Design, Analysis and Implementation of the Tapped-Inductor Boost Current Converter on Current Based System

Abstract

Power converters play a crucial role in renewable energy systems. Most well-known power conversion topologies are voltage mode, not current mode. Current mode converters are more appropriate for renewable energy systems such as photovoltaic systems since solar panels are typical current sources. The vast usage of battery as energy storage is also a current sink for constant current mode charging. Utilizing current mode converters should be more straightforward and judicious. In this study, a new topology for the tapped-inductor power conversion circuit family is introduced. The proposed topology has been investigated thoroughly based on theories, simulations and experiments. The boost version is examined as an example to downstate the performance. A detailed comparison with the conventional boost current converter is conducted in this paper.

Analysis, Design and Effectuation of a Tapped Inductor Current Converter with Fractional Output for Current Source Systems

“…Generally, the output current of a current source converter needs to be kept stable [17]. Otherwise, it can lead to a decrease in power distribution efficiency or damage to the load equipment [18].…”

“…The circuit studied in this article adds a tapped inductor [4,17,[19][20][21] to the course. This connection method can change the inductance at both ends of the inductor by moving the position of the point of the tap on the inductor.…”

Energy Management in the Multi-Source Systems

“…A new tapped inductor based boost current converter topology has been studied [17]. The converter has been analyzed by means of theories, simulations, and experiments.…”