Virtual Submodule Predictive Control method for Power Electronic Transformer based on MMC Structure

In order to achieve flexible and efficient operation of intelligent power distribution, solving the problems of traditional distribution transformer such as large volume and weight, easy to generate harmonics when overload, and need supporting protection equipment to protect it when failure, etc. We propose a power electronic transformer structure based on modular multilevel converter (MMC). Firstly, we consider the multi-dimensional control target of MMC converter to establish a mathematical model. Then a virtual submodule predictive control method is proposed. The method introduces the concept of virtual submodule to realize the optimal switching state rapid mapping and reduce the switching loss of MMC. Finally, the experimental results show that the mmc-based power electronic transformer has excellent dynamic steady-state performance and can effectively overcome the high loss of traditional predictive control.