Simple criteria to evaluate converter dynamics suitability for operation in active power factor correction systems

Doron Shmilovitz, Dariusz Czarkowski, Zivan Zabar

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Abstract

A general approach to evaluate the converter dynamics versus the necessary dynamics for operation as an active power factor corrector is introduced. A simple criterion is developed in the time domain that enables characterization of converter topology and component values for APFC applications. This criterion can be incorporated in the design of APFC circuits to define the upper bounds on reactive component values whereas the lower bound is derived from the ripple requirements. The input current distortions caused by a converter whose characteristics do not met the minimum requirements are calculated for a boost converter, which is chosen as a particular example.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)V-176-V-179
JournalProceedings - IEEE International Symposium on Circuits and Systems
Volume5
StatePublished - 1999
EventProceedings of the 1999 IEEE International Symposium on Circuits and Systems, ISCAS '99 - Orlando, FL, USA
Duration: May 30 1999Jun 2 1999

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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