Advanced multilevel converters and applications in grid integration / edited by Ali Iftekhar Maswood, Hossein Dehghani Tafti. - 1 online resource

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Intro; Table of Contents; Dedication; List of Contributors; Preface; Part I: A review on Classical Multilevel Converters; 1 Classical Multilevel Converters; 1.1 Introduction; 1.2 Classical Two‐Level Converters; 1.3 The Need for Multilevel Converters; 1.4 Classical Multilevel Converters; 1.5 Multilevel Applications and Future Trends; References; 2 Multilevel Modulation Methods; 2.1 Introduction; 2.2 Carrier‐Based Sinusoidal Pulse‐Width Modulation Methods; 2.3 Space Vector Modulation (SVM); 2.4 Summary; References; 3 Mathematical Modeling of Classical Three‐Level Converters; 3.1 Introduction 3.2 Three‐Level Diode‐Clamped Inverter Topology3.3 Three‐Level Flying‐Capacitor Inverter Topology; 3.4 Summary; References; 4 Voltage Balancing Methods for Classical Multilevel Converters; 4.1 Introduction; 4.2 Active Balancing by Adding dc Offset Voltage to Modulating Signals; 4.3 Measurement Results for dc Offset Modulation Control; 4.4 Natural Balancing by using Star Connected RC Filter; 4.5 Measurement Results for the Natural Balancing Method; 4.6 Space Vector Modulation with the Self‐Balancing Technique; 4.7 Summary; References Part II: Advanced Multilevel Rectifiers and their Control Strategies5 Unidirectional Three‐Phase Three‐Level Unity‐Power Factor Rectifier; 5.1 Introduction; 5.2 Circuit Configuration; 5.3 Proposed Controller Scheme; 5.4 Experimental Verification; 5.5 Summary; References; 6 Bidirectional and Unidirectional Five‐Level Multiple‐Pole Multilevel Rectifiers; 6.1 Introduction; 6.2 Circuit Configuration; 6.3 Modulation Scheme; 6.4 Design Considerations; 6.5 Comparative Evaluation; 6.6 Control Strategy; 6.7 Experimental Verification; 6.8 Summary; References 7 Five‐Level Multiple‐Pole Multilevel Vienna Rectifier7.1 Introduction; 7.2 Operating Principle; 7.3 Design Considerations; 7.4 Control Strategy; 7.5 Validation; 7.6 Summary; References; 8 Five‐Level Multiple‐Pole Multilevel Rectifier with Reduced Components; 8.1 Introduction; 8.2 Operation Principle; 8.3 Modulation Scheme; 8.4 Control Strategy; 8.5 Design Considerations; 8.6 Validation; 8.7 Experimental Verification; 8.8 Summary; References; 9 Four‐Quadrant Reduced Modular Cell Rectifier; 9.1 Introduction; 9.2 Circuit Configuration; 9.3 Operating Principle; 9.4 Design Considerations 9.5 Control Strategy9.6 Comparative Evaluation of Classical MFCR and Proposed RFCR; 9.7 Experimental Verification; References; Part III: Advanced Multilevel Inverters and their Control Strategies; 10 Transformerless Five‐Level/Multiple‐Pole Multilevel Inverters with Single DC Bus Configuration; 10.1 Introduction; 10.2 Five‐Level Multiple‐Pole Concept; 10.3 Circuit Configuration and Operation Principles; 10.4 Modulation Scheme; 10.5 Design Consideration; 10.6 Accuracy of the Current Stress Calculation; 10.7 Losses in Power Devices; 10.8 Discussion; References

A comprehensive survey of advanced multilevel converter design, control, operation and grid-connected applications Advanced Multilevel Converters and Applications in Grid Integration presents a comprehensive review of the core principles of advanced multilevel converters, which require fewer components and provide higher power conversion efficiency and output power quality. The authors - noted experts in the field - explain in detail the operation principles and control strategies and present the mathematical expressions and design procedures of their components. The text examines the advantages and disadvantages compared to the classical multilevel and two level power converters. The authors also include examples of the industrial applications of the advanced multilevel converters and offer thoughtful explanations on their control strategies. Advanced Multilevel Converters and Applications in Grid Integration provides a clear understanding of the gap difference between research conducted and the current industrial needs. This important guide: -Puts the focus on the new challenges and topics in related areas such as modulation methods, harmonic analysis, voltage balancing and balanced current injection -Makes a strong link between the fundamental concepts of power converters and advances multilevel converter topologies and examines their control strategies, together with practical engineering considerations -Provides a valid reference for further developments in the multilevel converters design issue -Contains simulations files for further study Written for university students in electrical engineering, researchers in areas of multilevel converters, high-power converters and engineers and operators in power industry, Advanced Multilevel Converters and Applications in Grid Integration offers a comprehensive review of the core principles of advanced multilevel converters, with contributions from noted experts in the field.

9781119476016 1119476011 9781119475897 1119475899 9781119476030 1119476038

9781119475897 Wiley

2018033627

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019080873 Uk


Electric current converters.
Electric current rectifiers.
Electric current converters.
Electric current rectifiers.
TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Mechanical


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