Kemjika Ananaba

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Introduction Project objectives Buck Converter Design Implementation of Buck converter The Graphic User interface Conclusion Questions and Answers

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Wind Power When uncontrolled the generator output voltage varies over a wide range dependent on generator speed. Generator Test Dynamometer Dynamometers are variable speed drive tools used for measuring force and power in Generator system.
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To design a buck converter which will provide a constant 12V output. To Simulate an ac-dc-ac power converter using Portunus Stimulation Software. To enhance the user experience by designing Graphic User Interface panel

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Basic Architecture

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Buck Converter Components Inductor is the energy element. Switch determines the magnitude of the output voltage Capacitor Smoothens the voltage ripple

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Physical size Mode of Operation Discontinuous conduction mode Continuous conduction mode
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Use of critical inductance Minimum inductance for buck converter to operate in continuous current mode.

Use of Portunus Simulation

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Open loop buck converter Closed loop buck converter

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The goal of the user interface is to make the user interaction with the FCIV controller as easy as possible.

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The use of a Buck Boost Converter to help compensate for lower voltages. Enhance the user interface to show the voltage response with time.

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