Abstract

Current fed Quasi Z-Source Inverters (qZSI) have the advantages of voltage buck-boost capability, improved reliability, reduced passive component ratings, continuous input current, a common dc rail between source and inverter and unique regeneration capability. This current-fed qZSIs are bidirectional with an additional diode, unlike the voltage-fed ZSI that needs a switch to achieve bidirectional power flow. Since current fed quasi Z Source Inverter has many advantages it can be employed for motor drive applications such as Brushless DC motor (BLDC) drive. Therefore this study proposes the use of qZSI for BLDC motor. The simulation results for the same are presented in this study.

Keywords:

BLDC drive , qZSI, Z-source inverter,

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