This paper proposes a three phase interleaved high gain DC-DC converter for photovoltaic (PV) applications. Interleaving technique reduces the input current ripple and current stress on the power switch while simultaneously handling high power. The voltage gain is extended by using a voltage lift capacitor, coupled inductor and voltage multiplier cell. Since voltage gain extension is realized at the secondary side of the coupled inductors, the voltage stress on the switches is only a fraction of the output voltage. Experimental results obtained from a 24V/260V, 500W prototype converter proves the converter suitability for high step up voltage conversion. © 2017 The Authors. Published by Elsevier Ltd.

Prabhakar M

Electrical

School of Electrical Engineering

Chennai Campus

Kalaimaran S

Revathi S.B

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Energy Procedia

This study proposes a novel non-isolated high-gain high-power DC-DC converter. The converter is developed from a basic high-gain high-power converter structure. The proposed converter comprises of a three-phase interleaved boost converter, one coupled inductor and a voltage multiplier cell which act as gain extension stage. The main desirable features like voltage gain, stress on the switches and diodes, turns ratio, component utilisation factor and efficiency are summarised. The power circuit, operational details, simulation and experimental results of the 60 V/1.1 kV, 3 kW, 100 kHz proposed converter are presented. © The Institution of Engineering and Technology 2016.

IET Power Electronics

Transformerless high-gain DC–DC converter for microgrids

To meet the ever increasing electrical energy demand, energy conversion from PV sources is gaining prominence. When used in conjunction with existing power system network, the energy extracted from the renewable energy sources can be utilized to electrify remote areas also. The advancements in DC-DC converter topologies and inverter control strategies have led to the wide emergence of grid tied PV systems. The efficiency at which power is fed to the grid hinges largely on the proper choice and performance of the DC-DC converter stage. Hence, there is a compelling need to thoroughly review the performance of existing DC-DC converter topologies. In this paper, a comprehensive review on the evolution and design aspects of High Gain High Power (HGHP) DC-DC converters employable for solar PV fed system is presented. A simple and generalized strategy to derive high gain high power DC-DC converters has been developed and presented. The salient features of five novel converter topologies that have been derived by using the proposed strategy are elaborated to illustrate the validity of the adopted synthesis methodology. The salient features and the feasibility of connecting the derived topologies to the DC grid/micro grid are highlighted. © 2016 Elsevier Ltd

Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews

Non isolated high gain DC-DC converter topologies for PV applications – A comprehensive review

The output voltage available from renewable sources like photovoltaic panels, fuel cells and battery banks are too low to be practically utilised. Therefore, the available voltage must be stepped up considerably before connecting to the load. In this paper, a novel topology, which consists of two interleaved stages and five voltage multiplier cells, is presented. The topology is derived from a classical boost converter and utilises two switches, two inductors for the interleave stage,12 diodes, 12 capacitors and one voltage lift capacitor to provide a voltage gain of 14. In general, a topology that provides a gain (N + 2) times that of a classical boost converter utilises (2N + 2) diodes and (2N + 2) capacitors along with a voltage lift capacitor. The primary feature of this topology is its capability to provide high-conversion ratio without using a transformer; additional features are, continuous input current, moderate duty cycle operation and modularity. Experimental results obtained from a 100 W, 24 V/336 V prototype demonstrate the feasibility of the converter and validate the converter design. © 2014 Inderscience Enterprises Ltd.

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ISSN	1876-6102
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