High step-up tapped inductor SEPIC converter with charge pump cell

This paper introduces a SEPIC derived converter suited for alternative energy generation applications. The proposed converter utilizes tapped inductor and charge pump techniques to achieve high step up gain and a lossless regenerative snubber to attain high efficiency. The paper presents principle of operation, theoretical analysis, and experimental results.

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