization techniques commonly used in the technical literature, this approach allows to obtain large-signal linear equations, by means of the feedback linearization of the non-linear terms. Real-time simulation results using Hardware-in-the-Loop allow validation of the proposed discrete control technique applied to this class of VSI topologies.

Contributions to the development of a new family of hybrid DC-DC converters

The paper presents a synthesis of the author contributions in developing a new class of DC-DC hybrid converters (HDC) with large voltage conversion ratio. The HDC structures are obtained by introducing commutated inductive and capacitive cells in the classical DC-DC converters. With these topologies, the voltage conversion ratio is larger, at the same duty cycle, compared with the classical converters. The paper presents some of the developed configurations, with unidirectional and bidirectional power flow, and some corresponding applications in renewable energy conversion and automotive industries.

Double-Dual DC-DC Conversion: A Survey of Contributions, Generalization, and Systematic Generation of New Topologies

The integration of renewable energy into the grid demands the development of increasingly more sophisticated power electronics configurations. This situation has motivated the current boom of new power converter topologies. Even though most of the recently proposed converters are scattered across the literature, some of them can be classified in a taxonomical fashion. This action permits studying their properties, generalizing principles, and generating new contributions with improved features—these are the general aims and overall research direction reported in this paper. In this work, we are devoted to generating a well-defined corpus of knowledge by characterizing an emerging family of DC-DC double dual converters. We show that the underlying principle of dualization can be fully enclosed within a systematic procedure and applied not only to classical DC-DC converters but also to any modern configuration. This contribution thus permits the diversification of new topologies that hold relevant features, such as low common-mode voltages and currents, high-voltage gains, and efficient harmonic mitigation—among other advantages that are oriented to renewable energy management. We thus demonstrate that systematic dualization leads to the development of new designs with enhanced features. Experimental results of new topologies are also presented to corroborate the proposed principles and advantages.

A Novel M-SEPIC DC-DC Converter for BLDC Pumping System with Active PFC using ANFIS Controller

An exigent consumer related concerns confronted due to utilization of massive front-end AC-DC rectifier in a grid-tied BLDC pumping system. Harmonic distortions are acquired, which prompts the disruption of power quality at utility grid system due to AC-DC conversion. Several factors for enhancing power-quality concerns are ameliorate the grid power-factor along with reduction of harmonic distortions, tightened regulation of DC output voltage. In this way, the DC-DC boost converter plays a unique role; operated in Continuous Conduction Mode. Based on summarizing advantages & disadvantages of classical DC-DC converters, a single switch high voltage gain M-SEPIC DC-DC converter is more suggestive for water pumping system due to non-existence of coupled inductors, low switching loss, low di/dt stress, high efficiency, compact structure, low cost, etc. This work proposes the novel M-SEPIC DC-DC converter fed brushless-DC motor drive is controlled by voltage source inverter and powered by single-phase grid system with improved power-quality features. Moreover, Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Inference System is recommended for prediction of optimal switching states to amplify the BLDC motor speed and torque-ripple depreciation. The effectiveness of the proposed scheme is validated under constant speed situations by real-time operating conditions which are evaluated by Matlab /Simulink tool; and simulation results are conferred with attractive comparisons.

A Comprehensive Analysis and Hardware Implementation of Control Strategies for High Output Voltage DC-DC Boost Power Converter

Classical DC-DC converters used in high voltage direct current (HVDC) power transmission systems, lack in terms of efficiency, reduced transfer gain and increased cost with sensor (voltage/current) numbers. Besides, the internal self-parasitic behavior of the power components reduces the output voltage and efficiency of classical HV converters. This paper deals with extra high-voltage (EHV) dc-dc boost converter by the application of voltage-lift technique to overcome the aforementioned deficiencies. The control strategy is based on classical proportional-integral (P-I) and fuzzy logic closed-loop controller to get high and stable output voltage. Complete hardware prototype of EHV is implemented and experimental tasks are carried out with digital signal processor (DSP) TMS320F2812. The control algorithms P-I, fuzzy logic and the pulse-width modulation (PWM) signals for N-channel MOSFET device are performed by the DSP. The experimental results provided show good conformity with developed hypothetical predictions. Additionally, the presented study confirms that the fuzzy logic controller provides better performance than classical P-I controller under different perturbation conditions.