Modular multilevel converter circulating current reduction using model predictive control

L Ben-Brahim, A Gastli, M Trabelsi… - IEEE Transactions …, 2016 - ieeexplore.ieee.org
Modular multilevel converter (MMC) is a promising new topology for high-voltage
applications. The MMC is made of several identical submodules. For proper operation, each …

An equivalent circuit method for modelling and simulation of modular multilevel converters in real-time HIL test bench

W Li, J Bélanger - IEEE Transactions on Power Delivery, 2016 - ieeexplore.ieee.org
In China, two modular multilevel converter (MMC) projects were recently commissioned, and
another two are currently under construction. The real-time hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) test …

Power routing for cascaded H-bridge converters

Y Ko, M Andresen, G Buticchi… - IEEE Transactions on …, 2017 - ieeexplore.ieee.org
Modular power converters are expected to play a major role in medium-and high-
voltage/power applications. Normally, each module processes the same amount of power; …

Inherent SM voltage balance for multilevel circulant modulation in modular multilevel DC–DC converters

S Fan, X Xiang, J Sheng, Y Gu, H Yang… - … on Power Electronics, 2021 - ieeexplore.ieee.org
The modularity of a modular multilevel dc converter (MMDC) makes it attractive for medium-
voltage distribution systems. Inherent balance of submodule (SM) capacitor voltages is …

Module implementation and modulation strategy for sensorless balancing in modular multilevel converters

Z Li, R Lizana, S Sha, Z Yu… - … on Power Electronics, 2018 - ieeexplore.ieee.org
Modules with series and parallel connectivity add new features and operation modes to
modular multilevel converters (MMCs). Compared to full-and half-bridges, the series/parallel …

A voltage-level-based model predictive control of modular multilevel converter

F Zhang, W Li, G Joós - IEEE Transactions on Industrial …, 2016 - ieeexplore.ieee.org
In this paper, an improved model predictive control (MPC) of the modular multilevel
converter (MMC) with reduced computational burden is proposed. A mathematical model of …

A novel STATCOM based on diode-clamped modular multilevel converters

X Liu, J Lv, C Gao, Z Chen… - IEEE Transactions on …, 2016 - ieeexplore.ieee.org
A new static synchronous compensator (STATCOM) based on the diode-clamped modular
multilevel converter (DCM 2 C) is proposed in this paper. In this converter topology, the …

Multilevel converter with nearest level control for integrating solar photovoltaic system

SK Yadav, N Mishra, B Singh - IEEE Transactions on Industry …, 2022 - ieeexplore.ieee.org
This article presents a new Scott-ternary solar multilevel converter (ST-MLC)-based solar
photovoltaic (PV) system for medium voltage applications. This system employs a single …

Predictive harmonic control and its optimal digital implementation for MMC-based active power filter

Z Shu, M Liu, L Zhao, S Song… - IEEE Transactions on …, 2016 - ieeexplore.ieee.org
An optimal active power filter (APF) based on modular multilevel converter (MMC) without
load current and lower arm current sensors is proposed. Its control algorithm mainly includes …

A modular high-voltage pulse-generator with sequential charging for water treatment applications

AA Elserougi, AM Massoud… - IEEE Transactions on …, 2016 - ieeexplore.ieee.org
High-voltage pulse-generators can be used effectively for bacterial decontamination in water
treatment applications. Applying a pulsed electric field to the infected water sample …