Stabilizing Controllers for Single-Phase PWM Rectifiers Using Port-Hamiltonian Modeling

Authors

Sittisak Rojchaya, Kittikorn Khanklaeo, Wachiravit Buaket

Abstract

Designing output voltage controllers for singlephase pulse-width modulation (PWM) rectifiers presents significant challenges due to the circuit’s nonlinear dynamics and complex behavior arising from high-frequency switching, which converts AC grid power to high-voltage DC for load applications. This paper proposes a nonlinear controller design based on an energy-balancing approach using the Port-Hamiltonian framework. This method yields a stable controller that directly regulates output voltage without requiring inner current loops, enabling rapid steady-state convergence and effective disturbance rejection. To validate the effectiveness of the proposed controller, simulations were conducted and compared against conventional methods. The results confirm superior performance of the proposed approach, demonstrating robust voltage regulation and fast transient response.

Citation

• Journal: 2026 14th International Electrical Engineering Congress (iEECON)
• Year: 2026
• Volume:
• Issue:
• Pages: 1–4
• Publisher: IEEE
• DOI: 10.1109/ieecon68065.2026.11707133

BibTeX

@inproceedings{Rojchaya_2026,
  title={{Stabilizing Controllers for Single-Phase PWM Rectifiers Using Port-Hamiltonian Modeling}},
  DOI={10.1109/ieecon68065.2026.11707133},
  booktitle={{2026 14th International Electrical Engineering Congress (iEECON)}},
  publisher={IEEE},
  author={Rojchaya, Sittisak and Khanklaeo, Kittikorn and Buaket, Wachiravit},
  year={2026},
  pages={1--4}
}

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