Circuit theoretic classification and performance comparison of parallel-connected switching converters

Yuehui Huang, Chi Kong Tse

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Abstract

This paper studies the various paralleling styles for dc/dc switching converters from a circuit theoretic viewpoint. The purpose is to examine all possible paralleling structures and control configurations, allowing simple and direct comparison of the characteristics and limitations of different paralleling schemes. In the paper, a circuit theoretic classification of parallel connected converters is described firstly. Converters are modeled as current sources or voltage sources in the classification, and their connection possibilities are categorized systematically into three basic types. Then, control arrangements are classified according to the presence of current-sharing and voltage-regulation loops. Moreover, comparison is made for all the schemes in terms of their performances in current sharing and voltage regulation. Finally, an experiment prototype is built to validate the analysis.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2008 IEEE International Symposium on Industrial Electronics, ISIE 2008
Pages196-201
Number of pages6
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 29 Dec 2008
Event2008 IEEE International Symposium on Industrial Electronics, ISIE 2008 - Cambridge, United Kingdom
Duration: 30 Jun 20082 Jul 2008

Conference

Conference2008 IEEE International Symposium on Industrial Electronics, ISIE 2008
Country/TerritoryUnited Kingdom
CityCambridge
Period30/06/082/07/08

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Control and Systems Engineering

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