Extension of operation of space vector PWM strategies with low switching frequencies using different overmodulation algorithms

Narayanan, G and Ranganathan, VT (2002) Extension of operation of space vector PWM strategies with low switching frequencies using different overmodulation algorithms. In: IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics, 17 (5). pp. 788-798.

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Abstract

This paper investigates the operation of four space vector- based synchronized pulse-width modulation (PWM) strategies in the overmodulation zone using three different overmodulation algorithms. It is shown that the symmetries in the PWM waveforms generated can be preserved in the overmodulation zone also. With any given overmodulation algorithm, the voltage control characteristics (i.e., fundamental voltage versus control variable) are found to vary with PWM strategy, pulse number and type of clamping. The inverse of the appropriate voltage control curve is used during premodulation to maintain the modulator gain constant. The differences in the nature of the voltage control characteristics with the different overmodulation algorithms are brought out. These characteristics are compared and contrasted against those at high switching frequencies. The harmonic distortion in the different cases is evaluated and compared. It is shown that the bus clamping strategies perform better than the conventional strategy with any given overmodulation algorithm employed. These strategies, which exploit the flexibilities in the space vector approach, are useful in high power drives on account of their superior waveform quality at low switching frequencies and high dc bus utilization.

Item Type:	Journal Article
Publication:	IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics
Publisher:	IEEE
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Keywords:	Harmonic distortion;induction motor drives;inverters;overmodulation;pulse-width modulation;space vector;vectors;voltage control
Department/Centre:	Division of Electrical Sciences > Electrical Engineering
Date Deposited:	22 Aug 2008
Last Modified:	19 Sep 2010 04:16
URI:	http://eprints.iisc.ac.in/id/eprint/1999

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