Joint Fault Diagnosis of IGBT and Current Sensor in LLC Resonant Converter Module Based on Reduced Order Interval Sliding Mode Observer
2024

Diagnosing Faults in LLC Resonant Converters

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Author Information

Author(s): Zha Xi, Feng Wei, Zhang Xianfeng, Cao Zhonghua, Chen Xinyang

Primary Institution: Chongqing Academy of Agricultural Sciences

Hypothesis

Can a reduced-order interval sliding mode observer effectively diagnose both open-circuit faults and current sensor faults in LLC resonant converters?

Conclusion

The proposed fault diagnosis method significantly enhances the accuracy and robustness of diagnosing faults in LLC resonant converters.

Supporting Evidence

  • The method can detect faults in less than 1 ms.
  • It effectively differentiates between current sensor faults and open switch faults.
  • The approach adapts to varying operational conditions.
  • Experimental results validate the robustness of the proposed method.
  • It simplifies fault detection by using a single algorithm for multiple fault types.

Takeaway

This study shows a new way to find problems in special electrical devices that help charge electric cars, making it easier to fix them when they break.

Methodology

The study uses a reduced-order interval sliding mode observer to estimate phase currents and detect faults in current sensors and power switches simultaneously.

Limitations

The method may not account for all types of faults or environmental variations that could affect performance.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.3390/s24248077

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