A full frequency range average model for Vienna-type rectifiers

R. Burgos*, R. Lai, S. Rosado, F. Wang, D. Boroyevich, J. Pou

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Abstract

This paper presents a new mathematical model for three-level non-regenerative Vienna-type rectifiers exploiting the equivalence of this topology with three-level neutral-point-clamped (NPC) converters. Specifically, it models the rectifier operation using a positive- and one negative-rail switching function - the standard approach for NPC converters. This equivalent modeling renders the state space model of Vienna-type rectifiers structurally time invariant, enabling its conversion into the synchronous d-q frame, and its averaging over a switching cycle basis. The resultant model is consequently valid up to half of the switching frequency. An in-depth small-signal analysis is then presented showing that only the d-d channel and dc port of the rectifier present truly time-invariant dynamics, given the intrinsically pulsating power transfer between its ac and dc terminals; quasi-stationary small-signal analysis is thus mandatory for this type of topology. Simulation and experimental results with a 20 kW motor drive and 2 kW experimental prototype are used for validation purposes.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationPESC '08 - 39th IEEE Annual Power Electronics Specialists Conference - Proceedings
Pages4495-4502
Number of pages8
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2008
Externally publishedYes
EventPESC '08 - 39th IEEE Annual Power Electronics Specialists Conference - Rhodes, Greece
Duration: Jun 15 2008Jun 19 2008

Publication series

NamePESC Record - IEEE Annual Power Electronics Specialists Conference
ISSN (Print)0275-9306

Conference

ConferencePESC '08 - 39th IEEE Annual Power Electronics Specialists Conference
Country/TerritoryGreece
CityRhodes
Period6/15/086/19/08

ASJC Scopus Subject Areas

  • Modelling and Simulation
  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Energy Engineering and Power Technology
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Keywords

  • Average model
  • Quasi-stationary small-signal analysis
  • Small-signal analysis
  • Vienna rectifier

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