A Novel Structure of Fully Soft-switched DC-DC Converter with Frequency Doubling Feature for High-Density Power Conversion

Saikat Dey, Ashwin Chandwani, Ayan Mallik

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Abstract

This paper presents a novel structure of a dual full bridge LLC resonant converter topology with a frequency doubling feature utilizing a novel modulation strategy for high step-down power conversion in data center application. The operational modes of the converter with the proposed PWM commutation strategy are analyzed in detail. A comparative study with the traditional 50% duty commutation scheme in PWM-controlled full-bridges shows the benefits of using the proposed 75% duty commutation at the second bridge switches. The criteria for soft switching at all the primary side devices at different loading conditions are also thoroughly investigated. For concept verification of the converter, a 400V to 1V DC, 500W conversion with the proposed topology is carried out in LTSpice simulation environment. The simulation results confirm the advantages of the converter: a) reduced magnetics size due to frequency doubling feature; b) zero-voltage switching (ZVS) with reduced switching frequency (f_{mathbf{sw}}) at all the primary side devices.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publication2021 IEEE Energy Conversion Congress and Exposition, ECCE 2021 - Proceedings
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages2112-2117
Number of pages6
ISBN (Electronic)9781728151359
DOIs
StatePublished - 2021
Event13th IEEE Energy Conversion Congress and Exposition, ECCE 2021 - Virtual, Online, Canada
Duration: Oct 10 2021Oct 14 2021

Publication series

Name2021 IEEE Energy Conversion Congress and Exposition, ECCE 2021 - Proceedings

Conference

Conference13th IEEE Energy Conversion Congress and Exposition, ECCE 2021
Country/TerritoryCanada
CityVirtual, Online
Period10/10/2110/14/21

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment
  • Energy Engineering and Power Technology
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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