Topology and application of bidirectional isolated dc-dc converters

Nadia M.L. Tan, Takahiro Abe, Hirofumi Akagi

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Abstract

A bidirectional isolated dc-dc converter manages the power flow between an energy storage device and a dc bus with functions of galvanic isolation and voltage matching. Research and development of these converters focus on improving efficiency and power density. This paper presents and compares various configurations of bidirectional isolated dc-dc converters. It also illustrates the performance of a 6-kW, full-bridge, bidirectional isolated dc-dc converter operating at 4 kHz, which is suitable for output power leveling of photovoltaic generation systems connected to homes and office buildings. The maximum efficiency of the dc-dc converter is measured at 98.1% during battery charging and at 98.2% during battery discharging. The converter maintains a high efficiency of more than 97% for a wide range of power transfer.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication8th International Conference on Power Electronics - ECCE Asia
Subtitle of host publication"Green World with Power Electronics", ICPE 2011-ECCE Asia
Pages1039-1046
Number of pages8
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2011
Externally publishedYes
Event8th International Conference on Power Electronics - ECCE Asia: "Green World with Power Electronics", ICPE 2011-ECCE Asia - Jeju, Korea, Republic of
Duration: 30 May 20113 Jun 2011

Publication series

Name8th International Conference on Power Electronics - ECCE Asia: "Green World with Power Electronics", ICPE 2011-ECCE Asia

Conference

Conference8th International Conference on Power Electronics - ECCE Asia: "Green World with Power Electronics", ICPE 2011-ECCE Asia
Country/TerritoryKorea, Republic of
CityJeju
Period30/05/113/06/11

Keywords

  • Bidirectional isolated dc-dc converters
  • efficiency
  • energy storage systems

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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