Novel Isolated Multiple-Input, Multiple-Output Multidirectional Converter for Modern Low-Voltage DC Power Distribution Architectures

Raphael Carrijo de Oliveira, Fernando Lessa Tofoli and Aniel Silva de Morais ()
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Raphael Carrijo de Oliveira: Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Federal University of Uberlândia, Uberlândia 38400-902, Brazil
Fernando Lessa Tofoli: Department of Electrical Engineering, Federal University of São João del-Rei, São João del-Rei 36307-352, Brazil
Aniel Silva de Morais: Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Federal University of Uberlândia, Uberlândia 38400-902, Brazil

Sustainability, 2023, vol. 15, issue 5, 1-33

Abstract: This work introduces a multiple-input, multiple-output (MIMO) isolated converter for low-power applications involving residential DC nanogrids and nanogrids. The topology has a multiport characteristic that allows for the integration of loads and sources with distinct ratings, e.g., photovoltaic (PV) modules, battery banks, DC loads, and the AC grid. The structure relies on a DC-DC multi-winding multidirectional flyback converter that operates as power interface and can minimize the number of power conversion stages while enabling flexible power flow control. Owing to its multidirectional characteristic, a port can be responsible for supplying or absorbing energy using duty cycle control or phase-shift control, respectively. Since the operating modes of the converter are decoupled, a predictive controller is capable of managing the power flow among the ports independently. Simulation results are presented and discussed to evaluate the control system robustness and its performance in power flow management.

Keywords: DC-DC converters; flyback converter; microgrids; MIMO systems; multiport converters; predictive control (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: O13 Q Q0 Q2 Q3 Q5 Q56 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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