Local control of multiple module converters with ratings-based load sharing

Shenoy, Pradeep

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Title

Local control of multiple module converters with ratings-based load sharing

Author(s)

Shenoy, Pradeep

Issue Date

2010-06-22T19:46:30Z

Director of Research (if dissertation) or Advisor (if thesis)

Krein, Philip T.

Department of Study

Electrical & Computer Eng

Discipline

Electrical & Computer Engr

Degree Granting Institution

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Degree Name

M.S.

Degree Level

Thesis

Keyword(s)

• dc-dc converters
• multiple module converters
• load sharing
• local control
• ratings-based load sharing
• current sharing
• distributed systems
• multi-agent systems
• Input-series output-parallel (ISOP)
• push-pull converter

Abstract

Multiple module dc-dc converters show promise in meeting the increasing demands on ef- ficiency and performance of energy conversion systems. In order to increase reliability, maintainability, and expandability, a modular approach in converter design is often desired. This thesis proposes local control of multiple module converters as an alternative to using a central controller or master controller. A power ratings-based load sharing scheme that allows for uniform and non-uniform sharing is introduced. Focus is given to an input series, output parallel (ISOP) configuration and modules with a push-pull topology. Sensorless current mode (SCM) control is digitally implemented on separate controllers for each of the modules. The benefits of interleaving the switching signals of the distributed modules is presented. Simulation and experimental results demonstrate stable, ratings-based sharing in an ISOP converter with a high conversion ratio for both uniform and non-uniform load sharing cases.

Graduation Semester

2010-5

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Copyright 2010 Pradeep Shenoy

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