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View article: Advanced Modulation Strategy for MMCs in Grid-Tied PV Systems: Module-Level Maximum Power Extraction Under Varying Irradiance Conditions
Advanced Modulation Strategy for MMCs in Grid-Tied PV Systems: Module-Level Maximum Power Extraction Under Varying Irradiance Conditions Open
The integration of large-scale photovoltaic (PV) systems requires advanced converter architectures capable of ensuring both high efficiency and fast dynamic response. Leveraging the inherent modularity and low harmonic distortion of Modula…
View article: Artificial Neural Networks for Residual Capacity Estimation of Cycle-Aged Cylindric LFP Batteries
Artificial Neural Networks for Residual Capacity Estimation of Cycle-Aged Cylindric LFP Batteries Open
This paper introduces a data-driven methodology for accurately estimating the residual capacity (RC) of lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries through a tailored artificial neural network (ANN) architecture. The proposed model integrates a…
View article: Pareto-Based Power Management for Reconfigurable Multi-Point Multi-Power EV Charging Stations
Pareto-Based Power Management for Reconfigurable Multi-Point Multi-Power EV Charging Stations Open
The increasing adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) is driving the need for more efficient, scalable, and flexible charging infrastructures. Among the most promising solutions are reconfigurable multi-point multi-power (MPMP) charging stati…
View article: Li-Ion Batteries for Electric Vehicle Applications: An Overview of Accurate State of Charge/State of Health Estimation Methods
Li-Ion Batteries for Electric Vehicle Applications: An Overview of Accurate State of Charge/State of Health Estimation Methods Open
Road transport significantly contributes to greenhouse gas emissions in all places where it is used and therefore also in Europe, prompting the EU to set ambitious objectives for CO2 reduction. In order to reach these objectives, the autom…
View article: Novel Modulation with Flexible Power Distribution for Single-Phase Dual-Port DC-AC Converters
Novel Modulation with Flexible Power Distribution for Single-Phase Dual-Port DC-AC Converters Open
Dual-port dc-ac converters utilizing the Neutral-Point-Clamped (NPC) multilevel topology are increasingly considered for the compact integration of multiple sources and loads in various applications. NPC-based dual-port converters (NPCDPC)…
View article: Multi-Port Traction Converter for Hydrogen Rail Vehicles: A Comparative Study
Multi-Port Traction Converter for Hydrogen Rail Vehicles: A Comparative Study Open
The neutral-point-clamped multiport inverter (MPI) has recently gained significant attention in compact architectures for multisource systems, where multiple sources provide power to a common load. While existing studies primarily address …
View article: Size, Efficiency, and Reliability Analysis of a Multiport Traction Inverter with Downsized DC-DC Converter for a Catenary/Battery Tram
Size, Efficiency, and Reliability Analysis of a Multiport Traction Inverter with Downsized DC-DC Converter for a Catenary/Battery Tram Open
The use of a NPC-type multilevel converter as multiport inverter (MPI) has recently been considered a promising solution for the compact integration of multisource systems in various applications. This paper presents a broad analysis of a …
View article: Size, Efficiency, Reliability, and Cost Analysis of a Multiport Traction Inverter With Downsized DC–DC Converter for a Catenary/Battery Tram
Size, Efficiency, Reliability, and Cost Analysis of a Multiport Traction Inverter With Downsized DC–DC Converter for a Catenary/Battery Tram Open
The use of a NPC-type multilevel converter as multiport inverter (MPI) has recently been considered a promising solution for the compact integration of multisource systems in various applications. Despite increasing research interest in th…
View article: Size, Efficiency, and Reliability Analysis of a Multiport Traction Inverter with Downsized DC-DC Converter for a Catenary/Battery Tram
Size, Efficiency, and Reliability Analysis of a Multiport Traction Inverter with Downsized DC-DC Converter for a Catenary/Battery Tram Open
The use of a NPC-type multilevel converter as multiport inverter (MPI) has recently been considered a promising solution for the compact integration of multisource systems in various applications. This paper presents a broad analysis of a …
View article: Size, Efficiency, and Reliability Analysis of a Multiport Traction Inverter with Downsized DC-DC Converter for a Catenary/Battery Tram
Size, Efficiency, and Reliability Analysis of a Multiport Traction Inverter with Downsized DC-DC Converter for a Catenary/Battery Tram Open
The use of a NPC-type multilevel converter as multiport inverter (MPI) has recently been considered a promising solution for the compact integration of multisource systems in various applications. This paper presents a broad analysis of a …
View article: Doubly-Fed Induction Generator (DFIG) in Connected or Weak Grids for Turbine-Based Wind Energy Conversion System
Doubly-Fed Induction Generator (DFIG) in Connected or Weak Grids for Turbine-Based Wind Energy Conversion System Open
In the last thirty years the quantity of wind electricity generation has grown significantly due to its high-power density [...]
View article: Multiobjective Vector Modulation for Improved Control of NPC-Based Multi-Source Inverters in Hybrid Traction Systems
Multiobjective Vector Modulation for Improved Control of NPC-Based Multi-Source Inverters in Hybrid Traction Systems Open
The concept of a multi-source inverter (MSI) based on NPC topology was recently introduced for hybrid-electric powertrains to connect several dc sources to the traction load in a single conversion stage without magnetics. This work propose…
View article: Electrochemical Cell Loss Minimization in Modular Multilevel Converters Based on Half-Bridge Modules
Electrochemical Cell Loss Minimization in Modular Multilevel Converters Based on Half-Bridge Modules Open
In the developing context of distributed generation and flexible smart grids, in order to realize electrochemical storage systems, Modular Multilevel Converters (MMCs) represent an interesting alternative to the more traditional Voltage So…
View article: Performance Analysis of a Full Order Sensorless Control Adaptive Observer for Doubly-Fed Induction Generator in Grid Connected Operation
Performance Analysis of a Full Order Sensorless Control Adaptive Observer for Doubly-Fed Induction Generator in Grid Connected Operation Open
This paper focuses on the performance analysis of a sensorless control for a Doubly Fed Induction Generator (DFIG) in grid-connected operation for turbine-based wind generation systems. With reference to a conventional stator flux based Fi…
View article: Battery Losses In a MMC for BEVS Application
Battery Losses In a MMC for BEVS Application Open
Objective: This paper analyses the Modular Multilevel Converter (MMC) topology, where each individual Sub Module (SM), in half bridge configuration, is directly fed by an elementary electrochemical cell. Methods: The aim is to investigate …
View article: Integrated BMS-MMC Balancing Technique Highlighted by a Novel Space-Vector Based Approach for BEVs Application
Integrated BMS-MMC Balancing Technique Highlighted by a Novel Space-Vector Based Approach for BEVs Application Open
This paper proposes a new mathematical model of modular multilevel converters for battery electric vehicles with space-vectors enabling a critical analysis of cell balancing for the battery management system. In particular, the requirement…
View article: Simplified Optimum Control Method for Monoinverter Dual Parallel PMSM Drive
Simplified Optimum Control Method for Monoinverter Dual Parallel PMSM Drive Open
This paper proposes a simplified optimum control strategy for a monoinverter dual parallel (MIDP) permanent magnet synchronous motor (PMSM). With reference to the parallel PMSM unified model, two different auxiliary conditions are investig…
View article: Perturb and Observe Control for an Embedded Point Pivoted Absorber
Perturb and Observe Control for an Embedded Point Pivoted Absorber Open
Marine energy sources represent an attractive and inexhaustible reservoir able to contribute to the fulfillment of the world energy demand in accordance with climate/energy regulatory frameworks. Wave energy converter (WEC) integration int…
View article: Control and Modulation Techniques for a Centralized PV Generation System Grid Connected via an Interleaved Inverter
Control and Modulation Techniques for a Centralized PV Generation System Grid Connected via an Interleaved Inverter Open
In the context of grid connected photovoitaic (PV) generation systems, there are two paramount aspects regarding the Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) of the photovoltaic units and the continuity of the service. The most diffused MPPT al…
View article: Optimized Adaptive Perturb and Observe Maximum Power Point Tracking Control for Photovoltaic Generation
Optimized Adaptive Perturb and Observe Maximum Power Point Tracking Control for Photovoltaic Generation Open
The power extracted from PV arrays is usually maximized using maximum power point tracking algorithms. One of the most widely used techniques is the perturb & observe algorithm, which periodically perturbs the operating point of the PV arr…