Single-Phase PFC for Three-Phase Wind Generator, a Modular Approach

To adapt a 3-phase wind alternator to a variable DC-bus, a modular solution based on single-phase Boost-based PFC's is proposed. Nevertheless, oost modules must be adapted to operate with non-isolated sources, like 3-4 wire, 3-phase generators. Magnetic coupling is introduced to enhance the isolation among phases, reducing also converter losses and size. Sliding mode approach has been applied to verify that independent regulation of all phase modules was possible. To confirm the theoretical analysis A 1.5 kW prototype was built for verification.