Model-Based Latency Compensation for Network Controlled Modular Multilevel Converters

The use of an internal digital communication network enhances the scalability, implementation and maintenance of Modular Multilevel Converters (MMC). However, it also introduces delays that limit the sampling frequency and the controller dynamic performance. In this paper, we propose a model-based p...

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Main Authors: Tomás P. Corrêa, Francisco J. Rodríguez, Emilio J. Bueno
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-12-01
Series:Electronics
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2079-9292/8/1/22
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Francisco J. Rodríguez
Emilio J. Bueno
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description The use of an internal digital communication network enhances the scalability, implementation and maintenance of Modular Multilevel Converters (MMC). However, it also introduces delays that limit the sampling frequency and the controller dynamic performance. In this paper, we propose a model-based predictor to compensate for the loop delay and overcome these limitations. Two benefits of this approach are possible: either designers can increase the sampling rate and control performance or employ a slower communication protocol/technology. In this paper, we present the mathematical description of the model-based predictor, assess the parameter sensitivity, and show matching simulation and experimental results that validate it. As constraints introduced by the use of digital communications are overcome, the results achieved encourage engineers to adopt a network into the design of Modular Multilevel Converters.
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spelling doaj.art-590f41ce1b6843cb9031371a70a22c8d2022-12-22T04:01:25ZengMDPI AGElectronics2079-92922018-12-01812210.3390/electronics8010022electronics8010022Model-Based Latency Compensation for Network Controlled Modular Multilevel ConvertersTomás P. Corrêa0Francisco J. Rodríguez1Emilio J. Bueno2Department of Electronics, Universidad de Alcalá, Escuela Politécnica, 28805 Alcalá de Henares, SpainDepartment of Electronics, Universidad de Alcalá, Escuela Politécnica, 28805 Alcalá de Henares, SpainDepartment of Electronics, Universidad de Alcalá, Escuela Politécnica, 28805 Alcalá de Henares, SpainThe use of an internal digital communication network enhances the scalability, implementation and maintenance of Modular Multilevel Converters (MMC). However, it also introduces delays that limit the sampling frequency and the controller dynamic performance. In this paper, we propose a model-based predictor to compensate for the loop delay and overcome these limitations. Two benefits of this approach are possible: either designers can increase the sampling rate and control performance or employ a slower communication protocol/technology. In this paper, we present the mathematical description of the model-based predictor, assess the parameter sensitivity, and show matching simulation and experimental results that validate it. As constraints introduced by the use of digital communications are overcome, the results achieved encourage engineers to adopt a network into the design of Modular Multilevel Converters.http://www.mdpi.com/2079-9292/8/1/22model-based predictionmodular multilevel converternetworked control system
spellingShingle Tomás P. Corrêa
Francisco J. Rodríguez
Emilio J. Bueno
Model-Based Latency Compensation for Network Controlled Modular Multilevel Converters
Electronics
model-based prediction
modular multilevel converter
networked control system
title Model-Based Latency Compensation for Network Controlled Modular Multilevel Converters
title_full Model-Based Latency Compensation for Network Controlled Modular Multilevel Converters
title_fullStr Model-Based Latency Compensation for Network Controlled Modular Multilevel Converters
title_full_unstemmed Model-Based Latency Compensation for Network Controlled Modular Multilevel Converters
title_short Model-Based Latency Compensation for Network Controlled Modular Multilevel Converters
title_sort model based latency compensation for network controlled modular multilevel converters
topic model-based prediction
modular multilevel converter
networked control system
url http://www.mdpi.com/2079-9292/8/1/22
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