A new design of active NPC converter topology with higher voltage gain for solar PV applications

Classical multilevel inverter (MLI) topologies have gained widespread interest in industry and academia because of the improved qualities they offer over their two-level counterparts. MLIs are characterized by reduced Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) and high power conversion efficiency. Classical MLI topologies, however, are not without drawbacks; generally, they require many components as the number of output waveform levels is increased, resulting in high cost and complex implementation. Furthermore, MLIs based on flying capacitors have issues with capacitor voltage balancing and high inrush currents. As a result, this has prompted researchers to develop reduced component count (RCC) or reduced switch count (RSC) and hybrid topologies to achieve high power quality, but at reduced cost and complexity in comparison to classical MLI topologies. This article evaluates the merits and demerits of recently proposed reduced switch count and hybrid topologies, identifies challenges and opportunities, and proposes further research and development for the improvement of multilevel inverters. This review paper will be helpful to those conducting research in the field of MLI technology.

show abstract

scite is a Brooklyn-based organization that helps researchers better discover and understand research articles through Smart Citations–citations that display the context of the citation and describe whether the article provides supporting or contrasting evidence. scite is used by students and researchers from around the world and is funded in part by the National Science Foundation and the National Institute on Drug Abuse of the National Institutes of Health.

Contact Info

customersupport@researchsolutions.com

10624 S. Eastern Ave., Ste. A-614

Henderson, NV 89052, USA

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Blog Terms and Conditions API Terms Privacy Policy Contact Cookie Preferences Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information

Made with 💙 for researchers

Part of the Research Solutions Family.

A new design of active NPC converter topology with higher voltage gain for solar PV applications

Cited by 3 publications

References 22 publications

Advancements in Multilevel Inverters for Efficient Harnessing of Renewable Energy: A Comprehensive Review and Application Analysis

Advancements in Multilevel Inverters for Efficient Harnessing of Renewable Energy: A Comprehensive Review and Application Analysis

Improved Dual Boost Mid-Point Clamped Five-Level Inverter Topology

A structural review on reduced switch count and hybrid multilevel inverters

Contact Info

Product

Resources

About