Reactive Power Optimization Control for Bidirectional Dual-Tank Resonant DC–DC Converters for Fuel Cells Systems

Project Code :TEPGPE65

Objective

The main objective of the project is to provide a new control scheme for reactive power optimization at a given active power output.

Abstract

In this project, the model of the reactive power is first derived, the control object is defined as the minimum reactive power, and then, a new control scheme for reactive power optimization based on function monotonicity is proposed. Compared to the traditional LC-type Dual Active Bridge (DAB) series resonant converter, the DAB series resonant converter with dual tanks has a larger power transmission range, wider voltage gain, and broader soft switching range. However, this new proposed converter has a larger reactive power than the traditional one, so its efficiency is affected. At the same time, all switches operate with the zero voltage switching, so the overall efficiency of the converter is improved. At last, a simulation model is built, and the simulation results verify the feasibility of the optimal control scheme.

Keywords: LC-type Dual Active Bridge (DAB), series resonant converter, Fuel Cells, Dual-Tank Resonant DC–DC Converters, Reactive Power Control.

NOTE: Without the concern of our team, please don't submit to the college. This Abstract varies based on student requirements.

Block Diagram

Specifications

Software Configuration:

Operating System :  Windows 7/8/10

Application Software :  Matlab/Simulink

Hardware Configuration:

RAM :  8 GB / 4 GB (Min)

Processor :  I3 / I5(Mostly prefer)

Learning Outcomes

  • Introduction to Matlab/Simulink
  • What is EISPACK & LINPACK
  • How to start with MATLAB
  • About Matlab language
  • About tools & libraries
  • Application of Matlab/Simulink
  • About Matlab desktop
  • Features of Matlab/Simulink
  • Basics on Matlab/Simulink
  • Introduction to DC-DC Converter
  • Introduction to Matlab/Simulink software
  • Introduction to power electronics converters
  • Introduction to voltage source converters
  • Introduction to Dual Active Bridge Converter
  • Design of Dual Active Bridge Converter
  • Introduction to various reactive power optimization techniques
  • Introduction to series resonant converter
  • Design of series resonant converter
  • Introduction to various Zero Voltage Switching techniques
  • Introduction to fuel cells
  • Introduction to  phase locked loop (PLL)
  • Introduction to PWM techniques
  • Design of PLL
  • Introduction to controllers
  • Introduction to IGBTs
  • Introduction to Parks transformation
  • Design of parks transformation
  • Introduction to Clarks transformation
  • Design of Clarks transformation
  • Introduction to controllers
  • Design of PI controller
  • Project Development Skills:
    • Problem analyzing skills
    • Problem solving skills
    • Creativity and imaginary skills
    • Programming skills
    • Deployment
    • Testing skills
    • Debugging skills
    • Project presentation skills
    • Thesis writing skills

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