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Modular multi-pulse transformer rectifier for use in asymmetric multi-level power converter

US8045346B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 27, 2010
Grant dateOct 25, 2011
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Expiry dateSep 27, 2030

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH02M5/4585
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

In one embodiment, the present invention includes a system having multiple modular transformers each including a primary winding coupled to an input power source and phase-shifted secondary windings each coupled to a power cell. The system further includes different phase output lines coupled to a load. These lines may include first, second and third phase output lines.

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