Synergetic Control For Power Electronics Applications: A Comparison With The Sliding Mode Approach

The theory of synergetic control was introduced in a power electronics context in a previous paper. In this paper we review the theory, then we focus on a comparison with the sliding mode approach. Common elements and main differences are underlined and illustrated through a comparative simulation example. The main advantages of synergetic control are that it is well-suited for digital implementation, it gives constant switching frequency operation, and it gives better control of the off-manifold dynamics. Finally, simulation and experimental results under transient conditions are compared. Advanced control laws with adaptation are presented and discussed to show how to better exploit the features of the synergetic control. The example used throughout the paper is the control of a boost converter operating in continuous conduction mode.

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