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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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Simulation of Three Phase PWM Rectifier for Reduced Harmonics in Line Current using FOPID Controller
Abstract: Abstract: The proposed system is three phases PWM rectifier with current controlled loop which issued for harmonic reduction in A.C. current. The current controlled loop consists of FOPID controller which reduce peak overshoot FOPID controller has benefit in stabilizing DC voltage. The simulation confirms the effectiveness of the proposed method by giving low harmonics output and less amount of power loss in which switching time is controlled to increase energy …
Published in Journal of Instrumentation Technology & Innovations · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 29–35 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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The Analysis of Bridge Rectifier Circuits using Mathematica
Abstract: This paper addresses the steady-state and transient analysis of bridge rectifiers. It starts withsuggesting an efficient representation of the diodes. A single equation that describes thediode’s performance in both the forward and reverse directions is presented. It implicitlytakes the voltage polarity into account. Without any loss of generality, the suggested method isapplied to the classical uncontrolled four-valve full-wave rectifier bridge configureuration.The effect of the load resistance and the eventual presence …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 30–42 Read article
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Radio-Frequency (RF) Energy Transfer and Harvesting Techniques with Rectifier and Antenna
Abstract: Electromagnetic energy has an important role in power and energy industry. As the demand for power increases, need for alternate energy sources are essential. Radio frequency (RF) energy transfer and harvesting techniques becomes one of the solutions. Basic RF harvesting circuit consists of three elements. This can be achieved by using a rectenna combination of rectifier and antenna. The antenna is to receive RF signal and rectifier to convert RF …
Published in Journal of Communication Engineering & Systems · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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The Energization Transients of 6-Pulse Rectifier Circuits
Abstract: This paper addresses the energization transients of 6-pulse rectifier circuits. It applies anefficient representation of the diodes in order to describe their performance in both theforward and reverse directions. Without any loss of generality, the suggested method isapplied to the classical un-controlled six-valve full-wave rectifier bridge configuration. Theeffect of the load resistance, the eventual presence of smoothing shunt-capacitors and seriesinductors as well as the waveform of the supply voltage is …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 18–30 Read article
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Transients of Short-Circuits and Fault Clearance in 6-Pulse Diode Rectifiers
Abstract: The paper addresses the short-circuit transients in 6-pulse diode rectifier bridges. It includes also an investigation into the transients resulting from the subsequent fault clearance. Unit-step functions are efficiently used for representing the diode characteristics and emulating the fault switching actions. The short-circuit fault and its subsequent clearance are simulated by means of a time-dependent shunt resistance at the rectifier terminals. The governing set of simultaneous algebraic and differential equations …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 6–14 Read article
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Harmonic Analysis of 6-Pulse Diode Bridge Rectifier Circuits
Abstract: This paper analyzes the steady-state harmonic performance of the six-diode, 3-phase rectifier bridge circuits. A procedure for determining the frequency spectra of the different voltages and currents within the bridge circuit, resulting from a 60-Hz 3-phase supply, is presented. The effect of the smoothing shunt-capacitor is also demonstrated. Based on a Mathematica code, the paper presents the results of a comprehensive list of case studies. The procedure can handle unsymmetrical …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Steady State and Transient Analysis of 6-Pulse Rectifier Bridges Including Faulty Diodes
Abstract: This paper addresses the steady-state and transient responses of un-controlled faulty 6-pulse diode rectifier bridge circuits. The faulty bridges can include several simultaneous diode valves’ open- or short-circuits. An efficient representation of the diodes is adopted in order to describe their performance in both the forward and reverse directions. A set of simultaneous differential and algebraic equations simulating the faulty rectifier bridge is presented. Its numerical solution is obtained through …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 19–31 Read article
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Harmonic Analysis of Full-Wave Diode Bridge Rectifier Circuits
Abstract: This paper analyzes the steady-state harmonic performance of four-diode, single-phase full-wave rectifier bridge circuits. The frequency spectra of the source and load currents are presented. The effect of the load resistance, the source inductance, the smoothing shunt- capacitor as well as the waveform of the supply voltage is illustrated. The approach can also handle cases involving non-sinusoidal sources and non-linear loads. Based on a Mathematica code, the paper presents the …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 7–21 Read article
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Small Size High Gain Antenna and High Efficiency Rectifier for RF Energy Harvesting in 2.45 GHz ISM Band
Abstract: A streamlined microwave energy harvesting system to harvest energy in 2.45 GHz presented in this paper. An electromagnetically coupled square micro-strip antenna is designed and fabricated for formation in proposed system. Antenna gain of 6.7 db and bandwidth from 2.42to 2.47 GHz is achieved. The maximum gain of proposed antenna is 24 db at frequency 2.1 GHz. Rectifier circuit consists of a resonant circuit and a boosting circuit for enhancing …
Published in Journal of Microwave Engineering and Technologies · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 41–46 Read article
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On The Energization and Steady-State Performance of 6-Pulse Diode Bridge Rectifiers Supplying Constant Voltage Loads
Abstract: The paper addresses the analysis of 3-phase 6-pule diode bridge rectifier circuits supplying a special load category representable by constant voltage sources. The applied Mathematica-based solution technique can handle symmetrical and unsymmetrical 3-phase voltages. The presented results include the phase currents on the AC side as well as the magnitude and wave shape of the output current on the DC side. Several case studies demonstrating the impact of the source’s …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 14–23 Read article
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Simulation And Analysis of Radio Frequency Energy Harvesting System Operating at 2.45 GHz Frequency
Abstract: — This paper proposed study of an RF energy harvesting system at 2.45 GHz using a rectifier and an antenna so called rectenna. Inset-fed micro-strip rectangular patch antenna array is fabricated. The rectifier circuit, employing Schottky diodes (HSMS-2850), converts AC power from the antenna to DC for RF detection. Analysis of the antenna's design and parameters such as directivity, return loss, gain, and VSWR is done using high-frequency simulator software …
Published in Journal of Microwave Engineering and Technologies · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 7–15 Read article
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A New Dual Side Cut Corner Circularly Polarized Rectenna 2.45 GHz with DGS
Abstract: This paper introduces a new dual side cut corner circular polarized (CP) high efficiency rectifying antenna (Rectenna) array. The Rectenna consists of a truncated square patch antenna and a rectifying circuit. The Rectenna use a micro-strip patch antenna as a frequency 2.45 GHz and gain of 31.29 dB. The Rectenna circuit has a low pass filter (LPF) the maximum RF to DC conversion efficiency of the Rectenna is 68%.
Published in Journal of Telecommunication, Switching Systems and Networks · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 19–23 Read article
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Real-world Pothole Detection Using Image Processing and Deep Learning Convolutional Neural Network Model
Abstract: Potholes are a major problem of concern in many parts of the cities across the country. Road accidents are one of the causes that significantly affect humanity and result in damage to vehicles and road surface. Potholes are dangerous for pedestrians who walk along the road and vehicular traffic on busy roads. Road accidents are caused due to improper maintenance of roads, and it is imperative to attend to such …
Published in Journal of Computer Technology & Applications · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 95–103 Read article
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Piezoelectric Energy Harvesting Using A 10x10 Sensor Matrix with Integrated Circuit Design for Pressure Control
Abstract: This project aims to create a system that generates energy using piezoelectric technology, designed as a rectangular tile platform. The platform has two layers of sensors arranged in a 10 × 10 grid, connected in a mix of series and parallel setups. The top layer acts as a surface for external forces, like footsteps, while springs connect the layers to control pressure and maximize energy generation. A rectifier ensures the …
Published in International Journal of VLSI Circuit Design & Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 47–53 Read article
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Analysis of Three Phase AC-DC Front End Converter with Vector Control
Abstract: The revolution in power electronics has opened in last few years widespread use of power converters of different power rating from few Watts to Mega-Watts. 3 phase AC-DC converters (Controlled rectifier) are most widely used power converters as the distributed electric power is AC supply, while the applications based on DC supply as well as variable frequency AC supply, need conversion of AC supply into DC supply. Large current harmonics …
Published in Journal of VLSI Design Tools and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 19–30 Read article
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Analysis of Six-Pulse Bridge Circuits Including Zener and Semiconductor Diodes Part One
Abstract: This paper addresses the analysis of electronic bridge circuits including Zener and/or semiconductor diodes. The analysis is based on recently suggested models for these diodes. A compact Mathematica code written in the Versions 7.0, 11.3 and 12.2 simulating a six-pulse rectifier bridge circuit is then derived and mathematically implemented. It investigates the time-domain transient and steady-state analysis of several representative case studies. In principle, the computer simulation can yield the …
Published in Journal of VLSI Design Tools and Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 14–22 Read article
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Design of CMOS AM Modem for Wireless Sensors
Abstract: A design of amplitude modulated (AM) modem, compatible to CMOS technology for its monolithic integration with either wireless microsensors or other sources of baseband signals, is presented in this paper operating in different frequency bands. Circuits functional in different operating conditions are considered in the paper to satisfy the requirement from low- to high-speed signals produced either from the wireless sensor or other signal source to be modulated on a …
Published in Journal of VLSI Design Tools and Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 1-2-3, 2012 · pp. 44–51 Read article
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Brushless DC Motor Drive System with Reduced DC-Link Capacitor for Reduction in Torque Ripple
Abstract: Presence of large value of dc-link capacitance in a brushless DC motor (BLDCM) drive system leads to an increase in the weight and volume of the system. A combination of an IGBT switch along with a small value of DC-link capacitance is proposed in this paper. BLDCM will be supplied by DC-link capacitor and rectified mains supply alternately via DC-link IGBT chopping during the time when the output voltage of …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 19–27 Read article