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135 articles for “DC-DC power converters”
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Design Simulation and Analysis of Zeta Converter for Speed Control of BLDC Motor
Abstract: In recent years, usage of variable speed drive systems has been increasing in various low power applications like automobile industries, domestic appliances, etc. To save the energy consumption of devices, there is a necessity in the usage of green and eco-friendly electronics. For improvement in power factor and speed control, BLDC with Zeta converter is proposed in this paper. Zeta converter is used for voltage regulation due to its wide …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 17–32 Read article
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Adaptive Maximum Power Point Tracking Using Improved Cuckoo Search for Solar Panels During Variable Sunlight and Shaded Conditions
Abstract: India's government seeks to keep up with the country's quickly increasing energy needs, which are mostly satisfied by burning coal and oil. By 2030, 40% of the country's energy is expected to originate from renewable sources, according to official plans. By 2022, New Delhi hopes to generate 175 GW of renewable energy, primarily from solar and wind power, with a target of 100 gigawatts. Although India has very few renewable …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 34–45 Read article
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Simulation of Z-Source Inverter for Photovoltaic Cell Applications
Abstract: Our project is about the implementation of z-source inverter for solving shading problem. The application of photovoltaic cell normally faces the shading problem of solar light, so that it leads to inconsistent power generation and low system efficiency. Z-source inverter overcomes the conceptual and theoretical barriers and limitations of the traditional voltage source converter (abbreviated as V-source converter) and current source converter (abbreviated as I-source converter). The z-source concept can …
Published in Journal of Electronic Design Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Harnessing Solar Energy to Supply Power to Far Flung Areas and Challenges
Abstract: AbstractIncrease in land and air pollution during the conversion of energy sources of fossil fuel such as oil, coal and natural gas have their adverse effects on environment and ecology. Depleting quality of these sources raises the question of sustainability in the long run, there by compelled humanity to go in search of the other alternatives. In this context, the solar sources of energy have attracted the global attentions and …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 50–58 Read article
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Control of a Grid-Connected Variable Speed Permanent Magnet Synchronous Generator Based Wind Power Generation System
Abstract: Variable speed wind turbines are more efficient compared to their fixed speed counterparts since maximum power is extracted over a wide range of wind speeds. In this work a grid-connected wind power generation system is modeled and implemented in Matlab/Simulink using a permanent magnet synchronous generator. A back to back space vector pulse width modulated voltage source converter converts the variable frequency generator currents and voltages into DC, then back …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 8–24 Read article
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Advanced Design, Modeling and Optimization Techniques in Electric Vehicle Using Green Energy: A Review
Abstract: In today’s world, we are using conventional energy sources in a larger amount. To reduce it we must move to use an alternative source, it means replacing the diesel and petrol vehicles with an electric vehicle, which is the best option. The rapid expansion of electric vehicles (EVs) is expected to make them a major contributor to transportation. Increasing fossil fuel use has resulted in greenhouse gas emissions that are …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 20–28 Read article
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Implementation of a Bidirectional Double-Boost DC-DC Converter with a High Conversion Ratio
Abstract: This paper presents the design and implementation of a Bidirectional double-boost DC-DC Converter for renewable energy applications with a high conversion ratio. The system’s main circuit is the bidirectional buck/boost converter which manages and controls both charging and discharging mode functions. With very simple control circuits, the high conversion ratio is achieved using Coupled Inductor technique. With the motto to achieve high conversion ratio, one power switch is controlled for …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 16–22 Read article
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To analyze performance of Wind/Battery Hybrid Power System using Different MPPT Techniques
Abstract: Where traditional power generation is not feasible, renewable energy sources have become a popular alternative electrical energy source. The output of photovoltaic and wind electricity has expanded dramatically in recent years. We suggested a hybrid energy system in this study that uses both solar panels and wind turbine parameters to generate electrical power and supply it to a power grid station. Maximum power point tracking is achieved using two control …
Published in Current Trends in Signal Processing · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 15–27 Read article
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USB Charger Using Pedal Power
Abstract: Profound cyclists will no doubt have every now and then thought that is would be agreeable to have some special type of on-board power supply to charge a mobile device such as a phone or a satnav even though on the road. The project describes how this can be achieved quite simply using power from the bicycle’s dynamo and a switching regulator. The alternating voltage delivered by the bicycle’s dynamo …
Published in Journal of Semiconductor Devices and Circuits · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 1–3 Read article
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Fault Tolerant Inverter for BLDC Drives
Abstract: In this study, fault tolerant inverter for BLDC drives is used for aerospace application. In such application, the human intervention is limited. So, the fault tolerant control of BLDC motor is of great importance for its continuous operating capacity even under the faulty situation. Over voltage and over current phenomenon occur in system due to switching faults, so a fault isolation and system reconfiguration method is presented. This method can …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 31–38 Read article
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Light Sensor Circuit
Abstract: The presence of light increases current in the photo diode or phototransistor. LM317 supplied lower voltage DC power in the circuit. Capacitors are connected in parallel with the DC output in order to filter out any high frequency AC signal coming from the noise. NE555P Timer produced accurate oscillation. BPV11 is used as a photodiode. LM311 is the comparator and the light on/off is converted to low/ high of the …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 7–11 Read article
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Design and Validation of Polymer-Separated Lithium-Ion Battery Powered Mini-UPS for Networking Applications
Abstract: Due to the growing use of semiconductor-based electronic devices in networking applications, power interruptions can cause data loss, productivity loss, and system disruptions. To eliminate these outages, Mini Uninterruptible Power Supplies are expensive and have single-use batteries with shorter battery lives. These networking wires, cables, and other electrical components are polymer-insulated. Polymers with low dielectric constants have the potential to improve antenna interlayer dielectrics, communication cables, and other hardware for …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 917–933 Read article
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Speed Control of An Inverter Fed Three-Phase Induction Motor Using IP Controller Considering Core Loss and Stray Load Loss
Abstract: Consideration of core losses and stray load losses to design a controller of an inverter fed induction motor are affected to the flux and torque decoupling strategy adversely. As a consequence, the detuning of field-oriented control (FOC) is required. The detuning strategies have been developed in some literatures. But the implementation of detuning becomes difficult because of higher order expression. In general, the controlling and estimation of AC drives are …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 28–35 Read article
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A Review on Electric Spring Utilization for Smart Grid Structure in Power Generation
Abstract: The review documents contained in the literature are either completely off the non-critical load or forwarded within a convenient time frame based on the resulting satisfaction. In this study, instead of shifting critical loads to other terms, they tried to adjust the energy consumption of non-critical loads with the help of AC. A rule-based energy management algorithm is proposed, which uses electric springs to use AC microgrids.A new DC/DC converter …
Published in Journal of Semiconductor Devices and Circuits · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 37–43 Read article
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Hidden Buck Chopper Circuits Topology in a Switch Controlled Singe Phase Rectifier, Size and Cost Analysis
Abstract: This paper shows hidden buck chopper circuits topology in a single phase switch controlled full wave rectifier. Justification of this realization yields the opportunity to use the single circuit structure for both AC to DC and DC to DC conversion processes. Generally, two diodes out of four diodes are replaced by two switches to offer voltage gain and input power factor regulation in a single phase full wave rectifier. Such …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 17–28 Read article
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Comparative Study of Boost, Elementary LUO and Super Lift LUO Converters for MPPT Photovoltaic Using P and O and Inc Methods
Abstract: The current Power demand of both industrial and domestic sectors forcing them to shift from traditional power sources to the green sources like Solar and Wind. Distributed Generation systems using solar and wind have multi-fold benefits compared to the traditional power generation. The Electrical power drawn from these renewables sources using MPPT methods such as Perturb & Observe (P&O), and Incremental Conductance (INC) methods are examined in this paper for …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 26–43 Read article
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Digital Front-End Architecture of ECG Acquisition System with 0.5V Supply
Abstract: AbstractDue to the popularity of portable electronic products, low power systems have attracted more attention in recent years. Dynamic power consumption remains to be the biggest contributor to the total power consumption of a hardware design. A new power efficient electrocardiogram acquisition system that uses a fully digital architecture to reduce the power consumption and chip area has been proposed in this paper. The design of analog-to-digital converters (ADCs) is …
Published in Journal of Semiconductor Devices and Circuits · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 11–20 Read article
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Fast Charging of Lithium-Ion Batteries Using a Full-Bridge Rectifier and Buck Converter with SOC Tracking
Abstract: This paper presents a simplified and cost-effective approach to electric vehicle (EV) fast charging by replacing the conventional neutral point clamped (NPC) converter with a full-bridge diode rectifier followed by a buck converter. The proposed topology is designed to deliver a regulated 80 V DC from a three-phase AC grid to charge a lithium-ion battery at a controlled current of 3 A. The converter design includes a three-phase diode bridge …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 18–25 Read article
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Solar Electric Powered Hybrid Vehicle
Abstract: The renewable energy is vital for today’s world as the nonrenewable sources that we are using are going to get exhausted in near future. The solar vehicle is a step in saving these nonrenewable sources of energy. The basic principle of Solar/Electric Powered Hybrid Vehicle (SEPHV) is to use energy that is stored in a battery during and after charging it from a solar panel. The charged batteries are used …
Published in Journal of Electronic Design Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 9–16 Read article
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Design and Simulation of Z-Source Inverter Fed Brushless DC Motor Drive Supplied With Fuel Cell for Automotive Applications
Abstract: This paper presents design and simulation of Z-source inverter fed brushless DC motor drive supplied with fuel cell for automotive applications. The brushless DC (BLDC) motor are used due to many advantages such as high efficiency, high torque, high reliability, high-power density, lower maintenance compared to other motors in electric transport applications. The BLDC motor drive is with voltage source inverter (VSI) or current source inverter (CSI) because of low …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 60–71 Read article