Applications of power electronics technology: Advanced inverters

Abstract

An inverter is a crucial component of renewable energy systems, converting direct current from solar panels and wind turbines into alternating current for use in homes and businesses. Inverters have a wide range of applications in power electronics technology, including electric vehicles, industrial equipment, and microgrid. Maximizing the efficiency of inverters is a hot research topic in the electronic and electrical fields. Engineers and researchers are interested in understanding the structure and parameters of inverters to optimize their performance. This article explores the basic inverter topology, presenting three circuit structures and their pulse-width modulation waveform modulation method. It also introduces a new type of inverter and explains its working state. The article concludes by examining potential future developments and research directions for inverters. As the world seeks to transition to cleaner energy sources, inverters will continue to play a vital role in making renewable energy systems more efficient and cost-effective.