The main objective of this work revolves around the design of second order sliding mode
controllers (SOSMC) based on the super twisting algorithm (STA) for asynchronous …

The direct matrix converter (DMC) offers a compact and robust solution over typical ac–dc–
ac converter, by enabling direct ac–ac power conversion without any energy storage …

The space vector modulation (SVM) method using only rotating vectors is very effective to
suppress the common-mode voltage (CMV) for matrix converters (MCs). However, the effect …

In practice, the input filter is an important component in matrix converter (MC) systems for
removing high harmonic components from input currents. Due to the input filter, the input …

Unity grid power factor is essential for the indirect matrix converter (IMC) applications due to
the grid-friendly requirement. The existing closed-loop grid power factor control methods …

In this paper, a full nonlinear control of a variable-pitch wind system (VPWS) based on the
doubly fed induction generator (DFIG) fed by a direct matrix converter (DMC) has been …

The recent advances in the technology of semiconductor devices, electronic boards, and
micro-computing have contributed to the emergence of new generations of power …

In the last several years, thanks to the development and continuous improvement of
semiconductor switching elements, and the simultaneous increase in interest in multi-phase …

The work presented in this thesis focuses on the study, analysis, and design of full control of
a variable-pitch wind system (VPWS) based on a doubly fed induction generator (DFIG) fed …