Development of Improved Low-leakage Current H6 Single-Phase Full-Bridge Inverter Topology

Sayyad Rajiya Begum; Jalla Upendar

doi:10.17485/IJST/v17i17.280

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Development of Improved Low-leakage Current H6 Single-Phase Full-Bridge Inverter Topology

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Indian Journal of Science and Technology

DOI: 10.17485/IJST/v17i17.280

Year: 2024, Volume: 17, Issue: 17, Pages: 1813-1823

Original Article

Development of Improved Low-leakage Current H6 Single-Phase Full-Bridge Inverter Topology

Sayyad Rajiya Begum^1*, Jalla Upendar²

¹Research Scholar, Electrical Engineering Department, University College of Engineering, Osmania University, Telangana, India
²Assistant Professor, Electrical Engineering Department, University College of Engineering, Osmania University, Telangana, India

*Corresponding Author
Email: [email protected]

Received Date:02 February 2024, Accepted Date:24 February 2024, Published Date:25 April 2024

This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.

Abstract

Objective: To minimize leakage current in non-isolated photovoltaic grid connected inverters. Methods: The circuit design integrates extra switches and modifies the switch drive signals at the midpoint of the DC bus voltage, altering the common-mode current path. Findings: The proposed topology exhibits significant potential for widespread adoption, finding practical applications in diverse industrial settings as well as in residential use. Novelty: The suggested method implies that the topology presents distinctive or beneficial characteristics in contrast to current solutions, rendering it especially promising for a range of industrial and residential applications. This novelty may arise from enhancements in efficiency, cost-effectiveness, scalability, versatility, or other favorable attributes that distinguish it from traditional approaches. Moreover, Simulation outcomes distinctly demonstrate a noteworthy decrease in leakage current within the refined topology when contrasted with both the H5 topology and the High Efficient and Reliable Inverter Concept (HERIC) topology. This compelling evidence affirms the effectiveness of the proposed configuration in proficiently mitigating leakage current.

Keywords: Photovoltaic, Common Mode Voltage, Leakage Current, Grid Connected Inverter

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