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31 articles for “rectifying circuit”
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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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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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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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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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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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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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Rectenna Design with Defect Ground Structure at 2.16 GHz
Abstract: AbstractThis paper presents the rectenna design for Wireless Power Transmission. The design would receive and convert microwave of 2.16 GHz to DC. Proposed rectenna is a combination of microstrip patch antenna, followed by stepped impedance filter and then matching circuit and rectifier circuit. A low-pass filter (LPF) at the input port of the rectifying circuit is used to suppress the high order harmonics. The IE3D software is used for the …
Published in Journal of Communication Engineering & Systems · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 16–18 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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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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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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Energy Harvesting Circuits with Piezoelectric Material: Design, Integration, and Optimization
Abstract: Piezoelectric energy harvesters (PHE) have drawn significant interest as a method of harvesting environment energy to power because of its compatibility and high energy density. Integrating piezoelectric energy harvesters into wireless sensor networks, Internet of Things (IoT)) devices, and wearable electronics enhances their functionality and also increases sustainability. This integration can be lead to the development of self-powered devices that can operate continuously without the need for external power sources. …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1028–1039 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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Performance Evaluation and Operation of DSP Control UPS System
Abstract: An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) is a power controller that gives emergency electricity to a load when the mains energy fails. In on-line UPS, the load is always connected to the inverter though the UPS static switch. Specialized expertise is required for collection, analysis, and dissemination of technical information relating to high quality uninterruptible power systems. Inherent in these responsibilities is the coordination of technical and contractual matters relating to …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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Performance Analysis of a Three-DOF Piezoelectric Vibration Energy Harvester
Abstract: Mechanical vibration energy can be transformed into electrical energy by a vibration energy harvester, which can then be stored in the battery for later use. It can convert vibrational motions like walking, leaping, running, etc. into pure renewable energy. This can turn previously squandered energy into energy that can be used to recharge wireless sensors and portable electronics. If these gadgets are used widely, they can produce a lot of …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 9, 2023 · pp. 10–18 Read article
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RF Energy Harvesting Techniques for Wireless Sensor Networks
Abstract: In contemporary applications like environmental monitoring, healthcare systems, industrial automation, agriculture, military surveillance, and smart cities, Wireless Sensor Networks (WSNs) are crucial. However, the limited battery life of sensor nodes remains a major challenge because many sensor devices are deployed in remote or difficult-to-access locations. Frequent battery replacement or recharging increases maintenance cost, reduces network reliability, and limits long-term operation. In contemporary applications like environmental monitoring, healthcare systems, industrial automation, …
Published in Recent Trends in Sensor Research & Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 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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Analysis of Six-Pulse Bridge Circuits Including Zener and Semiconductor Diodes – Part Two
Abstract: The present study offers a generic method for simulating and modelling six-pulse rectifier bridge circuits in the time domain. These circuits can include Zener and/or semi-conductor type diodes or even a mixture of them. The governing system of simultaneous algebraic and differential equations are listed and solved numerically using a computer code written in Mathematica. The flexibly written program can handle voltage sources of any time waveform, frequency or internal …
Published in Journal of VLSI Design Tools and Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 13–21 Read article
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Study and Analysis of Delay Faults of Embedded Processor using Dynamic Voltage Scaling Methods
Abstract: Voltage over-scaling has been a possibility for energy dependability compromise. This research will look into its effectiveness and the potential for rationale deferral flaws. Our contextual investigation on an ARM Cortex-M0 processor with business 45 nm libraries shows that the quantity of defer deficiencies increments decisively after the principal bombing working point which infers that voltage overscaling will be wasteful after the basic working point. This recommends the need of …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Embedded System & Applications · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 15–19 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