Carrier based modulation technique for three phase Matrix Converters – state of the art progress

Recently considerable interest is shown in the use of Matrix Converters for industrial drive applications. Since the inception, several carrier based modulation schemes have been proposed for Matrix Converters. The operation and control methodology of Matrix Converters are complex. This paper examines the various modulation schemes for three phase ac to three phase ac matrix converters starting from the Venturini and optimum Venturini algorithm to the recently developed Sunter-Clare and Ned Mohan algorithm, by modeling technique. The SIMULINK model simulation results are presented and the results are compared.