Conference proceedings article
Transformer Design Optimization and Comparison for a DC-DC Converter used in PV Micro-Inverters
Publication Details
Authors: | Manthey, T.; Khader, M.; Friebe, J. |
Editor: | European Centre for Creative Economy |
Publisher: | Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc |
Place: | United States |
Publication year: | 2022 |
Pages range : | 1-6 |
Book title: | 24th European Conference on Power Electronics and Applications EPE 2022 ECCE Europe |
ISBN: | 978-1-6654-8700-9 |
Abstract
The use of micro-inverters can lead to higher efficiency of photovoltaik systems since shading problems and system failures have only a small impact. The most significant component in terms of losses and moreover extensive in the design process is the transformer which is necessary for the galvanic isolation and topology-dependent voltage boost. This paper compares several optimization options both simulatively and through measurement-based verification.
The use of micro-inverters can lead to higher efficiency of photovoltaik systems since shading problems and system failures have only a small impact. The most significant component in terms of losses and moreover extensive in the design process is the transformer which is necessary for the galvanic isolation and topology-dependent voltage boost. This paper compares several optimization options both simulatively and through measurement-based verification.
Keywords
Isolated converter Passive component Resonant converter Transformer ZVS converter
