Title :
Controlling transformer saturation in the DC-isolated Cuk convertor
Author :
Otto, D.V. ; Glucina, A.P.
Author_Institution :
University of Auckland, Department of Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Auckland, New Zealand
Abstract :
The problem of transformer saturation in the DC-isolated Cuk convertor is examined. A novel open-loop damping technique is developed to control transformer saturation. The new method is found to add significant damping without a noticeable degradation in convertor efficiency.
Keywords :
damping; power convertors; power transformers; DC-isolated Cuk converter; convertor efficiency; open-loop damping technique; power convertor; saturation control; transformer saturation;
Journal_Title :
Electronics Letters
DOI :
10.1049/el:19860013
