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A Current Optimization Strategy for a Hybrid DC Transformer with MMC Structure and Series-connected Switches

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Abstract

A DC transformer utilizing modular multilevel converter (MMC) structure and series-connected switches incurs high current stress and results in low system efficiency under low-voltage and light-load conditions. An optimization control strategy utilizing the phase shift on the low-voltage (LV)-side full bridge is proposed. It is shown that by introducing the zero state to the output voltage of the LV-side full bridge the spikes in inductor current are eliminated thus reducing the current stress of switches and system power losses. While maintaining the power regulation capability of the circuit optimal current stress is achieved under different operating modes by segmented phase shift angel control. The soft-switching characteristic of power switches is unchanged after applying this strategy. The proposed control strategy is verified by simulation and experimental experiment results.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2022 IEEE Transportation Electrification Conference and Expo, Asia-Pacific, ITEC Asia-Pacific 2022
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9781665492065
DOIs
StatePublished - 2022
Externally publishedYes
Event2022 IEEE Transportation Electrification Conference and Expo, Asia-Pacific, ITEC Asia-Pacific 2022 - Haining, China
Duration: 28 Oct 202231 Oct 2022

Publication series

Name2022 IEEE Transportation Electrification Conference and Expo, Asia-Pacific, ITEC Asia-Pacific 2022

Conference

Conference2022 IEEE Transportation Electrification Conference and Expo, Asia-Pacific, ITEC Asia-Pacific 2022
Country/TerritoryChina
CityHaining
Period28/10/2231/10/22

Keywords

  • DC transformer
  • current stress reduction
  • modular multilevel converter
  • phase shift control

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