Topology and start‑up strategy for DC–DC transformers based on voltage balancing unit

As a core piece of equipment in DC distribution networks, DC solid-state transformers (DCSSTs) are attracting more and more attention in academia and industry. Due to the limitations in terms of the electrical stress of the switches, the input series output parallel (ISOP) structure is adopted in DCSSTs. This paper proposed an improved DCSST topology based on a voltage balancing unit (VBU). This topology has the advantages of higher power density, reduced weight, and cascaded number without compromising efficiency, cost, or reliability. The working modes, mathematical models, and control strategy are analyzed. In addition, a start-up strategy and a parameter design method are proposed in this paper. Simulation and experimental results verify the correctness and effectiveness of the proposed solution. The proposed DCSST is a practical scheme for the application of DC distribution networks.

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[IEEE Style]

J. Zhang, K. Zha, X. Tang, Y. Yang, H. Yan, F. Wen, M. Shi, "Topology and start‑up strategy for DC–DC transformers based on voltage balancing unit," Journal of Power Electronics, vol. 21, no. 7, pp. 1072-1083, 2021. DOI: 10.1007/s43236-021-00247-3.

[ACM Style]

Jialin Zhang, Kunpeng Zha, Xiaojun Tang, Yuefeng Yang, Hui Yan, Fuyue Wen, and Mingming Shi. 2021. Topology and start‑up strategy for DC–DC transformers based on voltage balancing unit. Journal of Power Electronics, 21, 7, (2021), 1072-1083. DOI: 10.1007/s43236-021-00247-3.