Trzynadlowski A.M. (Ed.) Power Electronic Converters and Systems: Frontiers and Applications

London, UK: The Institution of Engineering and Technology, 2016. — 657 p. — (Power and Energy Series 74). — ISBN: 978-1-84919-827-1.Power electronic systems are indispensable in adjustable speed drives, national smart power grid, electric and hybrid cars, electric locomotives and subway trains, renewable energy sources and distributed generation. As a result, the interest in power electronics is expanding along with the need for a source of state-of-the-art knowledge.
With chapters written by specialists in their field, this important book is a comprehensive compendium of topics related to recent advances in power electronic devices, converters and systems.
It will be essential reading for practicing engineers specializing in the development and application of power electronic converters and systems. It will also be of value to graduate students specializing in power electronics, renewable energy and power systems, and for postdocs involved in related research projects.Converters
Semiconductor power devices
Multilevel converters
Multi-input converters
Modular converters
Matrix converters
Soft-switching converters
Z-source converters
Switching power supplies
Smart power electronic modules
Applications
Permanent magnet synchronous motor drives
Induction motor drives
Wind energy systems
Photovoltaic energy systems
Automotive energy systems
Shipboard power systems
Converters in power grid
Distributed generation and microgrids
Uninterruptible power supplies
Wireless power transfer
Advanced control of power electronic systems