Verdugo, Cristian , Elsaharty, Mohamed Atef , RODRÍGUEZ CORTÉS, PEDRO
No
Ieee Energy Conversion Congress And Exposition
Proceedings Paper
Científica
01/01/2018
000455187606097
This paper proposes a novel configuration for photovoltaic applications based on a cascade converter topology. The series connection between modules is achieved through the magnetic core of the integrated series transformer, therefore an inherent isolation is provided without the requirement of a dc-dc conversion stage. Such isolation approach between each module allows operation at high voltage levels without harming the PV panel insulation. The main principles that support this proposal, as well as, simulation results are presented to validate the configuration.