Power Electronics: Three-Phase Inverters

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Which thyristor conducts first in the 180° conduction mode when T1 is fired at 0°?

T4 (correct)

T3

T2

T5

How long does each thyristor conduct in the 120° conduction mode?

60°

180°

120° (correct)

240°

What is the main function of a three-phase inverter?

To synchronize three phases

To convert AC to DC

To increase voltage levels

To convert DC to three-phase AC (correct)

During the 180° conduction mode, what is the overlapping period of the three thyristors?

60° Signup and view all the answers

In the voltage equations given for the loads, what is the value of VCN in the 180° conduction mode?

0 Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of forced commutation in power electronic applications?

To control the flow of current through the semiconductor device Signup and view all the answers

Which circuit uses a combination of inductance and capacitance for forced commutation?

LC Resonant Circuit Signup and view all the answers

In a voltage commutation circuit, how is the turn-off of the semiconductor device achieved?

By applying a reverse voltage across the device Signup and view all the answers

How does the Parallel Capacitor Commutation method function?

It provides a low-impedance path for current during commutation. Signup and view all the answers

What role do auxiliary circuits play in the forced commutation process?

They assist in triggering the main device to turn off. Signup and view all the answers

Which method includes applying a gate pulse to induce a non-conductive state in the semiconductor?

Gate Pulse Commutation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following circuits employs a resistor and capacitor to achieve forced commutation?

RC Commutation Circuit Signup and view all the answers

What are the main components involved in a series inverter?

Thyristors and capacitors Signup and view all the answers

In what condition does a series inverter operate under the commutation method?

Natural commutation only Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of exceeding the maximum operating frequency in a series inverter?

Short-circuits the DC input source Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for an RLC circuit to be classified as underdamped in a series inverter?

R < 4L/C Signup and view all the answers

What type of waveform does a series inverter ideally produce?

Distorted waveform Signup and view all the answers

During which mode does the capacitor voltage remain constant in a series inverter?

Mode II Signup and view all the answers

Which factor affects the load current flow in a series inverter?

Components L and C Signup and view all the answers

Why is the load regulation poor in a series inverter?

Because load current is discontinuous Signup and view all the answers

What type of commutation is used in a series inverter?

Class-A commutation Signup and view all the answers

What happens when thyristor T2 is triggered while T1 is still ON in a modified series inverter?

T1 gets reverse biased and turns OFF. Signup and view all the answers

Which advantage does the modified series inverter have over the basic series inverter?

It can increase output frequency beyond the resonant frequency. Signup and view all the answers

In a parallel inverter, what role does the commutating capacitor serve?

It prevents instantaneous discharging of the inductor. Signup and view all the answers

What type of output waveform does a parallel inverter produce from a DC input?

Square wave Signup and view all the answers

What dictates the operation of the output voltage waveform in a series inverter?

The characteristics of the load Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements correctly describes the basic function of the thyristors in a parallel inverter?

They alternate to allow current flow through the load. Signup and view all the answers

Why is the operation of improved series inverters advantageous over simple series inverters?

They provide continuous power supply from dc across both half cycles. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of a modified series inverter, what must happen when the load current becomes zero?

The voltage across C1 and C2 reverses. Signup and view all the answers

What frequency range are parallel inverters best suited for?

Up to 100 kHz Signup and view all the answers

Which application is NOT typically associated with a series inverter?

Wind power generation Signup and view all the answers

What occurs across thyristor T2 when thyristor T1 is triggered in Mode-III?

A voltage equal to -2Vdc appears across T2 Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic describes the output voltage of a parallel inverter?

It is approximately rectangular Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of using a parallel inverter compared to a series inverter?

It employs complementary voltage commutation Signup and view all the answers

What is a disadvantage of parallel inverters when operated at low frequencies?

The transformer core gets saturated Signup and view all the answers

In a single-phase PWM inverter, which of the following is a key component used for modulation?

Carrier frequency Signup and view all the answers

How does the harmonic content compare between the half-bridge and full-bridge inverters?

Full-bridge inverters have lower harmonics Signup and view all the answers

What is the firing interval of thyristors in a basic three-phase bridge inverter?

60° interval Signup and view all the answers

What type of load current behavior is observed when a parallel inverter supplies power to an inductive load?

Current lags behind the voltage Signup and view all the answers

What is a common application of parallel inverters?

High current, low voltage applications Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant drawback of using extra feedback diodes in a parallel inverter circuit?

They trap energy in the circuit Signup and view all the answers