Performance Analysis of Modular Multilevel Converter with NPC Sub-Modules in Photovoltaic Grid-Integration
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Abstract
In this article, a three-phase modular multilevel converter (MMC) with three-level neutral point clamped converter (NPC) sub-modules (SMs) along with the placement of transformers in place of arm inductors is proposed for PV grid integration. Compared to the traditional MMCs, the proposed configuration reduces the voltage and power rating for the switches and the requirement of a high capacitor bank. In order to analyze the performance of the proposed converter arrangement, we have implemented four pulse width modulation schemes, such as Sine PWM with phase-level shifted carrier (SPWMLSC), Sine PWM with a phase-shifted carrier (SPWMPSC), Sine with the third harmonic injected level-shifted carrier (STHILSC), and Sine with the third harmonic injected phase-shifted carrier (STHIPSC). The proposed converter was simulated in the MATLAB/Simulink platform. Under normal and faulty operation, the results were presented with their performance indices of voltage and current harmonic distortion and sub-module capacitor voltage ripples at various modulation indices.
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OpenAlex topics: HVDC Systems and Fault Protection · Silicon Carbide Semiconductor Technologies · Multilevel Inverters and Converters
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Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, National Institute of Technology Goa, Ponda 403401, India
Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of the Ryukyus, Okinawa 9030213, Japan
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