Coupled circuit-field formulation for analysis of parallel operation of converters with interphase transformer

This paper deals with the coupled circuit-field analysis of an interphase transformer (IPT) required for two three-pulse controlled converters operating in parallel for the typical low voltage high current electrolysis application. Two-dimensional nonlinear transient finite element (FE) model of the IPT is coupled with external power electronic circuit comprised of switching thyristors. Output current is maintained constant at 6000 A by implementing current feedback control system. The resulting system of transient nonlinear equations is solved by backward Euler and Newton-Raphson methods, and analyzed under balanced, unbalanced and short circuit conditions. The results obtained from short circuit condition are verified with experimental results and design values, making them helpful for design purpose. © 2007 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.