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This study presents an integrated control scheme for Gallium Nitride (GaN)-based power converters in renewable energy systems. The novel approach uses a single digital signal processor (DSP) for reliable, cost-effective, and multifunctional power interfaces.

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Area of Science:

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Renewable Energy Systems
  • Power Electronics

Background:

  • The global energy landscape necessitates robust electric power grids and new energy industries through renewable energy (RE)-based distributed generation (DG) and smart micro-grids.
  • Hybrid power systems integrating AC and DC grids require advanced power conversion interfaces using wide band gap (WBG) semiconductors and sophisticated control strategies.
  • Variability in RE generation demands effective energy storage, real-time power flow regulation, and intelligent control for promoting DG and micro-grid systems.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate an integrated control scheme for multiple Gallium Nitride (GaN)-based power converters in grid-connected RE systems.
  • To present the first complete design case integrating three GaN-based power converters with diverse control functions onto a single digital signal processor (DSP) chip.
  • To achieve a reliable, flexible, cost-effective, and multifunctional power interface for renewable power generation.

Main Methods:

  • Developed a coordinated control scheme for a system including photovoltaic (PV) generation, battery energy storage, and a grid-connected inverter.
  • Implemented two typical operating modes and advanced power control functions based on system conditions and battery state of charge (SOC).
  • Designed and implemented hardware for GaN-based power converters and digital controllers, verified through simulations and experimental tests on a 1-kVA system.

Main Results:

  • Demonstrated a fully digital and coordinated control scheme for managing multiple GaN-based converters.
  • Successfully integrated three distinct GaN-based power converters onto a single DSP chip.
  • Verified the feasibility and effectiveness of the control scheme and hardware through simulation and experimental validation on a 1-kVA system.

Conclusions:

  • The proposed integrated control scheme offers a reliable, flexible, and cost-effective solution for RE-based power systems.
  • Utilizing GaN power converters and a unified DSP control platform enhances the performance and multifunctionality of power interfaces.
  • The study validates the practical implementation and effectiveness of advanced digital control strategies for smart micro-grids and renewable energy integration.