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Area of Science:

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Power Electronics
  • Control Systems

Background:

  • DC solid-state transformers (DCSST) are crucial for DC micro-grids.
  • Traditional dual-loop control strategies struggle with parameter inconsistencies among dual active bridge (DAB) modules.
  • Module parameter variations reduce DCSST operational efficiency.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a DCSST-balancing control strategy to mitigate circulating currents.
  • To enhance DCSST operational efficiency and robustness despite submodule parameter variations.

Main Methods:

  • A novel control strategy based on loop current suppression is proposed.
  • Phase-shifting angles within and between DAB bridges are adjusted to reduce circulating current.
  • A distributed control architecture with nested controllers for each DAB submodule is implemented.

Main Results:

  • The proposed strategy effectively reduces circulating current in DAB modules with differing circuit parameters.
  • Balanced input voltage and output current across submodules are achieved.
  • Increased system robustness and improved operational efficiency of the DCSST are demonstrated.

Conclusions:

  • The loop current suppression strategy ensures stable and efficient DCSST operation.
  • The presented control method enhances the reliability of DC micro-grid systems.
  • Simulation results validate the effectiveness of the proposed DCSST-balancing control.