Title :
A photovoltaic AC fusion converter
Author_Institution :
Hachinohe Nat. Coll. of Technol., Japan
fDate :
9/1/1999 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
The aim of this paper is to describe the conception of a newly developed simple power converter which fuses the photovoltaic power and the AC power of the distribution network. The design consideration, a detailed circuit and the characteristics of the fusion mode of this power converter are discussed. The results of a preliminary field test are reported to facilitate the understanding of the fusion mode. The use of this power converter is a cost-effective alternative technology that promotes energy conservation
Keywords :
DC-AC power convertors; distribution networks; harmonic distortion; invertors; photovoltaic power systems; power conversion harmonics; power system interconnection; AC distribution networks; PV power systems; cost-effective alternative technology; design consideration; energy conservation; fusion mode characteristics; interconnected power systems; photovoltaic AC fusion power converter; preliminary field test; Circuits; Costs; Energy conservation; Load flow; Photovoltaic cells; Photovoltaic systems; Power generation; Power supplies; Solar power generation; Voltage;
Journal_Title :
Energy Conversion, IEEE Transactions on
