Publication Type |
Journal Article |
School or College |
College of Engineering |
Department |
Electrical & Computer Engineering |
Creator |
Khan, Faisal Habib |
Other Author |
Tolbert, L. M. |
Title |
Multiple-load-source integration in a multilevel modular capacitor-clamped DC-DC converter featuring fault tolerant capability |
Date |
2009-01 |
Description |
A multilevel modular capacitor-clamped dc-dc converter (MMCCC) will be presented in this paper with some of its advantageous features. By virtue of the modular nature of the converter, it is possible to integrate multiple loads and sources with the converter at the same time. The modular construction of the MMCCC topology provides autotransformer-like taps in the circuit, and depending on the conversion ratio of the converter, it becomes possible to connect several dc sources and loads at these taps. The modularity of the new converter is not limited to only this dc transformer (auto) like operation, but also provides redundancy and fault bypass capability in the circuit. Using the modularity feature, some redundant modules can be operated in bypass state, and during some faults, these redundant modules can be used to replace a faulty module to maintain an uninterrupted operation. Moreover, by obtainin a flexible conversion ratio, the MMCCC converter can transfer power in both directions. Thus, this MMCCC topology could be a solution to establish a power management system among multiple sources and loads having different operating voltages. |
Type |
Text |
Publisher |
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) |
Journal Title |
IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics |
Volume |
24 |
Issue |
1 |
First Page |
14 |
Last Page |
24 |
DOI |
10.1109/TPEL.2008.2006055 |
citatation_issn |
0885-8993 |
Subject |
DC-DC power conversion; Power capacitors; Power conversion; Power MOSFETs; Capacitor-clamped converter |
Subject LCSH |
Electric current converters; Semiconductor switches |
Language |
eng |
Bibliographic Citation |
Khan, F. H., & Tolbert, L. M. (2009). Multiple load-source integration in a multilevel modular capacitor clamped DC-DC converter featuring fault tolerant capability. IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics, 24(1), 14-24. Jan. |
Rights Management |
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Format Medium |
application/pdf |
Format Extent |
996,675 bytes |
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ARK |
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Setname |
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Reference URL |
https://collections.lib.utah.edu/ark:/87278/s6bz6qnr |