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Unit gain characteristic based resonant frequency tracking for DC transformer operation

  • University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

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Abstract

Resonant frequency operation or DC transformer (DCX) operation is the optimal operation mode for LLC converter due to the reduction of both conduction loss and switching loss. However, due to the variation of circuit parameters, the switching frequency will deviate from the resonant frequency, which results in converter efficiency degradation. To achieve on-line automatic resonant frequency tracking, in this paper, by sensing the output voltage and input voltage, the conversion ratio is computed on-line. Based on the unit gain operation characteristic, the switching frequency is modified to track the resonant frequency. The proposed method can be applied to all LLC converter topologies and operating in both below frequency region and above frequency region. Comprehensive experimental results are presented.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2021 IEEE Applied Power Electronics Conference and Exposition, APEC 2021
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages298-303
Number of pages6
ISBN (Electronic)9781728189499
DOIs
StatePublished - 14 Jun 2021
Externally publishedYes
Event36th Annual IEEE Applied Power Electronics Conference and Exposition, APEC 2021 - Virtual, Online, United States
Duration: 14 Jun 202117 Jun 2021

Publication series

NameConference Proceedings - IEEE Applied Power Electronics Conference and Exposition - APEC

Conference

Conference36th Annual IEEE Applied Power Electronics Conference and Exposition, APEC 2021
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityVirtual, Online
Period14/06/2117/06/21

Keywords

  • Constant voltage gain
  • DC transformer
  • Resonant frequency tracking

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