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Multi-level converter

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2026-05-12
Multi-level power conversion technology for reducing capacitor ripple with magnetically coupled submodules

This technology relates to multi-level converters. Specifically, it is a multi-level power conversion technology that reduces capacitor ripple using magnetically coupled submodules.

Conventional technologies faced a fundamental problem in modular multi-level converters: as the operating line frequency decreases, the low-frequency ripple component of the submodule (SM) capacitor voltage increases, negatively impacting system performance and lifespan. To address this, the present technology proposes a configuration that includes multiple submodules, transformers, and two consecutive submodules magnetically coupled to the transformer windings and magnetic core, along with two half-bridge switches within each submodule to eliminate ripple power.

As a result, this technology can improve system performance and lifespan by reducing the low-frequency ripple component of the submodule (SM) capacitor voltage, and eliminate the need for large storage capacitors in submodules. It has high utility value in the fields of electricity, power generation, energy, and electronic components.

Key Features
  • Implements multi-level power conversion technology that reduces capacitor ripple with magnetically coupled submodules
  • Reduces ripple power through magnetic coupling of consecutive submodules and half-bridge switch control
  • Improves system performance and lifespan by reducing the low-frequency ripple component of the submodule (SM) capacitor voltage, and eliminates the need for large storage capacitors in submodules
  • Applicable to the miniaturization and long-life design of high-voltage power conversion devices

Soongsil University
Jonghoo Park | Ashraf Ahmad | Atef
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Date of application:
2021-07-13
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Patent registration number:
10-2595965
Industry
electricity
energy
electrical components
Technology
Energy•Battery
Electric & Electronics
Country
Korea
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