Emerging Trends in Power Electronic Converters for Energy Storage Applications

A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering".

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Interests: power electronics; motor and magnetic components design; transmission and distribution power systems design
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Dear Colleagues,

Emerging trends in power electronics signify a shift towards greater efficiency, miniaturization, and enhanced reliability. Semiconductor advancements, novel circuit topologies, and innovative control strategies are propelling the development of converters that redefine energy management in various applications. On the other hand, energy storage is now the linchpin of energy transition. With renewable energy sources like solar and wind gaining prominence, energy storage systems have emerged as critical components to address intermittency challenges. Power electronic converters serve as the linchpin connecting emerging trends, energy storage technologies, and diverse applications but also empower energy storage systems with the capability to respond dynamically to changing energy demands. As a result, energy storage applications across various sectors, from grid-scale solutions to portable electronics, are ushering in a more sustainable and efficient energy future.

Prof. Dr. Jenn-Jong Shieh
Prof. Dr. Kuo-Ing Hwu
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Keywords

  • battery energy storage system
  • renewable energy curtailment
  • power grid congestion
  • inverter-based renewable energy source
  • multilevel converter

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Single-Stage Step-Down Power Factor Corrector without Full-Bridge Rectifier
by Kuo-Ing Hwu, Jenn-Jong Shieh and Yu-Ping He
Appl. Sci. 2024, 14(8), 3449; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/app14083449 - 19 Apr 2024
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In this paper, a single-stage step-down power factor corrector without a full-bridge rectifier is developed, which is designed to operate in discontinuous conduction mode (DCM). In terms of control, the DCM has the advantages of simple control and easy realization, no slope compensation, [...] Read more.
In this paper, a single-stage step-down power factor corrector without a full-bridge rectifier is developed, which is designed to operate in discontinuous conduction mode (DCM). In terms of control, the DCM has the advantages of simple control and easy realization, no slope compensation, zero current switching, and no diode reverse current. By sampling the output voltage and using the voltage-follower control to generate the necessary control force to drive the power switch, not only can the output voltage be stabilized at the desired value, but also the input current can be, as much as possible, in the form of a sinusoidal waveform and can follow the phase of the input voltage. Moreover, the harmonic distortion meets the requirements of the IEC6100-3-2 Class D harmonics standard, and, thus, the proposed rectifier is appropriate for the computer, computer monitor, and television receiver. Eventually, by means of mathematical deductions, simulations by PSIM version 9.1, and experimental results, the feasibility and effectiveness of the proposed circuit can be verified. Full article
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