Title :
ARCP soft-switching technique in matrix converters
Author :
Teichmann, Ralph ; Oyama, Jun
Author_Institution :
Dept. of Electr. Eng., Dresden Univ. of Technol., Germany
fDate :
4/1/2002 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
An alternative concept used to avoid the need for staggered switching in matrix converters is discussed. The features of the auxiliary resonant commutated pole (ARCP) soft switching technique are used to reduce the number of active switches and gate drives in comparison to conventional matrix converter technology, avoid commutation voltage spikes, and reduce switching losses. Three different ARCP matrix converters are reviewed and their operational boundaries are discussed. The ARCPMC technology is critically evaluated with respect to a potential industrial application
Keywords :
AC-AC power convertors; commutation; resonant power convertors; switching circuits; AC-AC power conversion; ARCP soft-switching technique; active switches reduction; auxiliary resonant commutated pole soft switching; commutation voltage spikes reduction; gate drives reduction; industrial application; matrix converters; operational boundaries; switching losses reduction; Active matrix technology; Capacitors; Costs; Matrix converters; Resonance; Snubbers; Switches; Switching loss; Topology; Zero voltage switching;
Journal_Title :
Industrial Electronics, IEEE Transactions on
