scholarly journals Development of a Compact Matrix Converter

10.14311/1127 ◽  
2009 ◽  
Vol 49 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
J. Bauer

This paper deals with the development of a matrix converter. Matrix converters belong to the category of direct frequency converters. A converter does not contain DC-link and the output voltage is provided by direct switching of voltage from the input phases. This is enabled by 9 bidirectional switches, which are provided by anti-serial connection of 18 IGBT transistors. The absence of a DC-link is great advantage of the matrix converter, but it also increases the requirements on the converter control. For this reason a new prototype of a matrix converter is being developed with sophisticated modern components (FPGA, Power PC) equipped in the control part of the converter. The converter will be used for testing new control algorithms and commutation methods. 


2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (4) ◽  
pp. 2672
Author(s):  
Shamsher Ansari ◽  
Aseem Chandel ◽  
SMIEEE . ◽  
Zulfiqar Ali Sheikh

Recently the tremendous advancement has been seen in the field of matrix converter topology. For high power drive applications, industries often need high power AC-AC converters like three level matrix converter because it is having the ability to generate a set of balanced sine waves for inputs as well as outputs. The three level matrix converters possess better output performance with reduced harmonic contents compared to all two-stage indirect matrix converters. In this matrix converter topology, the idea of neutral-point clamped-VSI is employed to the inversion step of the matrix converter circuitry. To control the power switches the gate signals are produced using NTVV based space vector modulation. To justify the theoretical study a complete model of a three-level twin-step matrix converter has been designed in Matlab/Simulink and its performances are analysed.  



Author(s):  
Abhinav Vinod Deshpande

The matrix converter converts the input line voltage into a variable voltage with an unrestricted output frequency without using an intermediate circuit, dc link circuit. A pure sine in and pure sine out is the unique feature of the matrix converter. This research paper also analyzes the basic operating principle and the simulation modeling of the direct matrix converter, which is controlled by the Space Vector Pulse Width Modulation technique by using the software which is known as MATLAB/Simulink. The most desirable features in the power frequency changes can be fulfilled by using the matrix converters, and this is the reason for the tremendous interest in the topology. Since the power electronic circuits which is known as the motor drives are used to operate the AC motors at the frequencies other than that of the supply.



Author(s):  
Branislav Dobrucky ◽  
Slavomir Kascak ◽  
Michal Prazenica ◽  
Roman Konarik

The paper deals with a modeling and simulation of the direct AC-AC propulsion system and compares two matrix converter concepts with five-phase traction induction motors (IM) for the hybrid electric vehicle (HEV). The simulation results of [3x5] matrix converter and 4Q-converter are done using Matlab-Simulink environment. Part I deals with a theoretical study of converter concepts for hybrid electric vehicle, since the configurations of [3x5]+[0x5] matrix converters with five-phase motor(s) have not been analyzed so far. Based on simulation results the comparison and evaluation of the property and quality of the quantities of different type of the matrix powertrain are discussed in Part II.



Author(s):  
RASHMI S. PHASATE ◽  
ARCHANA BAWANKAR

This paper proposes a hybrid filter to minimize the power quality impact of matrix converters. Matrix converters inject significant harmonics and nonstandard frequency components into power systems. The hybrid filter is used to reduce the harmonics. A hybrid filter constructed of a shunt active filter and distributed passive filters used for power quality improvement. The proposed approach has been tested and validated on the matrix converter using Matlab/Simulink. The comparison of Simulation results for passive and active filter separately used with matrix converter with the result of matrix converter with hybrid filter is shown to demonstrate the advantages of the proposed scheme.



Electronics ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (21) ◽  
pp. 2589
Author(s):  
Gytis Svinkunas ◽  
Gytis Petrauskas

The analysis presented in this paper is focused on the harmonics distortion damping in the case of bidirectional power-flow of the electronics device—matrix converter as an interface between two power sources. Bidirectional energy flow takes place in the matrix converter that is used in renewables, hybrid transformers, microgrids, etc. It is observed that the matrix converter generates sinusoidal voltage with some amount of harmonic distortion and worsens in the quality of power in the utility grid. Taking into account the bi-directional energy flow and the matrix converter operation principle, four key requirements for the filters are formulated. Six theoretically possible filter topologies are investigated for compliance with these requirements. Two of the filter topologies are recognized as complying with these requirements and applicable for the switching ripple harmonics damping in the utility grid connected matrix converter in the case of bidirectional power flow. The suitability of these topologies was verified by MATLAB/Simulink simulation. Using the proper filter topology will significantly reduce the size, weight and cost of the components of the filter, as well as the utility grid’s pollution by switching ripple harmonics. It is appropriate to apply such filters to matrix converters that operate in wind turbines installed in doubly fed induction generators. These filters should also be used in hybrid transformers and other high-power devices with matrix converters.



2019 ◽  
Vol 25 (6) ◽  
pp. 15-21
Author(s):  
Hulusi Karaca ◽  
Ramazan Akkaya

Matrix converters have the most compact and efficient AC-AC converter structure due to the lack of the DC intermediate components. The matrix converter makes a single-stage conversion directly connecting any terminal of voltage source to any terminal of load. This outstanding feature leads to some problems that must be overcome under the distorted input voltage conditions. A matrix converter has low immunity to power source disturbances, because it has no DC intermediate circuit. Any disturbance in the power source creates a negative effect on the load of the matrix converter and on the current drawn from the source. In this study, a novel compensation method, which provides immunity against input voltage disturbances, is suggested for the matrix converter. The suggested method has a hybrid structure, which includes both feedforward and fuzzy logic controller based feedback methods. The effectiveness and accuracy of the suggested new hybrid compensation approach are proved by the various results obtained.



Author(s):  
GAMAR BASUKI ◽  
ERA PURWANTO ◽  
HARY OKTAVIANTO ◽  
MENTARI PUTRI JATI ◽  
MOCHAMAD ARI BAGUS NUGROHO

ABSTRAKMotor induksi yang paling banyak digunakan juga memiliki kekurangan seperti losses yang cukup tinggi, power factor correction, dan efisiensi yang rendah. Oleh karena itu, dibutuhkan pengendali motor induksi yang memiliki performa dan efisiensi yang tinggi. Salah satu jenis AC – AC konverter yang mempunyai efisiensi, lifetime, kekompakan dan faktor daya mendekati unity yang akan digunakan sebagai pengendali motor induksi adalah matrix converter. Metode venturini digunakan sebagai modulasi pada matrix converter. Untuk itu dalam penelitian ini dilakukan pembuatan simulasi menggunakan simulink MATLAB dan hardware matrix converter. Pengujian matrix converter menggunakan modulasi venturini sebagai pengendali motor induksi telah dilakukan dengan motor dapat berputar mencapai kecepatan nominal sebesar 1440 Rpm sesuai nameplate dan motor juga dapat berputar dibawah frekuensi nominal. Dengan penelitian ini, pengendalian motor induksi dapat lebih efisien dalam penggunaannya di berbagai bidang.Kata kunci: Matrix converter, metode venturini, motor induksi. ABSTRACTThe most widely used induction motors also have disadvantages such as fairly high losses, power factor correction, and low efficiency. From this disadvantages, we need an induction motor controller that has high performance and efficiency. One type of AC-AC converter that has efficiency, lifetime, compactness and power factor approach to unity that will be used as an induction motor controller is a matrix converter. The Venturini method is used as modulation in the matrix converter. For this reason, in this study, simulation was made using MATLAB simulink and hardware matrix converter. Matrix converter testing using venturini modulation as an induction motor controller has been done with the motor can be rotate reaching a nominal speed of 1440 Rpm according to nameplate and the motor can also rotate below the nominal frequency. It is expected that induction motor controller can be more efficient in their use in various fields.Keywords: Matrix converter, venturini method, induction motor



Author(s):  
Zeynep Bala Duranay ◽  
Hanifi Guldemir

Generally, AC-AC converters are implemented using thyristors. These converters generate harmonics and have a low power factor. To eliminate these problems matrix converters (MC) are become used as AC-AC converter. Matrix converters have the capability of being used as frequency changer, rectifier, inverter and chopper. In this work, it is proposed to achieve the desired output of AC-AC Boost converter using single phase matrix converter (SPMC). The operation of single-phase AC-AC boost converter using MC is studied in this paper. The output voltage of this boost converter is higher than the AC input supply voltage. insulated gate bipolar transistors (IGBTs) are used as the switching elements in the SPMC power circuit. Sinusoidal Pulse width modulation (SPWM) technique is applied to generate switching signals to obtain the output voltage. The model of the matrix converter is constructed in MATLAB/Simulink programming software package. The behavior of SPMC is simulated with various switching frequencies. The simulation results together with harmonic spectrum and total harmonic distortion (THD) values are presented. Successful operation of boost SPMC is achieved.



In recent years, matrix converters have become increasingly attractive for these applications because they fulfill all the requirements, having the potential to replace the conventionally used rectifier_dc link_inverter structures. The matrix converter is an array of controlled semiconductor switches that connects directly the three-phase source to the three-phase load. It utilizes bidirectional controlled switch to achieve automatic conversion of power from AC to AC. In the last few years, an increase in research work has been observed, bringing this topology closer to the industrial application.There are several modulation techniques for matrix converter out of each Space Vector Pulse Width Modulation(SVPWM) is considered. It is an algorithm for the control of pulse width modulation width modulation (PWM). Indirect matrix converter is implemented because of its simplicity in switching scheme and advantages over Direct matrix converter. Three phase matrix converter is studied and implemented using MATLAB/SIMULINK. Finally the results are compared with conventional dc-link back to back converter. From the results, it can be concluded that THD level of line voltages, phase voltages is reduced in case of Indirect matrix converter when compared to conventional dc-link back to back converter.



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