Minimization of torque ripple and switching frequency utilizing optimal DTC switching strategy for dual-inverter supplied drive

This paper presents an optimal switching strategy employed in direct torque control (DTC) of induction machine utilizing dual-inverter supplied drive. In the proposed switching strategy, the utilization of appropriate amplitude of voltage vectors based on machine operating condition can reduce the rate change of torque slope while improving the performance of DTC drive in term of torque ripple reduction and also minimization of switching frequency variation. This is achieved by modifying the torque error status according to the capability of torque regulation which is done by evaluating the switching frequencies of torque and stator flux error status from the hysteresis comparators. By doing that the suitable amplitude of voltage vectors is able to be applied based on machine operation. All the improvements offered in the proposed strategy are verified through simulation results.