Split source inverter: Topology and switching modulation improvements—A review
Mohamed A. Ismeil, Ahmed Abdelaleem, M. Nasrallah, Essam E. M. Mohamed
Abstract
Single-stage DC-AC converters with boost capabilities are highly required in power conversion processes compared to two-stage converters due to a reduced number of components, weight, size, cost, and complexity. The literature has reported several types of single-stage converters, each has its advantages and drawbacks. In order to satisfy the rising demand for these applications, new single-stage converter topologies are increasingly proposed. Recently Split Source Inverter (SSI) has been presented due to its ease of operation, and less stress. In addition, it has lesser passive components and the same switching states as the Voltage Source Inverter (VSI), this paper aims to comprehensively classify and review conventional and modified topologies of SSI, where the operation, the charging and discharging states, merits, and demerits are mentioned.