Abstract In brushless direct current drives, ripple during commutation is an important issue that arises during speed changes and transitions, as the incoming and outgoing phase currents vary at different rates simultaneously. This research study introduces a novel approach to minimize the variation in the commutation torque of a BLDC motor. The strategy involves the use of a quasi-Z source-based DC-DC converter circuit with a switched inductance. A comprehensive study of torque variations in both the commutation and conduction zones is performed for the BLDC drive, and a switching inductor quasi-Z source DC-DC converter has been built alongside the three-phase voltage source inverter to minimize the variation in commutation torque. The control technique and switch selector circuit have been integrated to attain the intended input direct current voltage throughout the commutation phase. The novel methodology being examined has been developed utilizing the MATLAB/Simulink software. By presenting simulation data, the efficacy of the proposed system and traditional BLDC drive is validated.
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