DIGITAL PWM OF AC-AC MATRIX CONVERTER BASED ON OUTPUT-VOLTAGE ERROR FUNCTION

Based on the output-voltage error function, a novel time discrete modulation technique is proposed for matrix converters （MCs） and time-discrete difference equations of a MC circuit are derived. Switch states of MC are obtained when the output voltage error function is minimized, thus the optimum combination of switch states is derived for the closed-loop control of MC. Meanwhile, advantages of the least calculation workload, the simple process, and the convenient for implementation are brought while switch states are described as space vectors in the α-β coordination system. Simulation and experimental results demonstrate the validity of the time-discrete modulation technique and the feasibility of the control approach.

Three Phase Dual Input Direct Matrix Converter for Integration of Two AC Sources from Wind Turbines

This project proposes a novel dual-input matrix converter (DIMC) which is used to integrate the output of the wind energy to a power grid. The proposed matrix converter is developed based on the traditional indirect matrix converter under reverse power flow operation mode, but with its six-switch voltage source converter replaced by a nine-switch configuration followed by the current source inverter (CSI). Matrix electric power conversion topologies and their switch functions are flexible and are used for specific applications. With the additional three switches, the proposed DIMC can provide six input terminals, which make it possible to integrate two independent AC sources from two independent wind turbines into a single grid tied power electronics interface. Commanded currents can be extracted from the two input sources to the grid. The proposed PI control and modulation schemes guaranteed sinusoidal input and output waveforms as well as reduced THD. The simulation results are provided to validate the effectiveness of the proposed control and modulation schemes for the proposed converter.

Model Predictive Control-Based Direct Torque Control for Matrix Converter-Fed Induction Motor with Reduced Torque Ripple

To reduce the torque ripple in motors resulting from the use of conventional direct torque control(DTC),a model predictive control(MPC)-based DTC strategy for a direct matrix converter-fed induction motor is proposed in this paper.Two new look-up tables are proposed,these are derived on the basis of the control of the electromagnetic torque and stator flux using all the feasible voltage vectors and their associated switching states.Finite control set model predictive control(FCS-MPC)has then been adopted to select the optimal switching state that minimizes the cost function related to the electromagnetic torque.Finally,the experimental results are shown to verify the reduced torque ripple performance of the proposed MPC-based DTC method.

Model predictive torque control of permanent magnet synchronous motor system driven by matrix converter

Employing matrix converter （MC） as driving mode, the strategy of model predictive torque control （MPTC） is proposed for three phase permanent magnet synchronous motor （PMSM） system. MC is applied instead of conventional AC DC AC converter to increase the power factor （PF） of the system input side. MPTC is used to select optimal voltage space vector to enable the system to have satisfactory torque and flux control effect. The resultant MPTC strategy not only makes the MC fed PMSM system operate reliably and have perfect control performance, but also makes the PF of the system input side be 1. Compared with direct torque control （DTC）, the proposed MPTC strategy guarantees that MC fed PMSM has better command following characteristics in the presence of variation of load torque and tracking reference speed. Simulation results verify the feasibility and effectiveness of the proposed strategy.

Short-circuit fault analysis and isolation strategy for matrix converters

The behavior of matrix converter(MC) drive systems under the condition of MC short-circuit faults is comprehensively investigated. Two isolation strategies using semiconductors and high speed fuses(HSFs) for MC short-circuit faults are examined and their performances are compared. The behavior of MC drive systems during the fuse action time under different operating conditions is explored. The feasibility of fault-tolerant operation during the fuse action time is also studied. The basic selection laws for the HSFs and the requirements for the passive components of the MC drive system from the point view of short-circuit faults are also discussed. Simulation results are used to demonstrate the feasibility of the proposed isolation strategies.

Research of matrix converter based on asymmetric regular sampling method SPWM control strategy

Based on the topological analysis of three-phase matrix AC to AC conversion circuit, an AC to AC nine-switch matrix isequivalent to rectification part and conversion part. The Matrix converter can be viewed as AC-DC-AC converter, the asymmetricregular sampling method SPWM(Sine Pulse Width Modulation) is studied and applied in the three-phase matrix AC to AC converter,Based on Matlab/simulink the simulation of the matrix converter with such strategy is carried out. Inductive load simulation is carriedout on the matrix converter prototype. The simulation results verify the workability of the asymmetric regular sampling method SPWMstrategy for matrix converter.

Hybrid Control Strategy for Matrix Converter Fed Wind Energy Conversion System

In this paper, a hybrid control strategy for a matrix converter fed wind energy conversion system is presented. Since the wind speed may vary, output parameters like power, frequency and voltage may fluctuate. Hence it is necessary to design a system that regulates output parameters, such as voltage and frequency, and thereby provides a constant voltage and frequency output from the wind energy conversion system. Matrix converter is used in the proposed solution as the main power conditioner as a more efficient alternative when compared to traditional back-back converter structure. To control the output voltage, a vector modulation based refined control structure is used. A power tracker is included to maximize the mechanical output power of the turbine. Over current protection and clamp circuit input protection have been introduced to protect the system from over current. It reduces the spikes generated at the output of the converter. The designed system is capable of supplying an output voltage of constant frequency and amplitude within the expected ranges of input during the operation. The matrix converter control using direct modulation method, modified Venturini modulation method and vector modulation method was simulated, the results were compared and it was inferred that vector modulation method was superior to the other two methods. With the proposed technique, voltage transfer ratio and harmonic profile have been improved compared to the other two modulation techniques. The behaviour of the system is corroborated by MATLAB Simulink, and hardware is realized using an FPGA controller. Experimental results are found to be matching with the simulation results.

A Novel Approach to Practical Matrix Converter Motor Drive System With Reverse Blocking IGBT (To continue)

a Pole voltage waveforms (VA20 and VA40) for modulation index 0.4 (middle trace is A-phase voltage waveform) x-axis: 1 div.=10ms, y-axis: 1 div.= 100V b Normalized harmonic spectrum for pole voltage of Fig. 9a c A-phase current and phase voltage for modulation index 0.4 (reference space vector is in inner layer)

Model Predictive Control Circuit of the Current Source Matrix Converter

In this paper, a new predictive control strategy for current source matrix converter (CSMC) is presented. Proposed predictive control strategy allows for creating output voltages with boost type voltage transfer ratio and desired frequency. The description of predictive control circuit of the CSMC is presented. Furthermore the simulation test results to confirm functionality of the proposed control strategy and converter properties under this strategy are shown.

A Novel Approach to Practical Matrix Converter Motor Drive System With Reverse Blocking IGBT

a Pole voltage waveforms (VA20 and VA40) for modulation index 0.4 (middle trace is A-phase voltage waveform) x-axis: 1 div.=10ms, y-axis: 1 div.= 100V b Normalized harmonic spectrum for pole voltage of Fig. 9a c A-phase current and phase voltage for modulation index 0.4 (reference space vector is in inner layer)

Fully Decoupled Branch Energy Balancing Control Method for Modular Multilevel Matrix Converter Based on Sequence Circulating Components

The modular multilevel matrix converter(M3C)is a potential frequency converter for low-frequency AC transmission.However,capacitor voltage control of high-voltage and largecapacity M3C is more difficult,especially for voltage balancing between branches.To solve this problem,this paper defines sequence circulating components and theoretically analyzes the influence mechanism of different sequence circulating components on branch capacitor voltage.A fully decoupled branch energy balancing control method based on four groups of sequence circulating components is proposed.This method can control capacitor voltages of nine branches in horizontal,vertical and diagonal directions.Considering influences of both circulating current and voltage,a cross decoupled control is designed to improve control precision.Simulation results are taken from a low-frequency transmission system based on PSCAD/EMTDC,and effectiveness and precision of the proposed branch energy balancing control method are verified in the case of nonuniform parameters and an unbalanced power system.

Optimal Six Vector Switching Pattern in Matrix Converters for Reducing Harmonics and Switching Loss

This paper analyses harmonic distortion caused by the narrow pulse problem in matrix converters,and presents an improved switching pattern that is based on the basic five vector switching pattern.With limited switching frequencies,the improved pattern solves the narrow pulse problem by applying an additional zero vector and adjusting the sequence of the four active vectors at the same time to minimize the switching times.Simulation results show that in the six vector switching pattern,a)the low-frequency harmonics caused by the narrow pulse problem are greatly reduced;b)the average switching frequency is reduced compared with the five vector pattern;c)the sampling frequency harmonics are apparently attenuated though a little 1/2 and 3/2 sampling frequency harmonics are produced;d)the THD of the output current is improved to the same level of the three zero vector switching pattern(TZVSP);e)the proposed switching pattern has benefits in both normal and unbalance input voltage conditions.Experimental results on a matrix converter platform,verify the benefits of the six vector switching pattern.Faster dynamic,lower harmonics and lower losses can be achieved by using the proposed six vector switching pattern.

Control and Applications of Direct Matrix Converters:A Review

In recent decades,the matrix converter(MC)has emerged as a promising AC/AC converter that performs the direct AC-to-AC conversion.Because of its attractive features such as compact volume,bidirectional power flow,controllable input power factor and sinusoidal waveforms,there has been an increase in MC related research work.Many control techniques have been proposed to control MCs and many potential applications have been investigated.This paper presents the state-of-the-art review in the recent development of control strategies and applications of MCs,starting with MC fundamentals.Some relevant simulation and experimental results are presented to show the performance of the corresponding controllers in specific applications.A wide range of control techniques and potential application fields are covered.Industrial products and modules are also discussed.Comparisons of different control strategies and different applications are summarized and presented.It is concluded that the MC is a promising converter and more research and industry interest is expected,particularly in AC motor drives and renewable energy microgrids.

A fault tolerant single sided matrix converter for flight control actuation systems

We describe a single sided matrix converter (SSMC) designed for safety critical applications like flight control actuation systems. Dynamic simulations of multi-phase SSMC using Matlab Simulink are carried out to evaluate the fault tolerance capabilities. Investigation into different numbers of phases and power converter topologies under single phase open circuit, single switch open circuit, and single switch short circuit has been executed. The simulation results confirm 5-phase SSMC design as a compromise between fault tolerance and converter size/volume. A 5-phase SSMC prototype was built. Experimental results verify the effectiveness of our design.

A General Approach for Direct Conversion of Single Phase AC to AC Converter for Induction Heating System

This paper signifies the study of modeling and simulation of a single phase matrix converter for induction heating system. The working principle and the control method, using PID are revealing in detail. The performance of the system is carried out in MATLAB/Simulink environment with pulse width modulation switching strategy by varying the duty cycle. PID control is employed to obtain the better performance for a specified input supply for various output frequencies. The proposed control strategy of AC to AC converter has been discussed with a wide range of operating frequencies and results in low Total Harmonic Distortion.

A Novel Approach for Improving the PQ in SPIM

Single Phase Induction Motor(SPIM)is widely used in industries at starting stage to provide high starting torque.The objective of the work is to develop a drive for Single Phase Induction Motor that does not use a start or run capacitor.In this work,the researchers present the details about Maximum Power Point Tracking using series-compensated Buck Boost Converter,resonant Direct Current(DC)to Alternate Current(AC)inverter and matrix converter-based drive.The proposed method provides a variable starting torque feature that can be adjusted depending upon machine load to ensure Power Quality(PQ).The system uses Series Compensated Buck Boost Converter(SCBBC)to derive the power from solar source and a Partial Resonant Inverter(PRI)between the Matrix Converter(MC)and DC link battery to reduce the switching loss.The application of Space Vector Pulse Width Modulation(SVPWM)ensures the improvement of power quality at driving terminals of SPIM.The proposed system has been math-ematically modelled and simulated in MATLAB SIMULINK environment and was validated using standardized experimental verification.

Investigation of Real Power Flow Control of AI Based MC-UPFC in FACTS Controllers

The power consumption is rapidly increased due to ASD(Adjustable Speed Drives)and automation in industries and large consumption of electricity in domestic regions increased the concern of the power quality.The quality of the power received in the distribution system is altered because of the losses in the transmission system.The losses in the transmission system are mitigated using the FACTS(Flexible AC Transmission System)controller,among these controllers UPFC(Unified Power Flow Controller)plays a vital role in controlling the shunt and series reactive powers in the bus of the power system.The conventional topology of the UPFC consists of AC-DC converter and energy stored in the DC link and DC-AC converter injected a voltage in series to the bus which is to be controlled.Whereas a new topology based on matrix converter can replace the dual converters and perform the required task.The construction of 2-bus,7-bus and IEEE-14-bus power system is designed and modeled.MC-UPFC(Matrix Converter Based Unified Power Flow Controller)is designed and constructed.The MC-UPFC is the rich topology in the FACTS which is capable of controlling both the transmission parameters simultaneously with the switching technique of direct power control by the smooth sliding control which gives less ripple in the injecting control parameters such as control voltage(Vc)and voltage angle(α).By implementing MC-UPFC the real and reactive power can be controlled simultaneously and independently.The control techniques were designed based on the PID(Proportional Integral Derivative)with sliding surface power control,FLC(Fuzzy Logic Controller)and ANN(Artificial Neural Network)and the performances of Vc andαof the controllers are investigated.Hence the sliding surface and relevant control switching state of the MC can be controlled by the FLC which gives the robust and autonomous decision made in the selection of the appropriate switching state for the effective real power control in the power system.The work has been carried out in the MATLAB Simulink simulator which gives the finest controlling features and simple design procedures and monitoring of the output.

PI controller relay auto-tuning using delay and phase margin in PMSM drives

This paper presents an auto-tuning method for a proportion plus integral（PI） controller for permanent magnet synchronous motor（PMSM） drives, which is supposed to be embedded in electro-mechanical actuator（EMA） control module in aircraft. The method, based on a relay feedback with variable delay time, explores different critical points of the system frequency response.The Nyquist points of the plant can then be derived from the delay time and filter time constant.The coefficients of the PI controller can then be obtained by calculation while shifting the Nyquist point to a specific position to obtain the required phase margin. The major advantage of the autotuning method is that it can provide a series of tuning results for different system bandwidths and damping ratios, corresponding to the specification for delay time and phase margin. Simulation and experimental results for the PMSM controller verify the performance of both the current loop and the speed loop auto-tuning.