Title :
A matrix converter without diode clamped over-voltage protection
Author :
Mahlein, Jochen ; Braun, Michael
Author_Institution :
Elektrotech. Inst., Fridericiana Univ., Karlsruhe, Germany
Abstract :
In this paper, the design and testing of a new protection strategy for a matrix power converter feeding an induction motor is described. The new protection strategy, with excellent overvoltage protection, allows to remove the large and expensive diode clamp
Keywords :
AC-AC power convertors; induction motors; machine protection; overvoltage protection; power supplies to apparatus; design; diode clamp removal; induction motor; matrix power converter; overvoltage protection; power supply; protection strategy; testing; Bidirectional control; Bridge circuits; Clamps; Commutation; Insulated gate bipolar transistors; Matrix converters; Protection; Semiconductor diodes; Switches; Voltage;
Conference_Titel :
Power Electronics and Motion Control Conference, 2000. Proceedings. IPEMC 2000. The Third International
Conference_Location :
Beijing
Print_ISBN :
7-80003-464-X
DOI :
10.1109/IPEMC.2000.884609
