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Multi-Objective Finite-Time Control for the Interlinking Converter on Hybrid AC/DC Microgrids (2021)
Journal Article
Martinez-Gomez, M., Navas, A., Orchard, M. E., Bozhko, S., Burgos-Mellado, C., & Cárdenas, R. (2021). Multi-Objective Finite-Time Control for the Interlinking Converter on Hybrid AC/DC Microgrids. IEEE Access, 9, 116183-116193. https://doi.org/10.1109/ACCESS.2021.3105649

Hybrid AC/DC microgrids are of special interest for energization due to their flexibility, low infrastructure investments, reduced conversion losses, and reliability against failures on the utility grid. In these systems, global economic dispatch nee... Read More about Multi-Objective Finite-Time Control for the Interlinking Converter on Hybrid AC/DC Microgrids.

A Novel Open-Circuit Fault Detection and Location for Open-End Winding PMSM Based on Differential-Mode Components (2021)
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Jiang, C., Liu, H., Wheeler, P., Wu, F., Cai, Z., & Huo, J. (2022). A Novel Open-Circuit Fault Detection and Location for Open-End Winding PMSM Based on Differential-Mode Components. IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics, 69(8), 7776-7786. https://doi.org/10.1109/TIE.2021.3101005

Detecting and locating the open-circuit (OC) fault of an insulated-gate bipolar transistor (IGBT) rapidly and accurately is very important to improve the security and reliability of the drive system. However, due to the symmetry of the dual-inverter... Read More about A Novel Open-Circuit Fault Detection and Location for Open-End Winding PMSM Based on Differential-Mode Components.

An Enhanced-Boost Coupled-Inductor Impedance Network Inverter Without Limitation of Inductor Parameters (2021)
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Ji, Y., Geng, L., Li, F., Liu, H., & Wheeler, P. (2022). An Enhanced-Boost Coupled-Inductor Impedance Network Inverter Without Limitation of Inductor Parameters. IEEE Transactions on Transportation Electrification, 8(1), 699-709. https://doi.org/10.1109/TTE.2021.3103045

In this article, an enhanced-boost coupled-inductor impedance network inverter (EBCL-INI) is presented. Being better than other impedance-source inverters, the proposed EBCL-INI can avoid the dc-link voltage drop caused by the discontinuous inductor... Read More about An Enhanced-Boost Coupled-Inductor Impedance Network Inverter Without Limitation of Inductor Parameters.

Robust Adaptive Control Based on Variable Boundary for a Twin-Motor Cable-Driven System (2021)
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Li, B., Yan, L., Gao, X., & Gerada, C. (2022). Robust Adaptive Control Based on Variable Boundary for a Twin-Motor Cable-Driven System. IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics, 69(7), 7054-7063. https://doi.org/10.1109/tie.2021.3097609

Cable-driven parallel mechanism has been widely studied due to its advantages of fast response and large workspace. The structural uncertainties in the system often introduce internal disturbance and unavoidably influence its motion precision. Genera... Read More about Robust Adaptive Control Based on Variable Boundary for a Twin-Motor Cable-Driven System.

Improved Active Damping Stabilization of DAB Converter Interfaced Aircraft DC Microgrids Using Neural Network-Based Model Predictive Control (2021)
Journal Article
Zhao, D., Shen, K., Chen, L., Wang, Z., Liu, W., Yang, T., & Wheeler, P. (2022). Improved Active Damping Stabilization of DAB Converter Interfaced Aircraft DC Microgrids Using Neural Network-Based Model Predictive Control. IEEE Transactions on Transportation Electrification, 8(2), 1541-1552. https://doi.org/10.1109/tte.2021.3094757

The stability problem induced by constant power loads (CPLs) is becoming more prominent in more electric aircraft. In this article, the stabilization issue of dc distribution bus with dual-active-bridge (DAB) converters was investigated. On the basis... Read More about Improved Active Damping Stabilization of DAB Converter Interfaced Aircraft DC Microgrids Using Neural Network-Based Model Predictive Control.

Robust Direct Field Oriented Control Of Induction Generator (2021)
Journal Article
Peresada, S., Bozhko, S., Kovbasa, S., & Nikonenko, E. (2021). Robust Direct Field Oriented Control Of Induction Generator. Tekhnichna Elektrodynamika, 2021(4), 14-24. https://doi.org/10.15407/techned2021.04.014

A novel and robust field oriented vector control method for standalone induction generators (IG) is presented. The proposed controller exploits the concept of direct field orientation and provides asymptotic rotor flux modulus and DClink voltage regu... Read More about Robust Direct Field Oriented Control Of Induction Generator.

A novel predictive control method with optimal switching sequence and filter resonance suppression for two-stage matrix converter (2021)
Journal Article
Di, Z., Xu, D., Tarisciotti, L., & Wheeler, P. (2021). A novel predictive control method with optimal switching sequence and filter resonance suppression for two-stage matrix converter. Energies, 14(12), Article 3652. https://doi.org/10.3390/en14123652

This paper proposes a vector modulation-based model predictive current control strategy for a two-stage matrix converter. The switching frequency is kept constant by fixing the switching instantly. The control scheme controls the source reactive powe... Read More about A novel predictive control method with optimal switching sequence and filter resonance suppression for two-stage matrix converter.

A Family of High Step–Up DC–DC Converters With Nc Step-Up Cells and M–Source Clamped Circuits (2021)
Journal Article
Ai, J., Lin, M., Liu, H., & Wheeler, P. (2021). A Family of High Step–Up DC–DC Converters With Nc Step-Up Cells and M–Source Clamped Circuits. IEEE Access, 9, 65947-65966. https://doi.org/10.1109/access.2021.3073416

In this paper, in order to study the relationship among different converters, a novel concept-modular high step-up converter-is proposed, which is composed of one basic converter, one Nc step-up cell (Nc-SUC), and one M-source passive lossless clampe... Read More about A Family of High Step–Up DC–DC Converters With Nc Step-Up Cells and M–Source Clamped Circuits.

A Novel Current Limitation Technique Exploiting the Maximum Capability of Power Electronic Inverter and Bearingless Machine (2021)
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Wen, Z., Valente, G., Formentini, A., Papini, L., Gerada, C., & Zanchetta, P. (2021). A Novel Current Limitation Technique Exploiting the Maximum Capability of Power Electronic Inverter and Bearingless Machine. IEEE Transactions on Industry Applications, 57(6), 7012-7023. https://doi.org/10.1109/tia.2021.3069149

This article presents a current limitation technique for a multiphase bearingless machine featuring a combined winding system. This winding structure allows the machine to produce both suspension force and motoring torque. The main challenges with th... Read More about A Novel Current Limitation Technique Exploiting the Maximum Capability of Power Electronic Inverter and Bearingless Machine.

The Novel Singular-Perturbation-Based Adaptive Control with σ-Modification for Cable Driven System (2021)
Journal Article
Li, B., Yan, L., & Gerada, C. (2021). The Novel Singular-Perturbation-Based Adaptive Control with σ-Modification for Cable Driven System. Actuators, 10(3), Article 45. https://doi.org/10.3390/act10030045

Due to their large working space and fast response, cable driven systems have been widely applied in manufacturing, robotics and motion simulators, etc. However, the cable is flexible and tends to resonate at high frequencies, which raises challenges... Read More about The Novel Singular-Perturbation-Based Adaptive Control with σ-Modification for Cable Driven System.