Title :
Exploring potentials and performance of two circuit architectures to develop a new integrated switch dedicated to self-switching power converters
Author :
Capy, F. ; Breil, M. ; Richardeau, F. ; Laur, J.-P. ; Bourennane, A. ; Sanchez, J.L.
Author_Institution :
LAAS-CNRS, Univ. de Toulouse, Toulouse, France
Abstract :
A new self-controlled and self-protected integrated power switch dedicated to self-switching mode power converters is presented. To achieve this function, two original topologies based on a thyristor and an IGBT are proposed. Their operating modes are analyzed with 2D physical simulation and the obtained results are discussed in order to compare the two topologies. The two architectures validate the functionality and the electrical behaviours are efficient. These results motivate the realization of this device offering a promising potential for a wide range of applications.
Keywords :
network topology; power semiconductor switches; switching convertors; thyristor applications; 2D physical simulation; insulated gate bipolar transistors switches; integrated power switch; self-switching power converters; thyristor switches; Anodes; Insulated gate bipolar transistors; MOSFET circuits; Switches; Switching circuits; Switching converters; Thyristors; Topology; Uninterruptible power systems; Zero voltage switching; 2D physical simulation; IGBT-sense; MOS controlled device; Monolithical power integration; power semiconductor device; self-switched device;
Conference_Titel :
Power Electronics and Applications, 2009. EPE '09. 13th European Conference on
Conference_Location :
Barcelona
Print_ISBN :
978-1-4244-4432-8
Electronic_ISBN :
978-90-75815-13-9
